Blue Mounds State Park, near Luverne in the southwestern corner of Minnesota, has closed its campground through Sunday, April 21, due to ice-storm damage. Park Manager Craig Beckman said freezing rain and strong winds have taken down numerous trees and branches in the park’s campground.…
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Being a kayak guide and outdoor writer, I am often asked about watercraft. The most asked questions are “kayak or canoe?” and “what do I use?” The answer is no surprise or secret: my craft of choice is the NuCanoe system–hands down. About seven years…
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inReach SE with Color Screen and Virtual Keyboard Offers Expanded Standalone Text Messaging Capabilities, Adjustable Tracking Intervals, Pairs with Popular Mobile Devices DeLorme, the innovation leader in personal satellite communications and navigation technology, has announced the launch of its newest product inReach SE (Screen Edition).…
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Moving or transporting an outboard motor presents difficulties. Even small motors are bulky and awkward to carry, particularly when wet or oily. Davis Instruments offers the Motor Caddy to make hoisting and carrying most 2 to 15 hp outboards quick, simple and safe. The Motor…
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Conservation Commissioner N. Gunter Guy responded Wednesday to recent media coverage regarding the possible reduction of services in Alabama’s State Parks. “We appreciate all the support that organizations and the people of Alabama have shown for their state parks, particularly over the last few weeks as…
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Below is the May 2013 calendar from Georgia’s State Parks & Historic Sites. More information on events, accommodations and recreation can be found at GeorgiaStateParks.org or 1-800-864-7275. For a complete calendar, visit GeorgiaStateParks.org/events. You can also become a fan on Facebook , follow us on Twitter and sign up for our monthly newsletter. Thank you for helping…
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As Washington fights the battle of the budget, outdoor sportsmen and recreationists of all types stand to be affected by big cuts in federal spending. Throughout government, agencies are experiencing and projecting the results of these actions. For example, Independence Hall in Washington, D.C., which…
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The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) will meet April 17-18 to discuss an array of issues, ranging from marine fisheries and upland wildlife management and harvest issues to boating safety, staff reports and enhancing the public’s ability to help control the invasive lionfish.…
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At a special board meeting on April 8, the Board of Directors of the Michigan Boating Industries Association (MBIA) announced the official selection of Nicki Polan to Executive Director. Polan served as the Association’s Interim Executive Director for the past 5 months and was Director…
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The Volvo Ocean Race is one of the most prestigious sailing competitions in the world, and one of the most daunting. With 11 participants to each qualifying boat, these sailors will brave 40,000 miles of open water in a global race spanning nine countries. The…
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