Fort Wilkins Historic State Park in Copper Harbor will host the park’s sixth annual Geocaching 101 event Friday, Sept. 21 and Saturday, Sept. 22, during the peak of the Keweenaw Peninsula’s fall color season. The weekend event will begin at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, Sept.…
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The 2012 Small Engine Technology Conference is taking place in October and will feature an exciting publication produced by NMMA members and staff. The report, titled In-Use Performance Testing of butanol-extended Fuels in Recreational Marine Engines and Vessels was drafted by Jeff Wasil of BRP,…
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Skis from the drawing board to the slopes in 24 hours RAMP Sports is now able to take new ski designs from the drawing board to the slopes in 24 hours. RAMP’s proprietary, patent pending vacuum-molding system enables the company to create prototypes of new…
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Boat Owners Association of The United States (BoatUS) has announced that Chris Landers has been named Associate Editor for BoatUS Publications. Landers, an award-winning feature writer who has written for national publications, will be tasked to develop stories on a wide range of boating topics,…
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A 7-year-old Colorado girl has mostly recovered from a life threating infection of bubonic plague bacteria. Sierra Downing was camping at Cimarrona Campground near Pagosa Springs, Colorado when, according to the Denver Post, she found a dead and partially eaten squirrel on the ground. In…
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For many, the summer ended with Labor Day, but opportunities to enjoy the water still exists at six Missouri State Parks whose swimming beaches remain open. Beaches at Finger Lakes, Lake Wappapello, Long Branch, Pomme de Terre, St. Joseph and Stockton state parks will continue…
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The Department of Natural Resources encourages mid-Michigan families to explore the natural treasures found within Bay City State Recreation Area during Michigan Trails Week (Sept. 23-29) by participating in the Pedal to the Park trail ride taking place on Saturday, Sept. 29. Registration and guided…
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The Access Fund, the national advocacy organization that keeps US climbing areas open and conserves the climbing environment, is pleased to announce that it has awarded over $18,000 in this second round of the 2012 Climbing Preservation Grants Program. Each year, the Access Fund awards…
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The leaves are beginning to change color here and there around the state, and staff at Minnesota state parks and trails have planned a variety of special programs and events to help visitors feel the “wow” of fall, according to the Department of Natural Resources…
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Newest Enhancement Marks Administration’s Commitment to Make State Parks More Sustainable A new picnic area featuring eco-friendly amenities and dramatic views of the Statue of Liberty and the New York City skyline is being unveiled at a ribbon-cutting ceremony today at Liberty State Park. The…
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