A relatively remote forested area of the Hoosier National Forest is a summer classroom. Archaeological students will be excavating farmsteads of early settlers in the German Ridge community for three weeks in July. The public is invited to come visit the on-going archaeological excavations on…
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Recent rains have moistened habitat such that the general fire restrictions previously placed on Department managed lands and access sites has been lifted, except for those areas where specific restrictions still remain. According to Regional Habitat Manager Terry Thomas, “Even though fires are again being…
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Department of Environmental Protection Commissioner Bob Martin today praised the efforts of six members of the Island Beach State Beach Patrol who participated in a Fourth of July rescue of four people who got caught in a rip current. “I commend the quick response of…
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Eleven Mile State Park’s programs for adults, families, and youngsters continue through the summer with hikes, nature programs, and other fun activities to connect kids and adults with nature and the outdoors. Please join us for this week’s free, fun programs. All children must be…
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In the July / August issue of Consumers Digest magazine, the publication’s editorial staff unveils their much-anticipated list of “Best Buys” in the marine industry. Ranger was honored with two selections, for the Z520 Comanche and Z119, and was the only marine manufacturer with multiple…
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A quick peek at the iPad app store (navigation) shows Navionics in the top 5 in most coastal countries around the world, and as #1 in boat-centric countries like Norway, Finland, and the USA. In the USA in particular, Navionics has four apps in the…
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A public open house at Fort Harrison State Park, July 17, offers a chance to learn about its improvements during the last several years and its plans for the future. The free open house is from 6-8:30 p.m. in the Roosevelt Room at the Fort…
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The National Park Service (NPS) announced today it will expand bicycle access in parks nationwide while preserving the Service’s responsibility to prohibit bikes in wilderness and other areas where they would have significant impact on the environment or visitor safety. “Bikes are a great way to exercise, get…
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A recent report by the Freedonia Group had some good news for the boating industry contained within its pages. It said the industry is growing and is expected to grow 8% to $10.1 billion by 2016. Although this number is a positive turn for an…
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Marine Products Corporation announced today that during the second quarter of 2012 it purchased 54,835 shares under its share repurchase program. Marine Products Corporation designs, manufactures and distributes premium-branded Chaparral sterndrive and inboard pleasure boats; Premiere Sport Yachts; and Robalo sport fishing boats, and continues…
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