Campers learn about nature, art, film and more! There was a lot going on at Sunset Hill Farm during the past two months. That's because each week, more than 60 kids were at the park to learn, laugh, make friends and enjoy nature at Camp FUNset! Our...
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Students learn to appreciate nature and parks We are hard at work preparing for the school year and the many field trips that will begin at the end of this month. Teachers are encouraged to schedule field trips to Sunset Hill Farm County Park as soon...
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Will Park Neighborhood residents are invited to a public meeting regarding park safety. The meeting is Thursday, July 28 from 7 to 8 pm at Will park at 354 Morgan in Valparaiso. The purpose of the session is to seek neighborhood comments on current...
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The following programs are being offered at Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore for the rest of this summer. Please see the individual program descriptions listed below. For more information on any of the programs at the national lakeshore, contact Ryan...
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Fairgrounds Park- Valpo’s own little respite in the heart of the hustle and bustle of a busy city. It doesn’t take many steps to get off the beaten path and tune out for awhile, I am happy to say, after a quick but restoring walk over at...
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The National Resources Defense Council’s (NRDC) recently released Testing the Waters 2011 Report shows that Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore beaches are rarely affect by pollution and are among the cleanest beaches in Indiana. Two Indiana Dunes...
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The National Park Service in partnership with the Dunes Learning Center is offering a series of educator workshops, “Nurturing Young Scientists,” July 18 – 22, at Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore. The workshops are designed to introduce both...
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The National Park Service is preparing an Environmental Assessment for a restoration project at Cowles Bog Wetland Complex located within Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore. The NPS is seeking public input on the proposed project and will hold a public...
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Come enjoy the benefits of meditation These retreats offer an opportunity for an afternoon of reflection that includes a guided walk, seated meditation, gentle yoga, stretching and reflective writing. They will take place from 1 to 4 p.m. Sunday July...
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When Porter County Parks and Recreation acquired Brincka Cross Gardens, two major goals were to offer art instruction and promote nature appreciation. The property, located at 427 East Furness Road in Pine Township, was owned and developed by an...
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