There are many reasons to love Devil’s Lake State Park. You can swim, paddle, picnic, climb, or just sit and enjoy one of Wisconsin’s most beautiful places. It’s no wonder it’s the state’s most popular park. Around 2.5 million people visit the park each year, mostly during the summer months, resulting in crowded trails, little […]
If you’re heading to Devil’s Lake State Park on a summer weekend, know what to do: If you arrive late, you’ll likely face long lines and limited parking. Baraboo Park—Wisconsin’s most popular park—has around 2.5 million visitors annually. While it’s always been popular, visitor numbers skyrocketed during the COVID-19 pandemic. Today, the Wisconsin Department of […]
EDISON – With the public comment period on the proposed sports complex at Thomas A. Edison Park ending Sept. 3, the Middlesex Greenway Coalition is hosting a presentation on the project by environmentalist Walter Stochel on Thursday. The presentation by Stochel, vice president of the Edison Greenways Group, and others will be at 7 p.m. […]
Changes at Whetstone Park include the installation of drainage pipes Changes at Whetstone Park include the installation of a drainage pipe in a large field between the pond, high school and Olentangy Bike Trail Don’t count on being able to cast your line at Whetstone Casting Pond anytime soon. The pond in Clintonville Park remains […]
What are the state symbols of Oregon? From birds to beverages, flowers to fossils, these icons of history, nature and pride represent Oregon. The Oregon Parks and Recreation Department will close or partially close some parks and campgrounds for construction beginning this fall and winter. The closures include very popular locations such as Silver Falls, […]
What are the state symbols of Oregon? From birds to beverages, flowers to fossils, these icons of history, nature and pride represent Oregon. The Oregon Parks and Recreation Department will close or partially close some parks and campgrounds for construction beginning this fall and winter. The closures include very popular locations such as Silver Falls, […]
COLDWATER – City Council members approved a final conceptual design for the reconstruction of Rotary Park during a work session Aug. 12. Leisure architect Pam Blough will now finalise construction plans for a tender in October. It is hoped that work on Phase 1 can start in January and be completed in July. The recent […]
10 places to watch the leaves this fall It is the time of year to admire the leaves. 10Best Editors, USA TODAY 10Best If you want to admire the splendor of autumn leaves, there is no place like the White Mountains in New Hampshire. The mountains provide a stunning backdrop for the brilliant, golden-orange fall […]
Train rides, games, music and fun are some of the things families can expect at this Shawnee County Parks and Recreation event. Founders Fest, hosted by the Shawnee County Parks and Recreation Department, features entertainment, free activities and educational opportunities for all ages. It takes place on Saturday, August 31st from 9 a.m. to 5 […]
Enjoy the view from Eagle Tower at Peninsula State Park in Door County Peninsula State Park’s Eagle Tower in Door County features an 850-foot-long deck access ramp and is the highlight of a $3.5 million improvement project. During the COVID-19 pandemic, more people visited Wisconsin state parks – and that trend continues. A new report […]
