RARE BIRD ON A SUNNY MORNING
To a dedicated bird watcher there’s no better way to start the day than with the sighting of a rare
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The Great Outdoors
Bringing together stories for readers who love to explore and enjoy the outdoors. This section features local news and opportunities tied to parks, rivers, trails, wildlife, weather safety, outdoor events, conservation efforts, hunting and fishing seasons, and hands on nature programs near you in Fort Wayne, Indiana. If you enjoy gardening, camping, hiking, paddling, or simply discovering new places to explore close to home, these articles help you find activities, learn how to stay safe in all seasons, and stay connected to the land, water, and green spaces that shape everyday life in our community.
WILDFLOWER DETECTIVES
A native plant identification hike is scheduled for rookies in one of the Allen County preserves for spring wildflowers. On
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GOODBYE WINTER…HELLO SPRING! – Homeowner Rx
Spring Has Arrived! Your calendar says spring is here. The robins and the 1st plants of spring say that spring
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GOOGLE TREKKER MAPS THE TRAILS
Now you can view images of your favorite Indiana parks and trails on Google Maps. The Fort Wayne Parks and Recreation
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AN EARLY START ON SPRING CLEANUP
Hitting the trail with trash bags in hand this clean-up crew filled 18 trash bags full of debris from the
Read MorePICK-UP & PITCH-IN
Winter weather with its strong winds has left unsightly trash and debris on the side of the road, in ditches,
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KEEPING IT CLEAN AND TAKING PRIDE IN OUR COMMUNITY – Letter To The Editor
I have lived in Waynedale since 1970. I have seen changes in that time. One, is that as a community,
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LUCY WAS THE HIGHLIGHT OF FOX ISLAND’S BIRD COUNT
A national February bird count hosted an exceptional visitor this year at Fox Island County Park. The event, called the
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FOX ISLAND – A GREAT PLACE TO MEET UP WITH FRIENDS
Looking to get outside to beat the winter blues this year? Fox Island may be just the place for you.
Read MoreTO MELT OR NOT TO MELT! – Homeowner Rx
This winter a big question coming in our front door has been, should I use ice melt or not use
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POSTAL SERVICE ASKS TO PLEASE CLEAR SNOW AND ICE
Brave postal workers are trudging through the inclement weather attempting to deliver your junk mail, magazines and birthday cards on
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BRING IN THE BIRDS FOR WINTER BEAUTY AND ENTERTAINMENT
Brighten your winter days by inviting birds into your landscape. Their beauty and motion help enliven the garden and lighten
Read MoreGIVE THE GIFT OF THE OUTDOORS THIS HOLIDAY SEASON
Indiana State Parks has stocking stuffers galore for the outdoors lovers on your shopping list this year. From campers to
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NEIGHBORLINK DOING GOOD DEEDS AROUND WAYNEDALE
When Waynedale resident Paul Fields realized he’d have trouble helping his wheelchair-bound wife in and out of his home, luckily,
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CHRISTMAS BIRD COUNTS AND CLIMATE CHANGE – Life In The Outdoors
One hundred seventeen years ago, before 1900, it was the custom of hunters in America to get together as teams
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BRIGHTEN THE INDOORS WITH COLORFUL AMARYLLIS BLOOMS
Brighten those gray winter days with a few colorful, easy-care amaryllis. The 6- to 10-inch trumpet shaped blossoms are sure
Read MoreTAKE CAUTION ON ICE
With icy weather approaching, the Indiana Department of Homeland Security (IDHS) is reminding Hoosiers to be cautious when spending time
Read MoreEQUIPMENT & MANPOWER READY TO CLEAR HIGHWAYS THIS WINTER
The Allen County Highway Department is already making its plans for the upcoming season. Department uses several types of vehicles
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GO TO THE WOODS
I came to my desk to write this morning without a subject in mind. That’s not unusual. I’d think of
Read MoreTREE PRUNING WITH A PURPOSE
Fall is a great time to be outside admiring the trees in our landscapes. We take stock of which trees
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HUNTER DEER DONATIONS TO FEED INDIANA’S HUNGRY
Hoosiers Feeding the Hungry’s would like to remind all hunters and landowners about our deer donation program! After you’ve filled
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MISSION ACCOMPLISHED
On Friday, November 3, 2017, Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic School’s STARBASE 2.0 team launched their high-altitude balloon while the
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TURKEY VULTURES: AN ASPECT OF INDIANA’S ECOSYSTEM
Autumn in Indiana is beautiful: leaves don brilliant colors before the wind strips them away; apples and pumpkins come into
Read MoreDRIVERS SHOULD BE AWARE OF DEER
As days shorten and the breeding season for deer approaches, the chance of encountering one while driving increases significantly. Nearly
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SAVE THE TREES – Life In The Outdoors
To the early settlers, the pioneers, North America was a land of trees, primarily pine trees. Canada south to mid-continent
Read MoreLEAF SEASON IS UPON US
The City’s bagged leaf program allows residents to place leaves in biodegradable bags at the curb and call 311 to
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HURRICANES AND WILDLIFE – Life In The Outdoors
This year, 2017, is on its way into history as the year of hurricanes for us in the United States.
Read More‘GREAT TREE CANOPY‘ LOOKING FOR VOLUNTEERS
Friends of the Parks of Allen County invites citizens to partner with area parks departments, businesses, neighborhoods and community volunteers
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KINGSTON RESIDENTS CROSS THE FINISH LINE
Kingston Residence is proud to announce that eleven residents and two Kingston ambassadors completed the 2017 Fort 4 Fitness Senior
Read MoreTROUT STOCKING, FAMILY FISHING EVENT AT SHOAFF PARK
A public family fishing event scheduled for this past Saturday at Shoaff Park in Fort Wayne has been rescheduled due
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