EMBARK DOWN BLUFFTON ROAD
Waynedale is about to “EMBARK” on something new. In celebration of the new Bluffton Road Trails and Sidewalks, area businesses
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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.
NEW TRAILS MEAN NEW RULES
It’s summer time, and one of the best ways to get around the community is to use the new trails
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MIDSUMMER GARDENING CHECKLIST – Green-Thumb Gardener
As we get ready to enter the midsummer season, it is time to double check your gardening upkeep chores. As
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IT’S BACKYARD GRILLING TIME! – Homeowner Rx
Ever since I can remember we have sold barbeque grills in our hardware stores. 40 Years ago, the only one
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SOARIN’ HIGH AFTER REHAB
A bald eagle was recently released back to the wild at Eagle Marsh after months of surgery and physical therapy.
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CUTTING THE RIBBON ON THE BLUFFTON ROAD TRAIL
Mayor Tom Henry joined members of the Regional Development Authority, state and local elected officials, neighborhood and business representatives and
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SWCC HOSTS NATIONAL OUTDOOR WRITERS CONFERENCE
On Sunday, June 3, The Southwest Conservation Club was host to the Outdoor Writers Association of America’s (OWAA) 91st annual
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‘BEES & BREW’ A FORT WAYNE NATIONAL POLLINATOR WEEK EVENT
A community favorite and quickly sold-out event in the past, Southwest Honey Co. brings back ‘Bees & Brew’ as a
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IMPROVING OUR WORLD BY DRAWING POLLINATORS TO PLANTS – Green-Thumb Gardener
June will be just around the corner and we are reminded about the importance of pollinators in our everyday lives
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SO, WHAT HAPPENED TO SPRING THIS YEAR? – Homeowner Rx
So we waited, waited, and waited some more for spring to arrive. Finally, it got here, but late April? What
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SCOUT TROOP #38 COMPLETES SERVICE PROJECT AT SWCC
On April 28 and 29, 2018 Boy Scout Troop #38, sponsored by Calvary United Methodist Church, 6301 Winchester Road, performed
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SQUIRRELS WELCOME
I heard a report on TV recently that squirrels are getting fat. With the report was a picture, a photo,
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FINDING THE RIGHT PLANT FOR THE RIGHT PLACE – Green-Thumb Gardener
It appears that gardening for the 2018 spring season will start a bit slower this year as Mother Nature reminds
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SPRUCING UP THE CITY
Lierin Rossman spends most of her week working hard as an attorney at the downtown law firm of Stucky, Lauer
Read MoreDEGREE DAYS, WHAT ARE THOSE? – Homeowner Rx
Last year in April my article gave you some lawn maintenance 101 basics in my “Here Come the Dandelions!” article.
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SONS OF THE AMERICAN LEGION POST #241 DONATES TO BOY SCOUTS
The Sons of the American (SAL) Legion Post #241 located on Bluffton Road has made a generous donation to Boy
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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
Read MoreWILDFLOWER 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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