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VOLKSMARCH
(hike/walk)
February 25, 2012
NOTE: Event organizer
is Hoosier Hikers Club. Potawatomi Wildlife Park is only the host
site.
| Dates: |
2/25/2012 - 2/25/2012 |
| City / State: |
Old Tipp Town, IN |
| Event Name: |
Potawatomi Wildlife Park |
| Event Type: |
Walk |
| Event ID: |
92577 |
| Distance - Trail Ratings: |
10 km - 1C |
| Description: |
The event route is marked and makes use of the park's existing trail system, which winds through mostly flat wooded areas along the banks of the Tippecanoe River in a Winter environment. |
| Amenities: |
Strollers: NO | Wheelchairs: NO | Pets: Yes | Restrooms: Yes |
| Special Classifications: |
This event doesn't have any special classifications assigned. |
| Start Times: |
9:00 AM (EST) to 12:00 Noon |
| Location: |
Nature Center, Potawatomi Wildlife Park |
| Start Point / Driving Directions: |
Potawatomi Wildlife Park, 16998 SR 331, Tippecanoe, IN 46570. This Park is approximately 6-1/2 miles South of the intersection of State Road 331 and US Highway 30. From this intersection turn South onto SR 331, and remain on the State Road through Bourbon, Indiana. and beyond. Look for the Park on your left. There is a clearly visible sign that identifies the the Park. If you cross over the Tippecanoe River, you have driven 1/8th of a mile too far. |
| Awards & Fees: |
IVV Credit Only |
| Comments: |
1) This is a Credit Only event. 2) Registration as a Park quest, and donations to the Park are encouraged. 3) Use caution and dress using attire appropriate for the weather conditions, as this is a WINTER event in
Northern Indiana. |
| Host Club: |
Hoosier Hikers |
| Contact: |
Bob Buzolich (574) 339-9140 |
| Website: |
No Website Listed |
| E-Mail Contact: |
sonofbuzz@prodigy.net |
For more information about
the American Volksport Association see: link
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Public
Astronomy Viewing Nights
A partnership
with the Warsaw
Astronomical Society
T.B.A. |
PUBLIC NIGHT |
T.B.A. |
PUBLIC NIGHT |
T.B.A. |
PUBLIC NIGHT |
Pending
clear skies. Call
(574)498-6550 if partly cloudy.
Observing
starts 1 hour after dark free admission and free parking
Visitors
will be able to view several heavenly objects through advanced telescopes
and ask
experienced
astronomers questions. Families are encouraged to attend and experience
what the
universe
has to offer. |
MAY
BIRD COUNT
May 12, 2012
Contact the park
is you are interested in participating in this count.
Participate in
the count at Potawatomi
Wildlife Park
and help us add
to our list of bird on the park.
Kick-off time:
8:00a.m.
Location: Potawatomi
Wildlife Park Interpretive Center
Cost: Participants-$2
Contact: park
"at" getintonature.com
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BENACK'S CROSSING
This is a new event
partnership with 7
YEARS WAR INC.
| DATE: |
May 19-20,
2012 |
| TIME: |
Sat: 8-5 Sun 8-3 |
| FEE: |
$10.00 PER VEHICLE |
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We expect this event to start out small but grow in the coming
years. Come expierence this event in its first year!
Take the high
ground and watch the battle in wide screen, super high definition
with absolutely no commercials! Enjoy 18th century military
battles & witness 18th century life.
Visit potawatomi
park to witness battles between the french & their native
allies against the british military for dominance on the north
american continent to determine which country will be the world’s
next super power.
Living historians
will reenact 18th century life in french and british military
camps and the native
village. Crafts people will demonstrate their skills and trades
in the vendors’ areas and villages.
Sutlers will provide food and refreshments. Merchants will be
on-site to offer mementos of the
experience. |
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EVENT FLYER
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EVENT BROCHURE
NOTE: limited
Park trail access will be available for walking both days but gate
fee will still apply.
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VOLKSMARCH
(hike/walk)
May 26, 2012
NOTE: Event organizer
is Hoosier Hikers Club. Potawatomi Wildlife Park is only the host
site.
| Dates: |
5/26/2012 - 5/26/2012 |
| City / State: |
Old Tipp Town- Potawatomi Wildlife Park, IN |
| Event Name: |
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| Event Type: |
Walk |
| Event ID: |
92578 |
| Distance - Trail Ratings: |
10 Km - 2B |
| Description: |
Route incorporates existing trail system centered upon the Historic Tippecanoe River and former Potowatomie encampment. |
| Amenities: |
Strollers: hard | Wheelchairs: hard | Pets: Yes | Restrooms: Yes |
| Special Classifications: |
This event doesn't have any special classifications assigned. |
| Start Times: |
9:00 AM (EDT) to 12: 00 (Noon) |
| Location: |
Nature Center |
| Start Point / Driving Directions: |
To Be Announced |
| Awards & Fees: |
A Award |
| Comments: |
To Be Announced |
| Host Club: |
Hoosier Hikers |
| Contact: |
Bob Buzolich (574) 339-9140 |
| Website: |
No Website Listed |
| E-Mail Contact: |
sonofbuzz@prodigy.net |
For more information about
the American Volksport Association see:
link
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TIPPECANOE
& LUNCH TOO!
-Canoe Adventure-
June 16, 2012
- Join the
adventure on the Tippecanoe River
- Seating limited
- Reserve your spot on
the long or short trip
- Maximum 2 people per
canoe
- Cost $15/person which
includes lunch
Contact: park
"at" getintonature.com
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19th ANNUAL
FAMILY FISHING DERBY
Sept. T.B.A. 2012
8 a.m. - 12 noon
Bring your family out to enjoy a morning of quality
fall family time.
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Food
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Door prizes
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Awards
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Fee charged based on age (0-9 free, 10-16 , 17+)
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EN PLEIN AIRE DAY
T.B.A., 2012
Artist free registration/painting secession 7:30 am - 3:00 pm
En plein air is a French expression which means "in the open air", and is particularly used to describe the act of painting outdoors.
The park will be open for artist to come and paint the beautifull scenery.
Visitors are welcome to stop by and observe their paintings and even buy their finished product.
PUBLIC WELCOME |
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TRI-COUNTY ROCHESTER
CHRISTMAS BIRD
COUNT
December 29, 2012
Contact the park
is you are interested in participating in this count.
View from your
feeder if you are in the target zone or participate in the count at
Potawatomi Wildlife
Park and/or surrounding area.
Also, help start
a list of birds found on the park.
Kick-off time:
8:00a.m.
Location: Potawatomi
Wildlife Park Interpretive Center
Cost: Participants-$5
(Feeder viewers-Free)
Contact: park
"at" getintonature.com
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