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Kayak Adventures—5 Warm-Weather Escapes To Try Right Now

Kayak Adventures—5 Warm-Weather Escapes To Try Right Now

Just because Old Man Winter is rearing his balaclava-covered head, doesn't mean you have to hang up your paddle. From sea kayaking along warm,…
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Paddle Your Way To See The Best Fall Colors

Paddle Your Way To See The Best Fall Colors

It’s hard not to get a scenic vista when you’re paddling. Throw in the changing colors of autumn, however, and you’re in for a real…
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7 Colorful Canoe Trips to Try This Fall

7 Colorful Canoe Trips to Try This Fall

There are few better ways to witness the fabulous fiery colors of fall than from the water. The air is crisp and reflections from the foliage dance…
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5 Great Paddleboarding Spots in Indiana

5 Great Paddleboarding Spots in Indiana

Although Indiana is landlocked, there is still plenty of opportunity for water sports in the state! Paddleboarding has recently become one of the…
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6 Terrific Whitewater Parks in America

6 Terrific Whitewater Parks in America

Rafting down mountain rivers is nothing short of addicting, but it’s not your only option for thrills. Whitewater parks are sprinkled…
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5 Exhilarating Jet Skiing Spots in Indiana

5 Exhilarating Jet Skiing Spots in Indiana

Don’t be fooled by Indiana being a landlocked state—we love our watersports! Indiana is home to over 80 beautiful lakes, so there is…
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The Best Reasons You Should Try Wakeboarding This Summer

The Best Reasons You Should Try Wakeboarding This Summer

If you’re a fan of water skiing or tubing out on the lake on a hot summer day, wakeboarding might be the next sport for you. Not only is this…
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5 Amazing Water Trails You Need To Try Right Now!

5 Amazing Water Trails You Need To Try Right Now!

Mountains have them, municipalities have them, so why shouldn’t waterways have them as well? I’m talking about trails that keep you on a…
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8 Common Sense Tips for Buying Your First Boat

8 Common Sense Tips for Buying Your First Boat

A boat, even if it’s a small used one, can be a big purchase. Boat ownership entails a lot of responsibility and can be expensive, as well. If…
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5 Excellent Places for Beginners to Kayak in Indiana

5 Excellent Places for Beginners to Kayak in Indiana

Even though she may be in the Midwest, Indiana has so many places for kayakers of all ages and levels! Indiana’s waters are beautiful, and in…
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10 Essential Pieces of Gear for Paddle-Sports Beginners

10 Essential Pieces of Gear for Paddle-Sports Beginners

Feeling ready to dip a paddle into some cool waters this summer?  Take your pick from kayaking, canoeing or stand-up paddleboarding….but…
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Kayak Safety: 5 Essential Survival Skills to Know

Kayak Safety: 5 Essential Survival Skills to Know

Sitting atop a kayak on the water is a great way to experience nature from a new vantage point. Whether you're embarking on a leisurely journey on a…
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How to Prepare for a Canoe Camping Trip

How to Prepare for a Canoe Camping Trip

Canoe camping transforms a regular old camping trip into a more adventurous excursion, but it's pivotal to take the steps to properly prepare. You…
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Paddle Games—3 Fun Games To Play On The Water

Paddle Games—3 Fun Games To Play On The Water

“I Spy”: (“I spy something green, something wet, etc.”) – perhaps make a rule that it can only be something people…
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5 Best Whitewater Day Trips In America

5 Best Whitewater Day Trips In America

Summer is here and now is the best time to enjoy a whitewater adventure with friends and family. Outfitted trips can be found all across the U.S. and…
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Events Near Fort Wayne IN

Holiday Hustle 5k

Saturday, Dec 28, 2024 at 9:30am
Commons Park
Angola, IN
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The Boar’s Head and Yule Log Festival

Sunday, Dec 29, 2024 at 5:30pm
Plymouth Congregational Church
Fort Wayne, IN
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Noon Year's Eve at Wells County Public Library

Tuesday, Dec 31, 2024 at 10:30am
Wells County Public Library
Bluffton, IN
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Countdown to Noon

Tuesday, Dec 31, 2024 at 10:30am
Allen County Public Library - Tecumseh
Fort Wayne, IN
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New Year's Eve Kid's Party

Tuesday, Dec 31, 2024 at 1:00pm
Roller Dome North
Fort Wayne, IN
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New Year's Eve Celebration at Country Heritage Winery

Tuesday, Dec 31, 2024 at 6:00pm
Country Heritage Winery
Laotto, IN
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New Year's Eve The Bell Mansion's Speakeasy Celebration

Tuesday, Dec 31, 2024 at 9:00pm
The Bell Mansion
Fort Wayne, IN
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New Years Eve With Reckless Highway

Tuesday, Dec 31, 2024 at 9:30pm
Knockin' Boots Saloon
Fort Wayne, IN
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First Day Hike at Ouabache State Park

Wednesday, Jan 1, 2025 at 10:00am
Ouabache State Park
Bluffton, IN
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First Day Hike at Chain O'Lakes State Park

Wednesday, Jan 1, 2025 at 11:00am
Chain O'Lakes State Park
Albion, IN
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First Day Hike at Salamonie Lake

Wednesday, Jan 1, 2025 at 4:30pm
Salamonie Lake
Andrews, IN
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Ducks Unlimited - Fort Wayne DU Sportsman's Bingo

Ducks Unlimited - Fort Wayne DU Sportsman's Bingo

Monday, Jan 20, 2025 at 5:30pm
Charlie's Place
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Three Rivers Chapter Banquet, IN

Three Rivers Chapter Banquet, IN

Saturday, Jan 25, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Fort Wayne, IN
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Noble County Ducks Unlimited Gun Bash Banquet (Kendallville, IN)

Noble County Ducks Unlimited Gun Bash Banquet (Kendallville, IN)

Saturday, Jan 25, 2025 at 5:30pm
Sylvan Cellars Event Center
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