Podcasts about Indiana Dunes National Park

Join the Indiana exploration--Notre Dame University; South Bend's Studebaker Museum; Indiana Dunes National Park; Cedar Lake Museum; Charlestown State Park, and historic French Lick Resort.

When a 15-year-old girl vanishes while riding her bike near Indiana Dunes National Park in August 1995, it's all hands on deck to find her. However, just like the ever-shifting landscape beneath law enforcement's feet, an elusive predator blends into an alarming wave of violence in northern Indiana and northeast Illinois during the summer of 1995.If you have information that could solve the murder of Johnice White, please call 1-800-CALL-FBI or submit a tip at tips.fbi.gov.View source material and photos for this episode at: parkpredators.com/the-bike Park Predators is an audiochuck production. Connect with us on social media:Instagram: @parkpredators | @audiochuckTwitter: @ParkPredators | @audiochuckFacebook: /ParkPredators  | /audiochuckllcTikTok: @audiochuck

On Valentine's Day, Eric Anderson showed up for work at Indiana Dunes National Park. Hours later, he learned by email (from someone he didn't know) that he had been fired. Anderson is one of the many thousands of federal employees blindsided by mass layoffs orchestrated by the newly formed Department of Government Efficiency, or DOGE, led by tech billionaire Elon Musk. Officials claim the cuts are saving taxpayers millions, but critics warn they're gutting essential services and putting public safety at risk. As legal battles unfold and DOGE continues these reductions, the question remains: Is this about efficiency, or is something bigger at play? Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/inside-the-mass-firings-of-federal-workers Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Judge temporarily blocks effort to deport Palestinian activist who helped lead Columbia student protests; Power of rural organizing reflected in SD carbon pipeline law; Safety at risk as budget cuts hit Indiana Dunes National Park; Barriers to tracking bird flu mount amid federal changes.

Judge temporarily blocks effort to deport Palestinian activist who helped lead Columbia student protests; Power of rural organizing reflected in SD carbon pipeline law; Safety at risk as budget cuts hit Indiana Dunes National Park; Barriers to tracking bird flu mount amid federal changes.

Judge temporarily blocks effort to deport Palestinian activist who helped lead Columbia student protests; Power of rural organizing reflected in SD carbon pipeline law; Safety at risk as budget cuts hit Indiana Dunes National Park; Barriers to tracking bird flu mount amid federal changes.

Just about 40 miles outside of Chicago and nestled on the shores of Lake Michigan, Indiana Dunes National Park, combined with the neighboring state park of the same name, protects over 17,000 acres of sand dunes, ecological wonders, and diverse habitats. Amongst them sits a swell dedicated to the life and legacy of one of the earliest advocates of the park. To those of her time, she was known as the “mysterious nymph of the dunes,” but today she is better known as “Diana.”  For nearly a decade, Alice Mabel Gray lived amidst the sand. Escaping from the never-ceasing pace of Chicago during the second industrial revolution and leaving behind a life of higher education, her days were spent much like those of the modern park visitor: swimming in the lake, pacing long stretches of beautiful shoreline, and trekking through quiet woodlands. Like many others, she was in search of solitude, but as Alice came to find companionship in the dunes, her story would baffle the nation and lead to legends based on both truth and rumor.  This week on America's National Parks, Indiana Dunes National Park and Diana of the Dunes. Written by Lizzie Tesch Hosted by Jason Epperson Save $30 off a $500+ RV rental at rvshare.com

This week (5/31 & 6/2) on ART ON THE AIR features region artist, Lynn Buckmaster, whose charming landscapes are part of the permanent collection at Indiana Dunes National Park. Next we have commercial food photographer, Chris Cassidy, sharing his travel photography in a June exhibit at The Depot. Our Spotlight is on Dunes Art Foundation's “Blythe Spirit” director Michael Lasswell and “Talley's Folly” actor Robert Morris. Tune in on Sunday at 7pm on Lakeshore Public Media 89.1FM for our hour long conversation with our special guests or listen at lakeshorepublicmedia.org/show/AOTA, and can also be heard Fridays at 11am and Mondays at 5pm on WVLP 103.1FM (WVLP.org) or listen live at Tune In. Listen to past ART ON THE AIR shows at lakeshorepublicmedia.org/show/AOTA or brech.com/aota. Please have your friends send show feedback to Lakeshore at: radiofeedback@lakeshorepublicmedia.org Send your questions about our show to AOTA@brech.com LIKE us on Facebook.com/artonthairwvlp to keep up to date about art issues in the Region. New and encore episodes also heard as podcasts on: NPR, Spotify Tune IN, Amazon Music, Apple and Google Podcasts, plus many other podcast platforms. Larry A Brechner & Ester Golden hosts of ART ON THE AIR. https://www.lakeshorepublicmedia.org/show/art-on-the-air/2024-05-16/art-on-the-air-june-2-2024

In this week's episode, Isaac begins with an interview with a Zookeeper to discuss her time working in the field and ethical concerns that surround zoos today. Next, he does a Travel Guide for Indiana Dunes National Park. Then he closes the show with giving tips to listeners who are interested in getting into film photography. Indiana Dunes Photo Ops #1: https://www.instagram.com/p/Cv6TlgEOXF5/?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==   Indiana Dunes Photo Ops #2: https://www.instagram.com/p/C042uatumFi/?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==

Paul Labovitz, former Superintendent of Indiana Dunes National Park, walks us through his career and his time in the National Park Service up until his final position before retirement at Indiana Dunes.  Paul is a self-proclaimed city kid whose transformational experience outdoors changed his life and charted his course to work in the outdoors. In his interview, he surprises us with a career change to the National Park Service due to the Space Shuttle Challenger disaster, shares insights about "sister parks" where National Parks partner with other National Parks internationally (learn about Costa Rica & Poland) and shares his appreciation for the accessibility of Indiana Dunes to the Greater Chicago Area. Indiana Dunes National Parks, with white sand beaches that may or may not look like the beaches of Mexico, is located at the southern end of Lake Michigan and offers much more than a summer beach getaway. With ecological diversity, year round recreation opportunities, and exciting bird watching opportunities, Indiana Dunes is a national park you don't want to miss. You can follow Who Runs This Park on TikTok, Instagram, Facebook or YouTube, can email us at info@whorunsthispark.com or check us out online at whorunsthispark.com. Who Runs This Park is hosted and produced by Maddie Pellman, with music by Danielle Bees.Episode Specific Links: Feeling inspired? Visit Save the Dune's Website to learn more and support Indiana Dunes and Lake Michigan!Sponsors:Granarly (Instagram): Go to granarly.com & use code WRTP15 to get 15% your next online purchase

This week (9/15 & 9/18) on ART ON THE AIR we feature pastel and charcoal artist Mary Ann Pals who returns to share her experience as an Indiana Dunes National Park artist-in-residence. Next Hoosier Star vocal coach and LaPorte County Symphony keyboardist, Becky Olson, along with 2022 Hoosier Star youth winner, Savannah Holley. Our Spotlight is on Lakeshore Community Concerts 2023-24 season with Carolyn Borchardt and their first concert with Vox Fortuna on September 18th. Tune in on Sunday at 7pm on Lakeshore Public Media 89.1FM for our hour long conversation with our special guests or listen at lakeshorepublicmedia.org/show/art-on-the-air, and can also be heard Fridays at 11am and Mondays at 5pm on WVLP 103.1FM (WVLP.org) or listen live at Tune In, plus on Tuesdays at 4pm on WDSO 88.3 FM. Listen to past ART ON THE AIR shows at lakeshorepublicmedia.org/show/art-on-the-air or brech.com/aota. Please have your friends send show feedback to Lakeshore at: radiofeedback@lakeshorepublicmedia.org Send your questions about our show to AOTA@brech.com LIKE us on Facebook.com/artonthairwvlp to keep up to date about art issues in the Region. New and encore episodes also heard as podcasts on: NPR, Spotify Tune IN, Amazon Music, Apple and Google Podcasts, plus many other podcast platforms. Larry A Brechner & Ester Golden hosts of ART ON THE AIR. https://www.lakeshorepublicmedia.org/show/art-on-the-air/2023-09-05/art-on-the-air-september-17-2023

The first part of this podcast has Martin talking about International Left-handed Day, the Tragedy happening on Maui and the Big Island with the wildfires in Hawaii.  The second part is some sounds from the countryside near Indiana Dunes National Park.  This is the first attempt at recording some audioscapes.  Listen In! Support the showWe are always grateful to have you listening to STRUNG OUT. If you like what you are hearing, please reach out to Martin at www.MartinMcCormack.com. There you can see his music, his art and his writings. We deeply appreciate your financial support as well. This link will bring you to Buy Me A Coffee.

In this episode, Phil and Janelle talk about tantrums, trolley parks, gameshows, music festivals, Indiana Dunes National Park, The House of Tomorrow, Feeny, Feely, airplane seating, whale sharks, and more.

In the final episode of Season 5, Mike and Dusty look at all of the hiking trails featured in this season including trails in New River Gorge National Park, Theodore Roosevelt National Park, Badlands National Park, and Indiana Dunes National Park. Website: GazeAtTheNationalParks.comInstagram: @GazeAtTheNationalParksFacebook: Gaze at the National ParksOur listeners can enjoy 20% their copy of Moon USA National Parks from MOON Travel Guides by clicking HERE and using offer code GAZE at checkout! Expires December 31, 2023, offer only available with Hachette Books, not valid with any other retailers. To see additional National Parks Guides published by Moon, visit Moon.com.#gazeatthenationalparks#hikeearlyhikeoften#adventureisoutthereHosted by Dustin Ballard and Michael RyanEpisode Editing by Dustin BallardOriginal Artwork by Michael RyanOriginal Music by Dave Seamon and Mariella KlingerMusic Producer: Skyler FortgangSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/gaze-at-the-national-parks/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Dusty and Mike look at the Wildlife and Environment of the National Parks of Season 5 including New River Gorge National Park, Theodore Roosevelt National Park, Badlands National Park, and Indiana Dunes National Park. Website: GazeAtTheNationalParks.comInstagram: @GazeAtTheNationalParksFacebook: Gaze at the National ParksOur listeners can enjoy 20% their copy of Moon USA National Parks from MOON Travel Guides by clicking HERE and using offer code GAZE at checkout! Expires December 31, 2023, offer only available with Hachette Books, not valid with any other retailers. To see additional National Parks Guides published by Moon, visit Moon.com.#gazeatthenationalparks#hikeearlyhikeoften#adventureisoutthereHosted by Dustin Ballard and Michael RyanEpisode Editing by Dustin BallardOriginal Artwork by Michael RyanOriginal Music by Dave Seamon and Mariella KlingerMusic Producer: Skyler FortgangSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/gaze-at-the-national-parks/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Mike and Dusty look at the histories of the National Parks from Season 5 including New River Gorge National Park, Theodore Roosevelt National Park, Badlands National Park, and Indiana Dunes National Park.Website: GazeAtTheNationalParks.comInstagram: @GazeAtTheNationalParksFacebook: Gaze at the National ParksOur listeners can enjoy 20% their copy of Moon USA National Parks from MOON Travel Guides by clicking HERE and using offer code GAZE at checkout! Expires December 31, 2023, offer only available with Hachette Books, not valid with any other retailers. To see additional National Parks Guides published by Moon, visit Moon.com.#gazeatthenationalparks#hikeearlyhikeoften#adventureisoutthereHosted by Dustin Ballard and Michael RyanEpisode Editing by Dustin BallardOriginal Artwork by Michael RyanOriginal Music by Dave Seamon and Mariella KlingerMusic Producer: Skyler FortgangSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/gaze-at-the-national-parks/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Dusty and Mike look at Visitorship in the National Parks featured in Season 5 including: New River Gorge National Park, Theodore Roosevelt National Park, Badlands National Park, and Indiana Dunes National Park.Website: GazeAtTheNationalParks.comInstagram: @GazeAtTheNationalParksFacebook: Gaze at the National ParksOur listeners can enjoy 20% their copy of Moon USA National Parks from MOON Travel Guides by clicking HERE and using offer code GAZE at checkout! Expires December 31, 2023, offer only available with Hachette Books, not valid with any other retailers. To see additional National Parks Guides published by Moon, visit Moon.com.#gazeatthenationalparks#hikeearlyhikeoften#adventureisoutthereHosted by Dustin Ballard and Michael RyanEpisode Editing by Dustin BallardOriginal Artwork by Michael RyanOriginal Music by Dave Seamon and Mariella KlingerMusic Producer: Skyler FortgangSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/gaze-at-the-national-parks/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Dusty and Mike hike through the trails on the West Beach of Indiana Dunes National Park. Website: GazeAtTheNationalParks.comInstagram: @GazeAtTheNationalParksFacebook: Gaze at the National ParksOur listeners can enjoy 20% their copy of Moon USA National Parks from MOON Travel Guides by clicking HERE and using offer code GAZE at checkout! Expires December 31, 2023, offer only available with Hachette Books, not valid with any other retailers. To see additional National Parks Guides published by Moon, visit Moon.com.#gazeatthenationalparks#hikeearlyhikeoften#adventureisoutthereHosted by Dustin Ballard and Michael RyanEpisode Editing by Dustin BallardOriginal Artwork by Michael RyanOriginal Music by Dave Seamon and Mariella KlingerMusic Producer: Skyler FortgangSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/gaze-at-the-national-parks/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Dusty and Mike hike the Bog Trail, tour the Bailly Homestead, and climb Mt. Baldy in Indiana Dunes National Park.Website: GazeAtTheNationalParks.comInstagram: @GazeAtTheNationalParksFacebook: Gaze at the National ParksOur listeners can enjoy 20% their copy of Moon USA National Parks from MOON Travel Guides by clicking HERE and using offer code GAZE at checkout! Expires December 31, 2023, offer only available with Hachette Books, not valid with any other retailers. To see additional National Parks Guides published by Moon, visit Moon.com.#gazeatthenationalparks#hikeearlyhikeoften#adventureisoutthereHosted by Dustin Ballard and Michael RyanEpisode Editing by Dustin BallardOriginal Artwork by Michael RyanOriginal Music by Dave Seamon and Mariella KlingerMusic Producer: Skyler FortgangSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/gaze-at-the-national-parks/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Weekly update including Indiana Dunes National Park, JFK impressions, jamming to the Beatles, strawberry Frostys, Shane Gillis, Jre, and Nazi documentaries

Dusty and Mike grunt their way up the Three Dune Challenge at Indiana Dunes National Park. Website: GazeAtTheNationalParks.comInstagram: @GazeAtTheNationalParksFacebook: Gaze at the National ParksOur listeners can enjoy 20% their copy of Moon USA National Parks from MOON Travel Guides by clicking HERE and using offer code GAZE at checkout! Expires December 31, 2023, offer only available with Hachette Books, not valid with any other retailers. To see additional National Parks Guides published by Moon, visit Moon.com.#gazeatthenationalparks#hikeearlyhikeoften#adventureisoutthereHosted by Dustin Ballard and Michael RyanEpisode Editing by Dustin BallardOriginal Artwork by Michael RyanOriginal Music by Dave Seamon and Mariella KlingerMusic Producer: Skyler FortgangSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/gaze-at-the-national-parks/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Mike and Dusty hike 3 trails in the Indiana Dunes State Park, adjacent to the Indiana Dunes National Park and discover the lush green marsh land of the Indiana Dunes.Website: GazeAtTheNationalParks.comInstagram: @GazeAtTheNationalParksFacebook: Gaze at the National ParksOur listeners can enjoy 20% their copy of Moon USA National Parks from MOON Travel Guides by clicking HERE and using offer code GAZE at checkout! Expires December 31, 2023, offer only available with Hachette Books, not valid with any other retailers. To see additional National Parks Guides published by Moon, visit Moon.com.#gazeatthenationalparks#hikeearlyhikeoften#adventureisoutthereHosted by Dustin Ballard and Michael RyanEpisode Editing by Dustin BallardOriginal Artwork by Michael RyanOriginal Music by Dave Seamon and Mariella KlingerMusic Producer: Skyler FortgangSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/gaze-at-the-national-parks/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

This week (2/24 & 2/26) on ART ON THE AIR features Herb Helm, a self-taught watercolor artist whose art journey began in his mid forties and is now teaching workshops. Next we feature the Indiana Dunes National Park's Visual Information Specialist, Jeff Manuszak, discussing the Artist in Residence program and the current exhibit of past artists at Chesterton Art Center. Our spotlight is on Footlight Players's upcoming production of the musical “Oliver!” running Mar 3rd through 19th. Tune in on Sunday at 7pm on Lakeshore Public Radio 89.1FM for our hour long conversation with our special guests or listen at lakeshorepublicradio.org/programs/art-air, and can also be heard Fridays at 11am and Mondays at 5pm on WVLP 103.1FM (WVLP.org) or listen live at Tune In. Listen to past ART ON THE AIR shows at lakeshorepublicradio.org/programs/art-air or brech.com/aota. Please have your friends send show feedback to Lakeshore at: radiofeedback@lakeshorepublicmedia.org Send your questions about our show to AOTA@brech.com LIKE us on Facebook.com/artonthairwvlp to keep up to date about art issues in the Region. New and encore episodes also heard as podcasts on: anchor, NPR ONE, Spotify Tune IN, Amazon Music, Apple and Google Podcasts, plus many other podcast platforms. Larry A Brechner & Ester Golden hosts of ART ON THE AIR. https://www.lakeshorepublicradio.org/show/art-on-the-air/2023-02-14/art-on-the-air-february-26-2023

Alice Mabel Gray was given the name, Diana of the Dunes, after she left society to live off the land on the shores of Lake Michigan. We covered her story partially in a prior episode - focusing on the haunted folklore around her afterlife. Today we are revisiting her story to delve deep into her life, including her mysterious partner, a gruesome murder they were accused of committing, and the truth behind Alice's tragic death. We love our National Parks and we know you do too but when you're out there, remember to enjoy the view but watch your back. Please take a moment to rate and subscribe from wherever you're listening to NPAD! Become part of our Outsider family on Patreon to gain access to ad-free episodes, bonus content, and more. Follow our socials Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter. To share a Trail Tale, suggest a story, access merch, and browse our book recommendations - head over to our website. Thank you so much to our partners, check them out! Apostrophe: Use our link and code NPAD to get for first visit for only $5. Microdose: Use code NPAD to get free shipping and 30% off your first order. Cozy Earth: Use our link and code NPAD to get 35% off. Resources: NPS, NPS (2), South Bend Tribune, Diana of the Dunes the True Story of Alice Gray by Janet Zenke Edwards

This week (1/6 & 1/8/2023) on ART ON THE AIR features the new curator for the Brauer Museumat Valparaiso University, Jonathan Canning. Next we feature the new Northwest Indiana Symphony Chorus Director, Thomas Nichols. Our spotlight is on the Chesterton Art Center's new exhibit coming January 17th called, Sense of Place: Works from the Artists in Residence of Indiana Dunes National Park. Tune in on Sunday at 7pm on Lakeshore Public Radio 89.1FM for our hour long conversation with our special guests or listen at lakeshorepublicradio.org/programs/art-air, and can also be heard Fridays at 11am and Mondays at 5pm on WVLP 103.1FM or listen on the web at WVLP.org . Listen to past ART ON THE AIR shows at lakeshorepublicradio.org/programs/art-air or brech.com/aota. Please have your friends send show feedback to Lakeshore at: radiofeedback@lakeshorepublicmedia.org Send your questions about our show to AOTA@brech.com LIKE us on Facebook.com/artonthairwvlp to keep up to date about art issues in the Region. New and encore episodes also heard as podcasts on: anchor, NPR ONE, Spotify Tune IN, Amazon Music, Apple and Google Podcasts, plus many other podcast platforms. Larry A Brechner & Ester Golden hosts of ART ON THE AIR. https://www.lakeshorepublicradio.org/show/art-on-the-air/2022-12-27/art-on-the-air-january-8-2023

The Indiana Dunes National Park will receive $16 M for much needed park repairs, two local nonprofit organizations will receive funding to host humanities projects and the 12th Annual Gary International Black Film Festival kicks off this week.

The Indiana Dunes National Park received $16 million for deferred maintenance projects through the Great American Outdoors Act. And environmental advocacy groups filed suit against the EPA to close close a regulatory loophole that left about half of the coal ash waste in the U.S. exempt from federal health protections. Representatives from NIPSCO and JustTransition NWI are on Regionally Speaking to discuss coal ash removal at the Michigan City Generating Station.

We're in Gary, Indiana, with my new friend Joseph S. Pete, the author of “Secret Northwest Indiana” by Reedy Press. Joseph and I talk about exploring the Indiana Dunes National Park, visiting the Mascot Hall of Fame, and attending the Valparaiso Popcorn Festival. Show notes are at WeTravelThere.com/gary. Bluffworks' stylish clothing is designed with the modern traveler in mind. It is wrinkle-resistant, machine washable, and very comfortable with hidden pockets to protect your valuables. Save 10% with our promo code at WeTravelThere.com/bluffworks.

For access to full-length premium episodes and the SJ Grotto of Truth Discord, subscribe to the Al-Wara' Frequency at patreon.com/subliminaljihad. Dimitri and Khalid continue their trek through various National Park-adjacent mysteries, including: the Ape Canyon cryptid attack of 1924, the National Park connection to the creation of the FBI, John D. Rockefeller Jr. and the sus Smokey Mountains, Dolly Parton's Dollywood theme park (née Rebel Railroad where you could experience the magic of the Confederacy), similarities to the Smiley Face Killer phenomenon, Chameleo psyops in Colorado's Black Forest, the Yucca Man who haunts the Mojave desert, the Monster of Elizabeth Lake in Angeles National Forest, Dead Man's Hole in the San Diego County desert, the overabundance of natural landmarks named “Devil's x”, the Mount Baldy sand dune in the Indiana Dunes National Park that inexplicably swallowed a child, Silas Jane's sinister Horse Syndicate, and David Paleides finally getting jinnpilled via Whitley Strieber.

“Let’s go to the beach! The beach! The beach!” my son kept saying. “That’s not gonna happen, buddy,” I told him. “We’re in Indiana.” To my surprise, we saw a sign for the Indiana Dunes National Park, with a large lake and a beach (please forgive my ignorance of geography). That’s where the same son, who can’t swim, stepped into water that immediately covered his head. I panicked mildly, then lifted him out of the water to safety. Whereas yesterday’s shield metaphor indicated God’s protection from direct attacks, today we learn that wisdom saves us from more indirect attacks: the allure of evil. Proverbs 2:12 says wisdom will rescue us “from the ways of wicked men,” and 2:16 says “wisdom will save you also from the adulterous woman.” The original audience of Proverbs was primarily young men, so the author highlights the ways a young man might be tempted. Men can also be adulterous, and women can also be wicked, but that’s not the point Solomon is making here. Solomon compares wisdom to a father lifting his son out of too-deep waters. The crooked path of wicked men promises much, as does the “wayward woman with her seductive words” (v. 16), but wisdom quickly lifts us out of the water and shows us the truth: “the upright will live in the land, and the blameless will remain in it; but the wicked will be cut off from the land, and the unfaithful will be torn from it” (vv. 21–22). Wisdom rescues us by showing us what awaits us at the end of each road, and only one road leads to life. >> There are times when we, too, are in over our head. We find ourselves in situations that threaten to drown us; we have no idea what to do. Rest assured that your heavenly Father is present and ready to scoop you out of your circumstances. He is with you.

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Welcome back to Season 5 of the Hashtag59 Podcast! Did you know we now have a Patreon Page? Become a member at www.Patreon.com/Hashtag59 Mike R & Jill G are sharing ways to experience outdoor adventures in the Midwest in Season 5. In this episode we tent camp near Lake Michigan and hike in and around Indiana Dunes National Park and State Park. Learn about the 3 Dune Challenge and the Goblins abound in Beverly Shores in this episode. Links from the episode: Dunewood Campground: https://www.nps.gov/indu/planyourvisit/campgrounds.htm Goblin and the Grocer: http://www.goblinandthegrocer.com/ Thanks for listening to episode seven of our Midwest Adventures during Season 5 of our podcast. If you don't already, make sure you subscribe to our podcast by searching "Hashtag 59" on your podcasts app! Keep in touch with us on our website www.Hashtag59.com for our latest podcast episodes, blogs, become a Patreon Member, go an Unordinary Adventure with us, and find out about our latest trash cleanup events! #Hashtag59

One of the country's newest national parks on the coast of Lake Michigan, Indiana Dunes National Park is a great spot for families to enjoy some time together. For one family, back in 2013, they could have never imagined the nightmare their family would endure. Join us as we tell the fairly recent story of a boy that was swallowed into the dune and some of the lessons scientists have learned since. The organization we are highlighting this episode is: Save the Dunes - Established in 1952, the mission of Save the Dunes is to protect and advocate for the Indiana dunes, Lake Michigan, and the surrounding natural areas for the betterment of the environment and the people who live, work, and recreate in Northwest Indiana. Organization Website: https://savedunes.org/ BECOME A PATREON HERE: https://www.patreon.com/vivaamerica Our sources for this episode are: https://www.smithsonianmag.com/science-nature/mystery-why-dangerous-sand-dune-swallowed-boy-180953404/ https://www.cbsnews.com/news/indiana-sand-dune-trapped-boy-remains-closed-3-years/ https://www.chicagotribune.com/news/ct-miracle-mount-baldy-met-20140914-story.html https://www.nps.gov/indu/learn/news/newsreleases.htm https://historydaily.org/sand-dune-swallows-child-freakish-phenomenon-nearly-claims-boys-life https://www.kokomotribune.com/news/nation_an_world_news/all-involved-agree-sand-dune-rescue-a-miracle/article_4d8b207c-ed73-50b0-b572-f2b58ab6735e.html

Time to notch another installment in the National Parks series with one of the newest park in the system. Just because this park wasn't established until 2019 doesn't mean there aren't a plethora of amazing activities to take part in. After our adventure has ended, Laken will detail the disappearance of Anne Miller, Patricia Blough, and Renee Bruhl and Chance dives into the tale of the Michigan City Wild Child. Sources: https://blog.history.in.gov/mermaids-giant-turtles-and-wild-men-oh-my/#:~:text=In%20late%201839%2C%20a%20Pennsylvania,and%20very%20fond%20of%20water; https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Feral_child; https://www.washtimesherald.com/news/lifestyles/cryptids-of-indiana/article_9f017b3f-4500-58b6-b609-9b48f8ea803f.html; https://www.unsolvedcasebook.com/the-indiana-dunes-mystery; https://www.americanhauntingsink.com/young-women-lost --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/theplacesyg/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theplacesyg/support

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In our mailbag episodes, we answer questions from listeners about traveling, hiking, public lands, outdoor gear, and whatever else is on their minds. In this episode, we answer questions about Wrangell St. Elias National Park in Alaska, Indiana Dunes National Park in Indiana, and Great Basin National Park in Nevada. We also talk about some of the travel-related non-fiction books that have inspired us to travel. And more!   Subscribe to The Dear Bob and Sue Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you like to listen, and if you've enjoyed our show, please leave us a review or rating on Apple Podcasts. Five-star ratings help other listeners find our show.   Follow us on Instagram at @mattandkarensmith, on Twitter at @mattandkaren, on Facebook at dearbobands, or check out our blog at www.mattandkaren.com.   To advertise on The Dear Bob and Sue Podcast, email us at mattandkarensmith@gmail.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today: Steve Smitherman, president of CareSource Indiana, is on "Regionally Speaking" to talk about the Dec. 15 deadline for the healthcare open-enrollment period. He addresses the ways that Hoosiers can get the coverage they need for 2022. "Times" business reporter Joseph Pete talks about the stories he's recently put out in print and online, including news of a very noisy explosion at Cleveland-Cliffs Burns Harbor (but, luckily, resulted in no injuries and little damage), a lawsuit over a local school district COVID-19 mask policy and the latest on always-shifting "Mount Baldy" at the Indiana Dunes National Park.

We had lived in Michigan our entire lives through January 2019, when we went full-time and started the RV lifestyle. In this episode, we talk about everything you need to know about the West side of Michigan and Indiana Dunes National Park. Shownotes: https://thefaiolas.com/18

On the southern end of Lake Michigan, Indiana Dunes National Park has seen the water levels rise five feet since 2014, hastened by human-made structures and an increase in storms brought on by climate change. Higher water marks mean more erosion to the sand dunes that have run through the area for thousands of years. Zachary Green reports on how the park is adapting to the new normal. The story is part of our ongoing series on climate change, Peril & Promise. PBS NewsHour is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

In this episode, I share some highlights from the first 15 episodes of Podcast WonderFULL, including the beautiful work two social impact non-profit organizations: The No Limits Cafe and Concepts for Adaptive Learning as well as some stories from the road and taking in the beauty of my first national park: Indiana Dunes National Park.  We're hitting the pause on new episodes for the month of September (next new episode will be October 6th), so in the meantime, feel free to re-listen or catch episodes 1-15! We've got a lot in the works: connecting with social impact organizations and getting ready to visit more national parks, so stay tuned for more new content!  And enjoy my favorite month of September, wherever you are! There's always something wonderFULL and beautiful! If you'd like to learn more about the social impact organizations mentioned in this episode, here are the links to their websites: No Limits Cafe: https://www.nolimitscafe.org CfAL: https://www.cfalct.org To learn more about Project WonderFULL and how you can become a part of the community coming along on this journey and making social impact: https://www.projectwonderfull.com Or, head on over to: https://www.patreon.com/projectwonderfull

Kathryn Hahn is here!! Susie and Beks attempt to discuss Season 4, Episode 17 of Parks and Rec, but mostly just discuss their love of Kathryn Hahn.This week's National Park - THE LAST NATIONAL PARK - is Indiana Dunes National ParkFollow us here:Twitter: @pawnee_commonsInstagram: pawneecommonspodFacebook: The Pawnee CommonsProducer: Andy MeyerIntro and Outro Music:Life of Riley by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3976-life-of-rileyLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Links:https://www.nps.gov/indu/index.htmhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Indiana_Dunes_National_Parkhttps://www.nps.gov/indu/planyourvisit/bark-rangers.htmhttps://www.nps.gov/indu/planyourvisit/beachconditions.htmhttps://www.nps.gov/indu/learn/nature/animals.htmhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/History_of_the_Indiana_Duneshttps://www.nps.gov/indu/learn/news/upload/Singing-Sands-2021-22-Web-508e5.pdfhttps://www.nps.gov/indu/learn/historyculture/index.htmhttps://www.nps.gov/indu/learn/nature/index.htm

Subscribe to the podcast!https://podfollow.com/everythingeverywhere/ One of the saddest things in the modern world is that with all of our technology, and with all of the information in the world at our fingertips, there are more people today who think the Earth is flat than there were 20 years ago.  While most people don't subscribe to this, thankfully, most people have never really given the idea much thought. They know the Earth is round, but they can't really articulate why. Thankfully, I'm here to help. Learn 10 reasons how you can prove to yourself that the Earth is a sphere on this episode of Everything Everywhere Daily. The Image of the Chicago Skyline as taken from Indiana Dunes National Park https://travelphotos.everything-everywhere.com/North-America/Indiana/Indiana-Dunes-National-Park-2019/i-Rf7Sm6R/A Sign up for the Travel Photography Academy: http://TravelPhotographyAcademy.com   -------------------------------- Associate Producer Thor Thomsen   Become a supporter on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/everythingeverywhere   Discord Server: https://discord.gg/UkRUJFh   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/everythingeverywhere/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/everywheretrip Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/EEDailyPodcast/ Website: https://everything-everywhere.com/everything-everywhere-daily-podcast/

In this episode, you'll come along on my journey through Indiana Dunes National Park… which was so much more than dunes, beach, water and sand; this best kept secret through Miller Woods almost felt like something from a fairy tale.  You'll on-location recordings as I hiked the dunes and through the woods in the pouring rain.  It was definitely worth it, and is a place I definitely want to go back to!  To learn more about Project WonderFULL, visit my website: https://www.projectwonderfull.com Also, to learn more about Project WonderFULL's Patreon, head on over to: https://www.patreon.com/projectwonderfull

Upland forest and emergent wetland ecotone (with a couple of trains) named after Henry Chandler Cowles.

The Fungi Involved with Devil's Stovepipes at Mt. Baldy, Indiana Dunes National Park Peter Avis, PhD from University of Maine In 2013, a young boy fell in a hole at Mt. Baldy. Fortunately, he survived and the pursuit to understand the formation of these holes (aka Devil's Stovepipes) ensued. This presentation will cover an overview of the research colleagues and I have conducted to understand the role of fungi in the formation of these holes. The whole story is about the decomposition of wood conducted by fungi! Peter Avis, PhD recently moved to accept a position at the University of Maine. He formerly was at Indiana University Northwestfrom 2007 until 2020 and prior to that he had a post doctoral position with Greg Mueller at the Field Museum. His PhD is from Minnesota where he worked with Dave McLauglin, Ris Charvat and Trice Morrow. His research falls into three general categories: Fungal ecology and evolution, molecular methodology for the study of fungi, and ecological restoration monitoring. Recorded via Zoom on May 3, 2021 IllinoisMyco.org

Today: We revisit our conversation with Bill Hanna, the new executive director of the Dean and Barbara White Foundation. Reporter Michael Puente has a report on the new Gary casino that opened for business on Friday and the impact that a new Chicago casino, if it opens, could have on the city of Gary's fortunes. We talk to Michael Jackson's second-grade music teacher who recognized the innate talent that he had, even at that early age. And Lorelei Weimer with Indiana Dunes Tourism and Indiana Landmarks regional field office director Brad Miller talk about some upcoming events. Brad talks about the May 22nd "Logs to Lustrons" 2021 virtual talk. Two couples share their experiences revitalizing two homes in Indiana Dunes National Park: one of them, a 19th Century log home and the other, a post-World War II steel Lustron home.

Ian Chadwick joined us online all the way from California, where he works as a ranger in Joshua Tree National Park.  Before that Ian lived in Chicago and worked as nature educator in different places. He shares his own story of why he grew to love nature, why he thinks it's important to connect with it even if you live in the city, and why we should protect our natural environment. He recommends Every Kid Outdoors, a program through the National Parks to give free passes or checking out your local park district. And for those of us living in and around Chicago, Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum, Garfield Park Conservatory, Lincoln Park Zoo (especially the African Penguins), North Park Village Nature Center, and the nearby Indiana Dunes National Park. Nature is one of producer Mark's favorite things and he produced this episode with Joel, Al, and Elvis, Edward, and Justus. On season 6 of Power Your Story, our theme is "My Favorite Things."  *** http://www.PowerYourStoryPodcast.com Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/poweryourstorypodcast Instagram: @PowerYourStoryPodcast YouTube: After School Matters - Power Your Story Podcast *** Power Your Story is produced by students at Ray Graham Training Center High School in Chicago. We represent diverse voices, telling our real life stories through the power of podcasting technology. Each season features a new group of student producers under the mentorship of producer, Andrea Klunder of The Creative Impostor Studios, creating personal journals, interviews, and educational pieces about the topics that matter most to us. Season 6 is produced by Alfred, Aliyah, Brandon, Carlos, Christobel, D'Vonte, Edward, Elvis, Justus, Joel, Juan, Keyanna, Mark, Mekhi, and Zamire. Our theme music is by DJ Sparkz.

Today: The president-elect of Indiana University, Pamela Whitten, is on "Regionally Speaking," as she visits regional campuses like Indiana University Northwest ahead of officially taking over for the retiring Michael McRobbie this summer. We speak with Kristi Carney, director of behavioral health at CareSource Indiana about the organizations work with Hoosier’s suffering from substance abuse disorders and the impact of COVID-19 on them. Hoosier Environmental Council executive director Jesse Kharbanda is also on the program to talk about the bills the HEC's been closely watching that did -- and didn't -- pass through the 2021 General Assembly session. And Lakeshore Public Radio's Sharon Jackson has a conversation with Indiana Dunes National Park spokesman Bruce Rowe about the latest issues about Mount Baldy, the giant dune that swallowed a young boy a few years ago (he made it out all right) but is moving closer to a well-used parking lot.

On this edition of the podcast you’ll hear the latest on plans of a reroute of the Calumet Trail to showcase the Indiana Dunes National Park, the 2021 legislative session ended with a surprisingly bipartisan approval of the budget , and Chris Nolte has a conversation with Indiana State Senator Eddie Melton as he shares his reaction to the verdict in the Derek Chauvin trial …All of that, and more, on this edition of “Lakeshore Update”…

Bruce Rowe is the public information officer of the Indiana Dunes National Park, and he joins Steve Bertrand on Chicago’s Afternoon News to explain why Mt. Baldy is the largest “living” dune in the park. Follow Your Favorite Chicago’s Afternoon News Personalities on Twitter:Follow @SteveBertrand Follow @kpowell720 Follow @maryvandeveldeFollow @LaurenLapka

Did you know that the birthplace of ecology is Indiana? It’s true! The science of ecology was first described in good old Indiana—thanks in part to the spectacular forested sand dunes along the southern shore of Lake Michigan. In 2019, Indiana Dunes became the 61st national park. In this installment of BirdSense, Kelly Ball, advertising sales director at Bird Watcher’s Digest, discusses this gem and its 15,000 acres of birding turf with Brad Bumgardner, executive director of Indiana Audubon, and Indiana Dunes National Park superintendent Paul Labovitz. In 2014, Paul posed the fateful question, “Why don’t we put on an event for birding?” In 2015, the Indiana Dunes Birding Festival was born! This year’s event, May 13–16, will be a hybrid of in-person and virtual options. If you are interested in potentially getting 200 bird species in four days, check out this episode! Sponsored by the Indiana Dunes Birding Festival. Did you know? Redstart Birding will be the optics retail sponsor for the 2021 Indiana Dunes Birding Festival. Attendees will be eligible for a one-time 5% discount on a purchase, PLUS Redstart Birding will donate 5% back to Indiana Dunes Birding Festival Stewardship Fund on all purchases made during the event.

Dead ash stand on a windy day with creaky trees, sandhill cranes, and crows.

Olivia talks with her good friend Casey about Indiana Dunes National Park and the power of interpretation.

In 1966, Ann Miller, Patricia Blough, and Renee Bruhl went out to the beach for 4th of July festivities and never made it back home. Learn about the skeletons in their closet and decide for yourself what happened to the girls in the Indiana Dunes National Park. Sources: Chicago Tribune Ice Station Poetry NY Daily News

Located 3 hours north of Indianapolis, IN, Indiana Dunes is a park with an amazing background and so many ecosystems to explore! From a beach day in the summer to leaf peeping in the fall and bird watching in the spring, there is something for everyone at this park. Adventure is calling you, safe travels! Instagram: @teachers_turned_skooliesGoFundMe: Teachers Turned Skoolies: The Year of TravelVenmo/PayPal: teachersturnedskoolies@gmail.comEmail: teachersturnedskoolies@gmail.comWebsite: www.teachersturnedskoolies.comSupport the show (http://www.gofundme.com/teachersturnedskoolies)

This week: A group of scientists say a family of thousands of persistent and potentially toxic chemicals known as PFAS should be treated as a single chemical class to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of efforts to reduce their harm to human health and the environment, and the EPA wants to know what you think about a plan to cleanup the site of a former coal ash landfill threatening the Indiana Dunes National Park.

We're joined this week by Costa Dillon, a National Park Service veteran who ended his long career as superintendent of Indiana Dunes National Park, to discuss a novel management decision in Thailand to close that country’s national parks every year for two months to give wildlife a break from humans. Would such a move be good for America’s national parks? Lynn Riddick returns this week with a story about a roughly 1,200-mile extension to the Lewis and Clark National Historic Trail that runs from St. Louis to Pittsburgh.

Dan Martin, host of ASPN's NextGen Waterfronts Podcast, welcomes to the show, Paul Labovitz, who leads America's newest national park, the Indiana Dunes NP, which hugs 15 miles of the southern shore of Lake Michigan. Like everyone else these days, Paul and his team are adjusting to the pandemic and that is no easy task as antsy Americans look for ways to get outside and enjoy the natural world. Catch this insightful discussion with America's newest National Park Superintendent. Yup, only on ASPN.

On this edition of the podcast the you’ll the latest on U.S. Steel’s revised consent decree to ensure protections for Indiana Dunes National Park, the fetal remains found at an abortion doctors properties cannot be identified, Jeanie Lindsey reports on the hold off Gov. Eric Holcomb is taking on major statewide action on teacher pay raises until 2021and Chris Nolte has a conversation Tami Silverman, president and CEO of the Indiana Parenting Institute. All of that, and more, on this edition of “Lakeshore Update”…

We take a Podcast Road Trip to Northern Indiana and the shores of Lake Michigan to learn about Indiana Dunes National Park!  Our Tour Guide is Rafi Wilkinson, Park Ranger at Indiana Dunes National Park. Rafi explains the History, Geology, Wildlife, Activities, Special Events and so much more about one of the newest Parks in the National Park System. Join us on our Tour of Indiana Dunes with Rafi! You can learn more about Indiana Dunes at nps.gov/indu/index.htm.

This week on the Next Gen Waterfronts Podcast, Dan Martin is joined by Paul Labovitz, Superintendent of Indiana Dunes National Park, the newest national park in America, created just this year. Indiana Dunes is first national park in Indiana and was originally advanced by Stephen Mather, the first Administrator of the National Park Service appointed in 1917. Dan and Paul discuss the origins of the park, it's importance, threats to this unique area, and what the designation means to management of the shoreline.

It's week one of Randy Smythe's year long quest to visit all 61 US National Park.  In our first episode, we cover Indiana Dunes National Park in Indiana and Theodore Roosevelt National Park in North Dakota. We discuss how Randy Smythe and Kevin "Bubba" Harmon met and why they've stayed in touch for over 15 years.  We also learn the genesis of the idea for Randy to travel for a year and what Randy's multiple goals are during this trip, including tracing through the genealogy of his family. We discuss life on the road - what diet looks like, what Randy listens to on his long drives, and how Randy is financially able to undertake such a long journey. Come find the Travels With Randy Podcast on Facebook! Travels With Randy Podcast Want to sponsor the show?  bubba@travelswithrandy.com Want to donate and support the show? Travels With Randy Podcast On Patreon    

Brian and Jay bringing those complaints! This episode they hit:Sony says Spiderman is not in MCUIndianapolis Colts, Andrew LuckAntonio BrownTrump Wants to Buy GreenlandTrump Wants Jews to Vote RepublicanAnd they give their Special Fuck You's of the Week!http://troubled.buzzsprout.com/Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/troubled_cause)

Today, a weekly look at the local real estate market with Crain's Chicago Business residential real estate reporter Dennis Rodkin that includes a $45,000-per-month rental, the "Empire" mansion and a project to save historic beachfront homes in Indiana Dunes National Park. Plus: New details on where Chicago property taxes are about to soar, Mayor Lightfoot taps Mellody Hobson to run the World Business Chicago board, IlliniCare Health announces plans to improve access to mental health care, Chicago makes gains in higher ed spending and feds probe Trump Tower lender Deutsche Bank over money laundering. Find host @AmyGuth on Twitter and continue the conversation with hashtag #CrainsDailyGist.

In this week’s podcast, we introduce you to two of our RVing friends, Jeff and Deb Spencer, who live and work fulltime in their RV, traveling all across the country checking off their bucket list as they pursue their passion of endurance running and visiting new places. Now your passion may not be running 100 mile races and climbing mountaintops but I think you’ll enjoy our conversation because as Jeff and Deb say, you too live out your dream on the road. They’ll tell you how they did it and you can, too, coming up in our interview of the week. Also this week, RV news you need to know and the questions you want us to answer. Show Notes for Episode #242 May 15, 2019 of The RV Podcast: WHAT MIKE AND JENNIFER ARE UP TO THIS WEEK JENNIFER.  It's been a busy travel week for us as we traveled to Holland, MI to take in the spectacular Holland Tulip Festival. We saw hundreds of thousands of blooming tulips, watched parades, attended a huge street dance done in wooden shoes by more than 700 people and enjoyed Dutch food, entertainment and hospitality in Western Michigan. Look for a video on our RV Lifestyle You Tube Channel this coming Thursday.  MIKE This week, we are scheduled to travel to Elkhart, IN and the RV Capital of the World to learn about new advances in solar and battery energy management systems for RVs and maybe a factory tour or two. We also has a slew of RV-related products to test and review, including a new cell phone booster system made just for Class B and C RVs, a new rear view wireless camera and some RV cleaning products. Naturally, we'll do reviews on them all, letting you know if they are a hit or a miss. JENNIFER Also, you may have a question you’d like us to answer, or a comment on the things we’re discussing. If so, we invite you to leave us that question or comment on the special voicemail number we have for the podcast – it’s 586-372-6990.  If you are driving and can’t write it down right now, just go to the RV Lifestyle travel blog at rvlifestyle.com and scroll down the page. You’ll see that number prominently posted on the blog. RV LIFESTYLE NEWS OF THE WEEK MIKE Nation's newest national park to start accepting camping reservations this Wednesday Interested in checking out the nation's newest national park? Indiana Dunes National Park, on the shores of Lake Michigan, will open half the spots in its Dunewood campground for reservations this Wednesday. In past years, all 66 sites at Dunewood campground were available on a first-come, first-served, basis. Under the new system, 34 sites can be reserved up to six months in advance. The remaining 32 sites will remain first-come, first-served. The price is $25 per night. The campground is open April through October. JENNIFER Five new glamping spots open near Yosemite, one a loaded Airstream camper  Five new glamping spots have opened near Yosemite National Park permitting camping in a covered wagon ($279 per night), a loaded Airstream camper ($225 per night), an air conditioned  yurt ($145 a night) and more. While glamping is definitely a growing trend, I think at those prices, I'll stay with my camper van, thank you. MIKE Three men who illegally killed a mountain lion at Yellowstone banned from hunting anywhere in the world  Three men who illegally killed a mountain lion in Yellowstone National Park late last year were given their sentence recently in a federal court. Their punishment includes a three year worldwide ban from hunting, fishing  or trapping, and a fine, among other things. JENNIFER Kansas RV dealer fined $40,000 for selling salvaged RVs to unknowing buyers Central RV in Kansas agreed to pay $40,000 in fines and fees for selling salvage recreational vehicles without informing buyers. The charges came after a Kansas state attorney general investigation, and they show the importance of buying your used RV from a reputable dealer. For some tips on what you should know before buying a used RV,

If you missed the big news out of the National Park Service a few weeks ago, Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore was renamed Indiana Dunes National Park, making it the U.S.'s 61st national park. Of course, we have to talk about it. We share our thoughts, our experiences at the park, and clips from an interview we recently conducted with Kailey Capuano of Indiana Dunes Tourism. Enjoy the show! Music: http://bensound.com

Surely if you listen to this podcast you've heard the news — America now boasts 61 National Parks. Buried within a massive spending bill protecting public lands signed by the President on February 15, 2019, was a provision that simply stated: Public Law 89-761 is amended by striking National Lakeshore each place it appears and replacing it with National Park. Today's episode—the new Indiana Dunes National Park. Like Joshua Tree, and Wind Cave, and Petrified Forest, Indiana Dunes National Park is much more than the singular characteristic it's named after. It features more than 1,100 native plants ranking it fourth in plant diversity among all National Park Service sites. It's full of mysterious wetlands, bright prairies, wandering rivers and tranquil forests. You can play on the massive sand dunes, but you can also harvest maple sugar from the park's historic farm.One of the most unique features of Indiana Dunes National Park has little to do with nature at all. It's a set of 5 houses with an interesting past.

What do Roadtrek owners do for warranty work and parts now that the company has shut down? The biggest scandal to envelop the RV Industry continues to dominate the RV news this week, namely the sudden shut down if the Roadtrek and Hymer factories in Ontario and the immediate termination of more than 850 workers. Nobody saw that coming, especially the revelation that the company is insolvent, $300 million hopelessly in debt because of years of management exaggerating or intentionally overstating profitability. The news has left tens of thousands of Roadtrek owners wondering what will happen to their warranties, what do they do about parts and repairs? We will offer some expert advice from our friend Nick Schmidt of Sunshine State RVs, who is stepping up to help with those issues. Plus, news, tips and another fun off the beaten path report from the Burketts. WHAT MIKE AND JENNIFER ARE UP TO THIS WEEK MIKE This episode of the podcast finds Jennifer and me in Florida for a couple of weeks before making our way west along the Gulf states. JENNIFER If you happen to be anywhere near the Florida panhandle this coming weekend, Mike and I (and Bo) will be having a Meet and Greet Sunday, Feb. 24, from 2-5 PM on the Gulf Islands National Seashore in the second parking area west of the Navarre Beach bridge. That is inside the National Seashore boundary and is known as Beach Access #2 MIKE Bring some beach chairs and we can all hang out for the afternoon, tour each other’s' rigs and maybe find a local restaurant to eat dinner. We'd love to see you and show you the Leisure Travel Vans Wonder RTB we are test driving for the next few weeks. We’ll try and do more if these in our travels as we visit other parts of North America. RV NEWS OF THE WEEK Mike Roadtrek's parent company terminates 900 employees, shuts doors Erwin Hymer North America, the maker of Roadtrek, terminated 900 employees, closed its doors, and filed for receivership Friday. The devastating move came after financial irregularities were discovered in January.  JENNIFER America now has 61 National Parks  The spending bill that President Donald Trump signed last Friday included a provision to change the name of Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore to Indiana Dunes National Park immediately. That brings the number of national parks from 60 to 61. The area is comprised of about 15,000 acres of woodlands, prairies, savannas, bogs, wetlands and the sand dunes. Its beaches run along about 15 miles of the Lake Michigan shoreline. MIKE Oregon state parks break camping records in 2018; higher fees coming  Oregon state parks set a new record in the number of campers using its state parks in 2018. As a result, the state is piloting a program in 2019 that will raise camping fees at its most popular parks, lowering them at the less popular ones. JENNIFER Joshua Tree National Park particularly hard it after tallying damage, lost revenue from federal shutdown   It may be several weeks since the federal government opened after the longest shut down in its history, yet the damage to its national parks is still being felt. California's Joshua Tree National Park was particularly hard hit, with a report out showing $1 million lost in visitor fees, some 120 illegal campsites, and 24 miles of vehicle tracks left where driving is prohibited, among other things.  This part of the podcast is brought to you by RadPower Bikes,an electric bike manufacturer offering direct to consumer pricing on powerful premium electric bikes. Now with free shipping  LISTENER QUESTIONS OF THE WEEK We hear more about why owners love their particular RV… another listener shares a newbe mistake… Mike is asked about ham radio in an RV…and a listener suggests a story from the point of view of someone who delivers RVs to dealerships for the manufacturers. Do you have a comment or question? Just call 1-586-372-6990 and leave us a voice message. RV INTERVIEW OF THE WEEK

The That's So Region panel talks about the the Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore becoming the Indiana Dunes National Park, Portage Mayor James Snyder getting convicted of two felonies and the Region's long history of political corruption, and the return of the Region holiday 219 Day. To hear more That's So Region podcasts, subscribe on iTunes or SoundCloud. Follow Joseph S. Pete on Twitter at @nwi_jsp, Dan Riordan at @DRiordanNWI and Laura Lane at @nwi_lauralane. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.