Category Archives: Winter Sports

Deep River Park Ice Skating
Deep River Ice Skating is a 14,500 square foot ice plaza with food and beverage locations, heated indoor bathrooms, a Birthday Party room, and a U.S. 30 Surf Shop. Group Sales and Season Pass offices are available. Plus, the Plaza will be decorated with festive seasonal lighting. Closed Mon – Wed. Skate rentals…

3 Reasons To Go on a Winter Camping Trip This Year
Does your camping gear tend to spend the winter packed away? Many people go on vacation in the summertime, but cold weather shouldn’t prevent you from doing the things you love. There are many joys to winter camping you shouldn’t miss. Whether you’re a cold-weather junkie or you just want to mix things up this…

3 Safety Tips for Outdoor Fun This Winter
Does your family take annual ski trips? Do you like to hit up the sledding hills or build a magnificent snowman after the first big snow of the season? What about winter hikes or runs through the neighborhood? No matter how you like to spend your time outside, winter is full of opportunities. However, you…

Essential Work Out Equipment for Cold Weather
As the days get colder and the nights get longer, getting outside and working out can seem like a Herculean task. Only the most dedicated of us can still tie up their running shoes and hit the pavement or gym. If you are going to do any sort of workout outside, you’re going to need…

Things To Do In Valparaiso
Central Plaza – Downtown Valparaiso The newest of Valparaiso’s Parks venue, Central Plaza is located in downtown Valparaiso and offers plenty of space for weddings, group services, special events, entertainment needs and much more Continue Reading . . . Front Porch Music Front Porch Music hosts several concerts a year, usually on Saturday nights at…

Mascot Hall of Fame Announces the 2020 Inductees at the Fur-Tie Fundraiser
by Gayle Faulkner Kosalko, Who were the winners at the Mascot Hall of Fame?….anyone that joined in the fun for the Annual Fur-tie Fundraiser in December because that’s when the 2020 new Mascots Inductees to join the MHOF were announced. Each year, four inductees from the 4 major United States professional sports leagues…

Crown Point Opens New Skating Venue at Bulldog Park
The City of Crown Point, Parks and Special Events Departments are excited to announce that Bulldog Park will be opening to the public for ice skating! The ribbon cutting took place at Saturday, December 22nd prior to open skating at 6pm. Concessions will be available with plenty of hot chocolate and wintery treats. The…

Valpo Ice Rink Offers Extended Holiday Hours
Valpo Parks ice rink will be offering extended holiday hours beginning at 12 noon, Thursday, December 20, 2018. Skate admission is $5 per person and skate rental is $4. All ages and abilities are welcome. Skate aids, ADA skate sled, lockers, skate sharpening and concessions available. Free helmet rental also available courtesy of Centier…

Duneland Ski Club is Looking for Skiers & Snowboarders
Duneland Ski Club is looking for a few good skiers and snowboarders. Half-priced memberships for new members will be offered on November 20th and 21st, 2021 at Pines Ski Area, 674 N. Meridian (South of Hwy 6). Special half-price memberships will be offered to new members only on those dates; regular single membership…

Football Superbowl Party Recipes from Blain’s Farm & Fleet
Football pre-season is underway, and that means tailgate parties! While you cheer for your favorite team, you need something delicious to snack on. If you’re tired of the same dips and wings at every tailgate party, look no further. Blain’s Farm & Fleet has put together some new recipes for you to try out this…