Not every teen is taking the summer off to hang out at the beach. Members of the Gary Green Team are working hard to improve the potential of their neighborhood including Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore. Green Team members are part of Ground Work...
Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore
July and August Programs at National Lakeshore
The following programs are being offered at Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore for the rest of this summer. Please see the individual program descriptions listed below. For more information on any of the programs at the national lakeshore, contact Ryan...
NRDC Report Confirms that Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore has Region’s Cleanest Beaches
The National Resources Defense Council’s (NRDC) recently released Testing the Waters 2011 Report shows that Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore beaches are rarely affect by pollution and are among the cleanest beaches in Indiana. Two Indiana Dunes...
July Workshops to Nurture Young Science Educators
The National Park Service in partnership with the Dunes Learning Center is offering a series of educator workshops, “Nurturing Young Scientists,” July 18 – 22, at Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore. The workshops are designed to introduce both...
National Park Service Seeks Public Comment on Cowles Bog Project
The National Park Service is preparing an Environmental Assessment for a restoration project at Cowles Bog Wetland Complex located within Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore. The NPS is seeking public input on the proposed project and will hold a public...
Fireworks Prohibited at Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore
As we approach the July 4 holiday, the National Park Service reminds the public that fireworks of any kind are prohibited in all areas of Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore. This includes West Beach, the Portage Lakefront and Riverwalk, and all areas...
Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore Superintendent Holds Annual Meetings
There is always something happening at Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore. If you would like to find out more about the park, or let the National Park Service know what you think, you are invited to attend one of the Open Forums with the...
Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore Superintendent Receives Meritorious Service Award
Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore superintendent, Costa Dillon, has been awarded the Meritorious Service Award of the Department of the Interior. The presentation was made by National Park Service Deputy Director Mickey Fearn. Mr. Dillon received the...
Douglas Center’s Silver Celebration at National Lakeshore
Join in the festivities at Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore for the Silver Celebration of the Paul H. Douglas Center for Environmental Education on June 25th from 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. This free, family-friendly event celebrates both the 25th...