The Hoosier Outdoor Experience is now officially over. The weekend, no doubt, was a success. Not because the busses ran on schedule or the weather turned out great, but because you were there. The Experience was all about providing you with these experiences you have always wanted to try. With these new outdoor skills and [...]
Archive for September, 2009
So long from the Hoosier Outdoor Experience
Posted in Uncategorized on September 28, 2009 | 3 Comments »
Biking like a rookie
Posted in Uncategorized on September 27, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
If there is one thing I know how to do well, that would be mountain biking. After all I have been riding a bike for a couple decades. I gave it a shot today and mounted one of these familiar contraptions and made my way around the obstacle course. I made my way through all [...]
Canoeing like an expert
Posted in Uncategorized on September 27, 2009 | 1 Comment »
I don’t consider myself an expert paddler by any means. But, I got out on the Fall Creek with my paddle and canoe ready to go, and go we went. At the Hoosier Outdoor Experience, fans have a chance to kayak or canoe, and the tour guides are staff from DNR’s division of Outdoor Recreation. Going out [...]
On the Money
Posted in Uncategorized on September 27, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
My first stop today was to the shotgun range. This is one of the most popular attractions at the Hoosier Outdoor Experience. For good reason, you can shoot a real 20-gauge shotgun. It all begins with a quick tutorial on the weapon with a volunteer at the shooting station. Then when it comes time to [...]
Fun-filled day at Ft. Harrison
Posted in Uncategorized on September 26, 2009 | 3 Comments »
With so many activities taking place it is hard to not mention them all. For the more adventourous types, DNR’s division of Outdoor Recreation has two very popular and thrilling activities, mountain biking and kayaking. The mountain biking course set up is incredible. It consists of obstacles even an expert would be scared of. (end [...]
Experience the Experience
Posted in Uncategorized on September 26, 2009 | 1 Comment »
When you think of the DNR you think fishing, camping, hunting, etc. There is a lot more. At the Hoosier Outdoor Experience you’ll get a taste of the traditional sports, but you’ll also get to try some new activities as well. Some of those activities to try this weekend include, geocaching, mountain biking, bowfishing and [...]
Bullseye
Posted in Uncategorized on September 25, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
Bullseye is not something I heard often on the archery range. Positioned not too far from the target, the third graders were paired up with an expert archer to guide them along. Many of the kids needed a few chances before they started to get the hang of it. There were a lot of arrows [...]
Fishin’ for fun
Posted in Uncategorized on September 25, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
If there is one good thing about rainy weather, it’s that fish like the rain. Since fish like the rain so do anglers. If you haven’t been to the lake at Fort Harrison, (I haven’t until today) it’s is a good size lake with plenty of areas for the kids to fish. Some of the [...]
Kids are out at the Hoosier Outdoor Experience
Posted in Uncategorized on September 25, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
The first annual Hoosier Outdoor experience has officially kicked off. Friday thousands of third graders have made their way to Fort Harrison State Park in Indianapolis. The third graders come from city schools and don’t have many chances to come and experience nature right in the heart of Indianapolis. So far the kids are having [...]
The Experience kicks off, rain or shine
Posted in Uncategorized on September 25, 2009 | 2 Comments »
Staff have been busy preparing for today. We’re expecting thousands of children from schools around the state to participate in our Education Day. Tomorrow and Sunday the event opens to the general public, rain or shine.
