The Mail-Journal, Volume 21, Number 27, Milford, Kosciusko County, 18 July 1984 — Page 10
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THE MAIL-JOURNAL - Wed., July 18,1984
Summer
Special camps attract locals to Camp Crosley
Since 1921 Camp Crosliey, near North Webster, has provided summer memories for more than 64,000 young people on its 340 acres. Owned and operated by the Muncie Family YMCA, the camp is located on James Lake, also known as Little Tippecanoe. Camp Director Terry Jones says that traditionally most Crosely campers have come from Delaware County. In recent years, however, an increasing number of Kosciusko County residents are attending the youth camps, special camps and weekend workshops Camp Crosley offers. Two of the more popular special camps of late have been ones that concentrate on water skiing and computers. The water ski camps are for boys and girls ages 8 to 15. and are designed for skiiers of any ability level. The week-long program involves viewing films and reading printed information about skiing, as well as two or three sessions per day on the water. Each skier is also video taped. This allows skiers to see themselves more objectively, and make corrections in their technique. Jan Carr, winner of 20 state water skiing titles, is the head instructor for the water ski camps She holds a master’s degree in physical education, and has coached two national champions. While the water ski camps ex ercise the body, the computer camps provide work-outs for the brain The week-long camps are offered for children ages; 8 to 15, and the weekend workshops are for adults and families. The computer-to-student ratio is one to one. allowing students ample
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F I KICKING AT CROSLEY' 1 — In addition to a cavities such as sailing, horseback riding and marksmanship, which may be new to some, kids at YMCA Camp Crosley participate in familiar sports such as swimming and soccer. These campers are attending one of the Summer Youth Camps, which are held for 7-15 year olds. (Photo by Randy Jacobs)
hands-on experience. Campers concentrate on learning basic, and are taught by qualified instructor. Youth who go to week-long computer camps participate in other camp activities, such as swimming, archery and crafts, when they are not in their computer classes. Another increasingly popular program, according to Jones, is the Adult Getaway Weekend, for people 18 and older. “People often ask me why we don’t have camp for adults," said Jones. "Well, we do.’’ The getaway weekend, which
begins on Aug. 24, is for single or married people, and includes activities such as team games, square dancing, canoe trips and a pig roast.
Lifetime fishing licenses available
If you’re a sportsman who would like to avoid the hassle of renewing your hunting and fishing licenses each year, you can purchase a license that will last a lifetime. Lifetime licenses not only afford hassle-free hunting and fishing, but provide a number of special privileges as well. The basic lifetime fishing license, which is equivalent to the current annual resident fishing license, is available for $l2O. Although this may seem like a large initial fee. you would pay more than this for 20 years of annual fishing licenses; they are currently $6. but will undoubtedly increase in price over the next two decades. And with a lifetime membership you receive some other advantages. For SIBO you can get the comprehensive fishing license. This contains all the benefits of the basic license plus the trout and salmon stamp. The basic hunting license is also $l2O, and the comprehensive hunting license is $360. The latter consists of all required hunting licenses and stamps. It does not, however, include a trapping license or the federal migratory bird hunting stamp. The lifetime comprehensive hunting and fishing license is available for $486. This license consists of all licenses and stamps contained in the current annual comprehensive hunting and fishing license. These lifetime licenses are available to all Indiana residents. They may be purchase as gifts for another person, provided all necessary information about that person is supplied. Special Privileges Each year, the Department of Natural Resources Division of Fish and Wildlife will produce an appropriate quantity of deer and turkey tags for each holder of a comprehensive hunting or a comprehensive hunting and fishing license. As a convenience for lifetime license holders?* the special tags will be automatically issued each year. When lifetime license holders who are eligible for deer or turkey tags receive their annual tags, they will also receive application cards for special hunts.
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Jones emphasized that although the camp is operated by the YMCA, both non-members and members are welcome to attend any of the programs.
If a lifetime license holder moves out of state, his or her license will always be honored in Indiana, regardless of future residency. If a lifetime license is lost, stolen or destroyed; the division will issue a replacement license. An affidavit swearing to the loss, as well as a modest service fee, may be required. A lifetime license holder may trade in his or her license toward the purchase of a lifetime license of higher value. The cost of lifetime licenses will increase accordingly if annual license fees increase. However, once a comprehensive license is purchased, all newly established licenses and stamps will be covered by the lifetime license. Lifetime licenses are sold only from the Division of Fish and Wildlife Central Office, 607 State Office Building, Indianapolis, Ind., 46204. An applications form for may be obtained by visiting the office in person or writing to the above address. Fishing Report Mid-July's hot weather has slowed fishing activity throughout Northeast Indiana. Surface water temperatures on many area lakes are now approaching 80 degrees. However, expect catfish activity to pick up. Some channel catfish are being taken at Bixler Lake in Kendalville and at Knapp Lake west of Wolf Lake in Noble County. The hotter the water gets, the hotter catfishing is. Bluegills continue to bite on crickets at Adams Lake in LaGrange County. Look for them in four to six feet of water. Reports have also been received of northern pike catches in the Angola area of Steuben County. Pike have been taken at Golden and Hogback Lake on minnows. Hay fever If you’re one of the estimated 18 million Americans who suffer from hay fever, June is the only time of year when there are three separate alergens in the air-tree pollen, grass pollen and mold spores, says Dr. Raymond Slavin of the St. Louis University School of Medicine.
MAKE THE BEST BETTER — John Lawrence, Elkhart County Fair Board president, offers the following welcome to all fairgoers: “This year’s Elkhart County 4-H Fair promises to make the best better. We are committed to give 4-H the most exposure possible through fair exhibits and activities. We provide various interests during this nine-day occasion to appeal to everyone. As a result, everyone has the opportunity to share in the Fun Fair and be a part of the valuable process that is taking place in 4-H. “The process is growth, maturity and development of our young people. These people hold the future of our community. Join me in supporting 4-H and enjoying the 1984 4-H fair, Elkhart County’s Lucky Clover.”
Tourism up in June "Visits to Indiana’s many tourism attractions were up substantially in June over the same period a year ago,” announced Lt. Governor John Mutz, director of the Indiana Department of Commerce. According to Mutz, Commerce’s Tourism Division conducted a telephone survey of the state’s largest tourism attractions to determine attendance levels for June? “Children are often still in school in June, so it has not historically been our best tourism month,” Mutz stated. “We think that July and August attendance will reach record levels, assuming the June trend upward continues,” Mutz added. Although it is likely that some Indiana attractions are not experiencing record attendance, overall, it appears that June provided an average attendance increase in the private sector of about 18 percent. State parks have reported similar attendance as the record pace attained during June 1983. Mutz believes the increase in tourism can be in part attributed to the “Wander Indiana” television commercials aired out-of-state. Commercial spots were televised in the month of June in Chicago and ChampaignSpringfield, Ill.; Detroit, Grand Rapids and Lansing, Mich.; Cleveland, Cincinnati, Dayton, and Toledo, Ohio: and Louisville, Ky. The commercial also ran on TV stations in Evansville, Fort Wayne, South Bend, and Terre Haute, all of which broadcast to parts of surrounding states. “Hoosiers experienced some abnormally hot weather in the summer of* ’B3 which adversely affected many Indiana attractions. As long as the weather 'cooperates and trends continue, the summer of 1984 could possibly be a banner year for Indiana attractions,” Mutz concluded. Fishing Question What is Northeast Indiana’s biggest fish? By weight, the largest fish found in Northeast Indiana is the buffalo, a carp-like fish present in the Tippecanoe River watershed. The current state record buffalo was caught in 1983 at Pike Lake in Warsaw and weighed 484 pounds. By length, the largest fish in Northeast Indiana is the longnose gar. Although the longest gar ever taken is not known, some gar exceeding 50 inches long have been caught.
Flotilla winners listed
A large number of crafts were entered in the Flotilla on Lake Wawasee Sunday, July 8. Twenty-three entries were recorded and judged during the four-hour parade. Commodore Bill Beemer said it was the, “ largest Flotilla in the last 10 years.” The coveted Commodore award went to the entry from Sea Everything is ready for fair By DEB PATTERSON Staff Writer Time is running out and the majority of the Elkhart County Fair Board Directors reported everything is ready to go during their meeting Wednesday, July 11. Directors will be meeting again on Wednesday evening, July 18. A concern was aired and resolved concerning a possible problem of vehicles exiting the grounds in the area where a fence was removed along CR 34. The decision was made to install two strands of smooth wire for the duration of the fair. On Kids’ Day there will be two Ronald McDonald Shows in the activities tent, 10:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. One hour prior to each show there will be a registration to win one of the four bicycles available. In addition to Ronald McDonald, other mascots visiting the fair include Winnie The Pooh, Tigger, Tiny Truth, Sunny The News Hound. Good and bad news was given the board concerning the Indiana Sire Stakes Race. Lt. Governor John Mutz had prior commitments and will not be attending. Some of the top two-year-olds on the Indiana circuit will be racing on Saturday and throughout the week. More entrants are needed for the talent showcase on Family Day and director’s were asked to help on encouraging any families with talent to sign up. The registration deadline is July 20. The campground area is filled and four tons of pork chops and 200 hams have been ordered by the county pork producers for the pork chop tent. The exhibit buildings will be open daily 11 a.m. to 11 p.m., Sunday, 12 noon to 11 p.m. and Saturday, July 28,11 a.m. to 9 p.m. The 4-H exhibit buildings will be open from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily, and Sunday, 2-10 p.m. The frog jumping contest and pedal power pull will take place near the horseshoe pitching area, where bleachers have been set up. This area is at Ash Street and Geranium Lane, next to Port-A-Pit. Salem Bank and Trust will be issuing a statement of a savings account in the amount of the purchase to each 4-H livestock member who has an animal purchased by the bank. Five bands will be participating in the parade this year, North Wood, Fairfield, Goshen, Concord Alumni, and the Shrine Band from Hammond. All floats have persons riding on them are to be in line at 12:30 and persons riding to be on the float at 1:15 p.m. The Home and Family Arts Building will have an open house on Thursday, July 19, at 7:30 p.m. Best of show winners and homemakers of the year will be announced as well as a fashion show and viewing of exhibits. It was announced there will be 20 schools participating in the cheerleading contest at the activities tent and the 4-H leader of the day will be recognized in a display at the end of Rotary Drive.
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Nymph, entitled, “Yellow Brick Road.” For the victory, Sea Nymph received the traveling trophy and SSOO. The Earl Money award went to a group of Millersburg Restaurant personnel. Entitled, “Chattanooga Choo-Choo,” the Millersburg entry chugged its way around the largest natural lake in Indiana. The Earl Money award is an honor given in rememberence of the late conservation officer Earl Money of Syracuse. Other Winners Other winners are as follows: COMMERCIAL (Retail stores) — Chattannoga Choo-Choo enterted by Millersburg Restaurant, Wawasee Waltz entered by State Bank of Syracuse, and We’ve Only Just Begun by Green Construction, Syracuse. INDUSTRIAL (Manufacturers) — No entries. INSTITUTIONAL (Schools, churches, service clubs and
Family Day is new
There’s a new day at the fair this year. Family Day will be on Saturday, July 28, and the Elkhart County Fair Board is encouraging families to attend the day together and participate in the activities. Tim Yoder, Goshen, was asked to coordinate events for this day. The 4-H exhibits will still be on display and the livestock exhibitors have been asked to leave their animals on this final day of activities. It will be the second wristband day in which the purchase of a wristband will take people on all the rides they want all day and evening. From 12 noon until 4 p.m. street entertainers will be performing in the area of Young McDonald’s farm. Included will be a soloist, a four-piece brass band, a barbershop quartet and possibly a magician and a bluegrass band. Each group will be performing every 15 minutes.
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veteran groups) — Elks Paddle Wheel, Elkhart Elks Club; Flapper, Oakwood Park; and Color Guard, Syracuse VFW Post 1342. RESIDENTIAL (Families not sponsored by commercial enterprise)British Invasion, Dan List family, Syracuse; Tea For Two, Mike Kiley family, Lake Wawasee and Marion; and Yellow Submarine, Winter-Price families, Lake Wawasee. YOUTH (Not over 18) — BeBop, Roeder Kids, Lake Wawasee; Tropical Blend — Beach Girls, Willow Grove, Lake Wawasee; Yellow Submarine, Cobbum kids, Lake Wawasee. CLASSIC AND ANTIQUE BOATS — Helen Hetler’s 1938 Gar Wood, Syracuse; Dave Coppes’s 1942 Chris Craft, Lake Wawasee; and Charlie Penn’s 1941 Chris Craft, Syracuse. Each first place winner received a trophy and check for SIOO. Second place finisher received a trophy and $75, while third place contestants won $25 and a trophy.
At 3:30 p.m. in the activities tent there will be an Elkhart County Family Talent Showcase. This will not be a contest but an opportunity for families with talent to show it off. Any type of family entertainment is wanted, so if you, your aunt, a cousin, grandfather, sister-in-law or others in your family, sing, play musical instruments, have a comedy act or any other type of talent plan to attend and participate. Since it isn’t a contest, no prizes will be given, however each participant will be given a choice of state fair tickets and parking tickets for this year’s fair or free admission and parking to the 1985 Elkhart County Fair. This will be given in appreciation for helping make the first family day a success. To register for the Elkhart County Family Talent Showcase contact Tim Yoder at 533-7971 or the Elkhart County Fair Office before July 20.