June is Indiana Coastal Awareness Month. The month gives Hoosiers the chance to learn more about protecting and preserving our natural resources while celebrating the splendor of Lake Michigan. Each year Gary hosts its Annual Clean Water Celebration activity in recognition of Lake Michigan Coastal Awareness Month. We encourage the public to get outside and come join us in Celebrating Our Coast on Saturday, June 30, 2012, in the beautiful Marquette Park.
Saturday, June 30, 2012 at Marquette Park – 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. – Free to the Public
- Canoe Training
- Paddle Boats
- Kayaking
- Beach Safety
- Fishing Education
- Water Quality Assessment
- Presentations – Information Booths
- Fitness in the Park – Games
- Creative Arts
- Face Painting
- Rain Barrels & Trash Receptacles Raffle
- Refreshments
Come Join Us Celebrate Our Coast!!
Clean Water…Life Essential
Gary Storm Water Management District & Water Quality Partners:
Water Quality Planning Committee: City of Gary Department of Green Urbanism, Parks Department and Mayor’s Organization on Disabilities, Gary Sanitary District, Indiana American Water, L.C. Soil & Water Conservation District, Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore, and NWI Paddling Association.