The operator of the Bass Lake Beach is being asked to make some improvements to the beach house patio. A group of local residents and Starke County Park Board members has been working on a plan to stabilize the seawall surrounding the site. To help find a solution, they’ve obtained the original drawings from the seawall’s installation in 1988.
Starke County Forest to Proceed with Timber Sale
Timber Sale Planned for Starke County Forest
Starke County Park Board Approves Grant Applications for Yellow River Access Site Project
The Starke County Park Board is moving ahead with a couple grant applications for a Yellow River access site at Range Road. The project involves the construction of a gravel lane and parking area, as well as an EZ dock kayak launch, for a cost of just over $53,000.
Starke County Park Board Discusses Plans for Beach House Patio Repair, Eventual Beach Restoration
The Bass Lake Beach may be getting some more repairs in the near future. Efforts to stabilize the beach house patio have been started by local residents and the Starke County Park Board, working with the Indiana Department of Natural Resources.
Starke County Commissioners Provide Support for Starke County Park Board Project
Starke County Park Board representative Carolla Heilstedt appeared before the Starke County Commissioners last week requesting support for the proposed Yellow River Access Site project.
The project involves the construction of an access site including a gravel lane and parking area, an EZ dock kayak launch and dock. The site would be constructed on North Range Road, northwest of Knox. According to Heilstedt, the parcel is owned by Starke County and deeded exclusively for river access.
Bass Lake Beach Replenishment Considered by Starke Park Board for Future Grant Application
The Starke County Park Board may have missed this year’s deadline to apply for a grant from the Indiana Department of Natural Resources, but plans are already in the works for next year’s grant cycle.
Starke County Park Board to Pursue Quality of Place Grant for Yellow River Access Site Upgrades
The Starke County Park Board hopes to bring more visitors to the Yellow River with state grant funding. Carolla Heilstedt plans to coordinate efforts to improve the county’s Yellow River access site at Range Road.
Starke County Park Board to Discuss Grant Opportunities, Bass Lake Beach and Campground
The Starke County Park Board will discuss some potential sources of grant funding during tonight’s meeting.
Bass Lake Beach and Campground Operator Plans Repairs, Amid Questions from Park Board
The operators of the Bass Lake Beach and Campground say they’re making some updates to the facility, after several repairs were suggested during a recent inspection. Lessee Richard Callahan, his attorney Dave Wallsmith, and assistant manager Larry Clarich met with the Starke County Park Board Tuesday to address those concerns. Continue reading
Starke County Park Board to Discuss Bass Lake Beach and Campground Repairs
Repairs to the Bass Lake Beach and Campground will be discussed during a special meeting of the Starke County Park Board tonight. Continue reading
Starke County Park Board May Wait Until Next Year to Apply for DNR Grant
The Starke County Park Board may have to wait another year before applying for grant funding from the Indiana Department of Natural Resources. Continue reading
Starke County Park Board Hopes to Discuss Erie Trail Lease with Hoosier Valley Railroad Museum
The Starke County Park Board may consider taking over the operation of the North Judson Erie Trail. The facility is owned by the Hoosier Valley Railroad Museum. Starke County’s five-year park plan suggests that the county lease it. Continue reading
Improvements Planned to Starke County Forest Access Lanes
As the Starke County Forest’s drainage issues are being resolved, Forester Bruce Wakeland is turning his attention to improving access throughout the property. He told the Starke County Park Board Tuesday that he’s been taking with Surveyor Bill Crase about building up the access lane to prevent it from washing out. Wakeland said Crase has sand available, but funding is needed to transport it to the forest. Continue reading
Bass Lake Beach and Campground Lessee Credited 2017’s Rent Payment, Following Well Upgrades
The Bass Lake Beach and Campground’s operator won’t have to pay rent to Starke County in 2017, and it’s 2018 payment will be nearly cut in half. The Starke County Park Board decided Tuesday that upgrades to the facility’s well system made by Callahan Development, LLC were capital improvements, meaning the cost could be subtracted from the company’s rent payment. Continue reading
Starke Park Board to Request Repairs to Bass Lake Beach and Campground, Following Inspection
The Bass Lake Beach and Campground has several issues that need to be addressed, according to an independent inspection completed at the request of the Starke County Park Board. Continue reading
Bass Lake Beach and Campground, Starke County Forest to be Discussed by County Park Board
The Bass Lake Beach and Campground will once again be discussed by the Starke County Park Board tonight. The park board recently decided to hire an independent contractor to inspect the property, after the board was unable to get a formal report from the county building inspector. Continue reading
Beavers Removed from Starke County Forest to Solve Drainage Issues
Beavers have been removed from the Starke County Forest, in an attempt to improve drainage in the area. Starke County Park Board President Debbie Mix says the removal is complete, and the board approved the bill for the work Tuesday. Continue reading
Starke County Park Board Working to Schedule Bass Lake Beach Inspection
The Starke County Park Board is finalizing arrangements for an independent inspection of the Bass Lake Beach. Continue reading
Starke County Park Board Now Eligible for DNR Grants, Plans Signage for County Forest
The Starke County Park Board can now apply for grant funding from the Indiana Department of Natural Resources. Park Board President Debbie Mix has received notification that the DNR has accepted the board’s five-year plan. That means Starke County is now eligible for grants from the Land and Water Conservation Fund. Continue reading
