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(Nov. 19, 2012) -- Because of superstorm Sandy, visitors seeking a close-up look at Blackwater Falls State Park's namesake waterfall might have to wait until next spring to take the 214-step boardwalk to an eye-level viewing platform of the often-photographed cataract, reports the Charleston Gazette. The newspaper also lists which campgrounds are closed in the Monongahela National Forest.

(Nov. 19, 2012) -- Tailgating during football season at Southern University in Baton Rouge is a tradition enjoyed by many, but no one has mastered it better than Southern Alumni Wardell and Josie Ballentine of Alexandria, writes WAFB.com.

(Nov. 19, 2012) -- The News-Press reports that Allison and Michael Burchetta operate Triple B Farm in Fort Myers and sell firewood year-round to restaurants, campers and homeowners. They offer tips on building a campfire.

(Nov. 19, 2012) -- A conflict between Marshall County and a gated lakeside subdivision outside Varna has become heated lately, reports the Peoria Star Journal.

(Nov. 19, 2012) -- Nat Geo WILD Executive Vice President and General Manager Geoff Daniels announced today that the network has greenlit the 16-part series "Alpha Dogs," which follows the training at Vohne Liche Kennels, Riverside Travel Trailer owner Ken Licklider's business.

(Nov. 19, 2012) -- Sean McElhone, formerly the superintendent at Lake James State Park, has been promoted to west district superintendent for the state parks system, according to the N.C. Division of Parks and Recreation.

(Nov. 19, 2012) -- A review of park operations has resulted in a revision of the reduction in services decision announced two weeks ago for Buffalo National River in Arkansas.

(Nov. 19, 2012) -- Tongues were boiling, simmering, stewing and frying at the second Annual Beef Tongue Cook-Off beneath the trees at Lakeview Park, just north of Eunice, reports the Opelousas Daily World.

(Nov. 19, 2012) -- KZRV has added the champagne full body exterior to the Spree lightweight travel trailer line, the company announced today. KZRV will be introducing the Spree Sandlewood Edition at this year’s National RV Trade Show, Nov. 27-29, in booth 1120 in the south wing.

(Nov. 19, 2012) -- Newmar Corporation announced today that it will introduce the Newmar Professional Product Institute (NPPI) at the 50th Annual National RV Trade Show next week. This training program will be on display and demonstrated in the Newmar exhibit (space #3501).