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  Sybil Ludington   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
Sybil Ludington has been celebrated as the female Paul Revere because of her ride through Putnam and Dutchess Counties to warn the militia that British troops were burning Danbury, Connecticut.
A messenger was dispatched from Danbury to Col. Ludington with the news of the attack.
Ludington began to organize the militia, but the men were scattered throughout the area working their farms to prepare for Spring planting.
www.pattersonny.org /SybilLudington.htm   (366 words)

  
 Ludington, Michigan -- Facts, Info, and Encyclopedia article   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
Ludington is a city located in (Click link for more info and facts about Mason County, Michigan) Mason County, Michigan.
Ludington is a harbor located on (The 3rd largest of the Great Lakes; the largest fresh-water lake entirely within the United States borders) Lake Michigan at the mouth of the Pere Marquette River.
The town was later named after the industrialist James Ludington who owned some of the logging operations in the late 19th and early 20th centuries and also lived here.
www.absoluteastronomy.com /encyclopedia/l/lu/ludington,_michigan.htm   (944 words)

  
 Ludington, Michigan 49431 - InfoMI.com
Ludington is the county seat of Mason County.
It was named after James Ludington, an investor who purchased much of the timberland in the region and built a saw mill here in the mid 1860’s.
Today, Ludington is a prime tourist spot, not only for ferry service, but also because of the dunes and state park to the north near Big Sauble Point, (the furthest stretch of land westward into Lake Michigan), and the many recreational opportunities the Pere Marquette River affords.
www.infomi.com /city/ludington   (218 words)

  
 Ludington, Michigan (Cities)
Ludington is in Mason County (of which it is the county seat), and in the West-Southwest Region.
Ludington was named after James Ludington, an investor who purchased much of the timberland in the region and built a saw mill here in the mid 1860s.
Today, Ludington is a popular tourist location, not only for the ferry service, but also because of the dunes and state park to the north near Big Sauble Point.
www.ohwy.com /mi/l/ludingto.htm   (174 words)

  
 Ludington Fishing Charter Directory
In the past decade, more fishing charters have originated from Ludington Michigan, and more steelhead trout, brown trout, coho and chinook salmon have been caught out of the port of Ludington Michigan each year than any port in the state of Michigan.
Ludington Michigan-and the Ludington Area Charterboat Association over 40 professional charter captains-fishing Lake Michigan, Great Lakes, and River tributaries; the Pere Marquette, Big Manistee river and the Little Manistee river.
Ludington Area Charterboat Association member captains are licensed by the U.S.C.G., and operate Michigan DNR safety inspected vessels.
www.ludingtoncharterboats.org /accommodations.shtml   (667 words)

  
 Seeing The Light - Ludington North Pierhead Lighthouse
To aid mariners in locating the opening between the piers, a fixed red tubular lantern was erected atop an 18-foot post at the outer end of the South Pier in 1890 to serve as a front range to the existing beacon.
In the final year of nineteenth century, the beacon was lifted from the pier and moved closer to the fog signal building, and a short covered way erected to connect the two structures.
During renovations and reconfiguration of the concrete breakwater in the area of the north light in 1994, the crib on which the 1924 tower was incorporated suddenly settled, and the tower sat at an approximate 4 degree list to the northeast.
www.terrypepper.com /lights/michigan/ludington/ludington.htm   (2684 words)

  
 Ludington Area Charterboat Association - fishing salmon and trout on Lake Michigan
Since Lake Michigan sport fishing began its rejuvenation in the early 1970's, Ludington has been the focal point for charter fishing for salmon and steelhead trout on eastern Lake Michigan.
Ludington Michigan-and the Ludington Area Charterboat Association over 40 professional charter captains-fishing Lake Michigan and River tributaries; the Pere Marquette, Big Manistee river and the Little Manistee river.
These behemoths begin staging on the deep structure the Ludington area is famous for.
www.ludingtoncharterboats.org   (657 words)

  
 LUDINGTON - Online Information article about LUDINGTON   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
It is served by the Pere Marquette, and the Ludington and See also:
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Ludington was settled about 1859, and was chartered as a city in 1873.
encyclopedia.jrank.org /LOB_LUP/LUDINGTON.html   (311 words)

  
 Ludington House - Michigan Bed and Breakfast - Ludgington, Michigan   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
The Ludington House Bed and Breakfast, of Ludington, Michigan, is a former Lumber Baron's 1878 Victorian mansion and is an example of the American Dream come true.
The Ludington House features herringbone patterned hardwood floors, gorgeous carved cherry and golden oak woodwork, 12 foot ceilings, fascinating brass light fixtures that were once gas, a walnut spiral staircase to the third floor, an Italian marble fireplace with gold inlaid scrolls, and beautiful stained glass windows.
Ludington, Michigan, is famous for beautiful white sandy beaches and crystal clear waters at the City and State Parks.
www.ludingtonhouse.com   (324 words)

  
 Useful Fishing Ludington Michigan Information   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
Ludington Charter boat, Charterboat fishing, Ludington MI for Salmon, Steelhead, Lake Trout and Brown Charters for every group and budget.
Ludington Area Charterboat Association-charter boat captains fishing Lake Michigan Ludington, MI sportfishing for steelhead, coho, king salmon, brown trout...
Ludington Michigan is the #1 charter boat port for...
www.fishingdirectory.co.uk /information/fi-fi_information5/fishing-ludington-michigan.html   (695 words)

  
 Sybil Ludington - Purple Mountain Press
Before long, a rider roused the Ludington household, and Sybil was galloping into the night on her way to muster the Colonel's regiment.
In the morning, Colonel Ludington's regiment was gathered in his yard, preparing to face the enemy.
A postage stamp was issued in her honor in 1975 as part of the national Bicentennial series " Contributors to the Cause." Equestrian statues depicting the young woman, brandishing a branch to sound the alarm to muster, stand in Putnam County and in Washington, DC.
www.catskill.net /purple/sybil.htm   (1449 words)

  
 Ludington Charter Boat Fishing Ludington Michigan Lake Michigan - Ludington charter service   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
Lake Michigan Charterboat fishing for salmon steelhead on lake Michigan from the port of ludington.
Ludington is one of the top charterboat ports in Michigan.
an extensive knowledge of the Ludington fishery and I am a respected field-tester for several major tackle and lure manufacturers.
www.a1ludingtoncharter.com   (314 words)

  
 Ludington Daily News
As of 10:20 this morning jurors were continuing to deliberate whether Dale Curtis Knowles is guilty or innocent of a murder he is accused...
The first weekend of November brought more than two inches of rain, wind gusts of 40 miles per hour and power outages to Ludington and M...
Tuesday is election day and voters will decide millage issues in the Free Soil, Mason County Eastern and Walkerville school districts...
www.ludingtondailynews.com   (488 words)

  
 Ludington News
A meeting with the DEQ at the Straits Steel & Wire Co.'s Ludington plant allowed the area's state representatives to voice their concerns about the plant's future.
Jury selection in the murder trial of Dale Curtis Knowles, 27, of Ludington, began at 9 this morning at the Mason County Courthouse.
House of Flavors, Inc. of Ludington, Michigan is recalling Lot CB L1 H26-426 05215 of Shurfine brand Butterscotch Twirl 1/2 Gallon Ice Cream, because it contains undeclared peanut butter.
www.topix.net /city/ludington-mi   (1142 words)

  
 The Ludington House, Victorian Bed & Breakfast - Ludington, Michigan - BBOnline.com / Introduction
Other features of the inn include herringbone patterned hardwood floors, gorgeous carved cherry and golden oak woodwork, 12 foot ceilings, fascinating brass light fixtures that once were gas, a walnut spiral staircase to the third floor, an Italian marble fireplace with gold inlaid scrolls, and beautiful stained glass windows.
Ludington is famous for beautiful white sandy beaches and crystal clear waters at the City and State Parks.
At The Ludington House there are eight guest rooms.
www.bbonline.com /mi/tlh   (489 words)

  
 Ludington, Michigan: Boating, Marinas
We did not get much of a chance to boat because Lake Michigan waters were a little to rough for a trip to Manistee or Pentwater.
The weekend was not a waste as we spent our time Downtown Ludington and enjoying the amenities of the Marina.
Ludington Daily News - serving Mason, Manistee, and Oceana counties.
boatingontheweb.com /ludingto.htm   (256 words)

  
 Cedar Ridge Cabins - Great cabin rentals or vacation rentals in Ludington Michigan
We entice you to uncover the mysteries of Ludington & Mason County, where a neighborly, small-town ambience provides the environment for any kind of vacation you choose.
Awesome Ludington State Park where you can see the dam, swim in Hamlin Lake and walk the many scenic trails.
Whatever your need to get away is, Cedar Ridge Cabins offers accomodations that Ludington is known for with the most affordable rates in the area.
www.cedarridgecabins.com   (403 words)

  
 Ludington RV   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
Ludington RV has been in business since 1980.
In 1996 Ludington began specializing in Pre-Owned Recreational Vehicles.
We currently have one of the largest selections of Pre-Owned Fifth Wheel and Travel Trailers in the East County.
www.ludingtonrv.com   (250 words)

  
 Ludington Charter Boat - Raptor   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
For the past 7 years Captain Glen has focused his fishing time in Ludington getting to know the waters and fishing patterns.
So come aboard and experience Michigan's famous "Ludington Gold Coast" and catch that Trophy Trout or Salmon.
Ludington is one of the few ports where this happens quite often.
www.raptorcharters.com   (181 words)

  
 Sybil Ludington   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
The daughter of noted New York militia officer Henry Ludington, Sybil, was with her family when an exhausted messenger reached the Ludington home with news of a British attack on Danbury, Connecticut where munitions and supplies for the entire region were stored.
While her father organized the local militia, Sybil leapt to her horse and galloped off to rally the surrounding patriots to repel the British raid.
Sybil Ludington's courage and spirit in risking her life to warn fellow patriots on April 26, 1777, motivated the Women's Policies Committee of the NRA to establish the Women's Freedom Award in her honor.
www.tsrapac.org /Sybillud.htm   (386 words)

  
 Ludington Michigan 08/28/98   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
My main focus on this day was to develop a historical knowledge base for exploring Ludington, Michigan.
The first stop was at the library for research, followed by a bicycle/picture trip through the town.
Ludington bought timber rights and set up sawmills.
travel.nostalgiaville.com /Michigan/ludington82898.htm   (646 words)

  
 The House of Ludington Hotel - Escanaba, Michigan
In 1864, E. Gaynor built the Gaynor House hotel, which he renamed the Ludington House in 1871, after lumberman Nelson Ludington.
In the late 1800s proprietor John Christie enlarged the hotel and renamed the establishment the New Ludington Hotel.
An advertisement in the 1893 Michigan Gazetteer and Business Directory read, "New Ludington Hotel-The Largest and Only hotel in the city having Baths, Steam Heat and Electric Call Bells-$2.00 per day." The hotel exemplifies Queen Anne resort architecture, popular in the 1880s and 1890s.
www.houseofludington.com   (91 words)

  
 Ludington, Michigan Real Estate
The need to transport the lumber and other materials caused Ludington to develop into a major Great Lakes shipping port, and in the mid-1950s it was the largest car ferry port in the world.
Our location makes Ludington an ideal hub- everything from dune rides to casinos to skiing is within a 45-minute drive, so the Ludington area is the perfect "home base" for any kind of getaway.
And Ludington is the port for the car ferry S.S. Badger, providing a shortcut across Lake Michigan for visitors and their vehicles.
www.relocate-america.com /states/MI/cities/ludington.htm   (351 words)

  
 Snyder's Shoreline Inn at the beach in Ludington, Michigan
Relax in the casual elegance of a room on the shores of Lake Michigan at Ludington's only country inn.
Across the avenue at Stearns Park is a half mile of white sand beach with shuffleboard courts, mini-golf, concession stands and a picnic area.
The Ludington area offers a multitude of recreational activities to ensure a relaxing group getaway including canoeing, charter fishing, hiking, biking and golf.
www.snydersshoreinn.com   (415 words)

  
 Welcome to the Lamplighter Bed & Breakfast!
On the beautiful shores of Lake Michigan, Ludington is one of the most discoverable and relaxing vacation destinations in the Midwest.
Ludington State Park snowshoe hiking and cross country skiing on groomed trails in the winter as well as tubing with a rope tow return to the top, dog sleds, sleigh rides, and dinner theater.
Murder Mystery Weekends are only one specialty of the Ludington Historic Bed and Breakfast Inns and now you can become a part of that tradition by reserving space at one of our murderously fun-filled weekends.
www.ludington-michigan.com   (392 words)

  
 Ludington - Real Estate in West Michigan (MI) - Buy or Sell a Home
The Ludington Greenridge location is the ultimate in relaxing living.
To top it off, Ludington has miles of Lake Michigan public beaches and 5,000 acre Hamlin Lake.
With offices through-out Central and West Michigan that help individuals and businesses with all their residential and commercial sales, rentals, purchases, and leasing needs.
www.greenridge.com /office/Office.asp?CEQ_OfficeCode=11   (191 words)

  
 Ludington State Park - Visit Ludington, Michigan
The Ludington State Park boasts 5,300 acres of scenic sand dunes, marshlands, hardwood forests, and nearly seven miles of Lake Michigan shoreline.
Just north of Ludington, between the shores of Lake Michigan and Hamlin Lake, the park is a vacation within itself.
In the quieter seasons of spring and fall, the Ludington State Park’s beauty is magnified by serenity.
www.visitludington.com /statepark.html   (636 words)

  
 [No title]   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
Sybil Ludington was born in the year 1761.
When she was brought into the world she had no idea that she would be a baby-sitter and a sister to 8 other children.
In Putman County, New York at the age of 16, Sybil Ludington became famous.
staff.bbhcsd.org /colemanj/piasciksybill.html   (273 words)

  
 Sybil Ludington   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
Sybil Ludington was the oldest of 12 children of Colonel Henry Ludington.
When word reached her father's house, Sybil Ludington, at the age of 16, rode out through the night alone to call out the volunteer militia.
Huntington sculpted Sybil Ludington's Ride when she was 84 years old.
www.heritagepreservation.org /PROGRAMS/SOS/4KIDS/sybil.htm   (168 words)

  
 Sybil Ludington The Female Paul Revere
Sybil Ludington was a typical 16 year old girl in 1777.
She was the eldest of 12 children and was often responsible for taking care of her younger siblings.
His men were scattered over a wide area around the Ludington house in Fredericksburg, New York (now Ludington).
www.geocities.com /Heartland/Plains/1789/sybil.html   (324 words)

  
 Fair Price For Home, Inc. Wants To Buy Your Ludington, Wisconsin Home
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