Purdue Extension and the Department of Natural Resources are teaming up to educate landowners on forestry management techniques.
Marshall County Adopts Flood Hazard Changes
Marshall County is taking the advice of the Indiana Department of Natural Resources for managing flood hazard areas in the county.
Drone Aids in River Search
A pair of juveniles reported missing on the Tippecanoe River on Saturday are safe, according to officials with the Marshall County Sheriff’s Department. The youngsters became separated from their parents between State Road 19 and the Tippecanoe River around 6:30 Saturday evening.
State Parks Roll Back Entrance Fees to Celebrate 100 Years
Celebrate like it’s 1916 with a trip to an Indiana State Park this weekend. In honor of their centennial celebration, the DNR is rolling back entrance fees to 10-cents per person on Saturday, June 4 and Sunday, June 5. That’s how much gate admission cost in 1916. Continue reading
DNR Investigating Lake Maxinkuckee Drowning
Indiana Conservation Officers are investigating the Tuesday afternoon drowning death of a fisherman in Lake Maxinkuckee. Continue reading
You Cut, You Haul Firewood Available at State Park
Certain downed, dead trees at Tippecanoe River State Park are available for public cutting and removal through mid-March.
Park staff are dropping hazardous trees and those damaged by the emerald ash borer (EAB) insect and placing them where the public can come in, cut them up and haul them away for use as firewood. The park is charging $10 per pickup load, and all proceeds will be used to enhance the natural areas of Tippecanoe River State Park. Continue reading
Hunter Education Class Now Enrolling
Sign ups are underway for an upcoming DNR Hunter Safety Class. It’s open to Indiana residents of all ages and will cover hunter heritage, firearm history and safety, hunter responsibility, wildlife conservation and management and game care. Continue reading
Deer Firearm Season Starts Today
This is the busiest hunting weekend of the year, according to the DNR. Tens of thousands of hunters are taking to the woods for deer firearm season. It opens today and continues through Sunday, Nov. 29th. Continue reading
State Parks to Close for Deer Reduction Hunts
Potato Creek State Park in North Liberty is among several facilities scheduled to close next week for the first of two planned deer reduction hunts this season. Others include Clifty Falls, Fort Harrison, Harmonie, Lincoln, McCormick’s Creek, Ouabachie, Pokagon, Prophetstown, Shades, Shakamak, Tippecanoe River, Turkey Run and Whitewater Memorial. Continue reading
Proposals Received for Yellow River Bank Repairs
A committee of stakeholders will review the two proposals for repairs to the Yellow River bank and decide how to proceed. Continue reading
Deer Archery Season Opens Today
Deer hunting season is officially underway in Indiana. Today marks the start of archery season, which runs through Jan. 3, 2016. All hunters must have a license and must use legal archery equipment as defined by the DNR. Continue reading
DNR Reports More Women Hunters
Hunting is growing in popularity among women nationwide and in Indiana, according to officials with the Department of Natural Resources. They say the number of hunting licenses sold to women increased by 93 percent from 2006 to 2014. During that same time period the number of female youth hunters skyrocketed 114 percent. Continue reading
DNR Taking Part in National Boating Under the Influence Campaign
Indiana Conservation Officers will be on the lookout for people drinking and boating this weekend on Indiana waterways. They are taking part in a national Operation Dry Water weekend enforcement campaign. The effort focuses on deterring boaters from operating under the influence of drugs or alcohol. Continue reading
July Marks Firewood Cutting Season for Indiana State Forests
Indiana residents will soon be able to cut firewood in certain portions of Indiana State Forests.
The Department of Natural Resources says permit holders can begin cutting the firewood on July 1st. The tool is designed to allow Hoosiers to heat their homes and reduce their utility bills.
Conservation Officers Recover Body of LaPaz Man
The body of a LaPaz man who was last seen early Wednesday morning near Leiters Ford has been found. Continue reading
DNR Officials Continue Search for Missing Marshall County Man
Conservation officers with the Indiana Department of Natural Resources are still searching the Tippecanoe River for a LaPaz man who was last seen early Wednesday morning at a home in Leiters Ford. Continue reading
Authorities Searching for Missing Marshall County Man
Authorities are seeking information about LaPaz man who may have fallen into the Tippecanoe River early Wednesday morning. Continue reading
Trail Events Statewide During National Trails Day
The Indiana Department of Natural Resources is encouraging hiking, riding, and other activities next weekend.
Saturday June 6th is National Trails Day and the DNR is celebrating by offering clean-ups, hikes, and other events at several state parks. The state is largely using the event to open several trails at a park in Indianapolis, but events are still being offered around Indiana.
Indiana Hosts Second Free Fishing Day
The state of Indiana will be allowing those without a fishing license the opportunity to cast into public waterways.
Normally, anglers would need a license or a trout/salmon stamp in order to fish in Indiana. The state’s Free Fishing Day, however, will take place on Saturday. Indiana residents do not need a fishing license or a trout/salmon stamp to fish for the day.
Entrance Fees to Increase at Indiana State Parks and Forests
It will cost you a little bit more to enter an Indiana state park or state forest this season.
Operating costs have increased which has caused the increase in gate fees. The entrance to most state parks and three state forest recreation areas will increase from $5.00 per in-state vehicle to $7.00. Many activities offered are free after paying the gate fee.
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