Author: Ben Indawoods

Q – I hear a lot about wild boar in some surrounding states; do we have wild boar in Indiana?A – Yes, and the wild hogs are posing an environmental threat in Indiana. . . Read More

Summer day camp for kids at Salamonie Lake(Salamonie Lake is holding a second summertime day camp for children ages 7-11) “Wetland Wanderings” day camp will be held August 3-5. Campers will be studying wetland plants and animals with hands-on . . . Read More

Improved Outdoor Recreation Forms AvailableAnyone whose job involves parks or recreation and has had to fill out complicated state government forms should rejoice. The form necessary to complete in order to have information included in the SCORP . . . Read More

Youth Day at the Range in J. Edward Roush Fish & Wildlife Area (Huntington Reservoir) This year’s Youth Day at the Range at J. Edward Roush Fish & Wildlife Area is June 19 from 9 a.m. . . Read More

DAY CAMPS FOR CHILDREN AT SALAMONIE LAKE AND OUABACHE STATE PARKS Ouabache State Park kicks off the summer fun with a “Wetland Wanderings” day camp, June 14-16. Campers will study wetland plants and animals with exciting, hands-on activities. . . . Read More

WELCOME BACK to the 2011 Great Outdoors at Indiana State Parks and Reservoirs! The temperature’s rising, the fish are biting and the wildflowers along our hiking trails signal that we’re ready for you to enjoy a wide array of outdoor activities . . . Read More

FREE CD AVAILABLE ON CONTROLLING NUISANCE WATERFOWL  . . .  . . Read More

CHAIN O’LAKESSPRING TRAIL CLEANUP  It’s spring cleaning time. Come help Chain O’Lakes State Park with its annual spring clean-up hike on Saturday, April 23. After leaving from the nature center, participants will be clearing trails, . . . Read More

BASS FISHING RULE TO BE RELAXED AT TWO NOBLE COUNTY LAKESBeginning June 3, the Indiana DNR will modify largemouth bass fishing regulations at Big and Crane lakes in Noble County. To reduce the number of largemouth bass, anglers will be allowed . . . Read More

Outdoor Indiana magazine springs up The March-April issue readies you for spring with a guide to wildflowers. Check out the “Seven Heavenly Inns” feature to help decide which state park inns fit your getaway plans. . . Read More

DEER CROSSING HIGHWAYS– POTENTIAL FATAL MIX “I read with interest your article a few issues back about coyotes in our neighborhood. Thank goodness I have not seen coyotes in our yard. . . Read More

I’ve gotten a few questions concerning keeping wild animals as pets. Not knowing the law or even how to answer the question (I used to have wild pets when I was growing up like every other kid in school.) . . Read More

Improving DNR reservation system requires February interruption Improving the DNR’s reservation system for camping, cabins, recreation buildings and shelters will require a system interruption starting February 8 at 12:01 a.m. The improved system . . . Read More

New Deer RulesGet Preliminary ApprovalThe Indiana Natural Resources Commission recently approved preliminary adoption of recommended rule changes for deer hunting. Components of the proposed changes include modification of the season structure, . . . Read More

Willow Slough fishing regulations temporarily relaxed Fishing regulations designed to promote quality bluegill fishing at Willow Slough Fish and Wildlife Area’s J.C. Murphey Lake will be temporarily relaxed starting December 15. . . Read More

RESERVATION CALL CENTER NOW OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK Campers and picnickers who want to reserve a campsite, picnic shelter, recreation building or cabin at DNR state parks or reservoirs, (Starve Hollow State Forest or Deam Lake State Recreation Area) will . . . Read More

ANNUAL ENTRANCE PASSES FOR 2011 AVAILABLE Indiana state park/reservoir annual entrance permits for 2011 are now available for online purchase. Individuals may order an annual entrance permit, which costs $36 for state residents, by going to  . . . Read More

CODES “You have to have a code to live by and something to believe in.” Bruce F. McCune 1891 – 1977   CONSERVATION PLEDGE (What people higher up are missing.) I give my pledge as an American to save and faithfully to defend from waste the natural . . . Read More

Festival of Freezing Moon, Summit Lake State Park, October 22-23 The fourth annual Festival of the Freezing Moon will be held at Summit Lake State Park, October 22-23. This year’s festival features the annual Campsite Decorating Contest, Chili Cook-Off, . . . Read More

ABOUT FISH AND WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT IN INDIANA Fish and wildlife management and public access are funded by fishing and hunting license revenue and also through the Sport Fish and Wildlife Restoration Programs administered by the U.S. . . Read More

WATER ACTIVITIES ABOUND Free Hoosier Outdoor Experience Sept. 18-19 Water activities at the free Hoosier Outdoor Experience, September 18-19, at Fort Harrison State Park in Indianapolis will run the gamut. Those interested in kayak and canoe paddling, . . . Read More

SALAMONIE’S SENIOR CITIZEN FALL FEST The 2010 Salamonie Senior Fall Fest will take place September 13-16, at the Salamonie Reservoir Interpretive Center. Anyone over age 50 is welcome for a few days of fun, during which he or she could learn a new . . . Read More

OUABACHE’S FALL FESTIVAL (NOTE: Ouabache is pronounced Wa-Bash) Volunteers age 16 and older are needed to assist with Ouabache State Park’s Fall Festival Weekend, October 29-30. Ouabache’s Fall Festival is an opportunity for families to enjoy the . . . Read More

DNR TO ERECT BARRIER TO BLOCK ASIAN CARP The Indiana Department of Natural Resources will implement a short-term step to address the advance of Asian carp up the Wabash River system and their potential movement into the Maumee River, a tributary to Lake . . . Read More