City Leaf Collection Resumes
The Fort Wayne Street Department began collecting leaves again on December 16 in the City’s central neighborhoods to complete the
Read MoreBringing together stories for readers who love to explore and enjoy the outdoors. This section features local news and opportunities tied to parks, rivers, trails, wildlife, weather safety, outdoor events, conservation efforts, hunting and fishing seasons, and hands on nature programs near you in Fort Wayne, Indiana. If you enjoy gardening, camping, hiking, paddling, or simply discovering new places to explore close to home, these articles help you find activities, learn how to stay safe in all seasons, and stay connected to the land, water, and green spaces that shape everyday life in our community.
The Fort Wayne Street Department began collecting leaves again on December 16 in the City’s central neighborhoods to complete the
Read MoreAs families prepare their homes for the festive season, animal software platform Creatures (creatures.com) is alerting pet owners to the
Read MoreEvery winter, thousands of Hoosiers safely enjoy fishing, skating, hiking, or just sliding around on frozen ponds and lakes. And
Read MoreThe Rotary Club of Fort Wayne will launch a new environmental initiative by planting 60 native hardwood trees at seven
Read MoreOn-site holiday light shows are coming soon to five Indiana Department of Natural Resources (DNR) destinations, so make plans to
Read MoreCross those hard-to-buy-for people off your shopping list in a snap by giving them a 2026 holiday gift pack from
Read MoreThe Fort Wayne Parks and Recreation Department was honored at the IPRA Awards of Excellence ceremony as a part of
Read MoreW. Paul Wolf, an Avilla native and retired Fort Wayne banker, has pledged to match all donations dollar for dollar,
Read MoreWith winter weather already at our doorstep, Indiana Governor Mike Braun joined the Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT), Indiana State
Read MoreIndiana’s highly anticipated deer hunting season is nearly here, with firearms season opening on November 15. The Indiana Department of
Read MoreLC Nature Park invites the public to celebrate National Bison Day on Saturday, November 1, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00
Read MoreThe Three Rivers Gem & Mineral Society will host its 63rd Annual Gem and Mineral Show October 17 through 19
Read MoreA swamp chestnut oak tree in Jennings County has been recognized as the largest of the species in the country
Read MoreThe Indiana Department of Natural Resources (DNR) invites you to celebrate the state’s public lands and waters Sept. 27 and
Read MoreEight Indiana Conservation Officers have joined the ranks of the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Law Enforcement’s team of certified
Read MoreThe City of Fort Wayne’s Residential Accessibility Modifications Program is now open. This program offers qualified households a grant to
Read MoreThe Fort Wayne Parks and Recreation Department officially reopened Brewer Park located at 800 East Pettit Street with a ribbon-cutting
Read MoreFrom August 16–24, storm drains across Fort Wayne began bursting with color as local and regional muralists transformed them into
Read MoreThe Hille Farm in Allen County recently received a Hoosier Homestead Sesquicentennial Award for being in operation since 1875, according
Read MoreSeptember is Archaeology Month in Indiana, and this year marks the 30th anniversary of this special celebration that brings universities,
Read MoreBy mid-to-late September, all of Fox Island County Park will be back open to the public, but it won’t look
Read MoreOpen Streets Fort Wayne announced the list of over 100 activities that will be offered on Sunday, August 17, 12:00
Read MoreThe Fort Wayne Parks and Recreation Department officially opened the redesigned Packard Park with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. Fort Wayne Mayor
Read MoreProtecting our rivers starts with each of us. There’s still time for summer family fun to show your “River“ this
Read MoreThe Indiana State Fair kicks off on Aug. 1 and highlights the theme “Soundtrack of Summer,” presented by Get Prepared
Read MoreA generous donation by Byron & Linn Braun In Memory of Sophia and Charles Braun and FoxyFoxy wasn’t just a
Read MoreIt is never a bad idea to be prepared, especially for severe weather. Ahead of forecasted storms, you may hear
Read MoreThe Little River Wetlands Project announced its annual fundraiser, Frogapalooza: Wine, Wetlands & Art, set for Thursday, July 24, 2025
Read MoreIt is a fact that weatherization is beneficial in the summer months too. A common practice highlighted in winter, weatherization
Read MoreWith summer here, Indiana Conservation Officers remind Hoosiers to make water safety a priority throughout the summer. “We urge everyone
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