Redesigned Packard Park Opens
The Fort Wayne Parks and Recreation Department officially opened the redesigned Packard Park with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. Fort Wayne Mayor
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 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
Read MoreIntroducing: Fern (female)! Under the unapproving, watchful eyes of peregrine falcon parents Jamie (father) and Moxie (mother), the lone chick
Read MoreLC Nature Park has announced the launch of a major new project: the Discovery Trail. This self-guided trail is designed
Read MoreFour Indiana Conservation Officer K-9 teams were recognized for completing the Indiana Department of Natural Resources Division of Law Enforcement’s
Read MoreAllen County was proudly represented at the annual Greenways Foundation Trails Celebration in Indianapolis, bringing home three of the eight
Read MoreOn Friday, May 16, the City of Fort Wayne will celebrate active commuting on Bike to Work Day. Leave your
Read MoreThe 2025 season for Trek the Trails and Tread the Trails began on Tuesday, April 29 at Promenade Park. Trek
Read MoreThe Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM) is calling on individuals and organizations to help protect and improve Indiana’s water
Read MoreIndiana anglers are invited to participate in the 2025 Midwest Walleye Challenge, a virtual fishing tournament that offers the opportunity
Read MoreMark your calendar for May 2, and pass the word on to your friends, too. The Historic 1844 Swinney Homestead
Read MoreSunday, April 27, 2025, from 1-5PM, join staff and friends of Little River Wetlands Project (LRWP) at Eagle Marsh, 6801
Read MoreThe School Children’s For the 99th year, plants grown in the Lawton Park Greenhouse will be delivered to Fort Wayne
Read MoreSpring is in full swing, and Fort Wayne is blooming with opportunities to get outside, get creative, and get connected!
Read MoreThe Great American Cleanup is the nation’s largest community improvement program that Fort Wayne has participated in for nearly 30
Read MoreThe glimpses of spring are here, and that means more pets are outside. For Fort Wayne Animal Care and Control
Read MoreEducators interested in taking K-12 students on field trips to an Indiana State Parks property in the 2025-2026 school year
Read MoreLC Nature Park invites adventurers of all ages to its annual Antler Round-Up on Saturday, March 29 from 10 a.m.
Read MoreIn a sure sign that spring is not far behind, the first Purple Martins of the year have been spotted
Read MoreBrown Biodegradable Bag Collection Begins March 31The City of Fort Wayne Street Department will begin collecting brown biodegradable leaf/ lawn/garden
Read MoreThe Fort Wayne Curling Club announced the launch of an initiative to introduce the sport of lawn bowls to the
Read MoreIt was a brisk 28 degrees amid freezing rain – perfect conditions to take the Polar Plunge into the icy
Read MoreLC Nature Park is inviting artists, designers, and nature lovers to submit their designs for its 2025 T-Shirt Design Contest.
Read MoreDo you love our natural world and sharing it with others? If you would like to learn more about nature
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