Discover The Outdoors Field Trip Grant Available
Educators interested in taking K-12 students on field trips to an Indiana State Parks property in the 2025-2026 school year
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.
Educators 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 MoreBrown Biodegradable Bag Collection Begins March 31The City of Fort Wayne Street Department will begin collecting brown biodegradable leaf/ lawn/garden
Read MoreIn a sure sign that spring is not far behind, the first Purple Martins of the year have been spotted
Read MoreThe Fort Wayne Curling Club announced the launch of an initiative to introduce the sport of lawn bowls to the
Read MoreWhen high winds and ice combine, it can affect power lines in a unique way that causes them to “gallop.”
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
Read MoreTo celebrate World Wetlands Day (Sunday, Feb. 2, 2025), Little River Wetlands Project announces “World Wetlands Day Trivia Night” at
Read MoreThe City of Fort Wayne’s trail network of 104.7 miles was well utilized in 2024, hitting the milestone of 1
Read MoreIndiana Conservation Officers are investigating an incident involving two juveniles who fell through thin ice in Allen County in December.
Read MoreJoin in the fun and celebrate the season at the following events brought to you by the Fort Wayne Parks
Read MoreMayor Sharon Tucker, Fort Wayne Parks and Recreation Director Steve McDaniel, Fort Wayne Park Foundation, elected officials, community leaders and
Read MoreThis picture was taken here in our city (Hamilton Park) of people playing the newest “get yourself in shape” game
Read MoreMayor Sharon Tucker, Fort Wayne Parks and Recreation Director Steve McDaniel, community leaders, funding partners and neighborhood representatives celebrated the
Read MoreA new system that will enhance online customers’ ease of doing business with the Indiana Department of Natural Resources (DNR)
Read MoreIn 2016, the Waynedale Trails and Sidewalks Initiative (WT&SI) “adopted” a two-mile stretch of the St. Mary’s Pathway, running between
Read MoreThe YMCA of Greater Fort Wayne Trail Buddies program celebrated giving a record-breaking 261 rides to individuals with diverse abilities
Read MoreWhat do you think about Indiana State Parks? The Indiana Department of Natural Resources (DNR) wants your feedback on your
Read MoreA once in a lifetime national event is making its way to Fort Wayne, IN. The 2024 U.S. Capitol Christmas
Read MoreVeterans and active military personnel are invited to play golf for free at Foster, Shoaff or McMillen Park Golf Courses
Read MoreThe Northeast Indiana Local Food Network will host Nourishing our Community with our Local Food System on Tuesday, October 29
Read MoreThe Fort Wayne Running Club’s 18th Annual Run for Riley 5 Mile & 5k Fitness Walk, presented by ProFed, raised
Read MoreBeginning October 28, the Fort Wayne Street Department will collect leaves in the City’s more than 400 neighborhoods. This year’s
Read MoreThe public is invited to celebrate National Bison Day on Saturday, November 2 from 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM at
Read MoreThe Indiana Department of Natural Resources (DNR), The Nature Conservancy (TNC), and Purdue Fort Wayne (PFW) have teamed up to
Read MoreWith the deer reduction zone hunting season underway and the statewide archery deer season that started on Oct. 1, Indiana
Read MoreThe Indiana Department of Natural Resources (DNR) invites you to celebrate National Public Lands Day on Sept. 28 and 29
Read MoreMayor Sharon Tucker, Fort Wayne Parks and Recreation Director Steve McDaniel, community leaders, funding partners and representatives of Mount Vernon
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