Holiday Events In The Parks
The following events and programs are happening the weeks ahead: Holiday Showcase Exhibit: Timeless Tradition, 40 YearsUntil January 7, 2024,
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 following events and programs are happening the weeks ahead: Holiday Showcase Exhibit: Timeless Tradition, 40 YearsUntil January 7, 2024,
Read MoreA total of 7,250 brown trout and 1,955 rainbow trout have been stocked in 17 bodies of water across Indiana.
Read MoreOn April 8, 2024, a total solar eclipse will plunge much of Indiana into momentary darkness. Excitement and interest are
Read MoreOn-site holiday light shows will shine at six DNR destinations in December. Brief details for each are below, and more
Read MoreOn Sunday, November 12, 2023, the new horse trails on Paulding Road were opened to members of Three Rivers Horse
Read MoreThe Anthony Wayne Scout Reservation’s is hosting the second annual Christmas at Camp event at their 1200-acre property in Pleasant
Read MoreA group of volunteers met in October to clean a two mile stretch of the St. Mary’s Pathway and Tillman/
Read MoreIndiana First Lady, Janet Holcomb, joined the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) at Gleaners Food Bank of Indiana to let
Read MoreMayor Tom Henry, representatives from Electric Works, restauranteurs from the Union Street Market and City Utilities’ staff members came together
Read MoreYou’ve heard of Girl Scout Cookies, but are you familiar with other exclusive Girl Scout products? The Girl Scouts of
Read MoreEarth Science Week, an annual event occurring every October, promotes the understanding of geosciences and responsible stewardship of the Earth
Read MoreThe Indiana Department of Natural Resources (DNR) celebrated the dedication of its 300th nature preserve, Toothwort Woods, in Jennings County.
Read MoreDue to leaves falling early, the City of Fort Wayne will begin collecting biodegradable bags filled with leaves on Monday,
Read MoreWith the deer reduction zone season underway and the statewide archery deer season having started Oct. 1, Indiana Conservation Officers
Read MoreProgress along Fort Wayne’s riverfront continues as Mayor Tom Henry joined the City of Fort Wayne’s Community Development Division, Parks
Read MoreStudents at Weisser Park Elementary School took an idea and then used project-based learning methods to create a new attraction
Read MoreAn annular solar eclipse occurs when the Moon passes between the Earth and the Sun, but because of its distance
Read MoreIn a pioneering move toward environmental sustainability and improved resiliency , Mayor Tom Henry, City Utilities’ staff and neighborhood leaders
Read MoreFriendly, the Clean Drains Fort Wayne spokes-otter, invites everyone who loves our rivers to join her on September 23, for
Read MoreThe Trail to Zero ride to end suicide, a 20-mile horse ride aimed at helping end suicide among Veterans, is
Read MoreThe Indiana Department of Natural Resources (DNR) needs the public’s help to update The Big Tree Registry, a list of
Read MoreThe Indiana Department of Natural Resources (DNR) invites you to celebrate Indiana’s public lands the weekend of Sept. 23 and
Read MoreStudents at 44 Indiana K-12 schools will experience the outdoors this academic year thanks in part to a grant program
Read MoreThe twenty-fifth season of the Lifetime Sports Academy successfully wrapped up with a fun day and award ceremony at McMillen
Read MoreBiologists with the Indiana Department of Natural Resources (DNR) and Purdue University recently documented a very young hellbender salamander, a
Read MoreMayor Tom Henry, Fort Wayne Parks and Recreation Director Steve McDaniel, community representatives and additional public officials dedicated the new
Read MoreThe anticipated summer nature camp was due to return to Fox Island County Park for a second year, but the
Read MoreFort Wayne Parks and Recreation announced a new mobile recreation unit called Park & Play that will bring free fun
Read MoreGovernor Eric J. Holcomb, in his 2020 State of the State Address, charged the Indiana Department of Natural Resources (DNR)
Read MoreThe Allen County Department of Environmental Management (ACDEM) launches Clean Plastic Caps and Lids Program. ACDEM is diverting plastic from
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