Natural Resources
Indiana expands prescribed fire capacity with new law
INDIANA – Governor Mike Braun signed a new law on April 30th that expands Indiana’s capacity for prescribed fire. The legislation enhances a prescribed fire…
Anglers needed to help improve Indiana’s fishing through catch reporting surveys
INDIANA – The Indiana Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is calling on anglers to participate in two crucial angler reporting surveys this spring and summer…
Muscatatuck Park Trail in Vernon now open after DNR and town partnership
VERNON – The Indiana Department of Natural Resources (DNR) and the town of Vernon celebrated the grand opening of the new Muscatatuck Park Trail on…
Help upgrade popular live barn owl nest webcam
SOUTHERN INDIANA – Fans of Indiana’s state-endangered barn owls have a chance to enhance their viewing experience by supporting an upgrade to the beloved live…
STAR Financial Bank donates $10,000 to support outdoor education for Indiana students
INDIANA – STAR Financial Bank has contributed $10,000 to the Indiana Natural Resources Foundation (INRF) to benefit the Discover the Outdoors field trip grant program….
Mark your calendar for Indiana’s Free Fishing Days
INDIANA – This year’s Free Fishing Days are May 4, June 7-8, and Sept. 27. While there are no licenses or stamps required on these…
Indiana State Parks to offer Free Entry for Welcome Weekend
INDIANA – As the weather warms up and outdoor recreation beckons, the Indiana Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is inviting everyone to experience the beauty…
Volunteers needed for tree planting at Winslow Sports Complex
BLOOMINGTON – Calling all community members with a green thumb! The City of Bedford’s Urban Forestry staff is seeking volunteers to help plant trees at…
Governor Braun positions Indiana as a leader on rare Earth elements, manage water resources responsibly
INDIANAPOLIS – Today is Earth Day, and Governor Mike Braun signed executive orders to position Indiana as a national leader in rare earth element recovery and…
Forest Service Chief Schultz announces acting regional forester for the Eastern Region
MILWAUKEE, WI — USDA Forest Service Chief Tom Schultz announced Gordie Blum will serve as acting regional forester for the Eastern Region, effective May 1, 2025. Blum will…
