Posts written by bloggers from the Indiana Department of Natural Resources
For an avid birder like Brad Bumgardner, the best thing about working at Indiana Dunes State Park is that his binoculars never have to collect dust — even if it’s not the busy spring and fall bird migration times. Read more
When the temperatures climb, there’s nothing better than splashing around in Lake Michigan and then heading over to a water park for some thrilling water rides. Indiana Dunes Country, which is only about a 2 1/2-hour drive from Indianapolis, feels Read more
It’s easy to visit the Azalea Path Arboretum & Botanical Gardens and be awestruck. Most people who visit – even smartphone entranced children – are mesmerized. But there’s a story behind the 60 acres and 2000 azaleas in Southern Indiana Read more
Sounds odd, right? But a great combo! I recently spent a morning up in Anderson at Mounds State Park and finished it off by having lunch at The Toast (a local establishment), but more to come on lunch later. First Read more
It was almost two years ago that I sat stuck in my house courtesy of a big winter storm, thinking of five Indiana places where I wouldn’t mind being snowed in. Now, another big storm has begun (the weather folks Read more
So you scored a gift certificate to one of the Indiana state park inns or lodges, eh? You must have been on Santa’s nice list this year. I’ve stayed at many of the state park properties and have enjoyed them Read more
This year, I’ve decided to buy local or from independent sources, So here are a few ideas for Indiana-inspired gifts for everyone on your list, regardless of interest. Read more
Looking to view nature’s fireworks this weekend and have a snack? Hoosiers voted for the best viewing areas and pie on the VisitIndianaFall.com website sponsored by the Indiana Office of Tourism Development. You can read DNR’s media release here. For Read more
Here are some tips for this weekend’s Hoosier Outdoor Experience at Fort Harrison State Park. Hosted by the Indiana Department of Natural Resources and the Indiana Natural Resources Foundation, this free family event is open from 9 a.m. to 6 Read more
Here at the Indiana DNR, we’re gearing up for the fourth annual Hoosier Outdoor Experience at Indianapolis’ Fort Harrison State Park. The free event is Sept. 15-16. If you haven’t experienced the Experience before, mark the dates now. There is Read more
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