Natural Resources
Barnebey Woods granted state’s highest protection as new Owen County Nature Preserve
OWEN COUNTY — The Indiana Natural Resources Commission (NRC) has officially designated Barnebey Woods as the state’s newest nature preserve, granting the 141.5-acre site the…
Indiana DNR calls for public input on 2026 Deer Management Survey
INDIANA — The Indiana Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Division of Fish & Wildlife is officially inviting hunters and residents to participate in its Annual…
Indiana Forest Alliance releases report showing the economic value of expanding Charles Deam Wilderness area in Hoosier National Forest
HOOSIER NATIONAL FOREST — The Indiana Forest Alliance (IFA) released a study that supports the expansion of the Charles Deam Wilderness area and establishment of…
Indiana DNR announces 2026 Historic Preservation Photo Contest
INDIANA– The Indiana Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is calling on photographers to grab their cameras and help document the state’s architectural legacy. The Division…
Indiana DNR hosts “Intro to Squirrel Hunting” workshop at Sugar Ridge
WINSLOW — The Indiana Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is inviting aspiring outdoorsmen to start the new year with a classic Hoosier tradition. An “Introduction…
Sharpsville man injured in hunting accident in Wabash County
WABASH CO. – Indiana Conservation Officers are investigating a hunting accident that occurred Saturday evening on Mississinewa Lake property in Wabash County. At 6:41 p.m.,…
Indiana State Park passes for 2026 on sale
INDIANA – Outdoor enthusiasts can now gear up for the new year as the Indiana Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has officially released 2026 state…
Free forest management course offered to Martin County Landowners
LOOGOOTEE – Martin County residents looking to improve the health and value of their woodlands have a unique opportunity this winter. The Martin County Soil…
The Tree City USA and Tree Campus application window is now open
INDIANA – Tree City USA is an annual national recognition program designed by the Arbor Day Foundation to raise awareness of the value of community…
DNR releases latest best available flood data update for nine counties
INDIANA — The Indiana Department of Natural Resources (DNR), Division of Water, has completed its October and November 2025 update for the state’s Best Available…
