Natural Resources

(UNDATED) – Fall is a great time to get out and explore your public lands and photograph the scenery, wildlife, and recreational activities. The Hoosier…

(UNDATED) – The state is considering making the ruffed grouse an endangered species. The population of the bird has declined since the 1980s. Hunters have…

(UNDATED) – Youth deer season is Sept. 28-29. Youth age 17 or younger on the date of the hunt can participate but must be accompanied…

(BEDFORD) – There are two weeks left to register for the Indiana Historic Pathways workshop for teachers, interpreters, and other educators on the Buffalo Trace….

(PATOKA LAKE) – Patoka Lake has determined hunt dates for its three waterfowl resting areas for 2019-2020. The Sycamore Creek area will remain closed this…

(UNDATED) – Hunters can apply online for a reserved waterfowl hunt through Sept. 16. Participating properties include Goose Pond, Hovey Lake, Kankakee, Kingsbury, LaSalle, and…

(UNDATED) – According to the Indiana Department of Natural Resources, there have been several reports of a deadly virus impacting the white-tail deer population in…

(UNDATED) – National Public Lands Day is September 28. This is the nation’s largest single-day volunteer effort for public lands. Celebrate by helping a DNR…

(INDIANAPOLIS) – Amanda Wuestefeld, who has worked full-time in the DNR Division of Fish & Wildlife for more than 25 years, was promoted to division…

(WILLIAMS) – The Spice Valley public access site near Williams will be temporarily closed for paving operation until Sept. 5, according to the Department of…