DNR
Smokey Bear birthday at Roush Lake
By HFP Reporter on Thursday, May 13th, 2010
Smokey Bear's Birthday Bash will be held May 22, at J. Edward Roush Lake near Huntington, in the Kilsoquah State Recreation Area, and is open to both day visitors and campers. The fun starts with decorating for the party at 4:30 p.m., followed by bike and belt decorating at 6 p.m. Those who plan to ride bikes in the 6:45 p... Read More...
Eastern Tent Caterpillars Invade Area
By Tom Stong on Wednesday, April 28th, 2010
The Eastern Tent Caterpillar (ETC) has been found in Huntington County on flowering trees. These pests can appear in large numbers and can nearly defoliate a small tree. This insect is one of the first insects out in the spring-time and sometimes hatches even before leaf buds break. These web-making insects are called tent caterpillars because they produce webs in the central crotches of trees... Read More...
Seniors lunch topic is wildflowers
By HFP Reporter on Monday, April 19th, 2010
Individuals age 50 or older are invited to enjoy Wildflowers at their Best at the May 3 senior' lunch at the Salamonie Interpretive Center. Interpretive naturalist Marvin McNew will present his annual wildflower program through Powerpoint slides and take a short walk on the Turkey Cove Trail to look for wildflowers... Read More...
Salamonie Reservoir birding event
By HFP Reporter on Thursday, April 8th, 2010
Upper Wabash Interpretive Services will hold its annual Bird Extravaganza on April 24, 8:15 a.m.-4 p.m., at Salamonie Reservoir's Lost Bridge West. This year's lineup includes a walk through the woods in search of early spring migrants with renowned Indiana birdwatcher Jim Haw. Those interested should meet at the interpretive center at 8 a... Read More...
New lake depth maps now online
By HFP Reporter on Thursday, March 25th, 2010
Good news for Hoosier anglers: new lake depth maps now online
Maps of selected Indiana lakes, which show their depths in greater detail than available previously, are available online at no charge, making a Web site visit a wise move before fishing or enjoying other water sports.
These maps are at Read More...
