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Shoreline fishing trip down the White River, Sept. 20-21

Follow DNR Go FishIN coordinator Clint Kowalik as he travels down the White River on a fishing adventure. At each spot, he’ll do a little fishing, take a few pictures, and talk about the fish and the habitat in that area.

Check out pics throughout the day on Facebook and Twitter or meet him at the river. Maybe you’ll discover your next favorite fishing spot as you see a little more of the White River through the eyes of an angler.

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Free youth hunting days, Sept. 8-9 and Nov. 24-25 

Any resident age 17 or younger on the date of the hunt can take any legal game in season during these free youth hunting days. Youth must be accompanied by an adult who is at least 18 years of age. 

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Indiana Archaeology Month starts Sept. 1

September marks the 23rd annual statewide celebration of Archaeology Month, an opportunity for all ages to learn about archaeology in Indiana.

Hoosier history buffs can meet archaeologists and learn about the state’s past at events held by universities, museums and other organizations and individuals throughout Indiana. The DNR Division of Historic Preservation & Archaeology coordinates Archaeology Month.

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Two Indiana nature preserves honored 

Chamberlain Lake and Spicer Lake, two nature preserves in St. Joseph County, have been named “Wetlands of Distinction” by the Society of Wetlands Scientists (SWS).

Status as a “wetland of distinction” means the wetland is one of the country’s most ecologically sensitive landscapes, and exhibits exemplary function and service.

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Fishing triathlon at Eagle Creek Park, Sept. 15

Bring your family and friends or come alone for this unique fishing event where you'll get to try catching fish three different ways from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Anglers 18 and older will need a fishing license to participate.

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Remember to register your off-road vehicle with BMV 

Hoosiers who own off-road vehicles (ORVs) purchased after Dec. 31, 2009 must register those ORVs through the Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV).

The registration law applies regardless of whether the ORV is driven on public or private land, although there are a few exceptions.

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Deer reduction zone season begins Sept. 15

Deer reduction zones, previously called urban zones, give hunters opportunities to harvest deer in defined urban areas and along portions of Indiana highways, in addition to statewide bag limits.

A deer reduction zone license is required, except for resident youth with a valid youth combination hunt/trap license or for lifetime comprehensive hunting license holders.

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Subscribe to Outdoor Indiana

The new Outdoor Indiana features an article on barn quilts. Barn quilts are large squares painted to resemble a quilt block and applied to the side of a barn. Read excerpts and subscribe today.


NRC meets at Fort Harrison State Park

The Natural Resources Commission will conduct its regular bi-monthly meeting on Sept. 18 at The Garrison Conference Center. The agenda will be posted before the meeting.

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