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Welcome back
The temperature is rising, the fish are biting and the wildflowers along the hiking trails signal that we’re ready for a wide array of outdoor activities at Indiana's 24 state parks and 8 reservoirs.
Welcome Back Weekend is May 3-5.
This is the perfect time to plan for a weekend of wildlife watching, a night by a crackling campfire, and a day or two to relax and escape a hectic world without traveling far from home.
Some activities during the weekend include:
• Morel Mushroom Festival at Brown County State Park
• A “Hound Hike” at Shakamak State Park
• Geocaching and evening music at Harmonie State Park
• Girl and Boy Scout Badge Day at Monroe Lake
• Outdoor cooking workshop at Ouabache State Park
• A look back at construction of the dams and reservoirs at Salamonie and Mississinewa Lakes.
Check out Welcome Back Weekend programs at your favorite property.
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What’s new in State Parks and Reservoirs this summer?
Ever drive through a property and see something new? Every property makes changes and improvements each year. Some are big, like the new aquatic center at Prophetstown State Park, and some are less visible, but still important, like improvements to the campground electrical service at Potato Creek State Park. Check out highlights for your favorite property.
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 SPR GO! Two ways to get outside for less
• Get your annual pass, camping or an Inn gift certificate, state park pool pass and much more in our SPR Go! Value Pack. It’s a great way to save on your summer vacation.
• Visit a state park or reservoir close to home this summer. There’s one within an hour of nearly every Hoosier. Use the Indiana Recreation Guide or DNR Recreation Finder to pick your new place to play.
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Remember your Lake Permit
All motorized and non-motorized boats moored or operating on state park, state forest or reservoir lakes in Indiana must have a lake permit displayed on the boat. Pick up a permit ($22 motorized, $5 non-motorized) at any State Park or Reservoir office, at the DNR Customer Service Center or online at www.innsgifts.com. Make sure you’re ready for summer boating.
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Indiana Heritage Corps: A great way to spend a season
There are a few open summer Indiana Heritage Corps positions, and applications are now being accepted for the fall session, which lasts from early September through mid-November. The IHC is a part of Americorps, and members receive a living stipend and housing on property as they help construct and repair hiking trails. If you’re interested, email IndianaHeritageCorps@dnr.IN.gov
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Quick links
• Make your camping or shelter reservation today
• Get up-to-the-minute updates on Facebook
• Check out Indiana State Park Inns
• Special events for 2013
• Fishing information and regulations
• Saddle up for a trail ride
• Nature, history and outdoor recreation programs year-round
• Find out about getting healthy at Indiana State Parks and Reservoirs and how we work to keep our parks healthy, too.
• Great mountain biking at Indiana State Parks and Reservoirs
• Volunteer at a State Park or Reservoir
• Camping with your dog
• Hoosier Quest Program for Families Outdoors
• Mother Nature’s Mercantile E-store for passes, permits and gifts online www.innsgifts.com
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