Visit the Indiana DNR
at the Indy Boat, Sport & Travel Show
The Boat, Sport and Travel Show runs from Feb. 20 through March 1 at the Indiana State Fairgrounds.
Raptors from Hardy Lake, Snakes from O'Bannon Woods and furry K9 conservation officers will be on hand.
Stop by the Indiana DNR booth and get your hands on Outdoor Indiana’s 2015 calendar. It's available at the boat show for $5, a 50 percent savings.
Be sure to pick up a copy of the 2015 DNR Fishing Regulations Guidebook or buy your fishing license.
SPR GO! Savings Pack's will be available. Enjoy the outdoors in 2015 and save money, too. SPR GO! Trails and Waves packages will be available for purchase at the Boat, Sport and Travel Show. These value packages are a great way to get 2015 annual passes and other permits. You can also buy them online.
Coastal program seeks board members
The Indiana DNR Lake Michigan Coastal Program is seeking nominations for all 13 voting members of the Coastal Advisory Board.
Members represent the coast area’s various stakeholder groups and provide program input. Nominations are due by Feb. 27. Address questions to coastal@dnr.IN.gov.
Concerned about coyotes?
Come to our informational programs:
Feb. 19: Ivy Tech, Lafayette, 6-8 p.m.
Feb. 25: Allen County Public Library (downtown branch),
Fort Wayne, 6-8 p.m.
April 2: Greenwood Library, 5:30-7:30 p.m.
All presentations are free but registration is required.
Please contact the Division of Fish & Wildlife’s education office dfwed@dnr.IN.gov or (317) 234-2440 to sign up for one of the programs.
 Inaugural Bridal Show at Clifty Inn, Feb. 8
From 2-5 p.m. in the Clifty lnn Overlook room at Clifty Falls State Park visit with: DJs, photographers, bakeries, makeup artists, videographers, wedding planners, and florists.
The Falls Restaurant at Clifty Inn would love to be your caterer on your special day. Tastings will be available throughout the event.
$5 admission.
Contact Kim Gardner at Clifty Inn with questions at
(812) 265-4135 or kgardner@dnr.IN.gov.
Brewmaster 2015 with Bloomington Brewing Company on March 7
Eat, sleep and drink at Canyon Inn in McCormick's Creek State Park. The event starts at 6:30 p.m., and includes overnight accommodations, beer tastings, dinner and breakfast. Prices start at $189. To reserve your spot, visit Indianainns.com and use code (0307BM).
 Enjoy a romantic Valentine’s Day evening at an Indiana State Park Inn
Canyon Inn - Feb. 14
Overnight package starts at $179/couple and includes overnight accommodations, breakfast, and dinner for two, and music from 8-11 p.m. Cash bar available.
Clifty Inn - Feb. 14
Overnight package with dinner starts at $225/couple and includes overnight accommodations and breakfast & dinner for two.
Dinner & music is $50/couple and includes prime rib, stuffed pork chop or chicken marsala, many sides and a variety of cakes and cheesecakes. Dinner is served 6:30-8:30 p.m.; music is 8:30-11:30 p.m. $10 at the door; cash bar available.
Fort Harrison State Park Inn - Feb. 14
Overnight package with dinner costs $165/couple and includes overnight accommodations, dinner for two served at the Garrison Restaurant, and a bottle of sparkling wine and chocolate-covered strawberries in your room. Must be at least 21 to purchase.
Dinner only: $29.95/person and includes seafood bar, prime rib, crab-stuffed orange roughy, multiple sides, a fully loaded salad bar, and a variety of desserts. Coffee & tea included.
Spring Mill Inn - Feb. 13
Overnight package with dinner: $149.99/couple; 7 p.m. dinner includes prime rib, bacon-stuffed pork tenderloin, pasta primavera, salad, accompanied by sides, chocolate cake or strawberry cheesecake, and one beer or glass of wine. Live music will be provided, and a cash bar will be available.
Dinner & Music: $50/couple
Turkey Run Inn - available Feb. 9-15
Overnight package starts at $199.99/couple and includes overnight accommodations in your room type of choice, breakfast & dinner for two, a bottle of house wine, and a special gift in your room. Must be 21 or older to purchase.
All reservations can be made by calling 877-Lodges1 or by visiting www.IndianaInns.com
Get outside or play indoors at State Parks in February
Enjoy the cold and snow at your favorite state park this month, or stay warm inside with your friends and family.
Get Outside….
• Pokagon’s Refrigerated Toboggan is open for one more month. The last day to ride is Sunday, March 1. View a live feed of the toboggan in operation and check out hours, pricing and other details.
• Old-Time Winter on the Farm at O’Bannon Woods State Park is on Saturday, Feb. 7 from noon-3 p.m. at the Hickory Hollow Nature Center. It includes a Historic Haypress demonstration at 1 p.m., Dutch-oven cooking, tomahawk throwing, blacksmithing and more.
• Civil War Winter in the Pioneer Village at Spring Mill State Park on Feb. 14-15 with a winter tactical battle re-enactment at 2 p.m. each day.
• Valentine’s Day Hike on Feb. 14 at Charlestown State Park features a 2.4-mile, two-hour hike with views of Fourteenmile Creek and the surrounding valley. Meet at the Trail 1 parking lot. Wear good shoes. A walking stick is recommended.
• Birdhouse Building Workshop and “The Great Backyard Bird Count” on Feb. 15 at Prophetstown State Park. Wood, nails, and hammers provided, followed by outdoor bird watching. Registration is required by Feb. 12, and space is limited. Call (765) 567-4919 or email amanuel@dnr.IN.gov to register. $10/birdhouse.
• Raise money with the Special Olympics Polar Plunge at 2 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 21 at Versailles State Park. Registration is from 11:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m. at the boat ramp or register online.
• Take a Winter Woodpecker Walk at Turkey Run State Park nature center at 10:45 a.m. on Valentine's Day, Feb. 14, to see as many as seven different woodpecker species, including the pileated. Drumming and courtship will be underway. Don't miss this one-hour moderate walk with an expert birder.
 …Or Stay Indoors
• Make a hairy woodpecker nesting box at Paynetown SRA (Monroe Lake) at 2 p.m. on Feb. 18 and learn about this bird’s mating and nesting behavior. $15/kit; limited to eight kits (up to two people may work on the same kit). Registration required by Feb. 13.
• Build a Bluebird House at Brown County State Park nature center at 9 a.m. Feb. 28 for $15. Register by calling the nature center, (812) 988-5240.
• Enjoy the Cowboy Gathering from 5-8:30 p.m. Feb. 28 at the Salamonie Interpretive Center, featuring a carry-in dinner with a program on Grand Canyon Mules. Main dish provided; donations accepted. Limited seating; registration required (260) 468-2127.
• Bluebird Nest Box Workshop at Potato Creek State Park from 1-4 p.m. Feb. 28. Build a Peterson-style nest box and learn how to manage for bluebirds. Cost is $20 plus park admission.
• Walking Stick Workshop at 1 p.m. on Feb. 28 at Prophetstown State Park. All ages welcome and age-appropriate tools offered. Registration is required by Feb. 26, and space is limited. Call the visitor's center at (765) 567-4919 or email amanuel@dnr.IN.gov to register. $5/walking stick. |
