Most of the state parks, as well as one state nature preserve, have volunteer organizations (Friends groups) dedicated to supporting the mission of that property. Each is…
12 - Jan - 2025
12 - Jan - 2025
By John Goss The 2025 Indiana legislative session will include approving a state budget for the next two fiscal years, 2025-26 and 2026-27. IPA’s 3 Top Priorities…
12 - Jan - 2025
By Ginger Murphy Winter in the parks is the perfect time to explore the outdoors! The winter season offers a unique look at some of Indiana’s natural…
11 - Jan - 2025
Ronald Hellmich, Director DNR Division of Nature Preserves The Division of Nature Preserves proposed, and the Natural Resources Commission approved five nature preserve dedications in 2024. These include 4…
11 - Jan - 2025
Patriots for the Park is the name of a student organization at Owen Valley High School, located in Spencer, Indiana. The group recently announced an initiative to…
11 - Jan - 2025
Since its inception IPA has advocated for increases in funding for state parks and state owned nature preserves, to help reverse the effects of years of neglect. In…
28 - Sep - 2024
By Teena Ligman, President, Friends of Spring Mill State Park The weekends when Civil War reenactments come to Spring Mill State Park are among the most popular…
28 - Sep - 2024
As a child I was introduced to nature by my father, who was an avid fisherman. However, even before he kindled that love of nature, I was…
28 - Sep - 2024
At a special public meeting at Prophetstown State Park on Wednesday, Lilly Endowment announced a grant of $50 million to help develop and grow Indiana’s state parks. …
26 - Jan - 2024
Last February IPA inaugurated a new concept to help members learn the latest news and developments in state parks and nature preserves. We held a virtual one-on-one session…
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