Trail Race at Indiana’s McCormick’s Creek SP, Sept. 30

The scenic trails of McCormick’s Creek State Park will be the venue for the Magnificent 7 Race Series trail running and walking event on Sunday, Sept. 30.

Registration begins at 1 p.m. in the nature center. The four-mile race will start at 2 p.m. and trek through Concord Field and Trail 9. Awards will be given to top finishers, runner and walker, in each age bracket.

Park entrance fees will be waived for race participants.

For more information, call the Owen County Family YMCA at (812) 828-9622, or go to owencountyymca.org to print an entry form. Race day registrations will be accepted. Participants also can register at mag7raceseries.com

Half of the race proceeds will help the Friends of McCormick’s Creek State Park pay for family programming and special events. The remainder will help low-income families pay for YMCA memberships.

McCormick’s Creek State Park is at 250 McCormick’s Creek Park Road, Spencer, 47460.

Indiana Department of Natural Resources

The Indiana Department of Natural Resources is the agency of the U.S. state of Indiana charged with maintaining natural areas such as state parks, state forests, recreation areas, etc. There are many divisions within the DNR and each has a specific role. The DNR is not only responsible for maintaining resource areas but also manages Indiana's fish and wildlife, reclaims coal mine ground, manages forested areas, aids in the management of wildlife on private lands, enforces Indiana's conservation laws, and many other duties not named here. According to the department's website, their mission is "to protect, enhance, preserve, and wisely use natural, cultural, and recreational resources for the benefit of Indiana's citizens through professional leadership, management, and education."