Indiana’s Ouabache SP Hosts Annual Fall Fest, Oct. 26-27

Ouabache State Park will host its annual Fall Fest, Oct. 26 and 27.

There will be pumpkin and plastic jug decorating Saturday evening. A limited supply of pumpkins will be available. Families should plan to bring their own pumpkins and plastic jugs. Visitors can also decorate their campsites for the campsite decorating contest.

Other Saturday evening activities include Foster Brown’s “Nature Theatre” music and an “If Animals Could Talk” guided trail hike from 7-9 p.m.

Sunday’s programs are “Autumn Art” at 1 p.m.; “Fabulous Fall Activities” from 2-4 p.m.; Trick or Treat from 5-6 p.m.; straw rides, and campsite and pumpkin judging at 7 p.m.; and an award ceremony with cider and s’mores at 8:30 p.m.

Camping reservations may be made at camp.IN.gov or at (866) 622-6746.

The standard gate fee of $5 per in-state vehicle and $7 per out-of–state vehicle will be charged.

For more information, see dnr.IN.gov/uwis or Facebook.com/UpperWabash, or call (260) 468-2127.

Ouabache State Park is at 4930 E. St. Rd. 201, Bluffton, 46714.

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."