Indiana’s Salamonie Seniors Monday Carry-in Luncheon, Nov. 5

Seniors age 50 and older are invited to attend the monthly Seniors Monday Carry-in Luncheon, Nov. 5, at the new meeting time of noon, at Salamonie Interpretive Center, in Lost Bridge West State Recreation Area in Andrews.

Interpretive naturalist Lynnanne Fager will present a program called “The Ins and Outs of Exotic Pets” and will have several pets on display.

Attendees should plan to bring their table service, a prepared dish to share and a $1 donation to help defray cost of the provided main dish. Advance registration is required.

To register, or for more information, call Upper Wabash Interpretive Services (UWIS) at (260) 468-2127.

Property gate fees apply, $5 per car ($7 out-of-state), unless an annual entrance pass has been purchased.

For more information on other UWIS programs, see dnr.IN.gov/uwis or Facebook at facebook.com/upperwabash.

Salamonie Lake is at 9214 West-Lost Bridge West, Andrews, 46702.

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."