Live Falcon Program at Indiana’s Dunes State Park, Feb. 9

Indiana Department of Natural Resources 01.28.13

Indiana Dunes State Park will host a special falcon program on Saturday, Feb. 9, at the nature center.

The program starts at 1 p.m. CST. It will feature North America’s smallest falcon, the American kestrel, and a partnership program in which citizens can help build and monitor kestrel nest boxes. A live kestrel will be featured during the program.

The American kestrel species is of concern due to its declining population.
The program is free after the entrance fee of $5 per in-state vehicle or $10 per out-of-state vehicle.

For more information, call (219) 926-1390.

Indiana Dunes State Park is at 1600 North 25 E. Chesterton, 46304.

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."