Mt. Carmel Fault Wildflower hike, April 19 in Indiana

Indiana Department of Natural Resources 04.05.13

Participants in this free, guided hike on April 19 will follow an earthquake fault line south of Bloomington in search of spring wildflowers.

The hike will be led by Monroe Lake naturalist Jill Vance. Participants will meet at 6 p.m. at the Paynetown State Recreation Area Activity Center and then caravan to the hike’s starting point, about a 15-minute drive south. The hike will end by 8 p.m.

Vance will lead hikers through a variety of habitats, both on- and off-trail, in search of beautiful spring “ephemerals.”

The hike is limited to 14 people. Registration is required by April 16 to the Paynetown Activity Center at (812) 837-9967 or jvance@dnr.IN.gov (include a phone number).

Monroe Lake is at 4850 South State Road 446, Bloomington, 47401.

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."