Indiana’s Salamonie Interpretive Center to Host Live Birds of Prey, May 18

Indiana Department of Natural Resources 05.14.13

The public can see live birds of prey at Salamonie Interpretive Center on Saturday, May 18.

The family-oriented event, sponsored by Upper Wabash Interpretive Services, runs from 10 to 11 a.m. Birds from the interpretive center and Soarin’ Hawk Raptor Rehab will be featured.

The event is part of the national “Kids to Parks Day 2013.” After the raptor program, families are encouraged to take a hike on one of many trails, bring a picnic and enjoy spending time at one of Indiana’s State Parks & Reservoir properties.

The raptor program is free after the standard gate fee of $5 per in-state vehicle and $7 per out-of-state vehicle.

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

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."