Annual Family Fishing Derby June 8 in Indiana

Indiana Department of Natural Resources 05.24.13

Chain O’ Lakes State Park is hosting a Family Fishing Derby, June 8, 2013, from 7:00am to 11:00am. Registration begins at 6:30am at Sand Lake Boat Rental. Fishing can be from shore or boat on Sand Lake only. All Indiana DNR Fishing Rules and Regulations apply. All fish must be weighed-in by 11:00am. All fish must be alive at weigh-in. Prizes will be awarded at 11:30am in Pan fish and Sport fish categories as well as an overall “Catch of the Day.” For more information about the Fishing Derby, please contact Naturalist Leslie Arnold at 260-636-2654 or chaininterp@dnr.in.gov. The Family Fishing Derby is free of charge; however, weekend park gate entrance fees do apply.

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."