Indiana’s Ouabache State Park to Hold Carp Catching Contest Aug. 17

Indiana Department of Natural Resources 08.06.13

Ouabache State Park will host a carp catching contest on Saturday, Aug. 17.

Registration begins at 8 a.m. at the boat house on Kunkel Lake. Anglers should bring their own pole or call ahead to borrow one.

The contest will be held 8:30 to 11 a.m. Prizes will be awarded for most carp caught and longest carp.

The standard entrance fee of $5 per in-state vehicle and $7 per out-of-state vehicle will be in effect.

Ouabache State Park (stateparks.IN.gov/2975.htm) is at 4930 E. St. Rd. 201, Bluffton, 46714.

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."