Indiana DNR Offers Talk with Goose Hunting Expert on Facebook

Indiana Department of Natural Resources 08.19.13

Facebook followers of the Indiana Department of Natural Resources can “talk” online about goose hunting with wildlife biologist Josh Griffin on Thursday, Aug. 22, from 2-3 p.m. (EDT), on the DNR’s Facebook wall.

Griffin will discuss regulations and season dates for Canada geese as well as tips for harvesting one. Participants are invited to join the conversation and bring any questions they would like answered.

Future topics, instructions on how to join a conversation on Facebook, and commenting guidelines are posted at dnr.IN.gov/7315.htm.

To join a chat, go to the DNR’s Facebook wall, facebook.com/INdnr, and click “like” (if you are not already a “friend”).

You may begin typing in questions during the time slot. The DNR experts will answer questions as time allows.

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."