Indiana’s Raccoon State Recreation Area Hosts Archery Program, Sept. 21

Indiana Department of Natural Resources 09.05.13

Visitors to Raccoon State Recreation Area can shoot a bow for the first time or sharpen their skills on a 3D archery trail at the second annual “Discover Archery” program on Saturday, Sept. 21.

The event will take place at the archery trail, which features multiple shooting stations.

Beginning archery programs are at 9 a.m. and 2 p.m.

Archery Day is open to everyone. No broadheads are allowed.

Raccoon State Recreation Area (stateparks.IN.gov/2959.htm) is at 1588 S. Raccoon Parkway, Rockville, IN 47872.

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."