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February 1, 2022 News

Public Invitation

As the Elkhart County Parks explores ways to restore the biological diversity and safety in the Elkhart River watershed, the public is invited to an overview meeting on Tuesday, February 8 2022 at 6 p.m. (EST), that will discuss the final results of a grant-based feasibility study on Benton and Baintertown Dams. Read the official announcement on the Engineering Feasibility Project and meeting details here.

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πŸƒ History, Nature, and Inspiration Come Together πŸƒ History, Nature, and Inspiration Come Together 

Step into the historic DeFries Homestead and discover the life of Gene Stratton-Porter, whose passion for the outdoors made her one of Indiana's most celebrated authors and naturalists. 

Presented by Tiffany Parker, this engaging program explores the enduring influence of Stratton-Porter's writing, photography, and love for nature. 

πŸ“… Tuesday, August 18 
πŸ•– 7:00–8:00 p.m. 
πŸ“ DeFries Homestead 
17788 County Road 46, New Paris, IN 

This free program is presented by Elkhart County Parks. We hope to see you there! 

*photo of Gene Stratton-Porter's Cabin from www.indianamuseum.org
Bug Night is tomorrow evening! You won't want to Bug Night is tomorrow evening!  You won't want to miss it!

Try to catch a grasshopper, taste a chocolate-covered cricket, get your face painted, grab a tasty snack, look for a roly poly under a log, learn how to get rid of the Spotted Lanternfly, make-n-take an insect mask and much more!

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πŸ“–πŸŒΈ An Evening with Gene Stratton-Porter's Legacy πŸ“–πŸŒΈ An Evening with Gene Stratton-Porter's Legacy 

Before wildlife photography became commonplace, Gene Stratton-Porter was capturing stunning images of birds, flowers, and wild places while sharing her passion through bestselling books. 

Learn about her remarkable life during a special presentation by Tiffany Parker, North Regional Director of the Gene Stratton-Porter State Historic Site. 

πŸ“… Tuesday, August 18 
πŸ•– 7:00–8:00 p.m. 
πŸ“ DeFries Homestead 
17788 County Road 46, New Paris, IN 

Admission is free. Bring a friend and enjoy an evening celebrating one of Indiana's most remarkable storytellers. 

*Photo is Gene Stratton-Porter's Garden taken from www.indianamuseum.org
Bug Night is this Friday! Don't miss out on all t Bug Night is this Friday!  Don't miss out on all the buggy fun! 

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Cobus Creek County Park
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