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The Weekly Special concluded its production in fall 2018; the page below is an archive.

WTIU continues its exploration of the Hoosier state with a new series, Journey Indiana.

Posts tagged park

December 14, 2017

 

Audubon Christmas Bird Count

Beginning in 1900, the Audubon Society's Christmas Bird Count is the longest-running citizen science bird project in the world, providing vital data each year.

December 7, 2017

 

Limberlost Wetlands Preserve

The Limberlost Wetlands Preserve features over 200 bird species residing in 1,800 acres of restored wetlands, including the Loblolly Marsh Nature Preserve.

June 29, 2017

 

Sand Sculpture Contest

For 20 years, the Indiana Dunes State Park has held their annual Sand Sculpture Contest, inviting participants from across Indiana to enjoy a day at the beach.

April 27, 2017

 

West Terre Haute Little League

After receiving a community grant, volunteers from across West Terre Haute joined together to transform their baseball fields into a family sanctuary and park.

November 3, 2016

 

Pine Hills Nature Preserve

Founded in 1961, the Pine Hills Nature Preserve is the state's first official nature preserve, featuring old growth forests and the infamous Devil's Backbone.

June 30, 2016

 

Columbian Park Zoo

The second oldest zoo in Indiana, the Columbian Park Zoo has contributed to the Lafayette community for over 100 years. Today, it remains free to the public.

July 23, 2015

 

Sand Sculpture Contest

For 20 years, the Indiana Dunes State Park has held their annual Sand Sculpture Contest, inviting participants from across Indiana to enjoy a day at the beach.

July 3, 2014

 

West Terre Haute Little League

After receiving a community grant, volunteers from across West Terre Haute joined together to transform their baseball fields into a family sanctuary and park.

December 19, 2013

 

Audubon Christmas Bird Count

Beginning in 1900, the Audubon Society's Christmas Bird Count is the longest-running citizen science bird project in the world, providing vital data each year.

August 11, 2011

 

At the Park

We have some great parks in Indiana - theme parks, state parks, and even a wolf park!

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