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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 wildlife

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.

December 7, 2017

 

Gene Stratton-Porter

During her internationally-acclaimed career, Gene Stratton-Porter wrote 26 novels inspired by the beauty of the Limberlost Swamp near her Geneva, Indiana home.

October 19, 2017

 

Falls of the Ohio State Park

The Falls of the Ohio State Park features 386-million-year-old fossil beds considered among the largest exposed Devonian fossil beds in the world.

April 28, 2016

 

The Grand Kankakee Marsh

Once one of the largest freshwater wetlands in the U.S., the Grand Kankakee Marsh was nearly destroyed; today, conservationists are working to save the region.

December 1, 2011

 

December Delights

A visit with world-renowned wildlife artist William Zimmerman, a performance from April Eight and other December delights.

June 9, 2011

 

On A Boat

Joe's on a boat as we learn about sailing, fly fishing, and environmental issues concerning an area lake. Plus a trip to a Kids Fishing Derby.

October 14, 2010

 

Animals in Need

Unique stories of animals in need in our area - some with health problems, some who just need a home - and a story about animals giving back.

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