Indiana’s Last Breakfast with Raptors of the Year

Indiana Department of Natural Resources 11.02.12

The last opportunity this year to enjoy breakfast and a live raptor program at Falls of the Ohio State Park will be Nov. 10, from 8 to 9:30 a.m.

The event is in the park’s interpretive center lobby, where diners will enjoy a country breakfast from Chardeau’s Classic Catering in the company of several hawks from the Hardy Lake Raptor Rehab Center.

Cost is $20 for adults and $15 for children 10 and younger. Proceeds will benefit the Hardy Lake Raptor Rehab Center and Falls of the Ohio State Park.

Breakfast will be followed by a program from interpretive naturalist Leslie Grow.

This program is by reservation only with a limit of 48.

The bird lineup is subject to change depending on the health of the birds.

Falls of the Ohio State Park is at 201 W. Riverside Dr. Clarksville, 47129.

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."