Indiana Scouts Can Earn Badges at Starve Hollow SRA

Indiana Department of Natural Resources 02.27.13

Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts can earn part or all of one of their outdoor or forestry badges during a March 23 event at Starve Hollow State Recreation Area in Vallonia.

The event is at 10 a.m. at the Forest Education Center.

Space is limited, and scouts must register in advance by calling Starve Hollow SRA at (812) 358-3464 or Jackson-Washington State Forest at (812) 358-2160.

Participants will take part in a winter tree identification hike and other activities. Participants should bring their own lunch and dress for the weather.

For more information, call (812) 358-3464 or e-mail sderringer@dnr.IN.gov.

Starve Hollow SRA is at 4345 S. County Road 275 W., Vallonia, 47281.

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."