Resource conservation in Jasper, Indiana

Purdue Extension Dubois County, located at 505 West 5th Street in Jasper, Indiana, is a branch of Purdue University that focuses on improving lives and livelihoods through educational resources. The institution offers programs in Agriculture and Natural Resources, Health and Human Sciences, Economic and Community Development, and 4-H Youth Development. For more information, contact Purdue Dubois County Extension at duboisces@purdue.edu or (812) 482-1782. Indiana 4-H is also seeking input from employers in the food, agriculture, forestry, and related industries about workforce needs and practices. Visit their main office at 615 Mitch Daniels Blvd. in West Lafayette, IN for more information.

Located at 3084 Dillard Road in Birdseye, Indiana, the Patoka Lake Main Office serves as the central hub for visitors to explore the vast 26,000 acres of land and water that make up Patoka Lake. This campground, lodging, and park facility offers a variety of recreational activities and educational programs for guests to enjoy. With attractions such as Newton-Stewart SRA, Jackson SRA, Lick Fork SRA, and more, Patoka Lake is a prime example of lake ecology, providing habitat for freshwater jellyfish, bald eagles, river otters, and osprey. The property is home to nonreleasable ambassador raptors, including the famous bald eagle C52, who educated countless visitors during his time at Patoka Lake.