The Indiana Wildlife Federation (IWF) routinely hosts Monarch Tagging events as a tool to educate both youth and adults about the unique, fragile and wonderous life cycle of the Monarch Butterfly (Danaus plexippus). At these events, we train learners to gently capture monarch butterflies in butterfly nets and affix a small numbered sticker to the […]
Much has happened since the first co-hosted forum with IWF Affiliate: White River Alliance and Purdue in February. First, the passage of SEA 389. This was followed by the establishment of Governor Holcomb’s Wetland Taskforce. The repeal of the Navigable Waters Protection Rule, a 2020 rule that narrowed the definition of “Waters of the United […]
This year, the Indiana General Assembly passed SEA 389, which significantly reduced protection for Indiana's remaining wetlands. It was a blow to all who understand the vital importance of wetlands to water resources and to wildlife, but it was not an endpoint. There is much we can still do ensure the continuation of Indiana's wetlands. The Hoosier Environmental Council and Indiana Wildlife Federation are hosting a webinar to review steps we can all take.
Volunteers needed: Join us in another Weed Wrangle where we will be removing invasive bush honeysuckle. Volunteers should bring gloves and either a hand saw or loppers. IWF and the City of Plainfield will provide some additional hand tools for those not able to bring one. Please RSVP to Tom Hohman if you are planning on attending: hohmantr@aol.com
The CECC is an alliance of some of the nation’s most insightful Black, Latinx, Indigenous, Asian, and Pacific Islander leaders and advocates of color that are committed to amplifying ideas, recommendations, and solutions that uplift the priorities and economic interests of historically marginalized communities by guiding clean energy economy policies and implementation.
Join Keep Indianapolis Beautiful and Indiana Wildlife Federation for a day of habitat restoration. We will work together to rebuild the understory along the White River. Small trees and shrubs will be planted to take place of the invasive species removed throughout the year. Habitat restoration increases local biodiversity, aids in flood control, and encourages […]
Learn about monarch butterflies and the importance of conservation while helping to complete a new mural!
Is there a better metaphor for “change” than the metamorphosis from caterpillar to chrysalis and finally to butterfly? This mysterious transformation process has evoked awe for millennia. This event asks what wider transformation needs to happen for our world to remain hospitable to these magnificent creatures.
To maintain clear transparency of our organization, the IWF annually hosts a meeting with members to share updates, track progress on goals, and to make any amendments to our bylaws. Members are invited to attend this virtual meeting.
Keynote Speaker: Dr. Mamie Parker Dr. Mamie Parker is a professional fish and wildlife biologist and made history serving as the first African American U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service (FWS) Regional Director of the 13 Northeastern states after working in the Great Lakes and Big Rivers regions. She has received numerous conservation awards and is […]
Join our Certified Sustainable Trail Partners, Brownsburg Parks, on the Maple Ridge trail for an invasive species removal! Brownsburg Parks has partnered with Southern Indiana Cooperative Invasive Management (SICIM) and Hendricks County Invasive Management Cooperative (HC-IMC) to participate in Weed Wrangle® 2022. Weed Wrangle® is a state-wide clean-up event dedicated to ridding Indiana of non-native […]
Friday Family Fun Events: Beginning at 6:00pm, parents can cheer on their kids as they race around the Ruins and along the trails during the 1-Mile Kids Run (ages 6-12) and Tot Trot (5 and under). Every finisher gets a prize! Once the races are over, everyone is invited to stick around and enjoy a […]
Saturday Morning: Beginning at 9:00am, the 5-mile run and 3-mile hike will challenge participants with hills, stairs, ravines, swales, and gulleys along the White River and Williams Creek. The Holliday Park Trail Run includes fun events for the whole family Friday evening, and both a 5-mile run and 3-mile hike on Saturday morning. Participants will scramble, hop, […]
