Work to pave the western portion of the Vandalia Trail has been moving along, and the current estimated completion date is October of this year.
Our Superintendent and Park Manager are out at the Vandalia Trail on almost a daily …
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Hendricks County Parks Seeking Part-Time Naturalist
Hendricks County Parks & Recreation now has a position open for part-time Assistant Park Naturalist!
We are looking for an Assistant Naturalist to help provide high quality, modern, nature-based programs to the community, assist with Nature Center staffing at McCloud …
Hendricks County Parks Now Hiring Part-Time Maintenance
Hendricks County Parks & Recreation now has a position open for part-time maintenance!
We are looking for an individual 18 years of age or older who is interested in working up to 28 hours per week, primarily outdoors, performing general …
Parks, Ecotherapy Help Combat Physical and Mental Health Issues
While parks provide a significant economic impact to communities, they also play a major role in health and wellness, offering free or inexpensive ways to improve a variety of common physical and mental health concerns.
Indiana is the 15th…
Hendricks County Parks Now Hiring Seasonal Naturalists
Hendricks County Parks & Recreation now has two (2) positions open for part-time seasonal Assistant Park Naturalists!
One of the positions will last from March 28 through October 28, 2017, while the other position will last from May 9 through …
Hendricks County Park Board Reflects on Past, Moves Toward Future
The Hendricks County Park Board elected its 2017 officers at their monthly meeting on Jan. 4 and now rapidly approaches its 17th anniversary of dedication to the preservation of green space and wildlife, as well as recreation opportunities for …
Vandalia Trail Improvements to Benefit Hendricks County
In the 19th and 20th centuries, the Vandalia Railroad connected Hendricks County towns, providing convenient travel and thriving commerce between them. Today’s Vandalia Trail corridor vibrantly restores that link with a modern progressive twist. Improvements to the western …
Parks Positively Impact Housing, Economic Development
It is not news that people want to live near parks and trails. They want to be close to what makes their lives better.
That’s the message from Matt Howrey, president of North Salem State Bank, a strong supporter …
The Economic Impact of Local Parks
Parks are pretty. They’re relaxing. They’re fun and educational and great places for families and friends to gather. But did you know that parks also play a major role in our economy?
The National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) conducted …