Friends of Tippecanoe River State Park

06/07/2026

This coming Tuesday, June 9, we will hold our monthly meeting. it will be at the nature center in Tippecanoe River State Park @ 6:30. All are welcome!

06/04/2026

This coming weekend, June 6 & 7, 2026 is a free fishing weekend where you may fish INDIANA PUBLIC WATERS withOUT a license or trout/salmon stamp.
The weather doesn't look too favorable for Saturday right now, but if you go out the Winamac Fish & Wildlife, you can borrow a fishing pole & you will also be given free bait/nightcrawlers by the naturalists from TRSP Winamac Fish & Wildlife.

05/27/2026

***VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!***
The Tippecanoe River State Park Nature Center is needing some volunteers on specific dates this summer. You don't need any special certifications or degrees, just a love for the outdoors & enjoy teaching others about nature.
DATES:
June 14, 19, & 20
July 26 & 27
August 22
September 18 & 19
TIME of helping will be 12 noon to 4pm.
If you are intersted, please call the Friends of Tippecanoe River State Park office to inquire & set up a date!

05/18/2026

DID YOU KNOW...that Indiana has it's own State Parks Podcast where they spotlight a specific park?! Well, they do! And a few weeks ago they visited Vernon Gillum from at very own Tippecanoe River State Park!
Click the link to listen to the 39 minute episode.

Listen to Tippecanoe River State Park: History, Diversity, Community from IN the Parks. Come with me to Tippecanoe River State Park where there is so much to discover! Hear about the history, fire tower, diverse ecosystems, wildlife, camping, generous community, and activities at this beautiful park...

05/16/2026

Today's make-up SPRING EGG HUNT was a hit! So many awesome prizes were handed out to the kids. Which leads me to a HUGE "THANK YOU" to ROSE ACRE FARMS for their generous donation of those prizes!
Smokey Bear was there as well and was a hit as always!(Please share your picts and/or tag us!))

05/16/2026

It looks as though the rain will be DONE BY 10:30 so our SPRING EGG HUNT WILL GO ON! Be sure to wear boots or something similar as the grass will be wet!
SEE YOU @ 11:00 TODAY at the nature center!!!
Tippecanoe River State Park

05/10/2026

This Tuesday, May 12th, is the monthly meeting for the Friends of Tippecanoe River State Park group.
It will be outside @ 6:30 p.m. at the nature center!
https://maps.app.goo.gl/7MoaGVBFTLWwj6AN8
If you are interested in joining the group, you are welcome to come observe before joining!

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05/02/2026

🌸 CELEBRATE THE SPRING SEASON AT TIPPECANOE RIVER STATE PARK!🌸
Shake off the winter chill and embrace the outdoors with the Friends of Tippecanoe River State Park group and Smokey Bear!
Join us for a fun-filled event while taking in the beauty of nature. Bring your family and friends to experience the fresh air, vibrant wildlife and maybe walk a trail after the event.
(this is our make-up event for cancelling the Easter egg hunt due to the river flooding.)
📅 Event Details Date: Saturday, May 16, 2026 @ 11:00 AM at the Nature Center, Tippecanoe River State Park🌿
https://maps.app.goo.gl/tvEvNsztGwHkTBnw5
🎫 Park gate fees apply at the entrance ($7 for in-state vehicles; $9 for out-of-state). FREE entry into the park for guests holding a valid Indiana State Parks Annual Entrance Pass!
https://stores.innsgifts.com/2026-annual-entrance-pass-entrance-pass/
The AEP gets you into ANY Indiana state park! So, if you go to an Indiana state park more than 7 times in a calender year, having one is worth it!

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