Experience Otter Creek Brings Environmental Education to Markle Mill Park

Last week, Ouabache Land Conservancy hosted Experience Otter Creek at Markle Mill Park in North Terre Haute.

Attendees of all ages explored the diverse ecosystem of the Otter Creek Watershed through engaging demonstrations and activities, including wildlife tracks, invasive species, beekeeping, and more. Captivating presentations by Providence Wildlife Rehabilitation featured Henrietta the red-tailed hawk and Stirling the great horned owl, and IDEM demonstrated fish identification with electrofishing.

In addition to educational exhibits, attendees enjoyed a bounce house, and many took home free trees provided by Ouabache Land Conservancy. The event was made possible by the support of several partners and sponsors, including Purdue Extension, Vigo County Soil and Water Conservation District, Terre Haute Parks & Recreation, IDEM, Vigo County Parks & Recreation, Wabash Valley Audubon Society, Indiana State University, and the Wabash River Heritage Corridor Commission.

The event brought community members together to learn about the wonders of the Otter Creek Watershed.