The Indiana Association of Soil and Water Conservation Districts (IASWCD) was excited to feature a presentation about Goose Pond at our 2012 Annual Conference. IASWCD is part of the unique Indiana Conservation Partnership which aligns the interests of a variety of federal and state agencies, including the 92 Indiana Soil and Water Conservation Districts. Members of the Partnership, especially NRCS and the DNR, worked together over a number of years to make the Goose Pond Fish and Wildlife Area a reality. Goose Pond is an invaluable resource for Hoosiers! Read my post about wetlands to learn more.
Those interested in celebrating and learning more about Goose Pond are invited to its annual Marsh Madness bird festival, March 2-4. The celebration takes place at multiple locations around Greene County and takes place at during the height of the annual Sandhill Crane and waterfowl migration through the area.
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| Sanhill crane adult and chick |
The Friday kickoff event takes place from 6:30 - 10pm on March 2. Support the Visitor Center while enjoying a wine tasting from Oliver Winery at the Linton Elks Lodge. Also look for the silent auction! Tickets are $30/person.
Saturday's events run from 7am - 7pm. There is truly something for everyone! Families are welcome and there will be children's activities. Self-guided tours allow participants to witness the annual bird migration; guided tours by bus will be running hourly. Visitors can view live birds of prey, listen to speakers, attend workshops, and shop for arts and crafts. Tickets are only $5/person.
A fair featuring crafts and vendors as well as children's activities will take place on March 4 from noon to 5pm. It is free to attend.
For more information, and to buy tickets, visit marshmadness.info or call (812) 659-9901.
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