Fort Harrison State Park in Lawrence offers numerous events through the spring and summer season, including guided nature walks, concerts and presentations.
Upcoming events at Fort Harrison are:
- Sweeping Swallows: Naturalist Sarah Fox will lead a presentation about the swooping birds that can be seen around Delaware Lake, including the best places to watch swallows in the park. The presentation starts at 1 p.m. May 25 at the park’s information center, 6000 N. Post Rd. No registration is required for this free event.
- Sunday Morning Bird Walk: The last Sunday Morning Bird Walk of the season is set for 8 a.m. May 26, led by naturalist Emilie Sweet. Participants are encouraged to bring binoculars, water and appropriate footwear for a two-hour walk. Meet at the northeast corner of Delaware Lake parking lot. No registration is required for this free event.
- Indiana Mammals: Naturalist Sarah Fox will lead a presentation about the variety of mammals in Indiana, their characteristics and how to identify individual species. The presentation starts at 1 p.m. May 26 at the park’s information center, 6000 N. Post Rd. No registration is required for this free event.
- Summer Concert Series: Park visitors are invited to bring a lawn chair and relax on the park’s sledding hill while listening to a free concert by local musicians. The music begins at 7 p.m. Leashed dogs are welcome.
- Intro to Fishing: Registration has closed for this free class, which takes place at 9 a.m. June 16. For information about future classes, contact Christopher Conner at cconner2@dnr.IN.gov.
- Beginner Catfishing: Registration has closed for this free class, which takes place at 12:30 p.m. June 16. For information about future classes, contact Christopher Conner at cconner2@dnr.IN.gov.
New events are added to the park’s calendar throughout the season. For updated information, visit bit.ly/3woYIYC.