Ouabache State Park will partner with the Friends of Ouabache State Park and Wells County Purdue Extension to host a series of Indiana Master Naturalist classes from March 12 through May 14, all on Wednesdays, from noon to 3 p.m.

The Indiana Master Naturalist Program (IMNP) is an educational/volunteer program developed by the Indiana Department of Natural Resources and Purdue University Extension to provide Hoosiers a chance to learn about the natural environment through hands-on educational opportunities. Class sessions will cover birds, trees, pollinators, rivers, and more.

The mission of the IMNP is to bring together natural resources specialists with adult learners to foster an understanding of Indiana’s plants, water, soils, and wildlife and to promote volunteer service in local communities.

The fee for the series of classes is $80. To get a registration form or learn more about the program, contact Jody Heaston, Indiana State Parks Volunteer Coordinator, at jheaston@dnr.IN.gov or 463-203-6562 or visit Wells County Purdue Extension at 4-H Park in Bluffton. Registrations are due by March 3.

The standard park entrance fee will be waived for students during class times.

Ouabache State Park (on.IN.gov/ouabache) is at 4930 E. St. Road 201, Bluffton, 46714.