Welcome Back Weekend Mounds State Park April 30, 2010

Have fun, be fit, and join us at Mounds State Park this first weekend of May. The recreation season is underway, and we want to welcome you back by offering fun activities and more. Camp or drive in daily to enjoy our programs - we'll have you walking the trails, touring our historic home, searching for "lost" mounds, and wandering the woodlands for a glimpse of beautiful spring wildflowers.

Additionally, Sunday May 2nd is “Free Admission to State Parks & Reservoirs Day”. This is our way of saying "thanks" to those of you who regularly visit our state parks and reservoirs. This is also an invitation to anyone who has never checked out our trails, campgrounds, nature centers, or programs to take a first look for free.

To make your camping reservations, call 1-866-6CAMPIN (1-866-622-6746) or visit www.CAMP.IN.gov.

The weekend’s events are as follows:

Saturday, May 1st

10am - Park Perimeter Hike: Join us as we hike all of Trail 5 to get our hearts pumping and view many of the parks unique features. Learn about State Parks & Reservoirs 2010 Fitness Challenge and enter to win a free park pass! Meet at the Visitor Center Porch.

1-4pm - The Historic Bronnenbergs Open House: Come see the efforts of our Friends of Mounds State Park group. They’ve been helping restore this 1840's and would love to share the story of the Bronnenberg family's legacy. Special 30-min tours each hour. Bronnenberg House.

7pm - The Lost Mounds: Did you know there were two mounds near the campground? Join us on this short hike to discover these "lost" mounds. Meet at Campground Shower Building.

Sunday, May 2nd “Free Admission to State Parks & Reservoirs Day”

1-4pm - Bronnenberg House Open: Come see the efforts of our Friends of Mounds State Park group. They’ve been helping restore this 1840's and would love to share the story of the Bronnenberg family's legacy. Bronnenberg House.

2pm - Spring Bloomers: The woodlands are full of life this spring season, and we'll go in search of some of the park's most beautiful wildflowers. Meet at Visitor Center Porch.