Posts by Steve Goerger
Critter Corner No. 35 – Snail Killing Flies by George Sly
I shouldn’t be surprised, having spent my adult life as a professional biologist, when a completely novel group of animals comes to my attention. Such is the nature of the tremendous biodiversity harbored on our planet. Despite years of study, field work, and reflection, the natural world will always produce something new and fascinating to…
Read MoreCritter Corner No. 33 – The Eastern Box Turtle by George Sly
Let me introduce to you a member of the Goose Pond FWA biota that I find fascinating in a variety of ways. It isn’t likely that the eastern box turtle would be the first animal you would think of as a Goose Pond resident. After all, it isn’t a marshland animal. Besides that, it is…
Read MoreMarsh Madness 2026 Fundraising Update from Kalli Dunn, Property Manager, Indiana DNR
Goose Pond celebrated 20 years as a Fish and Wildlife Area in fall of 2025. The area continues to be a valuable resource for wildlife and for people to enjoy alike. Part of what makes Goose Pond so special is the unique wetland habitats and grasslands found here, these are called early successional habitats. They…
Read More2027 Calendar Contest
It’s time to enter photos for the 2027 calendar contest. Time is short, please enter today! Friends of Goose Pond 2027 Calendar Photo Contest Highlighting Goose Pond FWA A challenge to creativity and photo skill for photographers of all ages. An opportunity for recognition in a calendar that will broaden awareness of the natural beauty…
Read MoreAnnual Big Sit! at GPFWA – Oct. 13, 2024
Enjoy the spectacular fall bird migration in the company of fellow bird and nature enthusiasts at the Goose Pond Fish & Wildlife Area. Join DNR, FoGP, and Sassafras Audubon Society during The Big Sit! an international event focused on recording all bird observations at one location over the course of a day. The Big Sit!…
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