Report Interesting Sightings!

Did you see an otter, or an eagle?  Share the sighting and location with others, so they can share in the fun, too. CONTACT US to let us know!
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Visit The Refuge!

Interactive maps and PDF versions are available on our VISIT page!

About the Friends...

Over the years, small groups of Refuge supporters have worked on projects such as building trails, surveying wildlife and eradicating invasive species.  As the numbers of volunteers grew, so did the desire to do more…for both the Refuge and our communities.

In 2009, a group of these dedicated volunteers teamed with the Conservation Law Center at Indiana University and decided to incorporate as a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting and promoting the Patoka River National Wildlife Refuge and Management Area. The Friends of the Patoka River National Wildlife Refuge was born!  In 2010 the group received tax exempt status as a 501(c)3 public charity. 

Today, the Friends are still building trails and fighting invasive species on the Refuge, but they're also planning for the future. You're seeing more of the Friends out in the Community: offering programs and activities, and educating the public about this special place and what it has to offer. We hope you'll come out to a program or join us for a work session.  We're always looking for a few more Friends!

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What's Happening?

Check our HAPPENINGS page to learn more about what's going on at Patoka River NWR!

2023 Board of Directors

Doug Brown
Nancy Gehlhausen, Secretary
Liz Haig, Vice President
David Howell
Jim Isaacs
Bob Kinkle
Julie Loehr
Bill McCoy, President
Preston Richardt
Nathan Sparks
Sue Vernier, Treasurer
Richard Vidiella
​Vicky Whitaker
​Mike Williams