Frequently Asked Questions
How do I become a Friend of the Patoka River National Wildlife Refuge?
To become a Friend or volunteer, or to donate to the Friends, please visit our Become A Friend page. We love to make new Friends!
I have an idea about an activity or educational program that would be beneficial. Who do I contact?
Please contact Nancy Gehlhausen at 812.457.4859.
This is a "refuge," so why are hunting and fishing allowed?
When you hear the name National Wildlife Refuge, the first thought that may come to mind is that the name “refuge” must imply no hunting. It’s true that many refuges around the country do not allow hunting; but there are some 545 refuges around the country and many of them do. Refuges are managed with wildlife and their habitat in mind. Refuge managers, biologists, and staff work together for the betterment of wildlife, which includes game species on the refuge and keeping the habitats from becoming overpopulated.
To become a Friend or volunteer, or to donate to the Friends, please visit our Become A Friend page. We love to make new Friends!
I have an idea about an activity or educational program that would be beneficial. Who do I contact?
Please contact Nancy Gehlhausen at 812.457.4859.
This is a "refuge," so why are hunting and fishing allowed?
When you hear the name National Wildlife Refuge, the first thought that may come to mind is that the name “refuge” must imply no hunting. It’s true that many refuges around the country do not allow hunting; but there are some 545 refuges around the country and many of them do. Refuges are managed with wildlife and their habitat in mind. Refuge managers, biologists, and staff work together for the betterment of wildlife, which includes game species on the refuge and keeping the habitats from becoming overpopulated.