Science and Environment

» A Model Wetlands Ordinance for Indiana Communities
   Presents a model wetlands protection ordinance compatible with state planning and zoning laws.

   
   http://www.angelfire.com/in4/earthpages/indianawetlands.html

» Department of Environmental Management
   Official site with sections for business, citizens, educators, researchers, and media. News of permits with online permit applications.

   
   http://www.in.gov/idem/

» Hoosier Herpetological Society
   A non-profit organization dedicated to the education of its membership and the conservation of all reptiles and amphibians. Includes information about meetings, events, and membership details. Located in Indianapolis.

   
   http://www.hoosierherpsociety.org/

» Indiana Academy of Science
   A non-profit organization promoting scientific research and in Indiana.

   
   http://www.indianaacademyofscience.org/

» Indiana Astronomical Society
   Information on the organization, events, light pollution, photo album and membership.

   
   http://www.iasindy.org

» Indiana Crop Improvement Association
   Details of services including seed certification, laboratory testing and other quality assurance programs.

   
   http://www.indianacrop.org/

» Indiana Department of Natural Resources
   Provides information about the states wildlife resources and recreation. Includes tips on wildlife watching and reminders.

   
   http://www.in.gov/dnr/fishwild/

» Indiana Division of Forestry
   Promotes and practices good stewardship of natural, recreational and cultural resources on the states public and private forest lands.

   
   http://www.in.gov/dnr/forestry/

» Indiana Division of the Izaak Walton League
   State chapter of the organization to conserve, maintain, protect and restore the soil, forest, water and other natural resources.

   
   http://www.in-iwla.org/

» Indiana Geography and Geology Facts
   Information from the IUPUI Department of Earth Sciences.

   
   http://www.geology.iupui.edu/Resources/Students/Geology_Resources/indiana_geology_facts.htm

» Indiana Geological Survey
   Provides services that contribute to the wise stewardship of Indiana's energy, mineral, and ground-water resources. Includes staff directory, a mission statement and history, events, projects and publications. Located in Bloomington.

   
   http://igs.indiana.edu/

» Indiana Soybean Board
   Conducts soybean promotion and research. Provides consumer information, producer information, industry information programs, and market development activities.

   
   http://indianasoybeanboard.com/

» Indiana Wildlife Federation
   Promotes the conservation, sound management, and sustainable use of the states wildlife and habitats through education, advocacy, and action.

   
   http://indianawildlife.org/

» Indiana Woodland Steward
   Information on local forests, a calendar of events, and links to other forestry sites. A quarterly publication promoting the wise use of forest resources is also available.

   
   http://www.inwoodlands.org

» Mike Walter's Indiana Earth Page
   Annotated links to sites about Indiana's environment.

   
   http://www.angelfire.com/in4/earthpages/indiana.html

» Natural Resources Commission
   An autonomous board that addresses issues pertaining to the Department of Natural Resources.

   
   http://www.IN.gov/nrc/

» Netstate - Indiana
   Geographical information about the state. Includes elevations, longitude and latitudes, lakes, acreage, and regions.

   
   http://www.netstate.com/states/geography/in_geography.htm

» Outdoor Indiana
   A bi-monthly, subscription based publication of articles and events related to the environment.

   
   http://www.in.gov/dnr/oi/

» Protect Our Woods
   Non-profit organization working to preserve and protect forests, air and water in rural southern Indiana. Detailed profiles of board members.

   
   http://www.protectourwoods.org

» Snakes of Indiana
   Information on the states snake species based on a publication authored by Brian MacGowan and Bruce Kingsbury of the Center for Reptile and Amphibian Conservation and Management.

   
   http://herpcenter.ipfw.edu/outreach/INherps/INsnakes.htm

» Sustainable Indiana, Inc.
   Not for Profit based in Crawfordsville geared towards networking, education, sharing, outreach and building community aspects of sustainable living.

   
   http://www.sustainableindiana.org/

» The Indiana 4-H Foundation
   A not-for-profit statewide organization that actively obtains contributions to support Indiana 4-H programs.

   
   http://www.4h.org/

» Wildlife Diversity Section
   Responsible for the conservation and management of over 750 species of non-game and endangered wildlife.

   
   http://www.in.gov/dnr/fishwild/5090.htm