Hunting in State Parks?

[1shotwade]

Does anyone know if it is legal in Indiana?I could see possibilities after events etc. If legal,has anyone done any good in the parks?

Wade

 

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[Jeremy S]

Depends on which state park. Most parks don't allow detecting other than on beach areas on a lake. When inquiring with a park manager once I was given a flat out "no" when asking about the beach, I found out later that others had received the same response.

MDHTALK - Indiana Metal Detecting Law & Regulations

Sec. 10. Except as authorized by a license, a person must not do any of the following within a DNR property:
(7) Use a metal detector, except on a sand, swimming beach as approved by an authorized representative.

You might try talking to the park manager in person (not over the phone or by email). From what I understand each park is different, some allow it and turn a blind eye while others will get pissy about it.

 

[wingmaster]

No detecting in state parks except the beach when and if you can get permission and all federal land is off limits as well. HH