The Mail-Journal, Volume 29, Number 15, Milford, Kosciusko County, 23 May 1990 — Page 85

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WELCOMING VISITORS — A sign welcomes visitors to the Tri-County Fish And Wildlife Area, located two miles north of North Webster between SR 13 and SR 5. The area features 3,486 acres of flat and rolling fields, brush areas and a large wooded area of various hardwoods.

Fish and wildlife area is one of best kept secrets

One of the best kept secrets in Kosciusko County, the Tri-County Fish and Wildlife Area, located two miles north of North Webster off the east side of SR 13, provides several outdoor activities and outstanding views. The area is in the Division of Fish and Wildlife in the Indiana Department of Natural Resources. Covering 3,486 acres of land, the area offers rolling fields, flatbush, brush and wooded areas of various hardwoods. Located within the heartland of nine natural lakes, many fishermen can often be seen in the Tri-County location. Fishermen are free to come and go as they please, although hunters must register at the office, located off of CR 900 N, when using the land for that purpose. Deer hunters come from far and near, with many registering from Fort Wayne. The area is entirely supported by fees derived from fishing and hunting licenses and a federal tax on sporting goods. While many of those fishermen and hunters in

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turn, spend time in the area, other nonconventional visitors walk the area as well. Birdwatchers are common, with birds of varying species feeding off the various insects. Ducks, quail, rabbit, raccoon, squirrel, large turtles, and woodcock can also be seen. Arnie Karr, property manager at TriCounty since 1979, has also noted that mushroom hunters and berry pickers are very common during the summer months. However, one of the greatest features of the area may be its simple beauty, with many area schools, scouts, and social organizations taking advantage of a nature trail that features 25 different stations offering explanations on how to identify trees and wildlife. Tours can also be arranged through the preserve. Located just southeast of the new Wawasee Middle School, the Tri-County Fish and Wildlife Area is certainly worth the look for visitors to the lakes area.

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