It’s “Barrels and Bows” for National Kids to Parks Day! Spend the day at Mississinewa Lake and join us for these popular activities. “Barrels and Bows” will be held at Mississinewa Lake’s Miami SRA on May 17. These programs are designed for youth, but all ages and experience levels are welcome.

Certified instructors will share techniques of shooting bow and arrows at 11 a.m. at the archery range. At 1 p.m. shotgun safety, handling, and target shooting will take place by the Shepoconnah Trailhead near the campground mooring area.

Please, do not bring firearms to this event. All firearms, ammunition, and safety items will be provided.

This is a free program; however, property entrance fees apply: $7 per in-state vehicle; $9 per out-of-state vehicle.

Mississinewa Lake, 4673 S. 625 E., Peru, IN 46970.

For more information on Mississinewa Lake programs, visit https://on.IN.gov/mississinewalake

For more information, contact Teresa Rody at 260-468-2127, or email Trody@dnr.in.gov.