The state of Indiana offers so many beautiful parks, campgrounds and recreation areas and if you have an avid outdoorsman (or woman!) in your life, the Holiday Gift Packs from the Indiana Department of Natural Resources just might make a most wonderful gift idea.

There has been a lot of talk about the holidays and how we should be expecting a shortage of products because there are so many shipping delays with items coming from overseas. Wouldn't it be great if we gifted something more than just stuff?!

Not only would a Holiday Gift Pack from the Indiana DNR make a wonderful gift because it supports the work the DNR does but also because you would be giving the ultimate holiday gift, something not even money can buy - experiences!

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I am a big believer in gifting experiences. My daughter and I go on a trip every year so that I can give her those moments that she will remember for the rest of her life, not some trendy trinket that will be forgotten a year from now.

The Indiana Department of Natural Resources is offering a special Holiday Gift Pack priced at just $99 that includes:

  • A 2022 Indiana resident State Park Annual Entrance Permit.
  • A $65 gift card (you choose either an Inns card for hotel lodging or a Camp card for site reservations).
  • A 1-year (6 issue) subscription to Outdoor Indiana magazine.

This is the perfect gift for anyone that enjoys spending time outdoors and for the price, you really cannot beat it. The offer is only good through December 31, 2021 or until they are sold out. There are additional bundles at higher price points but we like the idea of an all-in-one gift for under $100. To purchase yours, visit here.

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