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Big Oaks National Wildlife Refuge is open weekdays from early morning to late afternoon and some Saturdays from mid-April to November; visitors should confirm dates and times with the refuge office. The refuge is managed by the Fish and Wildlife Service to maintain the natural ecosystems and endangered species such as the Indiana bat. It is comprised of grasslands, flatwoods, and caves. Hunting and fishing are allowed in season, and visitors can engage in wildlife viewing and photography; guests can use the photography blind at Old Timbers Lake. Guided interpretation tours and educational programs are also offered. Brown County State Park is managed by the Indiana State Park system to be self-sufficient and to guarantee children's rights to access nature. The park has interpretive centers where visitors can ask questions and prepare for their activities before embarking. Visitors can climb a 90-foot-tall observation tower to view the surrounding area, see endangered Yellowwood trees while hiking the trails, and view the nature center's exhibits, including the endangered timber rattlesnake. A park swimming pool is open to the public, and overnight guests can rent a hotel room or cabin. Yellowwood State Forest was created when the federal government leased the land to Indiana State in 1940; the state managed the forest until 1956 when it secured the deed to the land and took possession. The forest has a variety of tree species such as black walnut and white and red oak. The park is a popular destination for hunters seeking white-tailed deer, foxes, and turkeys among other game species; fishing is allowed on the lakes and rowboats can be rented (boat motors are restricted to electric motors). Gold panning can be enjoyed on a hobby basis and with a permit; hiking, horseback riding, and picnicking are allowed, and there are primitive campsites for those who want to stay overnight. Park your Richmond camper rental here, and you can combine outdoor recreation with the creature comforts of home.