Bachner Nature Preserve

Bachner Nature Preserve  comprises 28 acres of woodland and includes ¼ mile of creek frontage at the confluence of Rattlesnake and Sugar Creeks.  The stream features abundant macro-invertebrate species, fish and juvenile amphibians, such as soft-shell turtle.  The riparian edge offers excellent habitat for a variety of birds, such as the belted kingfisher.  In addition to birds, the woods support various land wildlife including raccoon, fox and potentially river otter.

Sugar Creek is home to some of the best smallmouth bass fishing in Indiana, as well as softshell turtles, belted kingfishers and river otters. Along the shores and on the bars are excellent spots to search for crinoid fossils.

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