Turkey Run and Shades state parks are inviting the public  to cut up and remove certain downed trees at for firewood.

The trees eligible for firewood have fallen as a result of natural causes or have been dropped by property staff. They are along roadsides or in public areas such as campsites and picnic areas. Permit sales and cutting are available now through Feb. 11.

The cost of one pickup-truck load is $10. All proceeds will be used for resource management and restoration efforts, including replacement of trees in campgrounds and other public areas. A firewood permit for either park must be obtained for each load at the Turkey Run State Park office, Nature Center, or entrance gate between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. daily. Permits are not available on observed state holidays.

Firewood may be cut up to 30 feet from roadsides in designated areas; however, vehicles are not allowed off roads. The use of tractors, UTVs, and ATVs is prohibited. Wood may be cut and removed between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. daily. For more information, call the Turkey Run office at 765-597-2635. Firewood cut at Turkey Run or Shades state parks is for personal use only and cannot be sold. 

Turkey Run State Park (on.IN.gov/turkeyrun) is at 8121 E. Park Road, Marshall.

Shades State Park (on.IN.gov/shades) is at 7751 S. 890 W., Waveland.