CLOVERDALE – The Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM) will recognize the marina at Lieber State Recreation Area (SRA) as the newest member of the Indiana Clean Marina Program.
The Clean Marina Program is voluntary and encourages marina operators and recreational boaters to protect water quality and habitat by engaging in environmentally sound operating and maintenance practices.
Details of the event are as follows:
WHO: IDEM, Department of Natural Resources (DNR)
WHAT: IDEM will designate the marina at Lieber SRA as the state’s newest Indiana Clean Marina member. IDEM’s Office of Program Support Assistant Commissioner Bob Lugar will present DNR Deputy Director of Community Grants and Trails Dale Brier and Lieber SRA, Cataract Falls SRA, and Cagles Mill Lake Property Manager Lynda Ellington with a flag and certificate. The Lieber SRA marina is the eighth marina in Indiana to be designated as a Clean Marina.
WHEN: Tuesday, May 23, 2022, at 10:00 a.m. EDT.
WHERE: Lieber SRA Marina. The property address is 1317 W. Lieber Road in Cloverdale, Ind. Inclement weather location: Hilltop Shelter. Refer to the property map available at on.IN.gov/liebersra.
RSVP: If you plan to attend, please RSVP to media@idem.in.gov or 317-232-8596.
About the Clean Marina Program (The Clean Marina Program) The Indiana Clean Marina Program protects our state’s inland and coastal waterways by reducing the potential environmental impacts associated with marinas and recreational boating. The Program provides information, technical assistance, and guidance to marinas and recreational boaters. By participating in this voluntary program, marinas, boatyards, yacht clubs, and recreational boaters are recognized for their environmental stewardship.
About IDEM
IDEM (idem.IN.gov) implements federal and state regulations regarding the environment. Through compliance assistance, incentive programs, and educational outreach, the agency encourages and aids businesses and citizens to protect Hoosiers and the environment.
About Lieber SRA
Lieber SRA is located at Cagles Mill Lake and managed by DNR. The lake opened in 1953 and offers extensive water-based fun, nature activities, camping, hiking, picnicking, and a family aquatics center. Seasonal hunting and fishing, mooring, boat rentals, and concessions also are available. For more information, visit on.IN.gov/liebersra.
