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Versailles State Park Volunteer Honored for Service

Two Clifty Falls employees were also recognized.

INDIANAPOLIS  - The Indiana Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Division of State Parks recently honored its volunteers, partners, and employees for their commitment to conserve, manage, and interpret resources while creating memorable experiences for guests in 2024. 

Volunteer of the Year awards recognize the work of individuals who share their time and expertise at Indiana State Park properties. Two were honored including Brian Borgman. 

Borgman began volunteering at Versailles State Park in 2023. and has contributed more than 840 hours of volunteer work. He normally conducts daily rides through the park during which he checks on staff and identifies areas that need his help. He has also assisted in purchasing an e-bike for use in trail maintenance and hiker rescues.

Indiana State Parks also recognized the work of volunteers who have contributed more than 2,500 hours of service. Among those recognized was Marie Pittman from Clifty Falls State Park.

Emma Long received the Intermittent Employee of the Year award for her leadership as pool captain at Clifty Falls State Park. Long not only provided excellent customer service, but also coordinated staff to ensure two park swim facilities stayed in operation through the busy Labor Day season.  

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