Behind The Badge: True Stories of Indiana's Conservation Officers

These are the true stories of cases involving Indiana's Conservation Officers, told from their point of view. Laugh and cry with them as they relate the trials and tribulations of protecting Indiana's natural resources and her citizens.

These are the true stories of cases involving Indiana's Conservation Officers, told from their point of view. From poaching and rescues to stopping syndicated crime and body recovery, ICOs are the green line that stands tirelessly against those that would destroy historical sites or eradicate wild game. Based upon direct interviews with the officers involved, each story takes you behind the badge and shows the human side of being a conservation officer. Laugh and cry with them as they relate the trials and tribulations of protecting Indiana's natural resources and her citizens.

Alan is a veteran of the United States Coast Guard and outdoor writer. His work has appeared in Indiana Outdoor News, Muzzle Blasts, Outdoor Guide Magazine, Fur-Fish-Game, Boundary Waters Journal, Boys’ Quest, Fun For Kidz, Mother Earth News, Cricket, Small Farm Today, American Careers, Arizona Hunter & Angler, Old West, and others. Fiction credits include Star Trek Strange New Worlds Anthologies IV, V, and 08.