11/09/2026
The Town of Brownsburg is proud to announce that Hannah Baxendale, Field Supervisor of Natural Resources for the Parks Department, has received the Young Professional Award from the Indiana Park and Recreation Association (IPRA).
In five years, Baxendale has advanced from a summer intern to leading the department’s Natural Resources Division, demonstrating exceptional leadership, technical expertise and a commitment to environmental stewardship and public service.
In her role, Baxendale oversees natural resource management across Brownsburg’s parks and trails, coordinates employees and volunteers, manages service contracts, and leads community education and conservation initiatives. She also established Brownsburg’s W**d Wrangle® program, which engages residents in removing invasive plant species and protecting local habitats. In 2025, volunteers contributed more than 445 hours to these efforts.
Read more: https://www.brownsburg.org/m/NewsFlash/home/detail/782