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Calendar developed and supported by Kieran O'Shea
Upcoming Events
- June 21, 2013
- Hawk CampHawk Camp
Time: 9:00 am
A five-day senior nature camp for campers who have completed 4th grade and up. Camp runs from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Exploring Iowa's natural history and learning how to interpret what you find requires unique skills and tools. This camp will equip you with both! A different topic each day - Geology, GPS, Archaeology, Wildlife Forensics and Survival in the Wild. It's an awesome week of fun and adventure. Cost: \$150/M; \$180/NM. Space is limited. Preregistration and payment required no later than 3:00 PM on June 14. No walk-ins. Call 319-362-0664 to register by phone or click here to register online. at 9:00 am - Summer Solstice CelebrationSummer Solstice Celebration
Time: 7:00 pm
For centuries, humankind has celebrated the sun's journey on the longest day of the year. Join the Nature Center and Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality Center as we share traditional solstice celebrations from various world cultures. Discover unique "suncatcher" plants that grow along our prairie labyrinth and create a suncatcher of your own. Enjoy music and participate in a salute to the setting sun from our prairie. Program is at the Nature Center and will be moved indoors if there is rain. Program will last 2 hours. A free will offering will be collected, no fee. Registration is required. Call 319-362-0664 to register. No online registration available for this program. at 7:00 pm
- Hawk CampHawk Camp
- June 24, 2013
- Caving!Caving!
Time: 8:00 am
One-day specialty camp for campers who have completed third grade and up. Maquoketa Caves are cool, mysterious, and a challenge to explore. Join our professional staff on a spelunking experience into Iowa's underground. You will discover cave formations, learn how caves form, an have a grand adventure! Limited to 12 kids. Cost \$50/M; \$60/NM. Camp runs from 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM. Preregistration and payment required no later than 3:00 PM Thursday, June 20. No walk-ins. Call 319-362-0664 to register by phone or click here to register online. at 8:00 am - Circle ConversationCircle Conversation
Time: 7:00 pm
Welcome to our first Circle Conversation! Join us as we discuss transforming Indian Creek Nature Center into an amazing space. Conversations will focus on the proposed new building and site and how people interact with nature through the Center. Insights from the discussions will be used to guide the design process. Each conversation session will last approximately 90 minutes. Conversations will occur monthly through September. No admission fee Advance registration requested. Call 319-362-0664 to register. No online registration available for this program. at 7:00 pm
- Caving!Caving!
- June 25, 2013
- Birds, Bugs, & Creepy CrawliesBirds, Bugs, & Creepy Crawlies
Time: 9:00 am
One-day camp for children who have completed kindergarten through 2nd grade. Camp runs 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM. Spend a day spying on birds, catching bugs and discovering life under a log. Get up close and personal with an earthworm, and figure out how birds use their best tool - a beak - to find and capture insects. Explore the world of a honeybee and follow snail trails to hidden habitats. There's so much to discover! Cost: \$30/M; \$35/NM Space is limited. Preregistration and payment required no later than 3:00 PM the day prior to the program. No walk-ins. Call 319-362-0664 to register by phone or click here to register online. at 9:00 am - 40th Hike: Tree Walk40th Hike: Tree Walk
Time: 6:30 pm
The Nature Center is home to many amazing trees. Come along on tonight's 40th Anniversary hike and learn their stories. Two miles. For adults. Cost: \$2/M; \$3/NM. Advance registration requested. Call 319-362-0664 to register by phone or click here to register online. at 6:30 pm
- Birds, Bugs, & Creepy CrawliesBirds, Bugs, & Creepy Crawlies
- June 26, 2013
- Creek Stompers IICreek Stompers II
Time: 9:00 am
One-day specialty camp for campers who have completed third grade and up. Camp runs 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM. Explore the sandbars, riffles and quiet pools of Indian Creek or Bena Brook while you discover the adaptations aquatic plants, insects, crawdads, and fish have for underwater life. Cost: \$30/M; \$35/NM Space is limited. Preregistration and payment required no later than 3:00 PM the day prior to the program. No walk-ins. Call 319-362-0664 to register by phone or click here to register online. at 9:00 am - Creek StompersCreek Stompers
Time: 9:00 am
This camp is FILLED. Space is still available for the July 23rd session. at 9:00 am - PP: Going Buggy!PP: Going Buggy!
Time: 9:30 am
Bugs are neat; bugs are cool! Preschoolers and their parents can learn all about insects and their life cycles during this fun program. Visit the prairie on a bug-seeking adventure. Make your own bug catcher to use throughout the summer. For children aged 5 and under accompanied by an adult. Space is limited. Preregistration and payment required no later than 3:00 PM the day prior to the program. No walk-ins. Cost: \$6/M Child; \$8/NM Child; Adults/free. Call 319-362-0664 to register by phone or click here to register online. at 9:30 am
- Creek Stompers IICreek Stompers II
- June 27, 2013
- Let's Go Fishing!Let's Go Fishing!
Time: 9:00 am
THIS CAMP IS FILLED at 9:00 am - PP: Going Buggy!PP: Going Buggy!
Time: 9:30 am
Bugs are neat; bugs are cool! Preschoolers and their parents can learn all about insects and their life cycles during this fun program. Visit the prairie on a bug-seeking adventure. Make your own bug catcher to use throughout the summer. For children aged 5 and under accompanied by an adult. Space is limited. Preregistration and payment required no later than 3:00 PM the day prior to the program. No walk-ins. Cost: \$6/M Child; \$8/NM Child; Adults/free. Call 319-362-0664 to register by phone or click here to register online. at 9:30 am
- Let's Go Fishing!Let's Go Fishing!
- June 28, 2013
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11 * Become a Teacher NaturalistBecome a Teacher Naturalist Time: 1:00 pm There are many fun ways to volunteer at the Nature Center! As a teacher-naturalist, you get to lead groups of children for nature adventures. Join us for training today to discover a new skill. Call Jan Aiels for more information. Free Registration requested. Call 319-362-0664 to register. Online registration not available for this program. |
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13 * Yellowstone Wolf WatchersYellowstone Wolf Watchers Time: 1:00 pm Jim and Joellyn Barton, volunteers from Wapello County, Iowa, have collected data and observed wolf behavior and ecology for the Yellowstone Wolf Project since 1999. The Bartons received the 2012 National Daughters of the American Revolution Conservation Award for their work. Their multimedia program will focus on wolf conservation and education and will include displays. |
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19 * PP: I Love Mother EarthPP: I Love Mother Earth Time: 9:30 am Celebrate the 43rd anniversary of Earth Day by sharing and discovering ways to enjoy the great outdoors. Learn how to be more earth-friendly. Make a fun craft from recyclables. For preschoolers and their parents. Cost: $5/M child; $6/NM child; adults admitted free. Limited to 14 children. Registration is required by 3:00pm the day before the program. Register by calling 319-362-0664 or click here to register online. |
20 * Eco-Arts FestivalEco-Arts Festival Time: 10:00 am Join the Nature Center and many other area environmental organizations at the New Bo City Market for a fun day of games, music, activities, arts and more to celebrate Earth Day. Visit Ecofestcr on Facebook for more information or click here to go to their webpage. * What's Hoppin' In? BirdsWhat's Hoppin' In? Birds Time: 12:00 pm Bring a picnic at noon, or join us at 12:20 to celebrate Earth Day. Grandpa and Grandma Storyteller will explore spring birds – everything from your backyard sparrows to ducks on the pond. You will enjoy stories, crafts and a hike outdoors! Program is geared for children aged 3-7 years with an adult. Cost: M Child: $5; NM Child: $6; Adults: Free Registration requested. Call 319-362-0664 to register by phone or click to register online. |
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| 21 * Waste Not, Want NotWaste Not, Want Not Time: 1:30 pm Sustainability has become such a popular term these days, it’s hard to know exactly what it means. Naturalist Jan Aiels, from the Indian Creek Nature Center, will explore the meaning and vision of sustainability and talk about lifestyle choices that have an impact on our planet. Small changes make big differences! Bring your ideas and tips to share. View the Waste Not, Want Not exhibit. Program held at the Marion Heritage Museum, 590 10th St. Marion. Cost: Adults $5; Students (5-18 yrs)$2 For more information, contact the Marion Heritage Museum at 319/447-6376. |
22 * PP: I Love Mother EarthPP: I Love Mother Earth Time: 9:30 am Celebrate the 43rd anniversary of Earth Day by sharing and discovering ways to enjoy the great outdoors. Learn how to be more earth-friendly. Make a fun craft from recyclables. For preschoolers and their parents. Cost: $5/M child; $6/NM child; adults admitted free. Limited to 14 children. Registration is required by 3:00pm the day before the program. Register by calling 319-362-0664 or click here to register online. * Earth DayEarth Day Time: 1:00 pm Leading Lives of Passion, Purpose, and Power: Turning Compassion Into Action with author Julia Butterfly Hill Program held at the Chapel of Mercy, Mount Mercy University. Visit mtmercy.edu for more information. Free |
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27 * Women's Walking WorkshopWomen's Walking Workshop Time: 8:00 am Our 20th anniversary Women's Walking Workshop Is filled! * Flood Tolerant Trees WorkshopsFlood Tolerant Trees Workshops Time: 9:00 am The Cedar Rapids Garden Club Centennial Tree Project and the Indian Creek Nature Center Reforested Wetland Project will conduct two hour-long free workshops and hand out 100 free bare-root flood tolerant trees and shrubs on Saturday, April 27th at the Nature Center. Each session will include a presentation on tree planting and care, information on site selection and proper planting of bare root trees, and a short tour of trees and bottomland plantings at the Nature Center. Each session will conclude with the giveaway of 50 bare-root trees and shrubs. First come, first served. Sessions begin at 9:00am and 10:00 am. Click to learn more. |
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| 28 * Build A Willow HideoutBuild A Willow Hideout Time: 2:00 pm Every child loves to have a private “secret hideout” place to play. Kids, bring Mom and Dad to help build a great hideout from willow. Learn how to harvest willow, a totally sustainable tree and resource. Once you build one at the Nature Center, you will be able to create one in your own backyard! Cost: $10/M Family; $15/NM Family Registration requested. Call 319-362-0664 to register by phone or click to register online. |
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| Category Key | |
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| Holidays | |
| Kids | |
| Nature Camp | |
| Scouts | |
| Special Events | |
Calendar developed and supported by Kieran O'Shea
