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SUMMARY:Astronomy
DESCRIPTION:Looking for a fun and educational family activity this summer that’s FREE? \nTake stargazing to new heights by escaping the light pollution of the city and heading to McCloud Nature Park\, where thousands of stars twinkle like jewels in the dark night sky! \nThe Indiana Astronomical Society partners with Park Naturalists to hold sky seminars and viewings at McCloud on the Saturday nights listed below. These programs\, led by expert sky watchers\, are geared for the novice astronomer. \nTelescopes large and small will be set up for your use. Each evening will begin with a brief informational session (“sky seminar”) in the Nature Center where you will learn which planets and constellations will be visible that night. These seminars last about 30 minutes and are best suited for ages 8 and older. Outdoor sky-viewing will begin following the seminars. \nIMPORTANT NOTE: Sky seminars will take place rain or shine\, but sky viewings are dependent upon clear skies. If poor weather is forecast or any severe weather advisories are issued\, the sky-viewing portion of the program will be canceled. \nAll Astronomy programs are held on Saturdays at McCloud Nature Park. They are FREE to attend\, appropriate for all ages\, and no advance registration is required. Each program is approximately 2 hours in duration. \nPlease be advised that the park closes at 11 p.m. on Astronomy nights. \n2026 Program Schedule\n\nSaturday\, May 23 at 9 p.m.\nSaturday\, June 20 at 9 p.m.\nSaturday\, July 11 at 9 p.m.\nSaturday\, Aug. 8 at 9 p.m.\nSaturday\, Sept. 19 at 8 p.m.\nSaturday\, Oct. 3 at 7:30 p.m.\n\n(Cover photo by Jonathan Grober)
URL:https://hendrickscountyparks.org/event/astronomy-17/2026-08-08/
LOCATION:McCloud Nature Park\, 8518 Hughes Road\, North Salem\, IN\, 46165\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Programs,Astronomy,McCloud Nature Park
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SUMMARY:TADPOLE TIME: Birding for Beginners!
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to a beginner’s intro to birding! We will go over how to use birding tools\, the keys to birding\, and see what we will find at W.S. Gibbs Memorial Park! \nFOR AGES 2-7 WITH A PARENT OR GUARDIAN\nFEE: $5/CHILD\nADVANCE REGISTRATION REQUIRED BY MAY 15 AT: https://hcparks.recdesk.com/Community/Program/Detail?programId=1012\nAPPROXIMATE PROGRAM DURATION: 1 HOUR
URL:https://hendrickscountyparks.org/event/tadpole-time-birding-for-beginners/
LOCATION:W.S. Gibbs Memorial Park\, 4521 Gibbs Road\, Danville\, IN\, 46122\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Programs,Birds,Tadpole Time,W.S. Gibbs Memorial Park,Wildlife
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260812T100000
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UID:10001118-1786528800-1786536000@hendrickscountyparks.org
SUMMARY:NATURE DISCOVERY: Seek at the Creek!
DESCRIPTION:There is so much to be found at Big Walnut Creek! Minnows\, crayfish\, fossils\, cool rocks and more! Come out and take a dip in the creek while we explore all it has to offer. Our naturalists will have nets and catching tools\, but feel free to bring your own. Make sure to wear closed-toe shoes that you don’t mind getting wet\, and bring a towel and a change of clothes! \nFOR AGES 7-12 WITH A PARENT OR GUARDIAN\nFEE: $5/PARTICIPANT\nADVANCE REGISTRATION REQUIRED BY AUG. 7 AT: https://hcparks.recdesk.com/Community/Program/Detail?programId=991\nAPPROXIMATE PROGRAM DURATION : 2 HOURS
URL:https://hendrickscountyparks.org/event/nature-discovery-seek-at-the-creek/
LOCATION:McCloud Nature Park\, 8518 Hughes Road\, North Salem\, IN\, 46165\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Programs,Hiking,McCloud Nature Park,Nature Discovery Series,Soil & Water
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260813T140000
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SUMMARY:Critter Feeding!
DESCRIPTION:Meet all of our ambassador animals for a late lunch while we talk about what and how they eat! \nAPPROPRIATE FOR ALL AGESFEE: $2/PERSONADVANCE REGISTRATION REQUIREDAPPROXIMATE PROGRAM DURATION: 1 HOUR \nRegistration Links \n\nMay 14: https://hcparks.recdesk.com/Community/Program/Detail?programId=1017\nMay 21: https://hcparks.recdesk.com/Community/Program/Detail?programId=1018\nMay 28: https://hcparks.recdesk.com/Community/Program/Detail?programId=1019\nJune 4: https://hcparks.recdesk.com/Community/Program/Detail?programId=1020\nJune 11: https://hcparks.recdesk.com/Community/Program/Detail?programId=1021\nJune 18: https://hcparks.recdesk.com/Community/Program/Detail?programId=1022\nJune 25: https://hcparks.recdesk.com/Community/Program/Detail?programId=1023\nJuly 2: https://hcparks.recdesk.com/Community/Program/Detail?programId=1024\nJuly 9: https://hcparks.recdesk.com/Community/Program/Detail?programId=1025\nJuly 16: https://hcparks.recdesk.com/Community/Program/Detail?programId=1026\nJuly 23: https://hcparks.recdesk.com/Community/Program/Detail?programId=1027\nJuly 30: https://hcparks.recdesk.com/Community/Program/Detail?programId=1029\nAug. 6: https://hcparks.recdesk.com/Community/Program/Detail?programId=1030\nAug. 13: https://hcparks.recdesk.com/Community/Program/Detail?programId=1031\nAug. 20: https://hcparks.recdesk.com/Community/Program/Detail?programId=1032\nAug. 27: https://hcparks.recdesk.com/Community/Program/Detail?programId=1033
URL:https://hendrickscountyparks.org/event/critter-feeding/2026-08-13/
LOCATION:McCloud Nature Park\, 8518 Hughes Road\, North Salem\, IN\, 46165\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Programs,Amphibians,Insects,McCloud Nature Park,Reptiles,Wildlife
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260814T210000
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UID:10001097-1786741200-1786746600@hendrickscountyparks.org
SUMMARY:Night Hike on Vandalia Trail
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a night at one of our parks! You’ll get the rare chance to experience our trails in the evening with a naturalist to guide you. Each night hike\, we will be looking for what the woods have to offer: bats\, owls\, fireflies\, and more! This program will last about 1.5 hours and will trek easy to moderate trails. Our parks have a variety of paved\, gravel\, and grassy trails\, so come prepared! Small flashlights will be available for use\, but light usage will be minimized in order to get the best experience and to avoid disrupting wildlife. In the event of rain or severe weather\, the event will be canceled. \nAPPROPRIATE FOR ALL AGESFEE: $5/PERSONADVANCE REGISTRATION REQUIRED BY AUG. 12 AT: https://hcparks.recdesk.com/Community/Program/Detail?programId=995APPROXIMATE PROGRAM DURATION: 1.5 HOURS
URL:https://hendrickscountyparks.org/event/night-hike-at-mccloud-2/
LOCATION:Vandalia Trail – Amo Trailhead\, 5042 South Street\, Amo\, IN\, 46103\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Programs,Hiking,Vandalia Trail
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