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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20210203T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20210203T160000
DTSTAMP:20260428T120712
CREATED:20210104T200210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210105T164650Z
UID:10000174-1612360800-1612368000@hendrickscountyparks.org
SUMMARY:Park Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Hendricks County Park Board generally meets on the first Wednesday of each month at 2 p.m. The occasional modification to that schedule may be made to work around observed holidays. \nAll Park Board meetings are open to the public. \nTo view the meeting schedule\, agendas\, and meeting minutes\, click here. \n\n\n 
URL:https://hendrickscountyparks.org/event/park-board-meeting-12/
LOCATION:Hendricks County Government Center\, 355 S. Washington Street\, Danville\, IN\, 46122\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20210205T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20210205T160000
DTSTAMP:20260428T120712
CREATED:20210104T195450Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210104T195450Z
UID:10000172-1612519200-1612540800@hendrickscountyparks.org
SUMMARY:Tadpole Time in a Box: A Time to Snooze
DESCRIPTION:The ground is frozen\, the air is cold\, and there’s barely a bug or beast to be seen. What are our animal neighbors doing at this time of year? How can they live when there’s so little outside to eat? Uncover the winter survival secrets of native creatures with this activity kit! \nFee: $3/box. \nRecommended for ages 2-5 with a parent/guardian. \nOrder by Jan. 31 at: https://hcparks.recdesk.com/Community/Program/Detail?programId=527
URL:https://hendrickscountyparks.org/event/tadpole-time-in-a-box-a-time-to-snooze/
LOCATION:McCloud Nature Park\, 8518 Hughes Road\, North Salem\, IN\, 46165\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Programs,McCloud Nature Park,Tadpole Time
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20210206T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20210206T150000
DTSTAMP:20260428T120712
CREATED:20210104T192550Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210104T192618Z
UID:10000166-1612609200-1612623600@hendrickscountyparks.org
SUMMARY:Whooo Stole Barred Owl's Hot Cocoa?
DESCRIPTION:Oh no! Barred Owl’s hot cocoa was stolen from his roost last night! Despite the clues left behind\, Barred Owl is absolutely stumped. Can you decipher the clues\, unveil the thief\, and return the stolen cocoa?  \nHiking terrain info: easy hike\, gravel and natural surfaces\, up to 0.5 miles.  \nThis program is FREE to attend\, appropriate for all ages\, and no advance registration is required.  \nApproximate program duration: 4 hours (ongoing). Self-guided hike will take up to 1 hour to complete.
URL:https://hendrickscountyparks.org/event/whooo-stole-barred-owls-hot-cocoa/
LOCATION:McCloud Nature Park\, 8518 Hughes Road\, North Salem\, IN\, 46165\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Programs,Birds,Hiking,McCloud Nature Park,Wildlife
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210215
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210216
DTSTAMP:20260428T120712
CREATED:20210104T192726Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210104T192726Z
UID:10000167-1613347200-1613433599@hendrickscountyparks.org
SUMMARY:Presidents' Day
DESCRIPTION:Main office closed.
URL:https://hendrickscountyparks.org/event/presidents-day-2/
CATEGORIES:All Programs,Holidays
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20210221T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20210221T160000
DTSTAMP:20260428T120712
CREATED:20210104T193326Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210104T193326Z
UID:10000168-1613912400-1613923200@hendrickscountyparks.org
SUMMARY:Scout Sunday: Science Experiments - Air
DESCRIPTION:What can you feel but not see?  Wind!  What is important for life\, but you can’t see it?  Air!  Try your hand at experiments to explore air pressure and mass.  Design the best paper airplane and launch stomp rockets.  Conduct an insulation challenge and discover the best way to stay warm using air!  Some activities will be self-guided with the option to do at home instead.  \nThis program helps fulfill some of the requirements for:  Webelos Engineer Adventure\, Juniors Get Moving Journey\, Juniors Animal Habitats Badge and Cadettes Breathe Journey.  \nRecommended for grades 4-8. \nFee: $10/participant (chaperones are free). \nAdvance registration required by Feb. 16 at: https://hcparks.recdesk.com/Community/Program/Detail?programId=531
URL:https://hendrickscountyparks.org/event/scout-sunday-science-experiments-air/
LOCATION:McCloud Nature Park\, 8518 Hughes Road\, North Salem\, IN\, 46165\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Programs,McCloud Nature Park
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20210226T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20210226T120000
DTSTAMP:20260428T120712
CREATED:20210104T193905Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210104T193905Z
UID:10000169-1614333600-1614340800@hendrickscountyparks.org
SUMMARY:Homeschool Ecology Series: Winter Wildlife
DESCRIPTION:Photo by Michel Soucy\nAnimals use different strategies to survive the winter and younger homeschool students will explore these methods through hands-on activities. Students will stay warm building shelters to mimic animal homes\, playing games\, and looking for signs of wildlife while walking trails. \nRecommended for ages 6-11. \nFee: $5/child. \nAdvance registration required by February 21. Registration opens on Feb. 1. Register at: https://hcparks.recdesk.com/Community/Program/Detail?programId=538
URL:https://hendrickscountyparks.org/event/homeschool-ecology-series-winter-wildlife/
LOCATION:McCloud Nature Park\, 8518 Hughes Road\, North Salem\, IN\, 46165\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Programs,McCloud Nature Park,Wildlife
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20210226T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20210226T150000
DTSTAMP:20260428T120712
CREATED:20210104T194322Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210104T194322Z
UID:10000170-1614344400-1614351600@hendrickscountyparks.org
SUMMARY:Homeschool Ecology Series: Winter Survival
DESCRIPTION:Photo by Indiana DNR\nAnimals use different strategies to survive the winter and younger homeschool students will explore these methods through hands-on activities. Students will stay warm building shelters to mimic animal homes\, playing games\, and looking for signs of wildlife while walking trails. \nFor younger siblings (ages 6-11) of students registered in the Homeschool Ecology Series\, there will be a separate lesson on a similar topic offered concurrently for just $5 per child per session. These lessons have been created specifically for the younger students and are restricted to siblings of registered students in the Homeschool Ecology Series. Parents or guardians must attend with the younger siblings\, as this is not a drop-off program. \nFee: $10/person. \nRecommended for ages 12-18. \nAdvance registration required by Feb. 21. Registration opens on Feb. 1. Register at: https://hcparks.recdesk.com/Community/Program/Detail?programId=537
URL:https://hendrickscountyparks.org/event/homeschool-ecology-series-winter-survival/
LOCATION:McCloud Nature Park\, 8518 Hughes Road\, North Salem\, IN\, 46165\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Programs,McCloud Nature Park,Teens,Wildlife
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20210227T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20210227T150000
DTSTAMP:20260428T120712
CREATED:20210104T194820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210104T194820Z
UID:10000171-1614434400-1614438000@hendrickscountyparks.org
SUMMARY:Frosty Paws
DESCRIPTION:Are you and your four-legged friend tired of the same old walk? Take a winter walk at McCloud Nature Park with one of our naturalists! We will be blazing a path for our frosty paws together. During the hike\, we will find out what your K-9’s ancestor\, the coyote\, is doing during the winter months. Please dress for the weather. Participating dogs must be friendly with other dogs. All dogs at McCloud are required to be on a leash.   \nHiking terrain info: easy to moderate level of difficulty\, gravel and natural surfaces\, up to 1 mile.    \nAppropriate for all ages. Children younger than 16 years of age must attend with a parent or guardian who is able to hike the trails. \nFREE to attend. No advance registration required. \nApproximate program duration: 1 hour.
URL:https://hendrickscountyparks.org/event/frosty-paws-2/
LOCATION:McCloud Nature Park\, 8518 Hughes Road\, North Salem\, IN\, 46165\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Programs,Hiking,McCloud Nature Park
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210301
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210306
DTSTAMP:20260428T120713
CREATED:20210105T163824Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210105T163949Z
UID:10000181-1614556800-1614988799@hendrickscountyparks.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Animal Tales: Owly
DESCRIPTION:Normally our park naturalists come to your local library each month to share a story about a native animal and a related craft or activity with preschool through upper elementary age children. This program is FREE to attend.\n \nThese resources are available at any time\, since this is not a live program.\n \nCheck our Facebook page as the first full week of the month approaches for a Facebook event regarding this month’s Virtual Animal Tales program. In the Discussion tab of the Event\, you will find a variety of resources relating to this month’s story.\n \nIn March\, we were going to read this book in-person: Owly by Mike Thaler. This book is available at many local libraries\, and some even have this available in a digital format.\n \nSummary:\nWhen Owly asks his mother question after question about the world\, she finds just the right ways to help him find the answers.\n \nTo view the entire Animal Tales schedule\, click here.
URL:https://hendrickscountyparks.org/event/virtual-animal-tales-owly/
CATEGORIES:All Programs,Birds,Wildlife
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20210303T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20210303T160000
DTSTAMP:20260428T120713
CREATED:20210105T164615Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210105T164615Z
UID:10000182-1614780000-1614787200@hendrickscountyparks.org
SUMMARY:Park Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Hendricks County Park Board generally meets on the first Wednesday of each month at 2 p.m. The occasional modification to that schedule may be made to work around observed holidays. \nAll Park Board meetings are open to the public. \nTo view the meeting schedule\, agendas\, and meeting minutes\, click here.
URL:https://hendrickscountyparks.org/event/park-board-meeting-13/
LOCATION:Hendricks County Government Center\, 355 S. Washington Street\, Danville\, IN\, 46122\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20210305T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20210305T160000
DTSTAMP:20260428T120713
CREATED:20210105T165354Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210105T165354Z
UID:10000184-1614938400-1614960000@hendrickscountyparks.org
SUMMARY:Tadpole Time in a Box: In the Deep Dark Night
DESCRIPTION:Winter is becoming spring\, and the nights are growing shorter. Whooo could be grumpy about that? With sunny weather\, there’s more to see—and more to eat\, even at night! Explore the special features of night-loving animals like the owl\, bat\, and bobcat with this activity kit. \nFee: $3/box. \nRecommended for ages 2-5 with a parent/guardian. \nOnline ordering begins Feb. 5. Order by Feb. 28 at: https://hcparks.recdesk.com/Community/Program/Detail?programId=528
URL:https://hendrickscountyparks.org/event/tadpole-time-in-a-box-in-the-deep-dark-night/
LOCATION:McCloud Nature Park\, 8518 Hughes Road\, North Salem\, IN\, 46165\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Programs,McCloud Nature Park,Tadpole Time
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20210306T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20210306T150000
DTSTAMP:20260428T120713
CREATED:20210105T163022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210105T163022Z
UID:10000179-1615021200-1615042800@hendrickscountyparks.org
SUMMARY:McCloud Maple Syrup Days
DESCRIPTION:An annual favorite\, our Maple Syrup Days allow visitors a hands-on experience while discovering the rich\, delicious history of maple sugaring. Learn how to tap a tree\, watch a demonstration of the process as it was done in pioneer days\, and take a visit to our Sugar Shack to learn how syrup is made today. You can purchase a bottle of our 100% all-natural McCloud Maple Syrup that is made using the sap from the sugar maple trees right here in our park!  \nAPPROPRIATE FOR ALL AGES   \nFREE TO ATTEND   \nNO REGISTRATION REQUIRED   \nAPPROXIMATE PROGRAM DURATION: 6 HOURS (ONGOING)  
URL:https://hendrickscountyparks.org/event/mccloud-maple-syrup-days/
LOCATION:McCloud Nature Park\, 8518 Hughes Road\, North Salem\, IN\, 46165\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Programs,Festivals,McCloud Nature Park,Plants and Trees
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20210313T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20210313T150000
DTSTAMP:20260428T120713
CREATED:20210105T163200Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210105T163200Z
UID:10000180-1615626000-1615647600@hendrickscountyparks.org
SUMMARY:McCloud Maple Syrup Days
DESCRIPTION:An annual favorite\, our Maple Syrup Days allow visitors a hands-on experience while discovering the rich\, delicious history of maple sugaring. Learn how to tap a tree\, watch a demonstration of the process as it was done in pioneer days\, and take a visit to our Sugar Shack to learn how syrup is made today. You can purchase a bottle of our 100% all-natural McCloud Maple Syrup that is made using the sap from the sugar maple trees right here in our park!  \nAPPROPRIATE FOR ALL AGES   \nFREE TO ATTEND   \nNO REGISTRATION REQUIRED   \nAPPROXIMATE PROGRAM DURATION: 6 HOURS (ONGOING)  
URL:https://hendrickscountyparks.org/event/mccloud-maple-syrup-days-2/
LOCATION:McCloud Nature Park\, 8518 Hughes Road\, North Salem\, IN\, 46165\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Programs,Festivals,McCloud Nature Park,Plants and Trees
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20210320T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20210320T213000
DTSTAMP:20260428T120713
CREATED:20210105T152710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210105T152710Z
UID:10000175-1616268600-1616275800@hendrickscountyparks.org
SUMMARY:Snowman Burn & Night Hike
DESCRIPTION:***ADVANCE REGISTRATION REQUIRED*** Walk-in registration at the time of the event is not available. Upon completing registration through the link below\, you will receive an email confirming your registration.\n \nStep aside\, winter – we are ready for spring! Celebrate the seasonal change with the symbolic burning of a wicker snowman\, and when the flames die down\, roast s’mores over its grapevine corpse. Round out the night with a hike under the Worm Moon!\n \nHiking terrain info: moderate level of difficulty in the dark\, gravel and natural surfaces\, up to 1 mile.\n \nRECOMMENDED FOR AGES 6 THROUGH ADULT; CHILDREN YOUNGER THAN 16 MUST ATTEND WITH A PARENT OR GUARDIAN WHO IS REGISTERED FOR THE PROGRAM AND ABLE TO HIKE THE TRAILS\n \nFEE: $5/PERSON\n \nADVANCE REGISTRATION REQUIRED BY MARCH 16 AT: https://hcparks.recdesk.com/Community/Program/Detail?programId=526\n \nAPPROXIMATE PROGRAM DURATION: 2 HOURS
URL:https://hendrickscountyparks.org/event/snowman-burn-night-hike-2/
LOCATION:McCloud Nature Park\, 8518 Hughes Road\, North Salem\, IN\, 46165\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Programs,Hiking,McCloud Nature Park
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20210326T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20210326T120000
DTSTAMP:20260428T120713
CREATED:20210105T172606Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210105T172606Z
UID:10000185-1616752800-1616760000@hendrickscountyparks.org
SUMMARY:Homeschool Ecology Series: Prairie Wildlife
DESCRIPTION:Homeschool students and their parent or guardian will enjoy a hands-on\, interactive lesson on prairie wildlife and Smokey Bear. This will include an age-appropriate fire safety and prevention discussion and activity.   \nRecommended for ages 6-11. \nFee: $5/child. \nAdvance registration required by March 14.  Registration opens March 1. Register at: https://hcparks.recdesk.com/Community/Program/Detail?programId=535
URL:https://hendrickscountyparks.org/event/homeschool-ecology-series-prairie-wildlife/
LOCATION:McCloud Nature Park\, 8518 Hughes Road\, North Salem\, IN\, 46165\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Programs,McCloud Nature Park,Plants and Trees,Wildlife
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20210326T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20210326T150000
DTSTAMP:20260428T120713
CREATED:20210105T173014Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210105T173014Z
UID:10000186-1616763600-1616770800@hendrickscountyparks.org
SUMMARY:Homeschool Ecology Series: Fire Ecology
DESCRIPTION:Fire can be a helpful tool for land managers when used properly! The Park Naturalist\, who holds a Wildland Firefighting certificate\, will share first-hand experience from serving on a prescribed burn crew. \nHomeschool students ages 12-18 will create small models to show how forest density and topography influence fire. Students will also practice several fire-starting methods while learning the Fire Triangle and will enjoy marshmallows roasted over the fire. \nFor younger siblings (ages 6-11) of students registered in the Homeschool Ecology Series\, there will be a separate lesson on a similar topic offered concurrently for just $5 per child per session. These lessons have been created specifically for the younger students and are restricted to siblings of registered students in the Homeschool Ecology Series. Parents or guardians must attend with the younger siblings\, as this is not a drop-off program. \nFee: $10/person. \nRecommended for ages 12-18. \nAdvance registration required by March 14. Registration opens March 1. Register at: https://hcparks.recdesk.com/Community/Program/Detail?programId=540
URL:https://hendrickscountyparks.org/event/homeschool-ecology-series-fire-ecology-2/
LOCATION:McCloud Nature Park\, 8518 Hughes Road\, North Salem\, IN\, 46165\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Programs,McCloud Nature Park,Plants and Trees,Teens,Wildlife
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20210327T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20210327T150000
DTSTAMP:20260428T120713
CREATED:20210105T153222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210105T153222Z
UID:10000176-1616853600-1616857200@hendrickscountyparks.org
SUMMARY:Snail Ranchers
DESCRIPTION:YEEEEEEEHAW! Are you a snail enthusiast? Or maybe you just think snails are interesting? We like snails at McCloud Nature Park\, too\, and we would love to share some gastropod facts with you. We will also learn how to make your own snail gym (instruction will be provided\, but materials and assembly will be on your own at home).\n \nAPPROPRIATE FOR ALL AGES\n \nFREE TO ATTEND\n \nNO ADVANCE REGISTRATION REQUIRED\n \nAPPROXIMATE PROGRAM DURATION: 1 HOUR
URL:https://hendrickscountyparks.org/event/snail-ranchers/
LOCATION:McCloud Nature Park\, 8518 Hughes Road\, North Salem\, IN\, 46165\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Programs,McCloud Nature Park,Wildlife
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20210328T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20210328T160000
DTSTAMP:20260428T120713
CREATED:20210105T182106Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210105T182106Z
UID:10000187-1616936400-1616947200@hendrickscountyparks.org
SUMMARY:Scout Sunday: Outdoor Artists
DESCRIPTION:Harness your creativity outdoors and on the trail!  We will be putting our senses through their paces\, zooming in for a pencil drawing\, and scouring the trail for plants\, tracks\, and colors to inspire us.  This program takes place predominantly outdoors\, so dress for the weather and be prepared to hike. Some activities will be self-guided with the option to do at home instead.  \nThis program helps fulfill some of the requirements for:  Daisies Outdoor Art Maker\, Brownies Outdoor Art Creator\, Tigers My Tiger Jungle and Bears Fur\, Feathers and Ferns.  \nRecommended for grades K-3. \nFee:  $10/participant (chaperones are free). \nAdvance registration required by March 23 at: https://hcparks.recdesk.com/Community/Program/Detail?programId=532
URL:https://hendrickscountyparks.org/event/scout-sunday-outdoor-artists/
LOCATION:McCloud Nature Park\, 8518 Hughes Road\, North Salem\, IN\, 46165\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Programs,McCloud Nature Park
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20210329T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20210329T140000
DTSTAMP:20260428T120713
CREATED:20210326T151625Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210326T151647Z
UID:10000210-1617015600-1617026400@hendrickscountyparks.org
SUMMARY:Prescribed Prairie Burn
DESCRIPTION:Photo by Deb Stukenborg\nTurner Forestry will be conducting a prescribed burn of the 52-acre prairie at McCloud Nature Park on Monday\, March 29. The crew will arrive at the park at about 11 a.m.\, and the burn takes a few hours to complete. \nPrescribed burns are part of normal prairie maintenance. They assist greatly in controlling non-native invasive plants and improving biodiversity of native plants. \nWe normally burn the prairie every 3 years or so\, but with the prairie going 4 years between burns in 2020\, Turner Forestry recommends that we burn again in 2021. \nTo learn more about our 2020 prairie burn\, why we burn\, and how quickly the prairie comes back\, click here. \nThe park will remain OPEN during the prairie burn\, although traffic along the entrance road may be restricted at times\, depending on which part of the prairie is being burned at that time. \nGuests are welcome to come to the park and watch the burn\, but we ask that everyone keep a good distance between themselves and the fire and crew for everyone’s safety. Parking in the Nature Center parking lot will protect your vehicle.
URL:https://hendrickscountyparks.org/event/prescribed-prairie-burn/
LOCATION:McCloud Nature Park\, 8518 Hughes Road\, North Salem\, IN\, 46165\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Programs,McCloud Nature Park,Plants and Trees
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210402
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210403
DTSTAMP:20260428T120713
CREATED:20210105T182345Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210105T182345Z
UID:10000188-1617321600-1617407999@hendrickscountyparks.org
SUMMARY:Good Friday
DESCRIPTION:Main office and McCloud Nature Center closed.
URL:https://hendrickscountyparks.org/event/good-friday-2/
CATEGORIES:All Programs,Holidays
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20210403T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20210403T150000
DTSTAMP:20260428T120713
CREATED:20210105T154613Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210105T154613Z
UID:10000177-1617444000-1617462000@hendrickscountyparks.org
SUMMARY:Geocaching Egg Hunt
DESCRIPTION:***ADVANCE REGISTRATION REQUIRED*** Walk-in registration at the time of the event is not available. Upon completing registration through the link below\, you will receive an email confirming your registration.\n \nLooking for a different kind of egg hunt? Try this geocaching version! Families will use the provided GPS receivers to locate special egg geocaches placed around McCloud Nature Park! Inside are little trinkets that you get to collect! Several different geocaching trails will be set up\, and families will be assigned to one trail\, with a maximum of two families per trail per session.\n \nHiking terrain info: easy to difficult trails\, gravel and/or natural surfaces. At registration\, families will be able to select their preference of trail difficulty. We will attempt to honor all trail preferences. Geocaching courses will be 1 to 3 miles in length.\n \nRECOMMENDED FOR AGES 6 THROUGH ADULT; CHILDREN YOUNGER THAN 16 MUST ATTEND WITH A PARENT OR GUARDIAN WHO IS ABLE TO HIKE THE TRAILS\n \nFEE: $5/FAMILY\n \nADVANCE REGISTRATION REQUIRED BY MARCH 30 AT:\nhttps://hcparks.recdesk.com/Community/Program/Detail?programId=524 (for a time between 10 a.m. and noon) OR\nhttps://hcparks.recdesk.com/Community/Program/Detail?programId=525 (for a time between 1 and 3 p.m.)\n \nAPPROXIMATE PROGRAM DURATION: 2 HOURS
URL:https://hendrickscountyparks.org/event/geocaching-egg-hunt/
LOCATION:McCloud Nature Park\, 8518 Hughes Road\, North Salem\, IN\, 46165\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Programs,Hiking,McCloud Nature Park
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210405
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210410
DTSTAMP:20260428T120713
CREATED:20210105T183645Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210105T183645Z
UID:10000190-1617580800-1618012799@hendrickscountyparks.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Animal Tales: The Moon Saw It All
DESCRIPTION:Normally our park naturalists come to your local library each month to share a story about a native animal and a related craft or activity with preschool through upper elementary age children. This program is FREE to attend.\n \nThese resources are available at any time\, since this is not a live program.\n \nCheck our Facebook page as the first full week of the month approaches for a Facebook event regarding this month’s Virtual Animal Tales program. In the Discussion tab of the Event\, you will find a variety of resources relating to this month’s story.\n \nIn April\, we were going to read this book in-person: The Moon Saw It All by Nancy L. Young. This book is available at many local libraries\, and some even have this available in a digital format.\n \nSummary:\nEver wonder what animals do after dark? They dance the night away at a critter ball thrown for one and all! Children revel in a dreamy moonlit world where bobcats sing soulful songs\, javelina click hooves on tortoise shell roofs\, and coatimundis drum right along at a critter ball thrown for one and all.\n \nTo view the entire Animal Tales schedule\, click here.
URL:https://hendrickscountyparks.org/event/virtual-animal-tales-the-moon-saw-it-all/
CATEGORIES:All Programs,Wildlife
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20210407T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20210407T160000
DTSTAMP:20260428T120713
CREATED:20210105T183127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210105T183127Z
UID:10000189-1617789600-1617811200@hendrickscountyparks.org
SUMMARY:Tadpole Time: Fabulous Frogs & Stupendous Salamanders
DESCRIPTION:Tadpoles go through some big changes to become grown up frogs and salamanders:  losing their swimming tails\, growing new legs\, some do not even get to keep their slimy skin!  But only grown up frogs and salamanders get to leave the pond for adventures on land.  Dress to hop around outdoors while we explore amphibious adaptations!  \nSessions offered at 10 a.m. and at 1 p.m. \nTo accommodate safe distancing\, Tadpole Time will take place entirely outdoors. Ongoing stations will offer naturalist-led activities to 1-2 families at a time. We will also offer a self-guided activity and a take-home craft. \nRecommended for ages 2-5 with parent or guardian. \nFee: $3/child. \nAdvance registration is required by April 4. Registration opens on March 5. \nClick here to register for 10 a.m. session. \nClick here to register for 1 p.m. session.
URL:https://hendrickscountyparks.org/event/tadpole-time-fabulous-frogs-stupendous-salamanders/
LOCATION:McCloud Nature Park\, 8518 Hughes Road\, North Salem\, IN\, 46165\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Programs,Amphibians,McCloud Nature Park,Tadpole Time,Wildlife
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20210407T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20210407T160000
DTSTAMP:20260428T120713
CREATED:20210105T164830Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210324T183617Z
UID:10000183-1617804000-1617811200@hendrickscountyparks.org
SUMMARY:Park Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Hendricks County Park Board generally meets on the first Wednesday of each month at 2 p.m. The occasional modification to that schedule may be made to work around observed holidays. \nAll Park Board meetings are open to the public. \nTo view the meeting schedule\, agendas\, and meeting minutes\, click here. \n\n\n 
URL:https://hendrickscountyparks.org/event/park-board-meeting-14/
LOCATION:Hendricks County 4-H Fairgrounds\, 1900 E. Main Street\, Danville\, IN\, 46122\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20210417T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20210417T120000
DTSTAMP:20260428T120713
CREATED:20210324T184213Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210324T184553Z
UID:10000195-1618653600-1618660800@hendrickscountyparks.org
SUMMARY:Weed Wrangle® at McCloud Nature Park
DESCRIPTION:In celebration of Earth Day\, give back by helping eradicate garlic mustard – a non-native invasive plant – from McCloud Nature Park!\n \nThis plant is taking over forests\, and our native spring wildflowers have to compete with it for sunlight\, space\, nutrients\, and water.\n \nBring a water bottle and work gloves\, dress for the weather\, and wear long pants. Masks/face coverings are required when you can’t maintain safe distances from others. This is a great activity for scout groups.\n \nHiking terrain info: easy to moderate difficulty; natural surfaces; up to 2 miles\n \nRecommended age: 10 through adult. Children younger than 16 must attend with a parent/guardian who is able to hike the trails. Children must be under the supervision of their parent/guardian at all times.\n \nFree to attend. Registration is recommended so that we can adequately prepare for the number of volunteers participating. Sign up at https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080a44a4a72fa1f94-weed1\n \nThis is in cooperation with the Hendricks County Invasive Management Cooperative.\nContact Sarah Wolf at 765-676-5437 or volunteer@hcparks.net if you have questions.
URL:https://hendrickscountyparks.org/event/weed-wrangle-at-mccloud-nature-park-2/
LOCATION:McCloud Nature Park\, 8518 Hughes Road\, North Salem\, IN\, 46165\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Programs,McCloud Nature Park,Plants and Trees
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20210417T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20210417T153000
DTSTAMP:20260428T120713
CREATED:20210324T183326Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210324T185220Z
UID:10000194-1618668000-1618673400@hendrickscountyparks.org
SUMMARY:The How-to Guide for Severe Local Storms
DESCRIPTION:Dr. Ryan Hastings specialized in tornadoes and severe weather for his PhD. This included several field projects to study storms. Dr. Hastings will introduce the basics of how to spot severe weather\, and how tornadic thunderstorms work. Weather permitting\, we may go outside and look at the clouds and see what’s going on with the atmosphere.\n \nCOVID precautions: This is an inside presentation and masks are required. The group size may be limited. Call the Program and Weather Hotline for updates: 317-718-6111.\n \nFree to attend\, no registration needed. Approximate duration: 90 min.\n \nRecommended for teens and adults.\n \nPicture provided by Dr. Hastings from a tornado outside of Goshen\, WY\, 5 June 2009\, from when he was on VORTEX2.
URL:https://hendrickscountyparks.org/event/the-how-to-guide-for-severe-local-storms/
LOCATION:McCloud Nature Park\, 8518 Hughes Road\, North Salem\, IN\, 46165\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Education,All Programs,McCloud Nature Park,Teens,Weather
ORGANIZER;CN="Ryan Hastings":MAILTO:buoyant.gas@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20210418T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20210418T160000
DTSTAMP:20260428T120713
CREATED:20210105T184553Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210105T184553Z
UID:10000191-1618750800-1618761600@hendrickscountyparks.org
SUMMARY:Scout Sunday: BSA Fishing Merit Badge Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Robert Baden-Powell\, the founder of the scouting movement\, claimed fishing as one of his favorite pastimes. Join certified BSA merit badge counselor Park Naturalist as we dip our toes into the vast sea of fishing. Scouts will learn the different types of fishing reels and parts of fishing poles while using provided equipment to catch fish. Scouts will get hands-on practice with various knots needed for fishing. All supplies are provided. \nSpecial location: Hummel Park in Plainfield. \nRecommended for grades 8-12. \nFee: $10/participant (chaperones are free). \nAdvance registration required by April 13 at: https://hcparks.recdesk.com/Community/Program/Detail?programId=533
URL:https://hendrickscountyparks.org/event/scout-sunday-bsa-fishing-merit-badge-workshop/
LOCATION:Hummel Park\, 1500 S. Center Street\, Plainfield\, IN\, 46168\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Programs,Fish,Teens,Wildlife
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20210423T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20210423T120000
DTSTAMP:20260428T120713
CREATED:20210105T190847Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210105T190847Z
UID:10000192-1619172000-1619179200@hendrickscountyparks.org
SUMMARY:Homeschool Ecology Series: Spring has Sprung
DESCRIPTION:Photo credit: Amy Hodson\, used with permission. To view more of Amy’s beautiful photos\, follow Bubbly Birder on Facebook.\nSpring is here\, whether it feels like spring or not.  Younger homeschool students will investigate how plants and animals react to spring through hands-on\, interactive lessons.  Students will plant a seed to take home and observe.  \nRecommended for ages 6-11. \nFee: $5/child. \nAdvance registration required by April 11.  Registration opens April 1. Register at: https://hcparks.recdesk.com/Community/Program/Detail?programId=536
URL:https://hendrickscountyparks.org/event/homeschool-ecology-series-spring-has-sprung/
LOCATION:McCloud Nature Park\, 8518 Hughes Road\, North Salem\, IN\, 46165\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Programs,McCloud Nature Park,Plants and Trees,Wildlife
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20210423T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20210423T150000
DTSTAMP:20260428T120713
CREATED:20210105T192015Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210105T192015Z
UID:10000193-1619182800-1619190000@hendrickscountyparks.org
SUMMARY:Homeschool Ecology Series: Spring Plants
DESCRIPTION:Wildflowers are blooming and tree buds are bursting to shootout new leaves. Homeschool students will learn to identify early spring wildflowers and some plants that try to outcompete these flowers. Students will dissect seeds to learn how plants sprout. \nFor younger siblings (ages 6-11) of students registered in the Homeschool Ecology Series\, there will be a separate lesson on a similar topic offered concurrently for just $5 per child per session. These lessons have been created specifically for the younger students and are restricted to siblings of registered students in the Homeschool Ecology Series. Parents or guardians must attend with the younger siblings\, as this is not a drop-off program. \nFee: $10/person. \nRecommended for ages 12-18. \nAdvance registration required by March 14. Registration opens March 1. Register at: https://hcparks.recdesk.com/Community/Program/Detail?programId=542
URL:https://hendrickscountyparks.org/event/homeschool-ecology-series-spring-plants/
LOCATION:McCloud Nature Park\, 8518 Hughes Road\, North Salem\, IN\, 46165\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Programs,McCloud Nature Park,Plants and Trees
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20210424T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20210424T150000
DTSTAMP:20260428T120713
CREATED:20210105T160941Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210105T162428Z
UID:10000178-1619269200-1619276400@hendrickscountyparks.org
SUMMARY:Walking Sticks
DESCRIPTION:***ADVANCE REGISTRATION REQUIRED*** Walk-in registration at the time of the event is not available. Upon completing registration through the link below\, you will receive an email confirming your registration.\n \nGear up for your hiking adventures by making your very own hiking stick! We’ll supply you with a height-appropriate wooden staff and tools you need to personalize it. Create color changes by whittling away more or less wood\, whip up a grip\, and add feathers or beads to show off your style! Our park naturalists will be available to help your hiking stick dream became a reality.\n \nRECOMMENDED FOR AGES 10 THROUGH ADULT. CHILDREN UNDER THE AGE OF 16 MUST HAVE ADULT SUPERVISION.\n \nFEE: $6/PROJECT (UP TO 2 PEOPLE PER PROJECT)\n \nADVANCE REGISTRATION REQUIRED BY APRIL 20 AT:\nhttps://hcparks.recdesk.com/Community/Program/Detail?programId=523\n \nAPPROXIMATE PROGRAM DURATION: 2 HOURS
URL:https://hendrickscountyparks.org/event/walking-sticks/
LOCATION:McCloud Nature Park\, 8518 Hughes Road\, North Salem\, IN\, 46165\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Programs,McCloud Nature Park
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