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Bicyclists, join Friends of the Vandalia Trail for weekly rides along the Vandalia Trail alternating between Amo and Plainfield. This event is for the rides starting from Amo. 1st, 3rd, & 5th Tuesdays each month (trailhead at Railroad St. & Pearl St.). Enjoy the countryside and small towns riding Hendricks County Parks and Recreation's paved...
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Join us on the sunny side of life! We'll be using cyanotype techniques to create paper prints that use the light of the sun to print outlines of flowers, feathers, or whatever you may choose. It's a great way to enjoy the sunshine and take home a new decor piece, ready to be framed! RECOMMENDED...
$3
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Join us for a guided nature hike through the beautiful trails of McCloud Nature Park! This moderate hike is perfect for nature lovers of all ages and experience levels. Bring water, dress for the weather, and enjoy this peaceful adventure in the great outdoors! APPROPRIATE FOR ALL AGES • FREE TO ATTENDNO ADVANCE REGISTRATION REQUIREDAPPROXIMATE...
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Meet all of our ambassador animals for a late lunch while we talk about what and how they eat! APPROPRIATE FOR ALL AGES FREE TO ATTENDNO ADVANCE REGISTRATION REQUIRED APPROXIMATE PROGRAM DURATION: 1 HOUR
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Come out to the park for some campfire fun! Our naturalists are offering this as a fun family program, open to all ages. Each session will focus on a different snack using our campfire to cook it, such as roasting and Dutch oven cooking. Sign up early, as spots are limited and will fill up...
$3
Join Balance & Breath Yoga & Wellness Center this fall for FREE Yoga in the Park programs! Grab a beach towel or yoga mat, some water, and join us at theBluegill Shelter at W.S. Gibbs Memorial Park! Their beginner-friendly series of classes are great for meeting those in the community and enjoying gentle movement outdoors...
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McCloud Prairie Maze
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2026 marks the United States’ 250th birthday! Our staff have been asking for a bald eagle prairie maze design for several years now, so 2026 seems the perfect time to do one! Come out to McCloud Nature Park during the months of September and October and explore our 2026 McCloud Prairie Maze celebrating bald eagles...
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They crawl and slither but don’t be alarmed! We will get to learn all about our scaly friends: turtles and snakes. We’ll read a book, do a craft, and meet some of our very own reptile friends. FOR AGES 2-5 WITH A PARENT OR GUARDIAN; OLDER SIBLINGS AGES 6-7 ARE ALSO WELCOME TO REGISTER FEE:...
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Want to craft your very own keychain critters? Join us at the nature center to make a new paracord or beaded keychain to take home! RECOMMENDED FOR AGES 5 AND UPFEE: $2/PERSONADVANCE REGISTRATION REQUIRED AT: https://hcparks.recdesk.com/Community/Program/Detail?programId=1038APPROXIMATE PROGRAM DURATION: 1 HOUR
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Meet all of our ambassador animals for a late lunch while we talk about what and how they eat! APPROPRIATE FOR ALL AGES FREE TO ATTENDNO ADVANCE REGISTRATION REQUIRED APPROXIMATE PROGRAM DURATION: 1 HOUR
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Come out to W.S. Gibbs Memorial Park this year for our Market in the Park (formerly Farmer’s Parket) events, where you will find local artisans, baked goods, crafts, homemade goods and more available for purchase from local vendors! APPROPRIATE FOR ALL AGES FREE TO ATTEND NO ADVANCE REGISTRATION REQUIRED APPROXIMATE PROGRAM DURATION: 5 HOURS (ONGOING)...
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Join us as we learn all about the importance of pollinators when we explore our beautiful pollinator plot at W.S. Gibbs Memorial Park! We will talk about all the different pollinators that may call our park home and make some fun crafts using some of our flowers! FOR AGES 7-12 WITH A PARENT OR GUARDIAN...
$5
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Bicyclists, join Friends of the Vandalia Trail for weekly rides along the Vandalia Trail alternating between Amo and Plainfield. This event is for the rides starting from Amo. 1st, 3rd, & 5th Tuesdays each month (trailhead at Railroad St. & Pearl St.). Enjoy the countryside and small towns riding Hendricks County Parks and Recreation's paved...
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Join our naturalists at the Senior Center in Danville on the 4th Wednesday of every month from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. for a FREE nature-themed program! These programs take place during lunch at the Senior Center, and donations are accepted for lunch. The Senior Center partners with the Central Indiana Council on Aging (CICOA) to...
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Join us for a guided nature hike through the beautiful trails of McCloud Nature Park! This moderate hike is perfect for nature lovers of all ages and experience levels. Bring water, dress for the weather, and enjoy this peaceful adventure in the great outdoors! APPROPRIATE FOR ALL AGES • FREE TO ATTENDNO ADVANCE REGISTRATION REQUIREDAPPROXIMATE...
Free
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Meet all of our ambassador animals for a late lunch while we talk about what and how they eat! APPROPRIATE FOR ALL AGES FREE TO ATTENDNO ADVANCE REGISTRATION REQUIRED APPROXIMATE PROGRAM DURATION: 1 HOUR
Free
Join Balance & Breath Yoga & Wellness Center this fall for FREE Yoga in the Park programs! Grab a beach towel or yoga mat, some water, and join us at theBluegill Shelter at W.S. Gibbs Memorial Park! Their beginner-friendly series of classes are great for meeting those in the community and enjoying gentle movement outdoors...
Free
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Looking for a fun and educational family activity this summer that’s FREE? Take 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! The Indiana Astronomical Society partners with Park Naturalists to hold sky seminars...
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NAME - THAT - SKULLLL! Join our naturalist to unveil our mysterious animal skull collection. We’ll put our skulls on display and leave it up to you to figure out which skull belongs to each animal. At the end, we will reveal the true names of the animal skulls and share info about their specialized...
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Join us for a hands-on workshop where nature meets creativity! Using beads made from the native sassafras tree, participants will craft their own unique bracelet or necklace. Whether you're a seasoned jewelry maker or trying something new, this workshop is designed to guide you step-by-step in creating a wearable work of art inspired by the...
$10
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2 events,
Join us for a guided nature hike through the beautiful trails of McCloud Nature Park! This moderate hike is perfect for nature lovers of all ages and experience levels. Bring water, dress for the weather, and enjoy this peaceful adventure in the great outdoors! APPROPRIATE FOR ALL AGES • FREE TO ATTENDNO ADVANCE REGISTRATION REQUIREDAPPROXIMATE...
Free
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3 events,
Meet all of our ambassador animals for a late lunch while we talk about what and how they eat! APPROPRIATE FOR ALL AGES FREE TO ATTENDNO ADVANCE REGISTRATION REQUIRED APPROXIMATE PROGRAM DURATION: 1 HOUR
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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. These night hikes will focus on finding the owls of our park. This program will last about 1.5 hours and will trek easy to moderate trails. Our...
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McCloud Prairie Maze
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Join our park naturalists at Clayton - Liberty Township Library each month to share a story about a native animal and a related craft or activity!
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Bicyclists, join Friends of the Vandalia Trail for weekly rides along the Vandalia Trail alternating between Amo and Plainfield. This event is for the rides starting from Amo. 1st, 3rd, & 5th Tuesdays each month (trailhead at Railroad St. & Pearl St.). Enjoy the countryside and small towns riding Hendricks County Parks and Recreation's paved...
Free
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1 event, |
2 events,
Join us for a guided nature hike through the beautiful trails of McCloud Nature Park! This moderate hike is perfect for nature lovers of all ages and experience levels. Bring water, dress for the weather, and enjoy this peaceful adventure in the great outdoors! APPROPRIATE FOR ALL AGES • FREE TO ATTENDNO ADVANCE REGISTRATION REQUIREDAPPROXIMATE...
Free
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3 events,
Meet all of our ambassador animals for a late lunch while we talk about what and how they eat! APPROPRIATE FOR ALL AGES FREE TO ATTENDNO ADVANCE REGISTRATION REQUIRED APPROXIMATE PROGRAM DURATION: 1 HOUR
Free
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Come out to the park for some campfire fun! Our naturalists are offering this as a fun family program, open to all ages. Each session will focus on a different snack using our campfire to cook it, such as roasting and Dutch oven cooking. Sign up early, as spots are limited and will fill up...
$3
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3 events,
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Come out to W.S. Gibbs Memorial Park this year for our Market in the Park (formerly Farmer’s Parket) events, where you will find local artisans, baked goods, crafts, homemade goods and more available for purchase from local vendors! APPROPRIATE FOR ALL AGES FREE TO ATTEND NO ADVANCE REGISTRATION REQUIRED APPROXIMATE PROGRAM DURATION: 5 HOURS (ONGOING)...
Free
Looking for a fun and educational family activity this summer that’s FREE? Take 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! The Indiana Astronomical Society partners with Park Naturalists to hold sky seminars...
Free
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