Christmas Bird Count at McCloud Nature Park
You can add to a century of citizen science data by participating in the Jamestown area bird count on Dec. 30 at 8 a.m.
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HCP&R Seeking Local Artwork
We at Hendricks County Parks & Recreation want to collaborate with local artists to fill our display space at the Nature Center of McCloud Nature Park in month-long rotations throughout 2018. We would like to display the artwork of our community’s artists on our walls and/or in our display cases. The exhibit could be a…
Tree Removal on Vandalia Trail
Tree removal work will begin on the Vandalia Trail on Sept. 30, 2021 and continue through the winter. We have contracted Cummins Tree Service to remove a large number of dead trees along the trail. These are predominantly ash trees that fell victim to the Emerald Ash Borer. Cummins Tree Service will begin work right…
Multiple Agencies Work Together During Prospect of Park Ownership Change
A pending change in ownership of property that includes Sodalis Nature Park in Plainfield is presenting a unique opportunity for collaboration between multiple agencies. The Town of Plainfield is in the process of purchasing nearly 1,800 acres of land from the Indianapolis Airport Authority (IAA) in the southeast corner of Hendricks County that includes Sodalis…
New Cabin Fever Event Debuts on Saturday
Are you tired of being stuck indoors for the winter? Has cabin fever set in? Then bundle the family up and head out to McCloud Nature Park on Saturday from 1 to 4 p.m. for Hendricks County Parks & Recreation’s brand new Cabin Fever event. Throughout the event, park naturalists and guest instructors will be…
Now Accepting ACORN Applications!
We are seeking high school freshmen, sophomores, and juniors to serve on the Active Council on Recreation Needs (ACORN) for the 2020-21 school year!
McCloud Prairie Burn 2020
On April 8, 2020, Turner Forestry performed a prescribed burn of the 52-acre prairie at McCloud Nature Park. Below are a number of resources about the burn for your education and enjoyment. FAQ Frequently asked questions about prescribed prairie burns: 🔥 How long will it take for the prairie to be green again? Answer: In about…