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!
Family Campouts at McCloud!
We are welcoming entire families to spend the night at McCloud Nature Park in September! Each year, we invite families to join us on a nighttime adventure full of games, fireside chats, and s'mores, and…
Fall 2020 Explorer Magazine
Our fall program guide for September through December, 2020.
Construction Begins on W.S. Gibbs Memorial Park
It’s been a long time coming, but at last, it’s a reality. Construction on Phase I of W.S. Gibbs Memorial Park in Avon began on June 16. Hendricks County Parks & Recreation (HCP&R) estimates that…
Where to Find The Explorer Magazine
Want to know how to get a copy of The Explorer magazine with all of our programming, parks news, and more?
HCP&R Reopens in Full
In compliance with the Hendricks County Government phased reopening plan, we are now OPEN! Our main office in Danville is OPEN again to the public from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday. The…
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…
Summer 2020 Explorer Magazine
Our summer program guide for May 1 through August 31, 2020.
Changes to Scheduling Due to COVID-19 (Coronavirus) Concerns
We will keep this page updated with any changes to our programming and events. Update as of 5/18/2020: As of May 18, 2020, our main office, the McCloud Nature Center, all restrooms, McCloud Nature Park,…
Website Repairs Underway
Our website was hacked recently, causing all kinds of problems including, but not limited to, directing patrons to a website that was decidedly not ours. After countless hours spanning several weeks, we are pleased to…