McCloud Prairie Maze Celebrates the Snake
The McCloud Prairie Maze is open, and this year’s theme ssssssalutes the ssssslick ssssserpent known as the ssssssnake!
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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!
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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 that time is here again! This event has become so popular that we’re hosting Family Campouts TWICE this year: on…
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Fall 2020 Explorer Magazine
Our fall program guide for September through December, 2020.
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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 Phase I construction will be completed by the end of 2020 and that the department will host the park’s grand…
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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?
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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 restrooms at McCloud Nature Park and the Amo and Coatesville trailheads of the Vandalia Trail are now OPEN from dawn to dusk daily. The…
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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…
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Summer 2020 Explorer Magazine
Our summer program guide for May 1 through August 31, 2020.
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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, and the Vandalia Trail are all OPEN. To learn more, click here. Update as of 5/1/2020: Update as of 4/21/2020:…
