The Parks Foundation of Hendricks County’s Summer Fun Run Series is back for 2026! Enjoy an untimed stroll or run with family and friends at McCloud Nature Park at your convenience anytime between July 15 and July 20. We will offer a short and a long course to run or walk on trails with gravel...
Thousands of fossils lay on the shores of Big Walnut Creek at McCloud Nature Park! Though we are unlikely to find a T-Rex skull, we will search for Paleozoic marine fossils like crinoids and corals and learn how to identify them. Our naturalists will talk you through the ancient history of our land. FOR AGES...
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...
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. See our calendar and our website for more details. Sign up...
Uncover the hidden world beneath the water’s surface. We’ll learn about aquatic ecosystems, collect samples at the creek, and observe creek life up close. We’ll end the day with super fun water activities! FOR AGES 7-12 FEE: $30/CAMPER ADVANCE REGISTRATION REQUIRED BY JULY 3 AT: https://hcparks.recdesk.com/Community/Program/Detail?programId=984 APPROXIMATE PROGRAM DURATION: 4 HOURS
