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Cold Stratification for Seed Success

February 26, 2020

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We now have native prairie seeds available for purchase in our Creekside shop! Some prairie seeds will germinate best when they have undergone a process of cold stratification. This process occurs naturally in prairies during the…

ICNC is hiring — apply now!

February 10, 2020

Indian Creek Nature Center

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Indian Creek Nature Center is currently hiring for three internship positions: Monarch & Pollinator Internship (part-time, unpaid, mid June-August) Native Landscape Internship (part-time, unpaid, June-August) Summer Naturalist (30-40 hours per week, paid, May 26-August 21)…

Land & Creek Legacy Project

October 7, 2019

Indian Creek Nature Center

Amazing Space, Fundraising, News

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At Indian Creek Nature Center, we are always innovating and looking to the future. We recently reached a HUGE milestone by achieving Living Building Challenge Petal Certification, making Amazing Space one of only 31 buildings…

It’s official: we’re Living Building Challenge Petal Certified!

September 10, 2019

Indian Creek Nature Center

Amazing Space, Living Building, Nature Center, News, Restoration, Sustainability

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Indian Creek Nature Center (ICNC) has reached an incredible milestone: Amazing Space is officially Living Building Challenge (LBC) Petal Certified, making it the first and only Petal Certified project in the state of Iowa and…

In memory of George Etzel

August 30, 2019

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Etzel Sugar Grove Farm, Nature Center, News

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The news of George Etzel’s death deeply saddened all members of the Nature Center community. On behalf of the board of directors, trustees, and staff I extend our sincere sympathy to George’s friends and relatives.…

T-shirts & polos 40% off in Creekside Shop while supplies last!

August 5, 2019

Indian Creek Nature Center

Creekside Shop, News

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Whether you’re getting ready to go back to school or just need something new in your wardrobe, don’t forget about the clothing offered in our Creekside Shop. We have a great selection of t-shirts and…

Join us August 1 for our Winemaker Dinner!

July 18, 2019

Indian Creek Nature Center

Events, Nature Center, News

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Women in Wine: Rockstar Winemakers from the Pacific Northwest Enjoy a paired tasting menu featuring wines from Anne Hubatch (Helioterra, Whoa Nelly & The Guild Wines) and Pam Walden (Willful and Jezebel Wines) and small…

Become an ICNC Sustainer today!

July 16, 2019

Indian Creek Nature Center

Eco-minded, Fundraising, News, Sustainability

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You care about the environment. You want to make a difference, but where should you start? You could recycle. Or compost. Or use reusable bags and glass jars. You could eat less meat or buy…

Free family fun on July 13 (Monarch Fest 2019)!

June 24, 2019

Indian Creek Nature Center

Events, Kids, Nature Center, News

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For the fourth year the Cedar Rapids area is eagerly awaiting Indian Creek Nature Center’s popular, family-friendly pollinator event: Monarch Fest. Scheduled for Saturday, July 13th from 10am to 1pm, this free event is fun…

Sustainability Tips: Ditch plastic bags — go reusable!

June 17, 2019

Indian Creek Nature Center

Creekside Shop, Eco-minded, News, Sustainability

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Looking for an easy way to reduce your ecological footprint? Ditch plastic bags and make the switch to reusable! There are many options out there, but one example of a convenient and accessible reusable bag…

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Cold Stratification for Seed Success

ICNC is hiring — apply now!

Land & Creek Legacy Project

It’s official: we’re Living Building Challenge Petal Certified!

In memory of George Etzel

T-shirts & polos 40% off in Creekside Shop while supplies last!

Join us August 1 for our Winemaker Dinner!

Become an ICNC Sustainer today!

Free family fun on July 13 (Monarch Fest 2019)!

Sustainability Tips: Ditch plastic bags — go reusable!

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