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Meet our 2021 Creek Camp staff!

June 24, 2021

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Meet the naturalists behind our Creek Camps this year: Emily Roediger, Andria Cossolotto, Sami Semelroth and Brianna Haynes. Emily Roediger – Naturalist Emily Roediger is originally from Rochester, Minnesota. She graduated from Gustavus Adolphus College…

Cedar Rapids Climate Story: Plan the Future of our Environment

June 16, 2021

Eco-minded, Events, News, Sustainability

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By Director of Land Stewardship Jean Wiedenheft When I am not at my desk, I am often out in the field mulching trees or grubbing out invasive honeysuckle bushes. Both of which I love to…

10 Tips for Avoiding Ticks

June 15, 2021

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Ticks, including those that carry lyme disease and other pathogens, are prevalent in the prairies and woods of Iowa. Taking simple steps to prevent them from attaching to you can support you having a fun,…

Celebrate National Trails Day on our newly re-opened trails!

June 3, 2021

Amazing Space, Hit the Trails, Nature Center, News, Restoration

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Since the devastating derecho last August, Indian Creek Nature Center’s land team — with the support of many volunteers — has been hard at work clearing debris, rebuilding and rerouting damaged trails. And now, just…

Practice in the Prairie returns in June!

May 10, 2021

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The Nature Center’s signature summer wellness series is back! Join us every Tuesday in June through September from 6-7 PM for free yoga and pilates classes at Indian Creek Nature Center. Led by some of…

How to Plant a Tree (Tips from Trees Forever)

May 4, 2021

News, Plant Sale, Restoration

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Follow along using this handy flow chart from Trees Forever. So you have a new tree. Awesome! Before you do anything, always call Iowa One (811) before planting. Then… 1. Determine where you’ll plant your…

Earth Day – Arbor Day “Rooted & Resilient” Fundraiser

April 20, 2021

Fundraising, Nature Center, News, Restoration, Sustainability

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If you visit the Nature Center, the devastation of the August 2020 derecho remains a very visible, not-so-distant memory. The winds tore apart the trees in August, leaving debris and hanging limbs that are still…

Volunteer Appreciation Week: April 18-24

April 15, 2021

Calendar, Events, News, Programs, Volunteer

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We love our volunteers — THANK YOU for all you do for Indian Creek Nature Center! So far in 2021, our volunteers have reported over 800 hours of service. Thanks to your time, skill and dedication, we…

CANCELLED: Spring prescribed burns

April 12, 2021

Eco-minded, Nature Center, News, Restoration, Sustainability

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Spring prescribed burns on the Nature Center’s property are planned beginning Monday, April 26 and continuing April 28 and May 2, 4, 5, 7, 10, 11, 12 and 14. Indian Creek Nature Center conducts regular…

ICNC’s Etzel Sugar Grove Farm Earns Organic Certification

April 5, 2021

Etzel Sugar Grove Farm, News, Organic

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Egg & produce operation receives Midwest Organic Services Association (MOSA) certification Indian Creek Nature Center’s Etzel Sugar Grove Farm has achieved a significant milestone toward a more sustainable future. The Midwest Organic Services Association has…

Our Blog

Meet our 2021 Creek Camp staff!

Cedar Rapids Climate Story: Plan the Future of our Environment

10 Tips for Avoiding Ticks

Celebrate National Trails Day on our newly re-opened trails!

Practice in the Prairie returns in June!

How to Plant a Tree (Tips from Trees Forever)

Earth Day – Arbor Day “Rooted & Resilient” Fundraiser

Volunteer Appreciation Week: April 18-24

CANCELLED: Spring prescribed burns

ICNC’s Etzel Sugar Grove Farm Earns Organic Certification

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