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Bird Banding Q&A with Ornithologist Neil Bernstein

April 28, 2020

Our recent bird banding programs were cancelled due to COVID-19, but, we wanted to share a little bit about the practice to help people better understand what exactly it is and why we do it.…

Get gardening! Tips for a greener thumb.

April 15, 2020

Events, Flowers, Fundraising, News, Organic, Plant Sale, Spring Plant & Art Sale, Uncategorized

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With everyone isolated at home due to the COVID-19 pandemic, there’s no better time to start a garden. Spending time outdoors is great for your physical and mental health and not only beautifies your home…

Keep Us Grounded

April 10, 2020

Fundraising, Membership, News

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The Nature Center is a resource available to everyone. Even now while most places are closed, nature is still open! You can visit our property to clear your mind, boost your sanity, generate wonder and…

Trail Trekkers at Home: Senses Exploration

April 8, 2020

Kids, Nature Center, News, Programs

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Our Preschool Trail Trekkers programs offer children and accompanying adults a chance to explore the Nature Center and the outdoors with our Naturalists. In this time of social distancing, ICNC Naturalist Emily Roediger developed some…

Register for our popular Creek Camps — gift cards now available!

April 1, 2020

Creek Camps, News, Programs, Summer Camp

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A summer of fun, outdoor play, and learning are just what the children in your life need right now. At Indian Creek Nature Center’s Creek Camp, your child will be guided by our full-time Naturalists…

Play & learn in nature with these tips from our education team!

March 27, 2020

Kids, News

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Cedar Rapids playgrounds may be temporarily closed, but nature is still open! Whether you hit our five miles of trails, a nearby neighborhood park, or your own backyard, we know fresh air and sunshine are…

Stay safe outdoors during COVID-19 pandemic

March 26, 2020

Hit the Trails, Nature Center, News

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At Indian Creek Nature Center, we understand the importance of getting outside and experiencing nature — in fact, research shows just 20 minutes in nature will significantly lower your stress hormones — and we are…

Maple Syrup Festival rescheduled to June

March 16, 2020

Events, Maple Syrup Festival, News

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Our beloved Maple Syrup Festival has been rescheduled for June 27 & 28, 2020. While we had to move the date into the summer, this will still be the festival you know and love —…

ICNC Closed to Prevent Spread of COVID-19

March 15, 2020

Amazing Space, Nature Center, News

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For the health and safety of our guests, volunteers and staff, we have decided to close the Amazing Space, Penningroth Barn and Etzel Sugar Grove Farm campuses to the public until further notice. All programs…

COVID-19 Update

March 11, 2020

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Like you, staff at the Indian Creek Nature Center are closely monitoring the COVID-19 pandemic. We are following the recommendations of Linn County Public Health and the CDC. We have received several questions which we…

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Bird Banding Q&A with Ornithologist Neil Bernstein

Get gardening! Tips for a greener thumb.

Keep Us Grounded

Trail Trekkers at Home: Senses Exploration

Register for our popular Creek Camps — gift cards now available!

Play & learn in nature with these tips from our education team!

Stay safe outdoors during COVID-19 pandemic

Maple Syrup Festival rescheduled to June

ICNC Closed to Prevent Spread of COVID-19

COVID-19 Update

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