Published in the Autumn 1975 ICNC newsletter: “The Nature Center Guild has been formed to aid the Nature Center through several fund-raising events each year. The Guild has 35+ members […]
Many hands make light work March 6th was an exciting day at Indian Creek Nature Center. An AmeriCorps National Civilian Community Corps (NCCC) crew had arrived! Ten young and bright-eyed […]
Recognizing Our Volunteers 365 days a year Indian Creek Nature Center is grateful to have the support of volunteers who move our mission forward. Every aspect of our mission, from […]
“Growing up, my mom was always lending a helping hand,” said Lisa Henderson. “Her involvement was an example I saw many times. She would always remind us there was someone […]
If you have taken a walk across the blue bridge lately, you may have noticed that there is a new structure off of our Blakeslee Bluebird trail. Thanks to a […]
Laying the ground Before Indian Creek Nature Center can build a trail – allowing visitors to enjoy the wonders of nature – land must first be entrusted to us. There […]
By Director of Education Kelli Kennon-Lane Like all Iowa preschools, one of our goals at Creekside Forest School is kindergarten readiness. One difference is that our nature-based preschool prepares […]
By Executive Director John Myers Published October 21, 2020 in the Cedar Rapids Gazette Troubling events like the pandemic and derecho challenge us all, but they also provide a […]
By Director of Land Stewardship Jean Wiedenheft If you had asked me in July what the biggest problems facing our forests are, I would have said: Lack of sunlight. […]
Guest Editorial by Mark Fleming, ICNC Volunteer and past member of the Iowa Master Landscape Association There are many decisions that need to be made when planting in your yard. […]
Helga Mayhew, 79, has volunteered with the Friends of Indian Creek Nature Center for at least 20 years and served as the Friends’ board representative at the Nature Center for […]
When people stop into the Creekside Shop, we are often asked, “What’s the big deal about local honey? How is it different than what I can buy at the grocery […]