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John Myers honored in Midwest Energy News’ 40 Under 40 of 2018

September 18, 2018

Amazing Space, Nature Center, News, Sustainability

John Myers, Executive Director of Indian Creek Nature Center, has been named to Midwest Energy News’ annual 40 Under 40 list, selected from over 200 nominees. This awards program highlights emerging leaders throughout the Midwest…

Your Sustainability Tips: How to Avoid Food Waste

September 4, 2018

Elyse Robinson

Eco-minded, News, Sustainability

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https://indiancreeknaturecenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/WAS_40_v1-h264-Looping-Video.mov.mp4 Did you know in the US 40% of the food we produce is wasted? This waste stems from food waste at home to food at the grocery store being tossed because it is…

Indian Creek Nature Center Announces Partnership with 1% for the Planet

August 27, 2018

Elyse Robinson

Amazing Space, Eco-minded, News, Sustainability

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Indian Creek Nature Center is a new nonprofit partner of 1% for the Planet, an alliance of more than 1,200 member companies in 40 countries that give one percent of revenues to environmental causes. Indian…

Your Sustainability Tips: Getting off to a healthy, planet-friendly school year

August 7, 2018

Elyse Robinson

News, Sustainability

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Can you believe it is already back-to-school time? As the school supply lists start flowing in, here are tips to start your eco-friendly school year. “Secondhand is in!” Before you go out shopping for all…

Recipe for a Mid-Summer’s Night Dream

August 1, 2018

Elyse Robinson

News, Programs

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The following piece is courtesy of Lauren Shuster, a participant in Indian Creek Nature Center’s Nature Writing series. This six-week series was led by Iowa Master Naturalist Molly Shedek. Participants in this series were involved…

Creekside Shop Closed on 7/31/18

July 31, 2018

Elyse Robinson

News

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The Creekside Shop will be closed for inventory on July 31, 2018. The shop will re-open on Wednesday, August 1st at 9 AM.

Meet Squiggles!

July 30, 2018

Elyse Robinson

Amazing Space, Critters, Nature Center, News

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Meet Squiggles! Squiggles is a painted turtle, and our new friend to visit at the Nature Center! Painted Turtles are one of Iowa’s many types of aquatic or water turtles. They are adapted for aquatic…

Parade of Prairies

July 18, 2018

Elyse Robinson

Amazing Space, Events, News

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Parade of Prairies Saturday, July 21, 7:30 AM-1 PM Indian Creek Nature Center’s Inaugural Parade of Prairies will showcase local landowner’s native landscapes. Participants will tour five high quality native prairie plantings in various stages…

SOLD OUT-Susan Werner LIVE at the Nature Center on July 21st

July 13, 2018

Elyse Robinson

Events, News

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Join us on Saturday, July 21st at 6:30 PM to hear Susan Werner LIVE with Amelia and Melina on the Nature Center’s beautifully lit patio surrounded by woodland and prairie. Werner’s score has already received…

Your Sustainability Tips: Add some “Green” to your Red, White and Blue!

July 2, 2018

Elyse Robinson

Amazing Space, Eco-minded, News, Sustainability

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Light up your Fourth of July a little more this year by adding a little “green” to the party! The Fourth of July is a time of celebration, family fun, and the smell of food…

John Myers honored in Midwest Energy News’ 40 Under 40 of 2018

Your Sustainability Tips: How to Avoid Food Waste

Indian Creek Nature Center Announces Partnership with 1% for the Planet

Your Sustainability Tips: Getting off to a healthy, planet-friendly school year

Recipe for a Mid-Summer’s Night Dream

Creekside Shop Closed on 7/31/18

Meet Squiggles!

Parade of Prairies

SOLD OUT-Susan Werner LIVE at the Nature Center on July 21st

Your Sustainability Tips: Add some “Green” to your Red, White and Blue!

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