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Learn from ID Experts at BioBlitz

May 25, 2023

Cedar Rapids is blessed with Champions of Nature who possess expertise in identifying many kinds of flora and fauna. This summer, many are sharing those talents with the community during Indian Creek Nature Center’s first-ever…

2023 Creek Camp Staff

May 11, 2023

Eric Hart

Creek Camps, News, Summer Camp

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Creek Camp is coming fast! Indian Creek Nature Center staff is excited to lead tomorrow’s Champions of Nature on adventures through our wetlands, prairies and woodlands this summer. Before our Creek Camp families stock up…

Earth Day to Arbor Day Fundraiser

April 21, 2023

Eric Hart

Fundraising, News

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This year, between Earth Day (April 22) and Arbor Day (April 28) we’re calling on the community to help us fund repairs for the Hoop House. A few months ago, a winter storm damaged the…

The Hatch Chick Exhibit is BOCK

April 13, 2023

Eric Hart

Etzel Sugar Grove Farm, News

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The eggs for the 2023 Hatch Chick Exhibit have arrived at Indian Creek Nature Center. After a three year hiatus, the Hatch Chick Exhibit has returned to Amazing Space at Indian Creek Nature Center this…

The Blue Bridge where Bertram Road crosses Indian Creek

Blue Bridge Relocation

March 10, 2023

Eric Hart

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UPDATE: The Bertram Road Bridge was officially re-opened to traffic on October 9, 2023. Bertram Road Bridge Construction and Relocation The Bertram Road Bridge, also known as the “Blue Bridge,” is being replaced by Linn…

Bringing Farm to Table to Life

March 2, 2023

Eric Hart

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“The early morning text from a local farmer saying the collards look great after the frost and asking if I want to stop by. I love that!” says Matt Steigerwald, Culinary Director at Wilson’s Ciderhouse. …

Post-derecho chainsawing at Etzel Sugar Grov Farm

Derecho Cleanup Reaches Final Stages

February 16, 2023

Eric Hart

Derecho, Etzel Sugar Grove Farm, News, Volunteer

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On August 10, 2020, the Indian Creek Nature Center woodlands would change forever. As the derecho made its way through Cedar Rapids, the Nature Center was not prepared for the damage it would cause. Losing…

Trumpeter Swans: An Iowa Comeback Story

January 19, 2023

Eric Hart

News, Restoration

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Spotting a majestic Trumpeter Swan, made famous in fairy tales and fictional children’s books, was once a common reality for Iowans. While seeing one in Iowa may seem like a work of fantasy, conservationists across…

It’s our 50th Anniversary!

January 5, 2023

Eric Hart

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Celebrate 50 years of creating Champions of Nature. In 1973, B.B. Stamats and Jean O’Donnell shared a vision of a nature center that would promote a more sustainable world. Their vision soon came to life…

Let’s do more together

December 23, 2022

Eric Hart

Fundraising, News

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Philanthropy allows you to become part of something larger than yourself and collectively accomplish more than anyone ever could alone. Donating any amount to a cause dear to you will combine with others who share…

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Learn from ID Experts at BioBlitz

2023 Creek Camp Staff

Earth Day to Arbor Day Fundraiser

The Hatch Chick Exhibit is BOCK

Blue Bridge Relocation

Bringing Farm to Table to Life

Derecho Cleanup Reaches Final Stages

Trumpeter Swans: An Iowa Comeback Story

It’s our 50th Anniversary!

Let’s do more together

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