Programs

Wolf Exhibit Coming This November

September 25, 2024

Amazing Space, Critters, Nature Center, News, Programs

Indian Creek Nature Center is pleased to showcase the International Wolf Center’s Wolves and Wild Lands Traveling Exhibit from November 3 – 27. The exhibit is composed of six preserved taxidermy specimens; Arctic wolf, Mexican…

The Apiary Is Buzzing with Excitement

December 8, 2022

Eric Hart

Etzel Sugar Grove Farm, News, Programs

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The apiary at Etzel Sugar Grove Farm plays an important role in many different ways. First and foremost, it is a great resource for our Beginning Beekeeping series. This 9-month long class introduces students to…

Creating the Next Generation of Outdoor Leaders

October 26, 2022

Eric Hart

News, Programs

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There is incredible alignment between the Nature Center and the Scouting programs. For years, the Nature Center has been focused on providing additional education opportunities for Scouting leaders who are developing opportunities for youth. Through…

Meet our 2022 Creek Camp Staff!

May 23, 2022

Indian Creek Nature Center

News, Programs, Summer Camp

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Summer is nearly here and so are Creek Camps! We are looking forward to going on many outdoor adventures with this year’s campers and summer naturalists…but before we do, we’d like to introduce you to…

A Fond Farewell (For Now) to the Flemings

May 9, 2022

Indian Creek Nature Center

Kids, Living Building, Nature Center, News, Programs, Volunteer

environmental education, flemings, hazelut hideaway, learn, outdoor classroom, outdoor play, play, volunteers

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This week we said farewell for now to the Flemings, who have been longtime supporters of the Nature Center. We wish them all the best on their new adventure in Colorado.The article below about their…

We LOVE Our Educators — Happy Teacher Appreciation Week!

May 5, 2022

Indian Creek Nature Center

Creekside Forest School, Nature Center, News, Programs

creekside forest school, education, naturalist, preschool, school, teacher appreciation, teachers

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We are blessed to have so many excellent educators at Indian Creek Nature Center, both on staff and teacher naturalists that generously volunteer their time, talents, and expertise. Director of Education Kelli Kennon-Lane had these…

Help make snowshoeing accessible for all ages at ICNC!

February 2, 2022

Indian Creek Nature Center

Fundraising, Hit the Trails, News, Programs

activities, donate, donate now, fundraiser, snowshoe, things to do, winter

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By Nature Center Board Member Emily Flowergarden My family and I love being outside in all seasons. Snow and very cold temperatures used to make it difficult to stay active outside in winter, but I…

Support early environmental education in Iowa — CFS Wishlist

August 11, 2021

Indian Creek Nature Center

Creekside Forest School, Fundraising, Kids, News, Preschool, Programs

back-to-school, donate, early education, environmental education, fundraiser, preschool, school fundraiser, wishlist

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Can you believe it’s already time to head back to school?! At Indian Creek Nature Center that means we’re gearing up for regular field trips and fall programs, but this year is extra special. On…

Meet our 2021 Creek Camp staff!

June 24, 2021

Indian Creek Nature Center

News, Programs, Summer Camp

camp staff, creek camps, summer naturalists

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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…

Programs

Wolf Exhibit Coming This November

The Apiary Is Buzzing with Excitement

Creating the Next Generation of Outdoor Leaders

Meet our 2022 Creek Camp Staff!

A Fond Farewell (For Now) to the Flemings

We LOVE Our Educators — Happy Teacher Appreciation Week!

Help make snowshoeing accessible for all ages at ICNC!

Support early environmental education in Iowa — CFS Wishlist

Meet our 2021 Creek Camp staff!

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