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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…

Meet ICNC’s new Artist in Residence, Mary Kopecky!

June 3, 2019

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Art, Calendar, News, Programs

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Mary Kopecky, of Willowsprite LLC, has been weaving willow for nearly 20 years. A Cedar Rapids native and former elementary school teacher, Kopecky took her first class to weave a garden trellis at the Indian…

Meet our Creek Camp staff!

May 22, 2019

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Nature Center, News, Programs, Summer Camp

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Meet the naturalists behind our Creek Camps this year: Emily Roediger, Andria Cossolotto, Megan Lenss, Paige Brandenburg and Makayla Beik. Emily Roediger – Naturalist Emily Roediger is originally from Rochester, Minnesota. She graduated from Gustavus…

Practice in the Prairie returns in May!

April 9, 2019

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Amazing Space, Calendar, Events, News, Programs, Yoga

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The Nature Center’s signature summer wellness series is back for a 3rd year! Join us every Tuesday in May through September from 6-7 PM for free yoga and pilates classes at Indian Creek Nature Center.…

Sustainability Tips: Make your own maple syrup!

March 5, 2019

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Eco-minded, Nature Center, Programs, Sustainability

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Did you know you can make your own maple syrup? All it takes is the right tools, temperatures, time and effort! While it’s a little late in the season to start now, we recommend attending…

2019 Creek Camp registration NOW OPEN!

March 4, 2019

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Critters, Events, Kids, Nature Center, News, Programs, Summer Camp

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Who knew learning could be so much fun? At Creek Camp, your child will be guided by our full-time Naturalists Andria Cossolotto and Emily Roediger and experienced summer naturalists as they explore the outdoors. Campers…

Beginning Beekeeping 2019

December 19, 2018

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Critters, Events, News, Programs

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This holiday season just got sweeter: Our 2019 Beginning Beekeeping Series registration is open for aspiring beekeepers and curious conservationists! This eight session series is designed for individuals serious about starting a beekeeping hobby, but…

#GivingTuesday Donor Spotlight: Jenni Semelroth

November 19, 2018

Indian Creek Nature Center

Fundraising, Nature Center, News, Programs

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For more than 15 years, Jenni Semelroth has generously donated her time, expertise and dollars to Indian Creek Nature Center. A former Microbiologist and Science Teacher, Jenni has dedicated countless hours as a volunteer Teacher…

Recipe for a Mid-Summer’s Night Dream

August 1, 2018

Indian Creek Nature Center

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…

March is Maple Syruping month!

February 20, 2018

Indian Creek Nature Center

Events, Events, Kids, Nature Center, News, Programs, Syrup Fest

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Why is March maple syruping month? Because that’s when maple sap flows from the sugar maple trees at Indian Creek Nature Center! We turn that sap into our very own real, pure maple syrup. Want to…

Programs

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

Meet ICNC’s new Artist in Residence, Mary Kopecky!

Meet our Creek Camp staff!

Practice in the Prairie returns in May!

Sustainability Tips: Make your own maple syrup!

2019 Creek Camp registration NOW OPEN!

Beginning Beekeeping 2019

#GivingTuesday Donor Spotlight: Jenni Semelroth

Recipe for a Mid-Summer’s Night Dream

March is Maple Syruping month!

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