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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260417T090000
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SUMMARY:Inservice Camp: Mystery Moments (WAITLIST ONLY)
DESCRIPTION:Make the most out of your child’s day off school!**\nSend them to the “Mystery Moments” In-Service Day Camp at ICNC. Students will discover some unusual happenings at Indian Creek Nature Center. Through teamwork and detective skills\, students will uncover clues that help explain several mysterious (but not scary) events. \nPlease send a sack lunch and snack\, and dress kids for indoor and outdoor play. This program is available for all K-5th grade students. \n**Please check your school’s calendar to see if this is an in-service day for your child. \n9:00 AM-3:00 PM (drop off: 8:45-9 AM\, pickup: 3-3:15 PM) \nMember $55; Non-Member $75 \nPre-registration is required for this program. We cannot accept walk-in participants. Thank you! \nThis program is full. You can join the waitlist by clicking the ‘Register’ button below. \n 
URL:https://indiancreeknaturecenter.org/event/inservice-camp-mystery-moments/
CATEGORIES:Day Camps
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260418T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260418T120000
DTSTAMP:20260416T174512
CREATED:20260210T165422Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T165528Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Banding at the Barn
DESCRIPTION:Join ornithologist Dr. Neil Bernstein for a special bird banding program. Be our guest and drop in at Penningroth Barn (6665 Otis Rd) anytime to watch Dr. Bernstein net\, band\, and release birds from Nature Center property. You’ll get a chance to see the equipment he uses\, observe the banding process\, and learn about the importance of banding. You’ll also get an up close look at the birds!\nChildren and families are welcome to join in on the fun. Banding is a weather-dependent activity. This program is free and open to the public; free will donations to the Nature Center are welcome. FREE \nAll banding\, marking\, and sampling is being conducted under a federally authorized Bird Banding Permit issued by the U.S. Geological Survey.
URL:https://indiancreeknaturecenter.org/event/bird-banding-at-the-barn-28/
CATEGORIES:Bird Banding,Birding Programs,Public Programming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260419T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260419T170000
DTSTAMP:20260416T174512
CREATED:20260126T191702Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T152523Z
UID:10001929-1776589200-1776618000@indiancreeknaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Willow Bases and Beyond - Part 2 (WAITLIST ONLY)
DESCRIPTION:Create beautiful and useful willow art in this Two-Part Introduction to Stake and Strand Basketmaking! \nApril 19 – Part 2:\nWeaving the sides\, rim\, and handles: Using a base from the March 15 class\, Participants will learn a variety of weaves utilized in stake and strand basketry\, such as the three-rod wale\, and French randing\, or slewing. Learning to complete a border and handles tops off the day\, and weavers will take home a handy basket for use in the home and garden. \nMaterials: A sharp carving knife\, sharp pruners. If you have them\, please bring a bodkin and basketry shears. The teacher will share hers if you do not. No need to purchase\, but if you are interested\, check this link. \nPlease bring your lunch\, snacks\, and beverages. Please bring an old sheet that we will soak\, wring out\, and store your willow in while you work. Wear old pants that can get stained. \nFee: $175 Non-members $160 Members. Pre-registration is required and closes March 6th. Space is limited. The second part of this class will be held on Sunday\, April 19th from 9 to 5pm. \nIn Part 1\, held on March 15\, teacher Mary Kopecky will lead participants as they make two or more basket bases and shapes. One of these bases will be used in the 2nd part of the class\, where we learn to weave the sides\, rim\, and handle(s). Participants will learn to make a Catalan base and a traditional round base with spokes. \nThis class is full. You can join the waitlist by clicking the Register button below.
URL:https://indiancreeknaturecenter.org/event/willow-bases-and-beyond-part-2/
CATEGORIES:Crafts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260420T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260420T150000
DTSTAMP:20260416T174512
CREATED:20250904T155347Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251118T200020Z
UID:10001846-1776675600-1776697200@indiancreeknaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Inservice Camp: Spring Travelers
DESCRIPTION:Make the most out of your child’s day off school!**\nSend them to the “Spring Travelers” In-Service Day Camp at ICNC. Students will meet some of Iowa’s spring travelers!! We will learn about migratory song birds and help band them as they embark on their spring migration. \nPlease send a sack lunch and snack\, and dress kids for indoor and outdoor play. This program is available for all K-5th grade students. \n**Please check your school’s calendar to see if this is an in-service day for your child. \n9:00 AM-3:00 PM (drop off: 8:45-9 AM\, pickup: 3-3:15 PM) \nMember $55; Non-Member $75 \nPre-registration is required for this program. We cannot accept walk-in participants. Thank you! \n 
URL:https://indiancreeknaturecenter.org/event/inservice-camp-spring-travelers/
CATEGORIES:Day Camps
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260420T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260420T113000
DTSTAMP:20260416T174512
CREATED:20260123T222321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T222321Z
UID:10001901-1776681000-1776684600@indiancreeknaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Mini Explorer Hiking Club
DESCRIPTION:Parents and their children from birth to school age are invited to join the Mini Explorer Hiking Club (formerly Hike It Baby) for a family-friendly hike at the Nature Center!\nDress appropriately for the weather\, as we will be outdoors for the full hour. Baby carriers and all-terrain strollers are welcome\, but strollers are not suitable for all trails.  \nFeel free to pack a lunch to enjoy with the group on the Patio afterwards!  \n$5/nonmember adult\, $3/member adult. All children are free. Pre-registration is recommended.
URL:https://indiancreeknaturecenter.org/event/mini-explorer-hiking-club-3/
CATEGORIES:Preschool Programs,Public Programming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260421T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260421T180000
DTSTAMP:20260416T174512
CREATED:20260204T165559Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T165559Z
UID:10001933-1776787200-1776794400@indiancreeknaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Fresh Air After School
DESCRIPTION:The Fresh Air Academy at Indian Creek Nature Center is a drop-off immersive nature experience.  \nChildren will go on learning adventures with experienced ICNC educators. Educators will develop seasonally appropriate themes to guide the day\, but the children will determine the specifics of their time at the Nature Center. Children will spend ample time outdoors exploring and learning at the Nature Center’s 200-acre classroom.  \nSessions will be held on Tuesdays in April and May. \nDates: April 7\, 14\, 21\, 28 and May 5\, 12\, 19\, 26 (Tuesdays) \nDrop off / Pick up Times: 3:45-4:15 pm and 6:00-6:15 pm \n$160 Member\, $200 Non-Members \nPre-registration is required.
URL:https://indiancreeknaturecenter.org/event/fresh-air-after-school-4/
CATEGORIES:Fresh Air After School
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260425T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260425T120000
DTSTAMP:20260416T174512
CREATED:20260210T165422Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T165749Z
UID:10001976-1777107600-1777118400@indiancreeknaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Bird Banding at the Barn
DESCRIPTION:Join ornithologist Dr. Neil Bernstein for a special bird banding program. Be our guest and drop in at Penningroth Barn (6665 Otis Rd) anytime to watch Dr. Bernstein net\, band\, and release birds from Nature Center property. You’ll get a chance to see the equipment he uses\, observe the banding process\, and learn about the importance of banding. You’ll also get an up close look at the birds!\nChildren and families are welcome to join in on the fun. Banding is a weather-dependent activity. This program is free and open to the public; free will donations to the Nature Center are welcome. FREE \nAll banding\, marking\, and sampling is being conducted under a federally authorized Bird Banding Permit issued by the U.S. Geological Survey.
URL:https://indiancreeknaturecenter.org/event/bird-banding-at-the-barn-29/
CATEGORIES:Bird Banding,Public Programming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260425T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260425T113000
DTSTAMP:20260416T174512
CREATED:20250814T153420Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251111T220545Z
UID:10001815-1777109400-1777116600@indiancreeknaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Girl Scout Juniors: Geocacher
DESCRIPTION:Come to a geocaching event to learn how the Global Positioning System (GPS) works. Learn to enter waypoints in a GPS receiver and find a geocache! Bring your own GPS unit or borrow one of the Nature Center’s units. This completes most of the Geocache badge.\nFees: $10 per scout\, Scout leaders free (limit 2 per group)\, $5 per adult \nRegistration deadline: 2 days prior to program date \nMore information: https://indiancreeknaturecenter.org/scouts/girl-scout-workshops/ \n 
URL:https://indiancreeknaturecenter.org/event/girl-scout-juniors-geocacher-2/
CATEGORIES:Scouts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260425T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260425T140000
DTSTAMP:20260416T174512
CREATED:20260123T222322Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T222322Z
UID:10001902-1777122000-1777125600@indiancreeknaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Wild Edibles Walk #1
DESCRIPTION:During this 45 to 60 minute walk Kathy Dice will be showing local wild edibles surrounding the Penningroth Barn. Some of the edibles will be ready for harvest\, but edibles that were available earlier in the season\, and some that will be ready later will also be pointed out.\nThe walking route will be on mostly level ground and will be a big circle around the barn yard area with an estimated total distance of 1/4 mile. Please wear appropriate clothing and shoes for the weather. In the event of inclement weather the program will be held indoors at Amazing Space. Pre-registration is required. $12 Nonmembers $10 Members
URL:https://indiancreeknaturecenter.org/event/wild-edibles-walk-1-3/
CATEGORIES:Adult Learning,Professional Speakers,Public Programming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260425T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260425T150000
DTSTAMP:20260416T174512
CREATED:20250814T153421Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251111T220533Z
UID:10001816-1777122000-1777129200@indiancreeknaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Girl Scouts: Citizen Science Sampler
DESCRIPTION:Daisies\, Brownies and Juniors: Learn about what scientists do and see how you can do science in your own backyards and communities by participating in a sampler of citizen science projects. Go on a hike to observe the phenology of the seasons\, observe and record bird sightings or help us monitor water quality.\nFees: $10 per scout\, Scout leaders free (limit 2 per group)\, $5 per adult \nRegistration deadline: 2 days prior to program date \nMore information: https://indiancreeknaturecenter.org/scouts/girl-scout-workshops/ \n 
URL:https://indiancreeknaturecenter.org/event/girl-scouts-citizen-science-sampler-2/
CATEGORIES:Scouts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260425T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260425T160000
DTSTAMP:20260416T174512
CREATED:20260123T222323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T222323Z
UID:10001903-1777129200-1777132800@indiancreeknaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Wild Eidbles Walk #2
DESCRIPTION:During this 45 to 60 minute walk Kathy Dice will be showing local wild edibles surrounding the Penningroth Barn. Some of the edibles will be ready for harvest\, but edibles that were available earlier in the season\, and some that will be ready later will also be pointed out.\nThe walking route will be on mostly level ground and will be a big circle around the barn yard area with an estimated total distance of 1/4 mile. Please wear appropriate clothing and shoes for the weather.  In the event of inclement weather the program will be held indoors at Amazing Space.  \nPre-registration is required. $12 Nonmembers  $10 Members
URL:https://indiancreeknaturecenter.org/event/wild-eidbles-walk-2/
CATEGORIES:Adult Learning,Professional Speakers,Public Programming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260426T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260426T134500
DTSTAMP:20260416T174512
CREATED:20260205T175806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T175806Z
UID:10001939-1777208400-1777211100@indiancreeknaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Meeting Live Raptors Program
DESCRIPTION:Join Raptology to meet a couple of their non-releasable raptors up close.\nLearn more about these amazing creatures and how we can all work to improve the environment to keep them safe and healthy. The 30-minute program will be followed by a 15-minute question-and-answer time.   \nPlease arrive 10 minutes before the program begins as it will begin promptly at 1pm and late arrivals are distracting to the birds.  \nRaptology will be set up in the yard outside the Amazing Space building. In the case of inclement weather\, this program will be moved indoors. \nNo registration required. Meeting Live Raptors is a free event.
URL:https://indiancreeknaturecenter.org/event/meeting-live-raptors-program/
CATEGORIES:Birding Programs,Public Programming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260428T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260428T163000
DTSTAMP:20260416T174512
CREATED:20260123T222323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T222323Z
UID:10001904-1777390200-1777393800@indiancreeknaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Center Book Club
DESCRIPTION:The Nature Center book club invites you to join us at 3:30 p.m. on the fourth Tuesday of the month. We\, of course\, enjoy nature-themed books and engaging discussions.\nOn April 28th the book will be The Nature of Oaks: The Rich Ecology of Our Most Essential Native Trees by Douglas W. Tallamy.   \nFree. Registration recommended.
URL:https://indiancreeknaturecenter.org/event/nature-center-book-club-4/
CATEGORIES:Adult Learning,Public Programming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260428T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260428T180000
DTSTAMP:20260416T174512
CREATED:20260204T165559Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T165559Z
UID:10001934-1777392000-1777399200@indiancreeknaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Fresh Air After School
DESCRIPTION:The Fresh Air Academy at Indian Creek Nature Center is a drop-off immersive nature experience.  \nChildren will go on learning adventures with experienced ICNC educators. Educators will develop seasonally appropriate themes to guide the day\, but the children will determine the specifics of their time at the Nature Center. Children will spend ample time outdoors exploring and learning at the Nature Center’s 200-acre classroom.  \nSessions will be held on Tuesdays in April and May. \nDates: April 7\, 14\, 21\, 28 and May 5\, 12\, 19\, 26 (Tuesdays) \nDrop off / Pick up Times: 3:45-4:15 pm and 6:00-6:15 pm \n$160 Member\, $200 Non-Members \nPre-registration is required.
URL:https://indiancreeknaturecenter.org/event/fresh-air-after-school-5/
CATEGORIES:Fresh Air After School
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260429T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260429T190000
DTSTAMP:20260416T174512
CREATED:20260123T222323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260211T172030Z
UID:10001905-1777485600-1777489200@indiancreeknaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Spring Wildflower Hike at Harold Ennis Preserve
DESCRIPTION:Hop aboard ICNC’s electric bus with other nature enthusiasts. Head to J Harold Ennis Preserve where ICNC staff will lead an evening stroll around the preserve pointing out and discussing several spring wildflowers.\nThe walking trail route does contain hills and will be a big circle around the preserve with an estimated total distance of just under one mile. Please wear appropriate clothing and shoes for the weather. In the event that ICNC needs to cancel due to inclement weather all registrants will be refunded. \nMeet at ICNC by 5:30 (bus leaving promptly at 5:40) or meet at J Harold Ennis Preserve for the hike beginning that begins at 6pm. \nPre-registration required. Space is limited. Registration closes at noon on the day of the event. $10 Nonmembers; $5 Members
URL:https://indiancreeknaturecenter.org/event/spring-wildflower-hike-at-harold-ennis-preserve/
CATEGORIES:Adult Learning,Public Programming
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