Public Programming

Learn the basic information you need to raise hens in urban and suburban areas during class. Participants will receive a certificate of completion, enabling them to get a permit to...

Lace up your hiking shoes and venture out at dusk to join a small group of adventurers for a guided night hike. The ICNC prairie and woodland trails will be...

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,...

Let’s paint a pumpkin and some squash! This is a beginner level painting class and participants do not need any previous watercolor experience. Bring a positive attitude ready to learn...

See Indian Creek property in a whole new way! Have a seat in our quiet, electric golf cart as we tour prairies east of the nature center in style. Other...

Let’s paint a pumpkin and some squash! This is a beginner level painting class and participants do not need any previous watercolor experience. Bring a positive attitude ready to learn...

Parents and their children from birth to school age are invited to join the Cedar Rapids Hike It Baby chapter for a family-friendly hike at the Nature Center! Hike It...

Take a hike and explore nature! Before you go, learn what items you need for outdoor activities. Dress for the weather - we’ll go outside rain, snow or shine! Learn...

Take a hike around the Nature Center and experience the sights and sounds, and look for plants and animals. Along the way learn about trees and practice the art of...

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,...