Trail Trekkers – Winter Water Wonders

Investigate the wonders of water—snow and ice—in the winter. How does snow actually help plants and animals? Make sure to dress for the weather as we plan to spend time outside enjoying this beautiful season. For preschoolers with adult. Dress for outdoor activities. Fee: $5 per preschooler (ages 3-5), Adults free, Siblings (2 and under)...

Project Feeder Watch

Project FeederWatch is a winter-long survey of birds that visit feeders at Indian Creek Nature Center and other locales in North America. Join a Naturalist to count the birds at our Bird Room feeders from November through February. Registration is encouraged but not required. Register

Live Reptiles & Amphibians

Do you know the differences and similarities between reptiles and amphibians? Visit with some of our education animals up close to find out (or refresh your memory) on the features that make these slimy and scaly critters unique. $5 per child ages 3 and up, $5 per adult Pre-registration is required for this program. We...

Project Feeder Watch

Project FeederWatch is a winter-long survey of birds that visit feeders at Indian Creek Nature Center and other locales in North America. Join a Naturalist to count the birds at our Bird Room feeders from November through February. Registration is encouraged but not required. Register

Tiny Toes Yoga Series (3/11)

Children ages 5-8 years old are welcome to attend this fun series as we move, stretch, breath, focus, and relax while building both physical and mental health skills. Each class begins with a positive theme, followed by postures and techniques to practice that will lead to a 45 minute yoga class at the end of...

ONLINE Backyard Chickens Workshop

Learn the basic information you need to raise hens in urban and suburban areas. Participants will receive a certificate of completion, enabling them to get a permit to legally keep chickens in Cedar Rapids and other communities. Members, sign in to receive your member discount on this program registration. Pre-registration is required for this program. ...

Project Feeder Watch

Project FeederWatch is a winter-long survey of birds that visit feeders at Indian Creek Nature Center and other locales in North America. Join a Naturalist to count the birds at our Bird Room feeders from November through February. Registration is encouraged but not required. Register

Webelos Workshop – Earth Rocks!

Have you ever wanted to know more about rocks? Come to the Nature Center to find out why geology is important to you! We’ll identify rocks, test minerals and learn about Moh’s hardness scale. You’ll find out about Iowa’s geologic past, and get to take home a little souvenir. $10 per scout, scout leaders free...

Webelos Workshop – Castaway Getaway

Have you ever wondered what supplies you would need if you were stranded on a desert island? Come learn which tools and skills would come in handy in an outdoor emergency. Light a fire, make a shelter, learn about outdoor survival kits, and cook a snack over a campfire. $10 per scout, scout leaders free...