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In-Service Camp: Outside the Lines (Crafts and Games)
In-Service Camp: Outside the Lines (Crafts and Games)
Make the most out of your child’s day off school!** Send them to the "Outside the Lines (Crafts and Games)" In-Service Camp at ICNC. Students will create one-of-a-kind masterpieces and enjoy indoor and outdoor games and activities. Please send a sack lunch and snack and dress kids for indoor and outdoor play. This program is...
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Project FeederWatch
Project FeederWatch
Project FeederWatch is a winter-long citizen science survey of birds. Join us for just a few minutes or stay for awhile in our Bird Room at Indian Creek Nature Center as we participate in this citizen science project. We’ll send our counts to Project FeederWatch to help scientists track broadscale movements of winter bird populations...
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Project FeederWatch
Project FeederWatch
Project FeederWatch is a winter-long citizen science survey of birds. Join us for just a few minutes or stay for awhile in our Bird Room at Indian Creek Nature Center as we participate in this citizen science project. We’ll send our counts to Project FeederWatch to help scientists track broadscale movements of winter bird populations...
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In-Service Camp: Outside the Lines (Crafts and Games)
In-Service Camp: Outside the Lines (Crafts and Games)
Make the most out of your child’s day off school!** Send them to the "Outside the Lines (Crafts and Games)" In-Service Camp at ICNC. Students will create one-of-a-kind masterpieces and enjoy indoor and outdoor games and activities. Please send a sack lunch and snack and dress kids for indoor and outdoor play. This program is...
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It’s Maple Syrupin’ Time!
It’s Maple Syrupin’ Time!
Bring the family for a maple syruping experience! Discover how easy it is to tap maple trees and make delicious maple syrup. Use the sugar maker’s tools to tap a tree, visit the Sugar House to learn how sap becomes syrup, and enjoy a taste of ICNC’s real maple syrup. Programs are 60 minutes long...
It’s Maple Syrupin’ Time!
It’s Maple Syrupin’ Time!
Bring the family for a maple syruping experience! Discover how easy it is to tap maple trees and make delicious maple syrup. Use the sugar maker’s tools to tap a tree, visit the Sugar House to learn how sap becomes syrup, and enjoy a taste of ICNC’s real maple syrup. Programs are 60 minutes long...
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It’s Maple Syrupin’ Time!
It’s Maple Syrupin’ Time!
Bring the family for a maple syruping experience! Discover how easy it is to tap maple trees and make delicious maple syrup. Use the sugar maker’s tools to tap a tree, visit the Sugar House to learn how sap becomes syrup, and enjoy a taste of ICNC’s real maple syrup. Programs are 60 minutes long...
It’s Maple Syrupin’ Time!
It’s Maple Syrupin’ Time!
Bring the family for a maple syruping experience! Discover how easy it is to tap maple trees and make delicious maple syrup. Use the sugar maker’s tools to tap a tree, visit the Sugar House to learn how sap becomes syrup, and enjoy a taste of ICNC’s real maple syrup. Programs are 60 minutes long...
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ONLINE Backyard Chickens Workshop
ONLINE Backyard Chickens Workshop
Learn the basic information needed to raise hens in urban and suburban areas during this online class. Following class, registered participants will receive a certificate of completion through the mail, enabling them to get a permit to legally keep chickens in Cedar Rapids and other communities. The purchaser must be logged in and present to...
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Bird Banding
Bird Banding
Join ornithologist Dr. Neil Bernstein at Amazing Space for a special bird banding program. Be our guest and drop in 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....
It’s Maple Syrupin’ Time!
It’s Maple Syrupin’ Time!
Bring the family for a maple syruping experience! Discover how easy it is to tap maple trees and make delicious maple syrup. Use the sugar maker’s tools to tap a tree, visit the Sugar House to learn how sap becomes syrup, and enjoy a taste of ICNC’s real maple syrup. Programs are 60 minutes long...
It’s Maple Syrupin’ Time!
It’s Maple Syrupin’ Time!
Bring the family for a maple syruping experience! Discover how easy it is to tap maple trees and make delicious maple syrup. Use the sugar maker’s tools to tap a tree, visit the Sugar House to learn how sap becomes syrup, and enjoy a taste of ICNC’s real maple syrup. Programs are 60 minutes long...
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Watercolor Class: Clover
Watercolor Class: Clover
Let’s paint a lucky clover wreath! This is a beginner level painting class and participants do not need any previous watercolor experience. A template is provided so you can enjoy and focus on the watercolor paint! Bring a positive attitude ready to learn a new skill. Supplies included in class fee: watercolor palette, brush, coldpress...
It’s Maple Syrupin’ Time!
It’s Maple Syrupin’ Time!
Bring the family for a maple syruping experience! Discover how easy it is to tap maple trees and make delicious maple syrup. Use the sugar maker’s tools to tap a tree, visit the Sugar House to learn how sap becomes syrup, and enjoy a taste of ICNC’s real maple syrup. Programs are 60 minutes long...
It’s Maple Syrupin’ Time!
It’s Maple Syrupin’ Time!
Bring the family for a maple syruping experience! Discover how easy it is to tap maple trees and make delicious maple syrup. Use the sugar maker’s tools to tap a tree, visit the Sugar House to learn how sap becomes syrup, and enjoy a taste of ICNC’s real maple syrup. Programs are 60 minutes long...
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Hike it Baby!
Hike it Baby!
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 Baby is a national non-profit organization that offers new parents an opportunity to connect and get into nature with their young children. Dress appropriately for...
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Preschool Trail Trekkers: Maple Syruping
Preschool Trail Trekkers: Maple Syruping
This unique, fun activity can only be experienced in late winter! Listen to Native American legends, tap a tree, and visit the sugarhouse to see how sap is made into delicious maple syrup. The hour ends with a taste of our real maple syrup! For preschoolers with adult. Dress for outdoor activities. Meet at the...
Full Moon Hike
Full Moon Hike
Lace up your snow boots to join a small group of adventurers for a guided night hike. The ICNC prairie and woodland trails will be lit by the light of the full moon, but you'll also want to bring a flashlight or headlamp, just in case of cloud cover. Night hikers will explore some of...
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Preschool Trail Trekkers: Maple Syruping
Preschool Trail Trekkers: Maple Syruping
This unique, fun activity can only be experienced in late winter! Listen to Native American legends, tap a tree, and visit the sugarhouse to see how sap is made into delicious maple syrup. The hour ends with a taste of our real maple syrup! For preschoolers with adult. Dress for outdoor activities. Meet at the...
It’s Maple Syrupin’ Time!
It’s Maple Syrupin’ Time!
Bring the family for a maple syruping experience! Discover how easy it is to tap maple trees and make delicious maple syrup. Use the sugar maker’s tools to tap a tree, visit the Sugar House to learn how sap becomes syrup, and enjoy a taste of ICNC’s real maple syrup. Programs are 60 minutes long...
It’s Maple Syrupin’ Time!
It’s Maple Syrupin’ Time!
Bring the family for a maple syruping experience! Discover how easy it is to tap maple trees and make delicious maple syrup. Use the sugar maker’s tools to tap a tree, visit the Sugar House to learn how sap becomes syrup, and enjoy a taste of ICNC’s real maple syrup. Programs are 60 minutes long...
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It’s Maple Syrupin’ Time!
It’s Maple Syrupin’ Time!
Bring the family for a maple syruping experience! Discover how easy it is to tap maple trees and make delicious maple syrup. Use the sugar maker’s tools to tap a tree, visit the Sugar House to learn how sap becomes syrup, and enjoy a taste of ICNC’s real maple syrup. Programs are 60 minutes long...
It’s Maple Syrupin’ Time!
It’s Maple Syrupin’ Time!
Bring the family for a maple syruping experience! Discover how easy it is to tap maple trees and make delicious maple syrup. Use the sugar maker’s tools to tap a tree, visit the Sugar House to learn how sap becomes syrup, and enjoy a taste of ICNC’s real maple syrup. Programs are 60 minutes long...
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Bird Banding
Bird Banding
Join ornithologist Dr. Neil Bernstein at Amazing Space for a special bird banding program. Be our guest and drop in 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....
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Maple Syrup Festival
Maple Syrup Festival
Celebrate nature's sweetest gift at the 42nd Annual Maple Syrup Festival! Enjoy a taste of real, handcrafted maple syrup fresh from the tap, and stay for a weekend of family fun. The Maple Syrup Festival features syrup making demonstrations, a look at the action inside the Maple Sugar House, and a delicious pancake and sausage...
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Maple Syrup Festival
Maple Syrup Festival
Celebrate nature's sweetest gift at the 42nd Annual Maple Syrup Festival! Enjoy a taste of real, handcrafted maple syrup fresh from the tap, and stay for a weekend of family fun. The Maple Syrup Festival features syrup making demonstrations, a look at the action inside the Maple Sugar House, and a delicious pancake and sausage...
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In-Service Camp: Dinosaur Day
In-Service Camp: Dinosaur Day
Make the most out of your child’s day off school!** Send them to the "Dinosaur Day" In-Service Camp at ICNC. Students will spend the day learning fun dinosaur facts and playing dino games. Please send a sack lunch and snack and dress kids for indoor and outdoor play. This program is available for all K-5th...
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Fresh Air After School (April session)
Fresh Air After School (April session)
Fresh Air After School at Indian Creek Nature Center is a drop-off immersive nature experience. Children will go on learning adventures with experienced ICNC educators. Educators will develop seasonally appropriate themes, but the children will determine the specifics of their time at the Nature Center. Children will spend ample time outdoors exploring and learning at...
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Fresh Air After School (April session)
Fresh Air After School (April session)
Fresh Air After School at Indian Creek Nature Center is a drop-off immersive nature experience. Children will go on learning adventures with experienced ICNC educators. Educators will develop seasonally appropriate themes, but the children will determine the specifics of their time at the Nature Center. Children will spend ample time outdoors exploring and learning at...
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Fresh Air After School (April session)
Fresh Air After School (April session)
Fresh Air After School at Indian Creek Nature Center is a drop-off immersive nature experience. Children will go on learning adventures with experienced ICNC educators. Educators will develop seasonally appropriate themes, but the children will determine the specifics of their time at the Nature Center. Children will spend ample time outdoors exploring and learning at...
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Cub Scout Arrow of Light: Into the Wild
Cub Scout Arrow of Light: Into the Wild
Learn about and meet animals up close. Explore animal habitats. Play a food chain and food web game to learn about ecosystems and connections. Explore a model of human interactions on wildlife habitats. (You will be responsible for requirement #2 on your own) Fees: $10 per scout, Scout leaders free (limit 2 per group), $5...
Cub Scout Arrow of Light: Into the Woods
Cub Scout Arrow of Light: Into the Woods
Trees are everywhere! What kind are they? Learn how trees work, how we use trees and more. Search for and identify trees, plants and animals of the forest (You will be responsible for Requirement #4). Fees: $10 per scout, Scout leaders free (limit 2 per group), $5 per adult Registration deadline: 2 days prior to...