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. On June 23rd the book will be All We Can Save-Truth, Courage, and Solutions for the Climate Crisis edited by Ayana Johnson and Katherine Wilkinson. […]
Take your practice to the prairie as some of Cedar Rapids’ best instructors teach a different style of yoga or Pilates each week to keep you on your toes! Bring a yoga mat and dress for the outdoors. Class is held on the Amazing Space patio, and in case of rain, will need to be […]
-Campers must have completed the grade listed-All sessions are drop off only -Dinner and breakfast are included at the overnight campout Dates and Times: June 22nd thru June 24th from 8:30am - 3:30pm Overnight campout June 25th from 8:30am to pick up June 26th at 8:30am Camp Description: Are you an adventurous spirit who loves […]
-Campers must have completed the grade listed-All sessions are drop off only -Dinner and breakfast are included at the overnight campout Dates and Times: June 22nd thru June 24th from 8:30am - 3:30pm Overnight campout June 25th from 8:30am to pick up June 26th at 8:30am Camp Description: Are you an adventurous spirit who loves […]
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! Dress 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 […]
During this program your whole family will participate in a hands-on activity under the guidance of a summer naturalist, like pond dipping, sweep netting for insects, a fossil dig, or a nature hike. Come dressed for the weather, as you’ll have fun outdoors no matter the conditions! This is a family-friendly program for all ages. […]
Let’s paint a Painted Turtle - just like our friends Squiggles, Squirt, and Squish swimming in the lobby! 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 and be ready to […]
-Campers must have completed the grade listed-All sessions are drop off only Camp Description: Nature offers us a wide variety of topics and adventures to explore together. Let’s search for plants and animals, practice our outdoor skills, get wet and muddy, and more! Wherever our adventures take us this week, we’ll be sure to leave […]
Lace up your walking shoes 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 […]
-Campers must have completed the grade listed-All sessions are drop off only Camp Description: Nature offers us a wide variety of topics and adventures to explore together. Let’s search for plants and animals, practice our outdoor skills, get wet and muddy, and more! Wherever our adventures take us this week, we’ll be sure to leave […]
Take your practice to the prairie as some of Cedar Rapids’ best instructors teach a different style of yoga or Pilates each week to keep you on your toes! Bring a yoga mat and dress for the outdoors. Class is held on the Amazing Space patio, and in case of rain, will need to be […]
-Campers must have completed the grade listed-All sessions are drop off only Camp Description: Nature offers us a wide variety of topics and adventures to explore together. Let’s search for plants and animals, practice our outdoor skills, get wet and muddy, and more! Wherever our adventures take us this week, we’ll be sure to leave […]
-Campers must have completed the grade listed-All sessions are drop off only Camp Description: Nature offers us a wide variety of topics and adventures to explore together. Let’s search for plants and animals, practice our outdoor skills, get wet and muddy, and more! Wherever our adventures take us this week, we’ll be sure to leave […]