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  • March 2024

  • Sat 16

    Trail Trekkers – Maple Syruping

    March 16, 2024 @ 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

    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. Fee: $5 per […]

  • Sat 16

    It’s Maple Syrupin’ Time

    March 16, 2024 @ 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

    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. […]

  • Sat 16

    It’s Maple Syrupin’ Time

    March 16, 2024 @ 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

    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. […]

  • Sun 17

    St. Patrick’s Day Watercolor Class

    March 17, 2024 @ 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

    Let’s celebrate St. Patrick's Day! This horseshoe shaped wreath features clovers and branches. This is a beginner level painting class and participants do not need any previous watercolor experience. Bring a positive attitude ready to learn a new skill. Supplies included in class fee: watercolor palette, brush, coldpress 140lb watercolor paper, Peerless Transparent Watercolors sample […]

  • Sun 17

    It’s Maple Syrupin’ Time

    March 17, 2024 @ 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

    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. […]

  • Sun 17

    It’s Maple Syrupin’ Time

    March 17, 2024 @ 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

    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. […]

  • Sun 17

    St. Patrick’s Day Watercolor Class

    March 17, 2024 @ 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

    Let’s celebrate St. Patrick's Day! This horseshoe shaped wreath features clovers and branches. This is a beginner level painting class and participants do not need any previous watercolor experience. Bring a positive attitude ready to learn a new skill. Supplies included in class fee: watercolor palette, brush, coldpress 140lb watercolor paper, Peerless Transparent Watercolors sample […]

  • Mon 18

    Tiny Toes Yoga Series (10/11)

    March 18, 2024 @ 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM

    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 […]

  • Tue 19

    Fresh Air Academy After School

    March 19, 2024 @ 4:15 PM - 6:00 PM

    Fresh Air Academy 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 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 […]

  • Tue 19

    Micro Prairie Gardening Linda Hinzman LCMG

    March 19, 2024 @ 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM

    Linn County Master Gardner Virtual Series You can have an impact on pollinators by creating a micro-prairie in your small yard and incorporating native plants in your existing gardens. Learn how to get started, learn plant recommendations, and more. Join us for this zoom presentation! Price: $5 per Member; $10 per Non-Member *Members must be […]

  • Wed 20

    Fresh Air Academy After School

    March 20, 2024 @ 4:15 PM - 6:00 PM

    Fresh Air Academy 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 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 […]

  • Thu 21

    Fresh Air Academy After School

    March 21, 2024 @ 4:15 PM - 6:00 PM

    Fresh Air Academy 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 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 […]

  • Sat 23

    Maple Syrup Festival

    March 23, 2024 @ 8:00 AM - 12:30 PM

    Help us celebrate the 41st anniversary of our signature event! 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 breakfast […]

  • Sun 24

    Maple Syrup Festival

    March 24, 2024 @ 8:00 AM - 12:30 PM

    Help us celebrate the 41st anniversary of our signature event! 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 breakfast […]

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