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  • March 2026

  • Sat 7
    March 7, 2026 @ 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

    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 […]

  • Sun 8
    March 8, 2026 @ 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

    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 […]

  • Sun 8
    March 8, 2026 @ 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

    Watercoloring: Crocus

    Let’s paint one of the first flowers to make their way up in the spring - the Crocus! 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 […]

  • Sun 8
    March 8, 2026 @ 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

    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 […]

  • Sun 8
    March 8, 2026 @ 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

    Meet Our Animals

    Step inside Indian Creek Nature Center to view and touch some of our resident animals! A staff member will be present to show visitors the animals up close and help answer your questions. Come and go at your leisure as there will not be a formal program. Fee: $2/person, registration is optional.

  • Wed 11
    March 11, 2026 @ 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

    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 an adult. Dress for outdoor activities. Meet at […]

  • Sat 14
    March 14, 2026 @ 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

    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 an adult. Dress for outdoor activities. Meet at […]

  • Sat 14
    March 14, 2026 @ 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

    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 […]

  • Sat 14
    March 14, 2026 @ 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM

    Bird Banding (at Amazing Space)

    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. […]

  • Sat 14
    March 14, 2026 @ 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

    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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