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Fresh Air Academy at Indian Creek Nature Center is a drop-off immersive nature experience for Kindergarten through third grade students. 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 […] |
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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 Academy at Indian Creek Nature Center is a drop-off immersive nature experience for Kindergarten through third grade students. 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 […]
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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 Academy at Indian Creek Nature Center is a drop-off immersive nature experience for Kindergarten through third grade students. 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 […]
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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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It is time to fill your yard and garden with wildflowers, geraniums, vegetables and art work! This annual event hosted by Friends of the Nature Center will feature a variety of vendors showcasing their plants and art. There will also be the “Potting Shed” which offers gently used garden tools and yard art. Free admission […] |
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Join ornithologist Dr. Neil Bernstein for a special bird banding program. Be our guest and drop in at Penningroth Barn (6665 Otis Rd) 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 […]
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During this 45 to 60 minute walk Kathy Dice will be showing local wild edibles surrounding the Penningroth barn. Some of the edibles will be ready for harvest, but edibles that were available earlier in the season and some that will be ready later will also be pointed out. Sturdy walking shoes are recommended as […]
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During this 45 to 60 minute walk Kathy Dice will be showing local wild edibles surrounding the Penningroth barn. Some of the edibles will be ready for harvest, but edibles that were available earlier in the season and some that will be ready later will also be pointed out. Sturdy walking shoes are recommended as […] |
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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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Fresh Air Academy at Indian Creek Nature Center is a drop-off immersive nature experience for Kindergarten through third grade students. 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 […] |
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Join Interim Creekside Forest School Director, Marcy Fratzke, for a look at Creekside Forest School. Prospective families, interested community members, current or pre-service educators are welcome to attend. Attendees will learn about the core beliefs of Creekside Forest School, our approach to teaching and learning, what a typical school day looks like, and discuss logistics […]
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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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Learn the basic information you need to raise hens in urban and suburban areas during class. Participants will receive a certificate of completion, enabling them to get a permit to legally keep chickens in Cedar Rapids and other communities. This class is geared towards adults. Please note: If your registration contains multiple participants, a certificate […] |
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As the weather warms up, so does the frog chorus! Listen for frogs at the wetlands. Learn about the frog life cycle and special frog features, sing frog songs, and go on a frog watching hike.For preschoolers with adult. Dress for outdoor activities. Cost: Preschooler $5 (ages 3-5); Siblings (ages 0-2) and Adults are free. […]
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Fresh Air Academy at Indian Creek Nature Center is a drop-off immersive nature experience for Kindergarten through third grade students. 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 […]
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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 Academy at Indian Creek Nature Center is a drop-off immersive nature experience for Kindergarten through third grade students. 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 […]
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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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Hosted by Linn County and Indian Creek Nature Center After spending nearly 150 years carrying passengers over Indian Creek, the historic "Blue Bridge" is officially starting its second life on Indian Creek Nature Center's trail system and we would love for you to celebrate with us. No registration is required but an RSVP is welcome. […] |
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BinSpire Messy Play is inviting families to come and play. Paint, water, mud, shaving cream, and more will be set up for your little ones to get messy. Child-led, open-ended play encourages creativity, builds confidence, and helps children experience new textures and practice social skills. And the best part? The clean up will be taken […]
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As the weather warms up, so does the frog chorus! Listen for frogs at the wetlands. Learn about the frog life cycle and special frog features, sing frog songs, and go on a frog watching hike.For preschoolers with adult. Dress for outdoor activities. Cost: Preschooler $5 (ages 3-5); Siblings (ages 0-2) and Adults are free. […]
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Send your child(ren) to the Nature Center for a Saturday afternoon spring adventure! We'll learn about and explore some of the different water features found here such as ponds, wetlands and/or brooks and streams. Be sure to wear clothes and close toed shoes that can get wet and muddy, and bring an extra change of […] |
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Join ornithologist Dr. Neil Bernstein for a special bird banding program. Be our guest and drop in at Penningroth Barn (6665 Otis Rd) 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 […] |
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Fresh Air Academy at Indian Creek Nature Center is a drop-off immersive nature experience for Kindergarten through third grade students. 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 […] |
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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 Academy at Indian Creek Nature Center is a drop-off immersive nature experience for Kindergarten through third grade students. 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 […]
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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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Tiffany Kersten didn’t set out to do a Big Year, but after a series of unantipicated and serendipitous events, she suddenly found herself amidst one. As an assault survivor, she spent 2021 traveling to all corners of the country, tallying birds and gifting personal safety alarms to women she met along the way. Her goal […] |
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Join professional birder, and Big Year record holder, Tiffany Kersten, as she leads registrants on a guided bird walk along the trails of Indian Creek Nature Center. Listen to Tiffany's presentation the evening before (register separately) and return the next morning for the special opportunity of birding alongside a national record holder. Tiffany is a […]
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Fresh Air Academy at Indian Creek Nature Center is a drop-off immersive nature experience for Kindergarten through third grade students. 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 […]
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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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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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Fresh Air Academy at Indian Creek Nature Center is a drop-off immersive nature experience for Kindergarten through third grade students. 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 […] |
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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 Academy at Indian Creek Nature Center is a drop-off immersive nature experience for Kindergarten through third grade students. 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 […]
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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 Academy at Indian Creek Nature Center is a drop-off immersive nature experience for Kindergarten through third grade students. 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 […]
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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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Lace up your hiking shoes and venture out at dusk 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. Encounters […] |
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Join ornithologist Dr. Neil Bernstein for a special bird banding program. Be our guest and drop in at Penningroth Barn (6665 Otis Rd) 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 […] |
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Join ornithologist Dr. Neil Bernstein for a special bird banding program. Be our guest and drop in at Penningroth Barn (6665 Otis Rd) 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 […] |