Week of Events
Sunday, May 3, 2026
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May 3, 2026 -Bird Banding at the Barn
Bird Banding at the Barn
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 […]
Monday, May 4, 2026
No events on this day.
Tuesday, May 5, 2026
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May 5, 2026 -Fresh Air After School
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May 5, 2026 -IN PERSON Backyard Chickens
Fresh Air After School
The 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 […]
IN PERSON Backyard Chickens
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. The purchaser must be present at the class to receive […]
Wednesday, May 6, 2026
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May 6, 2026 -Preschool Trail Trekkers: Sounds of Spring
Preschool Trail Trekkers: Sounds of Spring
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 an adult. Dress for outdoor activities. Fees: $5 preschooler (ages 3-5), free for ages 2 and […]
Thursday, May 7, 2026
No events on this day.
Friday, May 8, 2026
No events on this day.
Saturday, May 9, 2026
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May 9, 2026 -Preschool Trail Trekkers: Sounds of Spring
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May 9, 2026 -Cub Scouts Habitat Explorations
Preschool Trail Trekkers: Sounds of Spring
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 an adult. Dress for outdoor activities. Fees: $5 preschooler (ages 3-5), free for ages 2 and […]
Cub Scouts Habitat Explorations
Lions, Tigers & Wolves: Hit the trails to hike and explore the habitats at the Nature Center and search for some of the wild plants and animals that make their homes here. Learn about how to prepare for outdoor adventures. Meet live animals up close. Fees: $10 per scout, Scout leaders free (limit 2 per […]