Membership
Become a member of Indian Creek Nature Center and join hundreds of Iowans who believe in and support a sustainable future through environmental education, land protection and restoration, and responsible interaction with nature. As Iowa’s first and largest nonprofit nature center, your membership plays a critical role in achieving our vision to create Champions of Nature.
Your support directly impacts:
- Environmental education programs for thousands of people each year
- Protection of wild spaces: the Nature Center’s 500 acres of land encompassing prairie, wetlands, woodlands, and regenerative agriculture
- Outdoor recreational opportunities including hiking, trail walking or running, yoga, snowshoeing, and more
Memberships are good for one year from date of purchase.*
Select the “Join Now” button below your preferred membership level to join or renew online. If you have questions, please contact Laura McGrath at 319-362-0664 or laura@indiancreeknaturecenter.org
*With the exception of lifetime memberships.
Individual
$40
per year
- Member pricing on select programs
- 10% discount in Creekside Shop
- Reciprocal admission to other nature centers
- ICNC Member Decal
- Invitation to exclusive member only annual events
Individual
Silver Maple (60+)
$35
per year
- Member pricing on select programs
- 10% discount in Creekside Shop
- Reciprocal admission to other nature centers
- ICNC Member Decal
- Invitation to exclusive member only annual events
Household
$50
per year
- All Benefits included in the Individual Membership
- Discount on building, facility, and equipment rentals
- All benefits for members of household
(including grandchildren under 21 who do not live in the house)
Household
Silver Maple (60+)
$45
per year
- All Benefits included in the Individual Membership
- Discount on building, facility, and equipment rentals
- All benefits for members of household
(including grandchildren under 21 who do not live in the house)
Household Plus
$75
per year
- All Benefits included in the Household Membership
- Free snowshoe rentals
- Priority registration for summer camps
Explorer
$150
per year
- All Benefits included in the Household Plus Membership
- Provides trail maintenance and habitats for visitors to explore year-round
Steward
$250
per year
- All Benefits included in the Explorer Membership
- Provides staff and volunteers with the program supplies, materials, training, and support to educate over 20,000 people annually
- Four free guest passes to Maple Syrup Festival
Protector
$500
per year
- All Benefits included in the Steward Membership
- Provides protection for 5 acres of land, including invasive species removal, restoration, and ecosystem maintenance
Lifetime Membership
With a $1,000 gift, lifetime membership contributions grow the Nature Center’s endowment.
- Includes all benefits above, plus:
- Invitation to annual lifetime membership reception
- Recognition on lifetime membership display
Become a Lifetime Member today!
Simply call (319) 362-0664 or email Laura McGrath at laura@indiancreeknaturecenter.org to join.