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First Day Hike at Stone Head Nature Preserve
Jan. 1, 1:00-3:00 A leisurely walk through wetlands and forest, taking in all the winter sights along the way. Learn more about the property and spend time with fellow outdoor enthusiasts.( 812) 340-5077 www. stoneheadconservancy. org
Brown County State Park Presents Mysterious Hills
WINTER HIKES
The hike series offers chances to learn some local legends and discover some hidden away places. Most hikes travel about two miles or so and last from about one to two hours. Due to COVID restrictions hikes will have limited capacity and will require registration. Register at WinterHikeSeriesBCSP. eventbrite. com Registration for each hike will begin two weeks prior to the hike. Be sure to dress for the weather and wear the proper shoes for the hikes. Many of the hikes are rugged. Bring plenty of water and snacks. Cancellations might become necessary during extreme weather.
Jan. 16 Boulder in the Tree Jan. 30 CCC Rediscovered Feb. 6 Winter Dog Feb. 20 The State Park Begins March 6 To the Lake that Never Was March 20 Deserter’ s Cave March 27 To Kelp Village
For more info contact the Nature Center 812- 988-5240 or email Patrick Haulter at phaulter @ dnr. in. gov
** CALLING ALL PAINTERS!**
Have you ever been told you are a great painter? Here is your chance to be seen by many exceptional artists and collectors. The Brown County Art Guild is proud to present its first online art contest. Artists of all skill levels are invited to participate. Artists( age 15 or older) are encouraged to enter up to three works of art. All painting mediums are accepted. Registration fee is $ 15 per submission. Please see website for a complete list of rules: www. browncountyartguild. org / can-you-paint / Guild artist, Donna Shortt, is the judge. Winners announced February 28 on Facebook and Instagram. First prize – $ 250; Second prize – $ 125; Third prize – $ 75. Voting of Finalists’ artwork will take place on Facebook February 21-25 and a $ 50 People’ s Choice Award will be presented to the Artist with the most online votes.
Brown County Art Guild
Guild Artist Winter Exhibition / Sale Now-Feb. 27 Artwork by Karen Graeser 48 S. Van Buren St. 812-988-6185 www. BrownCountyArtGuild. org
Brown County Art Gallery
Friends of TC Steele Member Art Show Feb. 6-27 Corner of Main St. & Artist Dr. 812-988-4609 www. BrownCountyArtGallery. org
Cask & Still Monthly Pairings Dinner
Jan. 7 & Feb. 4, 6:30-8:30 Big Woods, the Original, 60 Molly’ s Lane Unique brews and spirits paired with delicious food. Coursing through Big Woods. You will spend the evening tasting Quaff On! Brews and Hard Truth Cocktails along side upscale Big Woods culinary fare. $ 75 812-988-6000 www. bigwoodsrestaurants. com / nashville /
Brown County Bikes Party in the Woods
First and Third Thursdays 6:00-8:00 pm Meet at Brown Co. State Park upper shelter. Lights and Helmets required. 317-296-4440 hello @ dnkpresents. com www. dnkpresents. com
Frosty Trails Festival
Feb. 13, 9:00-2:00, at Hard Truth Hills Winter wellness experience 5K extreme trail run; heated yoga; couples relay; vendors; food; drinks. Different ticket options Runners tour through the hilly terrain of Brown County. 418 Old State Road 46 Nashville 812-720-4840 www. hardtruthhills. com
32 Our Brown County • Jan./ Feb. 2021