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2023 FALL PROGRAM SCHEDULE
Information about McCloud Nature Park , the Vandalia Trail , and W . S . Gibbs Memorial Park can be found on page 3 .
For additional information and to register online , visit www . HendricksCountyParks . org
Squirrel ! Saturday , Sept . 9 • 1 p . m . McCloud Nature Park
Caught between unbridled admiration by those who delight in their acrobatic ways and relentless persecution by others intent on “ doing battle ” with them , squirrels are often misunderstood . Come learn about the furry , feisty , and frantic life of a squirrel . We ’ ll discuss traits , backyard antics , and meaning behind their behaviors . The program will include squirrel shenanigan viewing . Following the program , add some time to your visit by traipsing through the 2023 Prairie Maze that just so happens to be in the shape of …. a squirrel !
APPROPRIATE FOR ALL AGES | FREE TO ATTEND APPROXIMATE PROGRAM DURATION : 1 HOUR
Deer Skinning & Processing Demonstration Saturday , Sept . 23 • 1 p . m . Baker ’ s Camp , 3890 E . CR 650 N ., Bainbridge
Hunting season is about to go into full swing ! Get ready for this by learning techniques from Bakers Camp Taxidermy , Processing , and Fur .
RECOMMENDED FOR AGES 8 THROUGH ADULT FREE TO ATTEND ADVANCE REGISTRATION REQUIRED BY SEPT . 19 ( SEE HENDRICKSCOUNTYPARKS . ORG FOR LINK ) APPROXIMATE PROGRAM DURATION : 1 HOUR
Family Campout Saturday – Sunday , Sept . 16-17 McCloud Nature Park
This is your chance to camp at McCloud Nature Park ! Many families try this as their first family camping trip because this is close to home , and they enjoy the naturalist-led activities . Want to try camping but don ’ t have the gear ? We have partnered with Camptown who are offering gear rental for this weekend ! Don ’ t know how to start a campfire ? We ’ ll teach you , and we ’ ll provide firewood and s ’ mores . Relax at your campsite , or explore the prairie maze , park trails , or go creek stomping . Join the naturalists for a night hike , and then wake up to a continental breakfast .
CHECK-IN ON SATURDAY BETWEEN 2 AND 4 P . M . CHECK-OUT ON SUNDAY BY 11 A . M . FEE : $ 30 PER TENT SITE ( UP TO 6 FAMILY MEMBERS PER SITE ) ADVANCE REGISTRATION REQUIRED BY SEPT . 9
Tackle & Bait for Loan Saturday , Sept . 23 • 10 a . m . to noon W . S . Gibbs Memorial Park
Did you forget your fishing poles and bait AGAIN ? We ’ ve got you covered ! Borrow a pole and bait from the naturalist . Enjoy some fish activities even if you don ’ t want to get your hands wet and slimy . Meet at the fishing dock . NOTE : Any anglers age 18 + are required to have a fishing license to borrow a fishing pole . Parents or guardians who are simply supervising their children fishing do not need a license .
RECOMMENDED FOR AGES 6 THROUGH ADULT . FREE TO ATTEND NO ADVANCE REGISTRATION REQUIRED APPROXIMATE PROGRAM DURATION : 2 HOURS ( ONGOING )
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