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2024 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
W . S . Gibbs Farmer ’ s Park-et Saturday , September 7 • 9 a . m . to 2 p . m . W . S . Gibbs Memorial Park
Come one , come all to our 1st Annual Farmer ’ s Park-et ! Local vendors will be in the park with local wares . There will be several sections to shop from with local artisans , local produce , and a flea market ! Do you have something to sell ? Check out the website and the Facebook event ! See you there !
RECOMMENDED FOR ALL AGES FREE TO ATTEND NO ADVANCE REGISTRATION REQUIRED FOR PATRONS ADVANCE REGISTRATION REQUIRED FOR VENDORS $ 20.00 / SPACE APPROXIMATE PROGRAM DURATION : 5 HOURS ( ONGOING )
Astronomy Saturday , Sept . 14 • 8 p . m . McCloud Nature Park
Take stargazing to new heights by escaping the light pollution of the city and heading to McCloud Nature Park , where thousands of stars twinkle like jewels in the dark night sky !
The Indiana Astronomical Society partners with Park Naturalists to hold this sky seminar and viewing . These programs , led by expert sky watchers , are geared for the novice astronomer . This program will begin with a brief informational session (“ sky seminar ”) where you will learn which planets and constellations will be visible that night .
These seminars last about 30 minutes and are best suited for ages 8 through adult .
IMPORTANT NOTE : Sky seminars will take place rain or shine , but sky viewings are dependent upon clear skies . If poor weather is forecasted or any severe weather advisories are issued , the sky-viewing portion of the program will be canceled . For updates regarding the seminars , follow the Hendricks County Parks and Recreation Facebook page or call the Weather and Program Hotline at ( 317 ) 718-6111 .
RECOMMENDED FOR AGES 8 THROUGH ADULT • FREE TO ATTEND NO ADVANCE REGISTRATION REQUIRED APPROXIMATE PROGRAM DURATION : 2 HOURS
Fall Family Campout Saturday , September 14 McCloud Nature Park
Come spend the night under the stars and get a taste of the wilderness without traveling too far from home . For one night only , families can enjoy rustic overnight camping at McCloud Nature Park ! Pack your tent , camping gear , sleeping bags , and something to cook over the fire for dinner , and we ’ ll provide a campsite ( including campfire ), s ’ mores , and a continental breakfast .
Check-in time is from 2 p . m . to 4 p . m . on Saturday , and check-out is at 11 a . m . on Sunday . If you have any questions or need assistance with registration , please call the McCloud Nature Center at ( 765 ) 676-5437 .
THIS IS AN OVERNIGHT FAMILY CAMPOUT APPROPRIATE FOR ALL AGES FEE : $ 30 / CAMPSITE FOR UP TO 6 FAMILY MEMBERS ADVANCE REGISTRATION REQUIRED BY SEPT . 7 .
Fall Fun Coffee and Canvas Saturday September 21 • 10:00 a . m . McCloud Nature Park
Join us in welcoming Creative Gatherings with Sherri and paint a beautiful fall scene while you enjoy a great cup of joe from Cabin Coffee Company ! The $ 35.00 fee includes everything you need for the painting class , a Cabin Company coffee or cocoa , and a muffin or cinnamon roll .
RECOMMENDED FOR ALL AGES . • FEE : $ 35 / PERSON ADVANCE REGISTRATION REQUIRED BY SEPT . 14 APPROXIMATE PROGRAM DURATION : 2 HOURS
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