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2025 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
PHENOLOGY FRIDAYS McCloud Nature Park • 9:30 a. m.
EVERY FRIDAY FROM SEPT. 5 – OCT. 31
CRAFTY CREATIONS McCloud Nature Park • 1-3 p. m.
SEPT. 3, 17, 24 | OCT. 1, 15 NOV. 5, 12, 19, 26 | DEC. 3, 10, 17, 31
Unleash your creativity with our Crafty Creations! In each session, we’ ll explore a different craft project, so there’ s always something new and exciting to make. Every class offers a unique opportunity to learn new techniques and create something you’ ll love, from painting to paper crafts and more. Come join us for a fun and inspiring crafting experience.
This is your invitation to watch the seasons change in McCloud Nature Park! We will go on a guided hike to the same spot every week and document our observations: weather, wildlife, plants at different stages, including the turning of leaves for autumn. Our goal is to guide participants to explore and understand the cyclical nature of the seasons in Hendricks County. Bring anything that would make your hike more enjoyable: binoculars, camera, notebook, field guidebooks, etc. This program will be held rain or shine( except for lightning), so be prepared!
RECOMMENDED FOR AGES 8 THROUGH ADULT • FREE TO ATTEND NO ADVANCE REGISTRATION REQUIRED APPROX. PROGRAM DURATION: 1 HOUR
APPROPRIATE FOR ALL AGES • FREE TO ATTEND NO ADVANCE REGISTRATION REQUIRED APPROX. PROGRAM DURATION: 2 HOURS( ONGOING)
McCloud Nature Park 1 p. m.
SEPT. 4, 18 | OCT. 2, 23, 30 NOV. 6, 13, 20 | DEC. 4, 11, 18
Join us for the Naturalist’ s Choice program, where every session is a surprise adventure led by our naturalist team! Depending on the weather, season, and local wildlife activity, you’ ll explore a unique and engaging topic tailored to the day’ s conditions. Be ready for anything and wear closed-toed shoes that you don’ t mind getting wet or dirty for your safety and comfort. The naturalists will decide the topic of the week and announce it in the nature center and on our social media. Don’ t miss out on this ever-changing exploration of the natural world!
APPROPRIATE FOR ALL AGES • FREE TO ATTEND NO ADVANCE REGISTRATION REQUIRED APPROX. PROGRAM DURATION: 2 HOURS
FARMERS PARKET W. S. Gibbs Memorial Park • 9 a. m.-2 p. m.
SEPT. 6
Come out to W. S. Gibbs Memorial Park for our Farmers Parket event, where you will find local artisans, fresh seasonal produce, and homemade goods available for purchase from local vendors! It’ s a farmers market … in a park: a Farmers Parket!
APPROPRIATE FOR ALL AGES • FREE TO ATTEND NO ADVANCE REGISTRATION REQUIRED APPROXIMATE PROGRAM DURATION: 5 HOURS( ONGOING)
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