Take Your Parents to the Park Saturday , June 17 • 10 a . m . W . S . Gibbs Memorial Park
Hey kids ! Bring your parent or a grandparent or that special adult in your life to the park for this program to entertain them ! We will lead them in playing games , and you can create a nature-based personalized craft for you to gift to someone important . These programs will offer identical craft options , but time will only be provided to make one . Games will differ between parks ( see page 5 ); you can register for both parks and do both projects and have two different experiences if desired . All supplies will be provided . Before or following the program , feel free to enjoy the available amenities at the park together ! Meet at Firefly Shelter .
APPROPRIATE FOR ALL AGES . CHILDREN UNDER THE AGE OF 16 MUST ATTEND WITH A PARENT OR GUARDIAN . FEE : $ 5 / PROJECT ADVANCE REGISTRATION REQUIRED BY JUNE 12 APPROXIMATE PROGRAM DURATION : 60-90 MINUTES
Family Nature Night : You Can Be a Scientist ! Wednesday , June 21 • 5:30 p . m . Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library
How many plants and animals can you track down ? You and your family can contribute to science by taking pictures ! It ’ s that easy ! Document the plants and animals so that scientists can use that information . Use a provided tablet or bring a smart phone / device ( s ) for your children to use – download the free app “ Seek ” to use for this program . We ’ ll be going outside so dress for the weather . Join a Hendricks County Parks naturalist for this interactive lesson !
RECOMMENDED FOR AGES 10 THROUGH ADULT . CHILDREN UNDER THE AGE OF 16 MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY A PARENT OR GUARDIAN . FREE TO ATTEND ADVANCE REGISTRATION REQUIRED BY CALLING ( 317 ) 839-6602 BY JULY 14 APPROXIMATE PROGRAM DURATION : 1 HOUR
Firefly Night Hike Friday , June 23 • 9:15 p . m . McCloud Nature Park
Learn why fireflies flash — and never have to pay an electric bill ! After a short presentation , catch and release these bioluminescent insects on a guided hike through firefly habitat . Luminate the path with glow bracelets , and you ’ ll have the option of purchasing some bug catching tools when registering online .
Hiking terrain info : moderate to difficult level of difficulty ; gravel and natural surfaces in the dark ; up to 2 miles .
RECOMMENDED FOR AGES 8 THROUGH ADULT . CHILDREN UNDER THE AGE OF 16 MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY A PARENT OR GUARDIAN WHO IS REGISTERED FOR THE PROGRAM AND ABLE TO WALK THE TRAILS . FEE : $ 3 / PERSON ADVANCE REGISTRATION REQUIRED BY JUNE 19 APPROXIMATE PROGRAM DURATION : 1.5 HOURS
Becoming an Outdoor Family Saturday , June 17 • 3 p . m . Vandalia Trail , Coatesville Trailhead
Does your family need some new activities to do while hiking or camping ? Join a naturalist for a walk while we play games and try hands-on activities to keep your family engaged while outdoors . This is a great program for families and for scouts and scout leaders .
Hiking terrain info : easy level of difficulty ; paved trail ; up to 1 mile .
RECOMMENDED FOR ALL AGES FREE TO ATTEND • NO ADVANCE REGISTRATION REQUIRED APPROXIMATE PROGRAM DURATION : 1 HOUR
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