2015 Summer Indy Parks Nature Guide by Indy Parks

2015 Summer Environmental Education

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Know these Indy Parks Center Township 1. Bethel Park 2850 Bethel Avenue 327-7480 2.

Brookside Park 3500 Brookside Pkwy S. Drive 327-7179

Christian Park 4200 English Avenue 327-7163

Douglass Park 1616 E. 25th Street 327-7174

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Dr Martin Luther King Jr Park 1702 N. Broadway St. 327-7461 Frank and Judy Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Bannon Soccer Field 1001 E. 16th Street 327-7194 Garfield Park 2345 Pagoda Dr. 327-7220 JTV Hill Park 1806 N. Columbia Ave. 327-7177 Kuntz Soccer Complex 1502 W. 16th Street 327-7194 LaShonna Bates Aquatics Center 1450 S. Reisner Street 327-7340 Pride Park 1129 S. Vandeman St. 327-7164

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Rhodius Park 1720 W. Wilkins Street 327-7191

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Riverside Park 2420 N. Riverside E. Dr. 327-7171

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Washington Park 3130 E. 30th Street 327-7473

Center Township 15. Watkins Park 2360 Dr. M.L.K. Jr. St. 327-7175 16.

Willard Park 1901 E Washington St 327-7806

Decatur Township 17. Southwestway Park 8400 S. Mann Road 327-7379 Franklin Township 18. Southeastway Park 5624 S. Carroll Road 861-5167 Lawrence Township 19. Sahm Park 6801 E. 91st Street 849-2227 Perry Township 20. Perry Park 451 E. Stop 11 Road 888-0070 Pike Township 21. Eagle Creek Park 7840 W. 56th Street 327-7110 22.

Northwestway Park 5253 W 62nd St 327-7193

Warren Township 23. Ellenberger Park 5301 E. St Clair Street 327-7176

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Post Road Community Park | Worlds Sports Park 1313 S. Post Road 327-0143

Warren Township 25. Raymond Park / Indy Island 8300 E. Raymond Street 862-6876 26.

Windsor Village Park 6510 E 25th St 327-7162

Washington Township 27. Broad Ripple Park 1500 Broad Ripple Ave. 327-7161 28.

Holliday Park 6349 Spring Mill Rd 327-7180

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Juan Solomon Park 6100 Grandview Drive 327-4553

Wayne Township 30. Chuck Klein Sports Complex 4702 Rockville Road 327-7037 31.

Gustafson Park 3110 Moller Road 327-7390

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Krannert Park 605 S. High School Rd. 327-7375

Municipal Gardens 1831 N. Lafayette Road 327-7190

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Thatcher Park 4649 W. Vermont Street 327-7390

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Washington Community School Pool 2215 W. Washington St. 327-7464

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Program Guide

Christian Park

Youth

4200 English Ave

Nature

(317) 327-7163 Bus Routes: 55

Fishing 14th Annual Kids' Fishing Derby

Family

Children ages 4-14 can fish license-free out at Eagle Creek Park's Coffer Dam, courtesy of the Eagle Creek Park Nature Foundation. All children must be accompanied by an adult, Nature Discovery and Natural History and pre-registration is required. Register by Thursday, June 4 online at EagleCreekPark.org, or register at the park office Mary's Nature Explorers (7840 W. 56th St, M-F 9am-5pm). For more information, call Explorers of all ages can come out and gain very valuable the Foundation at 317-327-7116. Young anglers can enjoy knowledge about our local plants and wildlife. This free fun fishing among the great outdoors along with a cookout, door filled program will have you appreciating all the beauty that prizes, goody bags, and the Pacers Fan Van. Bait is provided, nature has to offer. but participants are encouraged to bring their own 229133 May 26 to Jul 21 6 years to 55 years equipment. A limited number of fishing poles will be available to borrow. Includes 9 classes 228838 Jun 6 4 years to 14 years

Eagle Creek Park

Ongoing classes

5901 Delong Rd

Scouting

(317) 327-7148 Bus Routes:

Eagle Creek Park is the ideal place to complete this Eaglerequired badge. Explore different ecosystems, view wildlife, learn about human impact, and find out about restoration efforts in the park. 229055 Aug 9 11 years to 18 years

Preschool Nature Nature Discovery and Natural History Story Time on the Reservoir Join a Naturalist for story time overlooking the reservoir. Each week we will read a new, nature themed, book aimed toward preschoolers. At the end of the story we will get to see and touch some real (but not alive) examples of things we heard about in the book. Class will meet at the end of the parking lot at the Ravens Rest. In case of rain, class will meet in the nature center. 229167 Aug 6 to Aug 27 3 years to 6 years Includes 4 classes

Single class

Eagle Creek Park

All Ages

Workshops Peaceful Living for Kids Workshop

Nature

Offered by the Peace Learning Center: register at peacelearningcenter.org/summerfun Please note, additional gate entry fee ($5/$6 vehicle) applies. This is a series of workshops for youth who are interested in learning ways to feel peaceful (guided meditation and mindfulness), how to get along well with others (conflict resolution and communication), how to help others (taking a stand against bullying and making the world a better place), and Peace through Children's Literature and Art (activities based around relevant book and a chance for creativity). We will also play group games, and do creative projects. Each workshop is different. 229394 Jun 20 to Jul 18 7 years to 11 years

Young Adult Nature

Birds Feathered Fun Join a naturalist at the Ornithology Center to discover the world of birds. Topics could include hikes, birds of prey, habitat, videos, and more. Program time may change depending on activity - call 327-BIRD for details of the day. Free with park admission. 228959 May 24 to Aug 29 No age limits Ongoing classes

Meet a Raptor

Have you ever stared at a bird of prey up close? Meet a live Ongoing classes bird of prey and find out where raptors live, what they eat, and much more! Free with park admission, meet at the Ornithology Center. 228960 May 27 to Aug 28 No age limits

Bugs Entomology (Insect) Workshop

Ongoing classes Sunday Morning Bird Walk

Entomology is the study of Insects. During this workshop we will learn what it means to be an Entomologist. We will look for, identify, display, and study insects that we find in the field and have already preserved at the Nature Center. Get ready to learn about some bizarre yet fascinating animals! 229161 Jul 18 10 years to 16 years

Bird walk meets every Sunday morning at Eagle Creek Ornithology Center, rain or shine.This walk is not geared specifically toward children, but they are welcome to attend. Free with park admission. 228961 May 24 to Aug 23 No age limits

Ongoing classes

Single class Bugs Decomposers

Adult

Nature

What's underneath that rotting log, and how does it keep our forest healthy? Join this class to get an up-close look at some of the squirmy-wormy critters that we call decomposers. Participants will join in an indoor session where they can Offered by the Peace Learning Center: register at create a decomposer habitat and be given a decomposer to peacelearningcenter.org/3rdthursdays/ Please note, take home. Families can also join in a short hike around the additional gate entry fee ($5/$6 vehicle) applies. Participants Earth Discovery Center to find these creepy crawlies in our will discuss, examine and resolve difficulties as they relate to forest. Pre-registration required race, culture, faith, orientation, economic and other 229175 Jun 13 5 years and older potential differences and similarities.

Workshops Introduction to Diversity II (Advanced Workshop)

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Jun 18

16 years and older Ongoing classes

Ongoing classes

Eagle Creek Park Perseid Meteor Shower

Nature Discovery and Natural History Feeding Time

Come check out the annual Perseid Meteor Shower at the soccer fields by Eagle's Crest, on the west side of Eagle Creek Watch as our educational reptiles and amphibians and other Reservoir (7201 Fishback Rd.). Free! Program may be residents of the Earth Discovery Center enjoy their lunches! rescheduled or cancelled due to weather, including heavy You'll also learn some natural history about each animal cloud cover; call 327-7148 (before 5pm) or go to the Eagle along the way. On the menu: worms, defrosted mice, salad, Creek Park Facebook page for the latest updates. A new crickets, and frozen bloodworms, yum! Free with park moon this year means dark skies and (hopefully) great admission. viewing conditions! Bring a blanket or lawn chair, bug spray, 229214 May 24 to Aug 9 No age limits and anything else you want to stay comfortable while gazing at the night sky. Ongoing classes 229429 Aug 12 to Aug 13 No age limits Nature Discovery Class Stop by on the weekend for a fun activity at the Earth Discovery Center! Topics vary - possible activities include nature hikes, pond life, simple crafts, and more! Free with park admission. 229213 May 30 to Aug 15 No age limits

Ongoing classes

Volunteer Coffee Talk

Join us at the Earth Discovery Center on the first Wednesday of the month for a natural history presentation by park staff, volunteers, or guest speakers. Also a great chance to meet Eagle Creek Park volunteers and learn more about volunteer Ongoing classes opportunities at the park! Free with park admission. June 3, July 1, & August 5. Nature Discovery Class - Bats of Indiana 229212 Jun 3 to Aug 5 No age limits Nature Discovery Class - special topic: Get the inside scoop on the fuzzy flyers who scoop up our insects each night. Ongoing classes Indiana bats are among the most amazing, but least known creatures in our forest. Learn more about these furry, flying, Family family-loving mammals, how they help out Indiana, and what you can do to help them in return. Free with park admission. Nature 229215 Aug 8 No age limits Animals Ongoing classes

Friday Night FROGWATCH

Learn about frogs and frog calls, and visit a pond to search for the frogs themselves! Bring bright flashlights, wear old Nature Discovery Class - Special topic: Before they begin their shoes/boots, and a rain jacket if raining. Adults and all children age 3 and up must be registered. We will be around incredible 2000 mile journey, catch a glimpse of the monarchs at the Earth Discovery Center. Chemical defenses, water at night, so be sure to register enough adults to impeccable instincts, and undeniable beauty, monarchs have supervise any children attending. Program meets at the Earth Discovery Center for a 20-30 minute introduction and it all. Learn about their life cycle, migration, and what your family can do to help them make it back to Indiana year after then we will drive to the frog pond to look for frogs. 229426 Jun 19 No age limits year. Free with park admission. 229217 Aug 29 No age limits Single class Ongoing classes 229427 Jul 10 No age limits Nature Discovery Class - Monarchs

Single class 229428

Jul 24

No age limits Single class

Eagle Creek Park Camp Outs Family Camp Out

Outdoor Adventures 3rd Annual Iron Eagle Paddle and Run

Eagle Creek Park is not normally open to camping, but for this one special night you can sign up to bring your kids, bring your own tent and sleeping bags and join us for a real camp out in the park. We'll have a campfire, fun hikes, programs and other activities in the evening. Don't miss this opportunity to enjoy the wonderful sights and sounds of Eagle Creek Park at night! 229425 Aug 1 to Aug 2 No age limits

All proceeds from this multi-sport race benefit the Eagle Creek Park Foundation's efforts in raising money for park improvements, youth environmental education programs, and trail maintenance within the park. To register and for more information, log on to www.EagleCreekPark.org, or call 317-327-7116. The adventure race starts at the beach and alternates between a 2.5-mile trail run to the boats, 1.5-mile paddle, and 3.5-mile trail run back to the beach. Competitors can bring their own kayak or canoe, or rent a boat. 229059 Jul 25 No age limits Single class

Fishing Fishing 101 Hook, line, and sinker! Join a naturalist to learn the basics of fishing. Learn to tie a fishing knot, handle your catch, and what a fisherperson can to do protect fish as a natural resource. This will be a hands-on outdoor session. Be sure to wear appropriate clothing and bring a grown up to lend a helping hand. Fishing gear and bait will be provided. If you are attending the program as a participant, not just a helper, and are over 17, be sure to bring your valid Indiana fishing license. Class will meet at Lilly Lake. 229171 Jun 27 8 years and older

Ongoing classes Guided Full Moon Paddle Reserve your spot today by visiting www.getmeregistered.com (search Eagle Creek Outfitters). Please note, reservation fee does not include additional Eagle Creek Park gate entry fee ($5/$6 per vehicle). Leisurely explore the reservoir of Eagle Creek Reservoir in a kayak or canoe on Full Moon Weekends. Our experienced guide will lead you around to see the sights! 229057 Jun 5 to Aug 1 6 years to 99 years

Ongoing classes

Single class Guided Sunset Paddle Reserve your spot today by visiting Gardening www.getmeregistered.com (search Eagle Creek Outfitters). Throw and Sow Please note, reservation fee does not include additional Eagle Creek Park gate entry fee ($5/$6 per vehicle). Leisurely In this class we will get our hands dirty while creating our explore the reservoir of Eagle Creek Reservoir in a kayak or very own seed balls. Through the action of mixing clay, canoe on Wednesday evening. Our experienced guide will water, compost, and seeds we will learn about the lead you around to see the sights! importance of native plants, and how these plants are 229058 Jun 10 to Aug 12 6 years to 99 years important for our bio-diversity. We will also discuss how to attract and protect our native pollinators. All materials provided. $1 registration includes 2 seed balls, additional Ongoing classes seed balls can be purchased for $1 each (cash only please, Archery due to instructor at end of class). 229155 May 23 No age limits Test your skills in this beginning archery class! The first half of this class will be going over archery terms and safety; the second half will be shooting at targets. We have bows Single class designed for smaller arms but parents are welcome to try it out as well! *Please note: We will be firing real bows armed with real arrows. Please be sure your child is mature enough to handle this safely. 229064 Jul 11 8 years and older Single class

Eagle Creek Park Go Ape Treetop Adventure

Learn to Row 6

Online or phone reservations strongly recommended; operating hours may vary throughout the season (AprilNovember). Ages 15 and under must be supervised by participating adult. Go to www.goape.com or 1-800-9718271 for more information or to book your adventure! Please note: park entry fee ($5/$6 per vehicle) applies. Go Ape is a highly interactive 2-3 hour treetop adventure where you'll explore the forest canopy 40-50 feet up in the trees via 5 zip lines, Tarzan swings, trapezes, tunnels, bridges, rope ladders, and other awesome obstacles! 229060 Apr 4 10 years to 99 years

Offered by the Indianapolis Rowing Center. For more information or to register, visit www.indyrowing.org or 317327-7100. Please note, park gate fee ($5/$6 per vehicle) applies. Are you interested in learning how to row? IRC offers Learn to Row (LTR) classes for adults that have never rowed before. You will learn the basic rowing technique and terminology during a 6 hour course. After a LTR class, rowers are invited to the next step - Adult Rowing. 229424 Jul 11 18 years to 99 years

Ongoing classes

Garfield Conservatory

Learn to Row 3

2505 Conservatory Drive

(317) 327-7184 Bus Routes: 12, 22

Preschool Nature Gardening Little Green Thumbs

Bring your little gardener to get their hands dirty in the Children's Garden. Participants will have the opportunity to Ongoing classes plant, care for, and harvest crops in the garden. Registration required. Learn to Row 4 228468 Jun 4 2 years to 5 years Offered by the Indianapolis Rowing Center. For more information or to register, visit www.indyrowing.org or 317Single class 327-7100. Please note, park gate fee ($5/$6 per vehicle) 228469 Jul 2 2 years to 5 years applies. Are you interested in learning how to row? IRC offers Learn to Row (LTR) classes for adults that have never Single class rowed before. You will learn the basic rowing technique and terminology during a 6 hour course. After a LTR class, rowers 228470 Aug 6 2 years to 5 years are invited to the next step - Adult Rowing. 229422 Jun 1 to Jun 5 18 years to 99 years Single class

Learn to Row 5

Ongoing classes Nature Discovery and Natural History Jungle Tales

Bring your preschooler to this program with a focus on the natural world. Join us for a different nature-related story, activity and craft each month. Registration required. 228418 Jun 9 2 years to 5 years Single class 228419

Jul 14

2 years to 5 years Single class

Garfield Conservatory 228420

Aug 11

2 years to 5 years Single class

Adult Nature Gardening Herbal Havest

Youth Nature Gardening Junior Garden Club

Participants will learn all about gardening and spend time planting and tending to their own vegetables in our Children's Garden. There is a different topic each session, but don't worry if you can't make it to them all. Registration required by May 27. 228472 Jun 3 to Jul 29 6 years to 14 years

In this program presented by the Central Indiana Herb Society, learn about harvesting, drying, and storing herbs for home use. Registration required, $5 class fee collected by instructor on day of program. 228482 Aug 1 16 years and older Single class

All Ages Nature

Nature Discovery and Natural History Backyard Nature: Pollinators

Includes 9 classes Hikes,Walks andTours Conservatory Guided Tours

What's the buzz about pollinators? Join us to discover these cool animals through books, games, crafts and a Children's Garden pollinator hunt. Registration required. 228476 Jul 20 2 years to 8 years

Join Master Gardeners on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays of the month as they guide you through the Conservatory with a tour focusing on interesting plants and history. Tours are free with paid admission. 228474 May 23 to Aug 22 No age limits Ongoing classes

Single class Nature Discovery and Natural History Family Outdoor Scavenger Hunt

Backyard Nature: Reptiles

Join us for slithery, scaly fun as we meet our conservatory Stop by the Conservatory and pick up a copy of this year's reptiles up close and personal, read stories play games and hunt that will send you around the Gardens and surrounding make reptile art. Registration required 228475 Jun 15 2 years to 8 years areas with your eyes peeled. Bring your finished hunt back and receive a prize. Jul 9 to Jul 23 No age limits Single class 228573

Bug Hunt!

Ongoing classes

Worms, snails, beetles, and butterflies, oh my! There are so many bugs living in the Children's Garden and all around us! Join as we go in search of these cool critters and learn interesting facts about them. Registration required. 228483 Aug 15 2 years to 8 years

Garden Stories Bring the family to the Garden to enjoy a story show-andtell. Bring your blanket or lawn chairs and kick back in the shade. 228572 Jul 9 to Jul 23 No age limits

Single class Ongoing classes

Garfield Conservatory

Adult

Shows, Festivals, and Sales Bonsai Show

Nature

Join the Indianapolis Bonsai Club as they showcase their unique bonsai specimens. Club members will be available to answer your questions, and vendors will have plants and supplies available for sale. 228473 Jun 6 to Jun 7 No age limits

Holliday Park 6363 Spring Mill Road

(317) 327-7180 Bus Routes: 28

Nature Discovery and Natural History Natural History Book Club

There are countless nature related books that present a variety of pressing environmental concerns. This monthly program offers adults a chance to learn about nature and environmental issues through the words of different nature Ongoing classes authors. Jun. 12: Last of the Curlews by Fred Bodsworth, Jul. 10: A Clearing in the Distance by Witold Rybczynski, and Aug. 14: Ill Nature by Joy Williams 229254 Jun 12 to Aug 14 16 years and older Ongoing classes

Preschool

Backyard Wildlife Habitat Workshop

Nature

Help animals by creating a certified backyard habitat under the instruction of the Indiana Wildlife Federation staff. Learn Parent / Child Nature Interactions how to provide a nourishing environment for the wildlife, as Small Wonders: Animal Senses well as how to contribute valuable data regarding the flora and fauna within your community. Fees include an annual Learn about animal senses through fun, hands-on, and creative activities and hikes. The class is designed for children membership to the Indiana Wildlife Federation. and their caregiver, providing the chance to discover nature 229871 Jun 27 18 years and older together. 229165 Aug 11 3 years to 4 years Single class Single class

Older Adult

Small Wonders: Bees

Nature

Learn about bees and pollination through fun, hands-on, and creative activities and hikes. The class is designed for children and their caregiver, providing the chance to discover nature together. 229163 Jun 9 3 years to 4 years

Nature Discovery and Natural History Wild Edibles with OASIS

The forest is full of food. Learn to identify and even taste edible plants that grow within Holliday Park. Wear sturdy shoes and prepare your taste buds. Register through OASIS by calling (317) 396-3751 or visit www.oasisnet.org. Single class 229249 Aug 4 No age limits

Small Wonders: Shapes in Nature Explore the shapes in nature through fun, hands-on, and creative activities and hikes. The class is designed for children and their caregiver, providing the chance to discover nature together. 229164 Jul 7 3 years to 4 years Single class

Single class

Holliday Park

All Ages

Creek Stomping Family Creek Stomp

Nature

Holliday Park is home to wetlands, ponds, and creeks teeming with plants and wildlife. Have fun discovering all the unique creatures that love these wet places. Wear old shoes and clothes that you don't mind getting muddy! 229178 Jul 26 2 years and older

Volunteer in Nature Garden Work Days

The gardens of Holliday Park provide visitors beauty throughout the seasons. Whether you are looking to fulfill master gardener requirements or just want to give back to the park, here's your chance to become a steward of these Single class beautiful grounds.Meets Wednesdays: Jun 10 & 24, Jul. 15 & 29, Aug. 12 & 26 and Saturdays: Jun. 20, Jul. 11 & 25, Aug. 8 Night Programs & 22. Family Friday Night Campfire: Fireflies 229258 Jun 10 to Aug 26 16 years and older Join us for a fun family Friday night adventure around the campfire. We will start around the campfire, then hike in Ongoing classes search of fireflies and learn more about them along the way. Labor and Learn Workshops We will provide the roasting sticks and s'mores, you are welcome to bring hot dogs and make a meal of it! Join a team of volunteers to work with horticulturalist Chris 229238 Jun 5 2 years and older Turner to assure the Rock Garden remains an asset to Holliday Park. Each session, Chris will spend 30 minutes addressing a garden topic or answering your questions. The Single class remainder of the time will be spent working. Family Friday Night Campfire: National S'more Day Fridays: Jun. 5 & 19, Jul. 10, 17 & 21, Aug. 14 & 28 229259 Jun 5 to Aug 28 16 years and older Join us for a delicious family Friday night adventure. Celebrate National S'more Day by enjoying tasty s'mores cooked over the campfire. Hear the tale of how the tradition Ongoing classes of s'mores began. We will provide the roasting sticks and Volunteer Naturalist Training s'mores, you are welcome to bring hot dogs and make a meal of it! If you are looking for a volunteer opportunity and enjoy Aug 14 2 years and older sharing your love of the outdoors with others, then this is the 229239 place for you. Monthly trainings prepare volunteers to lead groups of children during our Environmental EdVentures field Single class trips. This Season in Nature Meeting dates are: Jun. 3, Jul. 1, Aug. 5 229256 Jun 3 to Aug 5 16 years and older Family Learn to Fish Day

Family

Nature Animals Beastly Brunch

Go fishing on the banks of the White River in Holliday Park! Ongoing classes Explore Indiana fish, aquatic ecosystems, fish management, and basic fishing ethics and skills (i.e. knot tying, casting, catch and release). No fishing experience or license needed. All fishing equipment will be provided by the IDNR GoFishIN program. 229179 Jun 7 2 years and older

What is your favorite food? The animals at Holliday Park love crickets, worms, and even mice. Come see the nature center staff feed the animals their breakfast and learn about their diets. Program dates are 6/3, 6/17, 7/8, 7/22, 8/12, and 8/26. 229246 Jun 3 to Aug 26 2 years and older Ongoing classes

Single class

Holliday Park Meet a Critter: Crawfish

4'X8' Raised Beds

Get a close-up experience with a nature center animal! We'll learn about, touch, and search for crawfish in the wetlands of Holliday Park. Proceeds from the program go to support the care of the nature center animals. 229181 Aug 9 2 years and older

Indy Parks, in collaboration with Ben Davis Christian Church and Go Love Indy, is proud to announce that 4'X8' raised bed plots will be sold for $25 at Krannert Park in our designated community garden areas. Note: No water onsite. All registration must be done in person at Krannnert Park. Garden Plots will be ready for planting the week of April Single class 28th, weather permitting, for cool season vegetables/flowers. Otherwise, gardens can be planted Perfect Pollinators starting the week of May 12th, weather permitting. Celebrate National Pollinator Week at the nature center! 229387 Apr 27 to Aug 9 16 years and older Pollinators are crucial to the world's food production. Learn, through fun activities and crafts, how bees, birds, and other Ongoing classes animals help plants to grow. 229180 Jun 21 2 years and older

Southeastway Park 5624 S Carroll Rd/New Palestine

Krannert Park

Single class (317) 327-4834 Bus Routes: None

Family

605 S High School Rd

(317) 327-7375 Bus Routes:

Nature

All Ages

Southeastway's Annual Celebration of Bugs! Participants will visit several stations such as a Walk Through Butterfly Tent, Cricket Cafe, Critter Crafts, the Insect Zoo and lots more. $5 entrance fee per vehicle - cash only please. 229187 Aug 30 5 years and older

Bug Fest

Nature Garden Plots I Community Gardens 20'X20' Plots Indy Parks, in collaboration with Ben Davis Christian Church and Go Love Indy, is proud to announce that 20'X20' plots will be sold for $25 at Krannert Park in our designated community garden areas. Note: No water onsite. All registration must be done in person at Krannnert Park. Garden Plots will be ready for planting the week of April 28th, weather permitting, though it is recommended to hold off on any planting until May 12th. 229388 Apr 27 to Aug 9 16 years and older Ongoing classes

Single class

Thatcher Park

Thatcher Park 4649 W. Vermont St

(317) 327-7390 Bus Routes: 3

All Ages Nature Outdoor Adventures Hoosier Canoe Club Thatcher Pool is a great place for kids and grownups to try kayaking in a safe, warm environment. Volunteers from the Hoosier Canoe Club will encourage you try their boats and teach you basic paddle skills and safety tips. Every first Wednesday of each month, Kids have the opportunity to learn kayaking techniques for FREE. Must register two weeks in advance. Paddlers who catch the bug can get advice about boats and gear, learn how to roll or self-rescue a kayak and join the HCC on paddling trips across Indiana and beyond. Please contact Thatcher Park to reserve a date at the pool. For more information call Jordan Ross 317-460-7000 (evenings). 229555 Jul 1 5 years and older Ongoing classes 229556

Aug 5

5 years and older Ongoing classes

Hoosier Canoe Club Thatcher Pool is a great place for kids and grownups to try kayaking in a safe, warm environment. Volunteers from the Hoosier Canoe Club will encourage you try their boats and teach you basic paddle skills and safety tips. Every first Wednesday of each month, Kids have the opportunity to learn kayaking techniques for FREE. Must register two weeks in advance. Paddlers who catch the bug can get advice about boats and gear, learn how to roll or self-rescue a kayak and join the HCC on paddling trips across Indiana and beyond. Please contact Thatcher Park to reserve a date at the pool. For more information call Jordan Ross 317-460-7000 (evenings). 229554 Jun 3 10 years and older Ongoing classes