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Saturday February 22, 2025
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Zionsville High School Rugby Field Use
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Zionsville High School Rugby Field Use
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Zionsville High School Rugby Field Use
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Girl Scout & Boy Scout Programs - Environmental Science Merit Badge Workshop Join a Naturalist for a nature hike or complete requirements for a nature related badge or journey with Naturalists from Zionsville Nature Center in these fun scout programs. Private Scout ProgramsIf you are interested in a private den or troop programs you can submit a request here. Private programs can be scheduled on Saturdays, over school breaks, or weekday afternoons (Tuesday - Friday). We can even meet with your group virtually.Program requests must be made a minimum of 2-weeks before your preferred date.

Monday February 24, 2025
5:00 PM - 9:00 PM	Zionsville High School Rugby Field Use
5:30 PM - 9:30 PM	Held
5:30 PM - 9:30 PM	Held
5:30 PM - 9:30 PM	Zionsville Your Rugby Field Use
5:30 PM - 9:30 PM	Zionsville Youth Rugby Field Use

Tuesday February 25, 2025
12:00 PM - 4:00 PM	Drop-in Discovery - Owls Drop into the Zionsville Nature Center to explore new topics each month with our Naturalist staff. Celebrate the changing seasons with crafts and activities for all ages.

Wednesday February 26, 2025
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM	ZNC Outreach
5:00 PM - 9:00 PM	Zionsville High School Rugby Field Use
5:30 PM - 9:30 PM	Held
5:30 PM - 9:30 PM	Held
5:30 PM - 9:30 PM	Zionsville Your Rugby Field Use
5:30 PM - 9:30 PM	Zionsville Youth Rugby Field Use

Thursday February 27, 2025
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM	ZNC Outreach
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM	Art in Nature - Nature Bookmarks Each of our Art in Nature programs start off with an easy hike with a Naturalist to explore one of our parks and to collect materials. Afterwards, create your own masterpiece with different mediums such as leaves, mud, pine cones, and so much more! Our craft supplies will help finish off your artwork.
5:00 PM - 9:00 PM	Zionsville High School Rugby Field Use
5:30 PM - 9:30 PM	Held
5:30 PM - 9:30 PM	Held
5:30 PM - 9:30 PM	Zionsville Your Rugby Field Use
5:30 PM - 9:30 PM	Zionsville Youth Rugby Field Use

Friday February 28, 2025
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM	Senior Nature Walks - February Walk Join Zionsville Parks and Recreation for this engaging Senior Nature Walk series! Each month, we’ll explore an accessible Zionsville park and take a leisurely walk to discover what’s happening in nature. Enjoy the benefits of fresh air and staying active – all while connecting with the beauty of the outdoors and our community.

Saturday March 1, 2025
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM	Nature's Calendar - Nature's Calendar Join us as we explore the fascinating world of phenology—the study of nature's calendar. From the first bloom of spring flowers to the migration of birds in autumn, this program will explore how the changing seasons affect plants, animals, and ecosystems. The program ends with a hike and a chance to make your very own nature calendar to track the seasons!

Monday March 3, 2025
5:00 PM - 9:00 PM	Zionsville High School Rugby Field Use
5:30 PM - 9:30 PM	Held
5:30 PM - 9:30 PM	Held
5:30 PM - 9:30 PM	Zionsville Your Rugby Field Use
5:30 PM - 9:30 PM	Zionsville Youth Rugby Field Use

Tuesday March 4, 2025
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM	Held
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM	ZNC Private Program
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM	Homeschool Programs - Botany Join a Naturalist with the Zionsville Nature Center in these exciting homeschool club series! Each month, we will go into depths of different nature topics in a short lesson followed by hands-on activities.

Wednesday March 5, 2025
5:00 PM - 9:00 PM	Zionsville High School Rugby Field Use
5:30 PM - 9:30 PM	Held
5:30 PM - 9:30 PM	Held
5:30 PM - 9:30 PM	Zionsville Your Rugby Field Use
5:30 PM - 9:30 PM	Zionsville Youth Rugby Field Use

Thursday March 6, 2025
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Indiana Master Naturalist - Indiana Master Naturalist 2025 The Indiana Master Naturalist (IMN) program provides hands-on opportunities to learn about Indiana’s natural resources. Adult learners will gain an understanding of Indiana's plants, waters, soils, wildlife, and other topics. The program provides a way for you to share knowledge, along with your life experiences, through volunteer services.  The program includes 24 hours of class time. To receive IMN certificate and pin, 24 hours of volunteering must be completed. Volunteer opportunities will be available during the course. 6 out of 8 of the class sessions must be attended to receive credit. Class meets February 6, 20, March 6, 20, April 17, 24, May 1 and 15REGISTRATION OPENS JANUARY 2 at 8 am
5:00 PM - 9:00 PM	Zionsville High School Rugby Field Use
5:30 PM - 9:30 PM	Held
5:30 PM - 9:30 PM	Held
5:30 PM - 9:30 PM	Zionsville Your Rugby Field Use
5:30 PM - 9:30 PM	Zionsville Youth Rugby Field Use

Friday March 7, 2025
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM	Toddler Trek - Rocks Spending time outdoors has numerous benefits for a child’s physical and emotional well-being. During our Toddler Treks we will meet at different Zionsville parks to play, explore, and watch the seasons change. Older siblings are welcome to attend, but activities will be geared towards ages 3 and under. Dress for the weather and be prepared to get moving! Starting in March, Toddler Trek will be for ages 3 years and under. For children ages 4 - 6 check out our new PEEPs program.
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Woodcock Walk - Woodcock Walk Join us for on an evening walk to search for one of nature’s most amazing courtship displays. In early spring evenings, the male American Woodcock can sometimes be seen doing its unique spiral ascent into the air, followed by a zig-zag flight pattern as he descends. If you are in the right place at the right time, you can see many male woodcocks doing this “sky dance”, as Aldo Leopold called it, to attract females.

Saturday March 8, 2025
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Zionsville High School Rugby Field Use
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Zionsville High School Rugby Field Use
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Zionsville High School Rugby Field Use
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM	Brunch with Snakes - Brunch with Snakes Did you know snakes only eat about once a week? Join us and our snakes as they get their weekly brunch in the Zionsville Nature Center. Learn all about their unique adaptations as they eat mice whole.
3:00 PM - 10:00 PM	Gazebo Reservation
3:00 PM - 10:00 PM	Held

Monday March 10, 2025
5:00 PM - 9:00 PM	Zionsville High School Rugby Field Use
5:30 PM - 9:30 PM	Held
5:30 PM - 9:30 PM	Held
5:30 PM - 9:30 PM	Zionsville Your Rugby Field Use
5:30 PM - 9:30 PM	Zionsville Youth Rugby Field Use

Wednesday March 12, 2025
5:00 PM - 9:00 PM	Zionsville High School Rugby Field Use
5:30 PM - 9:30 PM	Held
5:30 PM - 9:30 PM	Held
5:30 PM - 9:30 PM	Zionsville Your Rugby Field Use
5:30 PM - 9:30 PM	Zionsville Youth Rugby Field Use

Thursday March 13, 2025
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM	PEEPs - Signs of Spring Welcome to our new preschool environmental education program series (PEEPs)! This monthly program offers an opportunity for preschool-aged kids to discover nature through hands-on, educational activities. PEEPs will encourage outdoor exploration that supports child development, grows independence and confidence, and helps children build a relationship with the natural world. Younger siblings are welcome to attend, but activities will be geared towards ages 4 – 6.  Parents/Adults are required to stay
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM	Meet the Animals - Meet the Animals Stop by the Zionsville Nature Center twice a month for an exciting chance to meet and learn about our resident reptiles and amphibians. Discover the unique traits of these fascinating creatures as they get enrichment outside of their homes. No reservations needed—just drop in and experience the adventure!
5:00 PM - 9:00 PM	Zionsville High School Rugby Field Use
5:30 PM - 9:30 PM	Held
5:30 PM - 9:30 PM	Held
5:30 PM - 9:30 PM	Zionsville Your Rugby Field Use
5:30 PM - 9:30 PM	Zionsville Youth Rugby Field Use

Friday March 14, 2025
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM	Volunteer Naturalist Training - Volunteer Naturalist Training Become a Volunteer Naturalist with Zionsville Parks & Recreation! This training will teach you how to lead educational field trips for local school groups. We will cover our field trip themes, natural history topics, trailside activities, as well as teaching techniques. Previous experience working with children is helpful but not required. Just bring your enthusiasm for working with kids!Note: Full background check required before volunteering with school programs.

Saturday March 15, 2025
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Zionsville High School Rugby Field Use
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Zionsville High School Rugby Field Use
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Discover Your Backyard - Birds of Prey The Trailhopper is the newest mobile outreach vehicle to join the Zionsville Parks and Recreation Department. Join us each month as we visit one of our local parks and discover what’s happening in our backyard with hands-on activities and adventures. Drop-in and stay as long as you’d like!

Monday March 17, 2025
5:00 PM - 9:00 PM	Zionsville High School Rugby Field Use
5:30 PM - 9:30 PM	Held
5:30 PM - 9:30 PM	Held
5:30 PM - 9:30 PM	Zionsville Your Rugby Field Use
5:30 PM - 9:30 PM	Zionsville Youth Rugby Field Use

Wednesday March 19, 2025
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM	Goodbye Winter, Hello Spring - Goodbye Winter, Hello Spring Join us for a peaceful walk through the park as we say farewell to winter and welcome spring. Observe the first signs of the season—budding trees, returning birds, and the earth coming alive. Discover how nature shifts and prepares for the warmth ahead!
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM	After-School Nature Club - Nature Detectives Are you ready for an after-school adventure? Join our After-School Nature Club! Each month, we’ll uncover the wonders of the natural world through outdoor exploration, fun games, and hands-on activities. This club is perfect for curious kids who love exploring, creating, and playing. Come discover the magic of nature - adventure awaits!
5:00 PM - 9:00 PM	Zionsville High School Rugby Field Use
5:30 PM - 9:30 PM	Held
5:30 PM - 9:30 PM	Held
5:30 PM - 9:30 PM	Zionsville Your Rugby Field Use
5:30 PM - 9:30 PM	Zionsville Youth Rugby Field Use

Thursday March 20, 2025
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM	Homeschool Programs - Botany Join a Naturalist with the Zionsville Nature Center in these exciting homeschool club series! Each month, we will go into depths of different nature topics in a short lesson followed by hands-on activities.
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Indiana Master Naturalist - Indiana Master Naturalist 2025 The Indiana Master Naturalist (IMN) program provides hands-on opportunities to learn about Indiana’s natural resources. Adult learners will gain an understanding of Indiana's plants, waters, soils, wildlife, and other topics. The program provides a way for you to share knowledge, along with your life experiences, through volunteer services.  The program includes 24 hours of class time. To receive IMN certificate and pin, 24 hours of volunteering must be completed. Volunteer opportunities will be available during the course. 6 out of 8 of the class sessions must be attended to receive credit. Class meets February 6, 20, March 6, 20, April 17, 24, May 1 and 15REGISTRATION OPENS JANUARY 2 at 8 am
5:00 PM - 9:00 PM	Zionsville High School Rugby Field Use
5:30 PM - 9:30 PM	Held
5:30 PM - 9:30 PM	Held
5:30 PM - 9:30 PM	Zionsville Your Rugby Field Use
5:30 PM - 9:30 PM	Zionsville Youth Rugby Field Use

Saturday March 22, 2025
7:00 AM - 10:00 PM	Zionsville Rugby
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM	Zionsville High School Rugby Field Use
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM	Zionsville High School Rugby Field Use
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM	Zionsville High School Rugby Field Use
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM	Drop-in Discovery - Frogs and Toads Drop into the Zionsville Nature Center to explore new topics each month with our Naturalist staff. Celebrate the changing seasons with crafts and activities for all ages.