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Thursday May 14, 2026
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Nature Connections
9:00 AM - 12:30 PM	Nature Connections

Friday May 15, 2026
3:00 PM - 10:00 PM	Shelter Reservation

Saturday May 16, 2026
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM	Discover Your Backyard - Migration Join us each month as the Trailhopper, our mobile Nature Center, visits 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!About the TrailhopperThe Community Outreach Program aims to increase the scope and programming potential for the Parks Department through meeting residents at their doorstep through recreation and education. In 2022 the Zionsville Parks launched its first Outreach vehicle, the Creekstomper. In 2024, with APRA fund support, the Department expanded outreach with the Trailhopper, a mobile Nature Center. Looking for a unique addition to your business or community event? Let us bring the Zionsville Parks to you! The Creekstomper and Trailhopper are available for area businesses and organizations to help provide information and experiences to your community. Whether a church or school function, the neighborhood block party, or a promotional event at your business let the Zionsville Parks help create memories. Request your reservation HERE.
3:00 PM - 10:00 PM	Shelter Reservation

Tuesday May 19, 2026
9:00 AM - 2:00 PM	Nature Connections
9:00 AM - 2:00 PM	Nature Connections

Wednesday May 20, 2026
9:00 AM - 2:00 PM	Nature Connections
9:00 AM - 2:00 PM	Nature Connections

Wednesday May 27, 2026
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM	PEEPs - Creek Stomp PEEPs: Preschool Environmental Education Program Series Let curiosity lead the way! PEEPs is a playful, hands-on nature program for preschoolers and their caregivers. Each week, we encourage exploration through outdoor adventures, sensory play, and discovery-based learning. Together, we’ll follow the seasons, explore local wildlife, and support early development through movement, creativity, and connection with nature. Register monthly to join a themed 3-week series. Come ready to play, explore, and get a little messy!Younger siblings are welcome to attend, but activities will be geared towards ages 3 – 6.  Parents/Adults are required to stayZionsville Parks and Recreation's Youth Nature Education Programs are made possible by the generous support of the Zionsville Parks Foundation.

Thursday May 28, 2026
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM	PEEPs - Creek Stomp PEEPs: Preschool Environmental Education Program Series Let curiosity lead the way! PEEPs is a playful, hands-on nature program for preschoolers and their caregivers. Each week, we encourage exploration through outdoor adventures, sensory play, and discovery-based learning. Together, we’ll follow the seasons, explore local wildlife, and support early development through movement, creativity, and connection with nature. Register monthly to join a themed 3-week series. Come ready to play, explore, and get a little messy!Younger siblings are welcome to attend, but activities will be geared towards ages 3 – 6.  Parents/Adults are required to stayZionsville Parks and Recreation's Youth Nature Education Programs are made possible by the generous support of the Zionsville Parks Foundation.

Saturday May 30, 2026
7:00 AM - 2:00 PM	Shelter Reservation
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM	Creek Creatures - Creek Creatures What lives in Eagle Creek? So many things! From fish to frogs to aquatic insects, our local creeks are filled with creatures! Borrow a net and get your feet wet with us as we explore and identify the different animals who call our creeks home.  Children must be accompanied in the water by an adult; secure shoes are required.

Saturday June 13, 2026
7:00 AM - 2:00 PM	Shelter Reservation