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Saturday April 11, 2026
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM    Slimy Salamander Hike - Slimy Salamander Hike
Salamanders are an interesting amphibian! They may look like a lizard, but these slimy creatures are more related to frogs.  Learn all about our local salamanders as we hike and search a few secret spots to see if we can find a few!
 
Tuesday April 14, 2026
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM    Jr Ecologist Homeschool Club - Spring Wildflowers
Please Register for ONLY ONE date each month. Calling all young nature enthusiasts! Join a Naturalist from the Zionsville Nature Center for an engaging monthly homeschool series designed to spark curiosity and a love for the natural world. Each month dives into a new nature theme through fun, hands-on activities. At the end of each class, children will receive a themed take-home packet filled with ideas and activities to continue exploring at home. This is a drop-off program, but parents are welcome to stay nearby if they wish.Zionsville Parks and Recreation's Youth Nature Education Programs are made possible by the generous support of the Zionsville Parks Foundation. 
 
Thursday April 16, 2026
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM    PEEPs - Hello Spring!
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.