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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.
3:00 PM - 10:00 PM	Held
3:00 PM - 10:00 PM	Held
3:00 PM - 10:00 PM	Shelter Reservation
3:00 PM - 10:00 PM	Shelter Reservation

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.

Sunday March 23, 2025
3:00 PM - 10:00 PM	Held
3:00 PM - 10:00 PM	Shelter Reservation

Monday March 24, 2025
5:00 PM - 8:00 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 25, 2025
3:30 PM - 4:00 PM	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!

Wednesday March 26, 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 27, 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

Friday March 28, 2025
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM	Senior Nature Walks - Senior Nature Walk - March 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 29, 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

Monday March 31, 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 April 1, 2025
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM	Nature's Tricksters - Nature's Tricksters Happy April Fools’ Day! Nature is full of tricksters. Many animals and plants use clever tricks, like camouflage, to fool each other and survive. Join us to discover these fun and surprising adaptations.

Wednesday April 2, 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 April 3, 2025
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM	Drop-in Discovery - Wildflowers 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.
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 April 4, 2025
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Park and PLAY - Park and PLAY - Heritage Trail Park Get off your couch, get out of your house! Join the Zionsville Parks at your local park for some fun outdoor activities, sports, games and more! Drop-in and stay as long as you’d like. Each month we will PARK in one of our Zionsville parks and set up free activities so you can PLAY!
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM	Owl Pellet Dissection - Owl Pellet Dissection Why do owls regurgitate pellets? What do owls eat? Join a Naturalist for an exciting owl pellet dissection. We’ll use tools to investigate and identify bones of prey and learn all about the characteristics of owls.

Saturday April 5, 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
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM	Wild Edibles - Wild Edibles What better way to celebrate spring then to learn about the plants that grow here! Join a Naturalist for a leisurely stroll at Overley-Worman while learning about the type of edible plants and how to identify them. After the hike, learn how to prepare some of these as we make a few delicious snacks, and get your own recipe book to try at home. Please call or email if you have any concerns with food. We will be using dairy in the snacks and will have crackers and pretzels to taste.

Monday April 7, 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 April 8, 2025
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM	Homeschool Programs - Entomology 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 April 9, 2025
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Mommy & Me Unicorn Party - Unicorn Party Get ready for a magical morning with Zionsville parks. Join us for an enchanting event filled with unicorn-themed crafts, games, and activities that both moms and little ones will love. Dress up in your favorite unicorn attire, you don’t miss out on this whimsical 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

Thursday April 10, 2025
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM	PEEPs - Amazing Amphibians 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 April 11, 2025
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM	Toddler Trek - Sticks 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.
7:30 PM - 8:30 PM	FrogWatch - FrogWatch Is there anything better than hearing the calls of frogs and toads on a spring evening? We don’t think so! Join a Naturalist for a frog-filled Friday night as we search the wetland for frogs and toads, learn about our local species, and contribute to an amazing citizen science project.

Saturday April 12, 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
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM	Dino Egg-ventures - Dino Egg-ventures Calling all kids! Join us as we have an EGG-citing adventure dinosaur style. Go on a dinosaur egg scavenger hunt, build your own dinosaur, get creative with dinosaur art, and join us as we Dino STOMP all around Elm Street Green.
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM	Spring Wildflower Hike - Spring Wildflower Hike Step into a world of color and beauty with the Zionsville Nature Center! Join a Naturalist for a fun hike to discover the vibrant spring wildflowers that are popping up in our parks. Learn about these different flowers and their importance as we explore nature!

Monday April 14, 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