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Wednesday May 1, 2024
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM	100 Hours Outside! - 100 Hours Outside Kickoff You track your reading, eating, sleeping and even screen time...but when was the last time you tracked your PLAY time?We are challenging Zionsville residents to log 100 hours outside this summer between May 1 - August 31. We will make it easy and FUN, sharing activity idea and events designed to help you log the hours. Submit your hours beginning May 1 and be entered into monthly drawings. Work towards the grand prize at the end of summer!Everyone wins a summer full of amazing memories!How it Works!What: Log 100 hours outside for a chance to win prizes!Who: Zionsville residents can register for free. Others can register for a small fee. You can participate from anywhere but must be local to claim prizes.How: Log any time spent outside (swimming, going on a walk, catching bugs, etc) Download a list of ideas from our website (coming soon!), watch our social media or attend a park program or event.When: May 1 - August 31, be sure to fill out your hour form and we'll keep track for youPrizes: Monthly prize drawings, grand prize awarded for top earners! Exclusive prizes can be earned at various park programs and events.

Thursday May 2, 2024
9:30 AM - 12:30 PM	Mr. Daniel Concert Series

Friday May 3, 2024
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM	Toddler Trek - Flowers 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.
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM	Library Storywalk

Saturday May 4, 2024
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM	Migratory Bird Walk - Migratory Bird Walk Spring is here and that means bird migration! As birds begin to make their way back, join a Naturalist once a month to explore what birds are migrating through Indiana this Spring.
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Volunteering with Zionsville Parks - Weed Wrangle: Garlic Mustard Volunteering with Zionsville Parks and Recreation is a satisfying way of giving back to your community while enjoying the beauty of the parks. Zionsville Parks and Recreation offers fun and educational volunteer opportunities for adults, youth-14 years and older, community organizations, student projects and corporate groups. The mission of our volunteer program is to promote community involvement through rewarding volunteer opportunities that support the needs and mission of Zionsville Parks and Recreation.There are two ways you can volunteer Sign up for a community service day listed below Apply to become a long-term volunteer by filling out a Volunteer Application Form Volunteer Benefits:Satisfaction of having a direct impact on the park land, education, and recreation effortsMeet new people who share the same passion for our Zionsville ParksAttend fun recognition eventsExpand your knowledge, keep active, make a positive impact to your community

Wednesday May 8, 2024
9:30 AM - 11:30 AM	Introduction to Pickleball
9:30 AM - 11:30 AM	Introduction to Pickleball
9:30 AM - 11:30 AM	Introduction to Pickleball
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM	Pickleball - Introduction to Pickleball Join the craze that has been sweeping the nation!
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Drop-in Discovery - Migrating Birds 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.

Thursday May 9, 2024
9:30 AM - 12:30 PM	Mr. Daniel Concert Series
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM	School Program @ ZNC
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Indiana Master Naturalist - Indiana Master Naturalist 2024 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 within one year of taking the class. Volunteer opportunities will be available during the course. This program meets every other Thursday February 15 - May 23 80% of the class hours must be attended to receive credit.

Friday May 10, 2024
7:00 AM - 2:00 PM	Shelter Reservation

Saturday May 11, 2024
7:00 AM - 2:00 PM	Shelter Reservation
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM	ZNC Private School Program

Monday May 13, 2024
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM	Trailfest - Stroller Walk May 13 - 18Ready to join us for a trail-packed week? Join Zionsville Parks and Recreation for a celebration of all things outdoors and opportunities to hike, bike, run and have fun along the Zionsville trails. Try something new or volunteer for a trail cleanup event. Family Nature Club: Happy Hikers Registration HEREMay 18 Weed Wrangle Registration HERE

Tuesday May 14, 2024
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM	Homeschool Programs - Forest Ecology 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.
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM	Trailfest - Spring Dog Walk May 13 - 18Ready to join us for a trail-packed week? Join Zionsville Parks and Recreation for a celebration of all things outdoors and opportunities to hike, bike, run and have fun along the Zionsville trails. Try something new or volunteer for a trail cleanup event. Family Nature Club: Happy Hikers Registration HEREMay 18 Weed Wrangle Registration HERE

Wednesday May 15, 2024
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM	Homeschool Programs - Forest Ecology 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.
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM	Park and PLAY - Park and PLAY: Chalk the Trail 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!
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM	ZNC Private School Program
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM	ZNC Private School Program
3:00 PM - 10:00 PM	Shelter Reservation
3:00 PM - 10:00 PM	Shelter Reservation

Thursday May 16, 2024
9:30 AM - 12:30 PM	Mr. Daniel Concert Series
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM	Trailfest - Walk with the Artist: Denise Rolland Troyer May 13 - 18Ready to join us for a trail-packed week? Join Zionsville Parks and Recreation for a celebration of all things outdoors and opportunities to hike, bike, run and have fun along the Zionsville trails. Try something new or volunteer for a trail cleanup event. Family Nature Club: Happy Hikers Registration HEREMay 18 Weed Wrangle Registration HERE
3:00 PM - 10:00 PM	Shelter Reservation
3:00 PM - 10:00 PM	Shelter Reservation
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM	Family Nature Club - Happy Hikers There are numerous benefits to spending time outside but finding the time and figuring out what to do once you’re outside can be difficult. Take the stress out of spending time outside by joining our family nature club! Each month we will explore a different park in Zionsville through imagination, observation, and outdoor play. Families, caregivers, and children of all ages are welcome.

Friday May 17, 2024
5:00 PM - 6:30 PM	Trailfest - Bike Check Station May 13 - 18Ready to join us for a trail-packed week? Join Zionsville Parks and Recreation for a celebration of all things outdoors and opportunities to hike, bike, run and have fun along the Zionsville trails. Try something new or volunteer for a trail cleanup event. Family Nature Club: Happy Hikers Registration HEREMay 18 Weed Wrangle Registration HERE
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Trailfest - Town Showdown: Zionsville vs Whitestown May 13 - 18Ready to join us for a trail-packed week? Join Zionsville Parks and Recreation for a celebration of all things outdoors and opportunities to hike, bike, run and have fun along the Zionsville trails. Try something new or volunteer for a trail cleanup event. Family Nature Club: Happy Hikers Registration HEREMay 18 Weed Wrangle Registration HERE
8:30 PM - 9:30 PM	FrogWatch - FrogWatch - Family Session 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 May 18, 2024
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Volunteering with Zionsville Parks - Weed Wrangle: Garlic Mustard Volunteering with Zionsville Parks and Recreation is a satisfying way of giving back to your community while enjoying the beauty of the parks. Zionsville Parks and Recreation offers fun and educational volunteer opportunities for adults, youth-14 years and older, community organizations, student projects and corporate groups. The mission of our volunteer program is to promote community involvement through rewarding volunteer opportunities that support the needs and mission of Zionsville Parks and Recreation.There are two ways you can volunteer Sign up for a community service day listed below Apply to become a long-term volunteer by filling out a Volunteer Application Form Volunteer Benefits:Satisfaction of having a direct impact on the park land, education, and recreation effortsMeet new people who share the same passion for our Zionsville ParksAttend fun recognition eventsExpand your knowledge, keep active, make a positive impact to your community
3:00 PM - 10:00 PM	Shelter Reservation
3:00 PM - 10:00 PM	Shelter Reservation

Sunday May 19, 2024
7:00 AM - 2:00 PM	Shelter Reservation
7:00 AM - 10:00 PM	Shelter Reservation

Monday May 20, 2024
4:00 PM - 5:30 PM	Nature Journaling - Nature Journaling Nature Journaling is collecting and organizing your observations, questions, connections, and explanations on the pages of a notebook using words and pictures. You don’t need to be an artist, or a Naturalist to begin or any special supplies other than a notebook and a pencil or pen. Join Director of Recreation Services, Mindy Murdock, each month as we focus on a new topic while developing our curiosity, and observation skills together. A recommended materials list will be sent out before the start of each class.
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Intermediate Pickleball
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Intermediate Pickleball
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Intermediate Pickleball
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM	Pickleball - Intermediate Pickleball Join the craze that has been sweeping the nation!

Wednesday May 22, 2024
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM	ZNC Private Scout Program

Thursday May 23, 2024
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM	PEEPs - May PEEPs 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
9:30 AM - 12:30 PM	Mr. Daniel Concert Series
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Indiana Master Naturalist - Indiana Master Naturalist 2024 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 within one year of taking the class. Volunteer opportunities will be available during the course. This program meets every other Thursday February 15 - May 23 80% of the class hours must be attended to receive credit.

Friday May 24, 2024
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM	Nature Scavenger Hunt - Nature Scavenger Hunt Join a Naturalist on a nature inspired scavenger hunt through Elm Street Green. Each participant will get a list of nature related things to search for on our hike. We’ll discuss the importance of using sights and sounds to help discover the world around us.

Sunday May 26, 2024
7:00 AM - 10:00 PM	Shelter Reservation
3:00 PM - 10:00 PM	Shelter Reservation
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Pickleball Court Reservation

Monday May 27, 2024
3:00 PM - 10:00 PM	Shelter Reservation

Wednesday May 29, 2024
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM	Art in Nature - Nature Presses 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.