There are over 1,000 species of mushrooms reported from the greater Chicago region, many of them from Indiana Dunes National Lake Shore. Join mycologist Dr. Greg Mueller on a mushroom hunt at Cowles Bog. Greg is Chief Scientist and Negaunee...
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Guided Hike: Wild Mushrooms of Northwest Indiana
Discovery Cottage Open House
School is back in session and we are excited to get the ball rolling at Discovery Cottage! On Thursday, August 22nd, from 6pm - 8pm, parents are invited to meet the staff and learn about all the programs and classes offered this year. Kids are...
Read MoreDiversity & Inclusion Symposium
The event will take place at Valparaiso University on Friday, November 15, 2019. Who should attend? Business/Corporate AdministratorsHR PersonnelAffirmative Action OfficersPolice and Fire PersonnelCommunity LeadersPost-Secondary and Secondary...
Read MoreIU Northwest gallery features ‘We Are All Homeless’ exhibit Aug. 26 through Oct. 18
The Indiana University Northwest campus and the greater Northwest Indiana community are invited to view the exhibit “We Are All Homeless,” in the Gallery for Contemporary Art, located in the Savannah Center. The exhibit runs from August 26...
Read MoreAre groundhogs actually grumpy? Find out with Lake County Parks
Are groundhogs grumpy when they have to leave their warm digs to check on their shadow? Learn about these unusual animals and just how Groundhog Day came about. All ages. Pre-registration required, please call 219-844-3188. For more information,...
Read MoreBird Visitors with Lake County Parks
Many species of birds stick around for our cold Northwest Indiana winters. Learn some of the common birds and make a recycled feeder to take home. Pre-registration required, call 219-844-3188. For more information, visit lakecountyparks.com.
Read MoreName That Tune with Lake County Parks: Frogs and Toads
Frogs and toads make all sorts of unusual sounds. Learn the peeps, croaks, grumbles and groans of the Calumet Region’s amphibian crooners. Programs happening Wednesdays, on March 4, 11 and 18 from 9:30-11 AM. Pre-registration required, call...
Read MoreWinter Fairy House
Nature is full of lots of surprises-maybe even fairies! Come join us at Stoney Run where we will build a house in the woods for fairies and nature’s friends to visit. The simple challenge of creating a fairy house gives children a unique activity...
Read MoreCookie Burner Hike
Burn off those holiday calories with a hike around Lemon Lake. Please dress for weather. Pre-registration is required, please call 219-844-3188.
Read MoreNight Hike and Campfire
Join us for a special evening venture as we take a hike as the sun sets and the night forest animals awaken. We will finish up our time around a campfire for snacks. Program is $5 per person. Pre-registration required, please call 219-844-3188.
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