Nature & the Outdoors

Participate in citizen science to discover some of the moths that live in Bloomington!

Learn about native salamanders, their life cycle, and what makes them unique.

Join a naturalist for an insect hike! Learn a bit about how to identify insects and the value these animals have in our ecosystem.

Some praying mantises are beneficial while others can be harmful. Come learn how to spot the difference!

Paddle a canoe or kayak on Griffy Lake under the full moon.

Paddle a canoe or kayak on Griffy Lake and enjoy the sunset.

Participants can learn about telescopes and view the night sky with the help of the Indiana Astronomical Society.

Come experience nature at a preschool pace!

After reading a book together, we will walk to the creek for some exploration and science investigations!

Come celebrate everyones favorite gooey campfire treat with games and roast your own smores!

Can you speak emoji and identify the emojified plants and animals we find along the trail?

Learn what makes Southern Indianas landscape so unique in this in depth look at Caves and karst topography.

Engage your child in the mindfulness of forest exploration in this two hour practice of ninja training.