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SUMMARY:Help Pull Invasive Winter Creeper at Oliver's Woods
DESCRIPTION:Join our Stewardship team to get the preserve looking less “creepy”. \n\n\n\nAll Ages \nPlease RSVP so we know you’re coming. \nWhat to Expect and Bring: \n• Volunteers will remove plants by hand. \n• Dress in long pants thick enough to stand up to thorns\, brush\, poison ivy\, ticks\, and mosquitos (unfortunately leggings aren’t very protective). \n• Wear clothes you don’t mind getting dirty and closed-toed shoes that can stand up to mud. \n• Bring gardening or work gloves. If you don’t have gloves\, we will provide some. \n• Bring water bottle\, preferably refillable. \n• Dress for the weather as we will work rain or shine. \n• In case of inclement weather\, check email for updates. \nDirections: Oliver’s Woods is located at 8825 River Road Indianapolis\, Indiana. Please park in the parking lot adjacent to I-465 and meet staff on foot in front of the house. \nMore information on Wintercreeper: Wintercreeper is a vigorous vine that invades forest openings and margins. It grows across the ground\, displacing herbaceous plants and seedlings and climbs trees high into the tree canopy by clinging to the bark. Forest openings\, caused by wind\, insects\, or fire are especially vulnerable to invasion. \nWhat else can I do? After visiting an area that has invasive weeds present\, clean up before you leave the site. Make sure your clothes\, boots\, vehicles\, and pets are seed free. Use plants native to Central Indiana in your yard and garden.
URL:https://conservingindiana.org/event/help-pull-invasive-winter-creeper-at-olivers-woods-2/
LOCATION:Oliver’s Woods\, 8825 River Road\, Indianapolis\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteer event
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SUMMARY:Help Pull Invasive Winter Creeper at Oliver's Woods
DESCRIPTION:Join our Stewardship team to get the preserve looking less “creepy”. \n\n\n\nAll Ages \nPlease RSVP so we know you’re coming. \nWhat to Expect and Bring: \n• Volunteers will remove plants by hand. \n• Dress in long pants thick enough to stand up to thorns\, brush\, poison ivy\, ticks\, and mosquitos (unfortunately leggings aren’t very protective). \n• Wear clothes you don’t mind getting dirty and closed-toed shoes that can stand up to mud. \n• Bring gardening or work gloves. If you don’t have gloves\, we will provide some. \n• Bring water bottle\, preferably refillable. \n• Dress for the weather as we will work rain or shine. \n• In case of inclement weather\, check email for updates. \nDirections: Oliver’s Woods is located at 8825 River Road Indianapolis\, Indiana. Please park in the parking lot adjacent to I-465 and meet staff on foot in front of the house. \nMore information on Wintercreeper: Wintercreeper is a vigorous vine that invades forest openings and margins. It grows across the ground\, displacing herbaceous plants and seedlings and climbs trees high into the tree canopy by clinging to the bark. Forest openings\, caused by wind\, insects\, or fire are especially vulnerable to invasion. \nWhat else can I do? After visiting an area that has invasive weeds present\, clean up before you leave the site. Make sure your clothes\, boots\, vehicles\, and pets are seed free. Use plants native to Central Indiana in your yard and garden.
URL:https://conservingindiana.org/event/help-pull-invasive-winter-creeper-at-olivers-woods/
LOCATION:Oliver’s Woods\, 8825 River Road\, Indianapolis\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteer event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Central Indiana Land Trust":MAILTO:smiller@conservingindiana.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230817T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230817T213000
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SUMMARY:Welcome to the Dark Side: Mothing in Indiana with Jeanette Jaskula
DESCRIPTION:Tickets will be available on July 1st. \nJoin us for the Golden Hour Summer Series at  Oliver’s Woods. In August\, we’re featuring moths. \nJeanette Jaskula\, President of Friends of the Sands\, will share the joy of moths\, from their stunning colors\, patterns\, and behaviors to their important role in our ecosystems as pollinators and members of the food web. Learn how to attract moths to your backyard with native plants. You can even contribute your moth sightings to the Great American Indiana Nature Lepidoptera Project (GAINLP). \nWe will gather inside the Daugherty House for a presentation\, then walk the preserve in search of local moth populations. \nAll Ages \nPlease RSVP (available on July 1) so we know to expect you. \nThe event is limited to 25 people. \nTickets are limited to 4 per reservation. \nWhat to Expect and Bring: \n\nIf you have a headlamp\, please bring it. We will have a few available to share with the group.\nDress for the weather and be sure to wear pants thick enough to stand up to thorns\, brush\, poison ivy\, ticks\, and mosquitos (unfortunately leggings aren’t very protective).\nWear closed-toed shoes that can stand up to mud.\n\nDirections: Oliver’s Woods is located at 8825 River Road Indianapolis\, Indiana. Please park in the parking lot adjacent to I-465 and follow the trail to the discussion circle. Please plan to arrive on time. \nMore Information: Jeannette Jaskula is president of Friends of the Sands\, an all-volunteer group that promotes the natural areas and heritage of the Kankakee Sands region in Newton County\, Indiana.
URL:https://conservingindiana.org/event/welcome-to-the-dark-side-mothing-in-indiana-with-jeanette-jaskula/
LOCATION:Oliver’s Woods\, 8825 River Road\, Indianapolis\, United States
CATEGORIES:Naturalist Program
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SUMMARY:Welcome to the Dark Side: Mothing in Indiana with Jeanette Jaskula
DESCRIPTION:Tickets will be available on July 1st. \nJoin us for the Golden Hour Summer Series at  Oliver’s Woods. In August\, we’re featuring moths. \nJeanette Jaskula\, President of Friends of the Sands\, will share the joy of moths\, from their stunning colors\, patterns\, and behaviors to their important role in our ecosystems as pollinators and members of the food web. Learn how to attract moths to your backyard with native plants. You can even contribute your moth sightings to the Great American Indiana Nature Lepidoptera Project (GAINLP). \nWe will gather inside the Daugherty House for a presentation\, then walk the preserve in search of local moth populations. \nAll Ages \nPlease RSVP (available on July 1) so we know to expect you. \nThe event is limited to 25 people. \nTickets are limited to 4 per reservation. \nWhat to Expect and Bring: \n\nIf you have a headlamp\, please bring it. We will have a few available to share with the group.\nDress for the weather and be sure to wear pants thick enough to stand up to thorns\, brush\, poison ivy\, ticks\, and mosquitos (unfortunately leggings aren’t very protective).\nWear closed-toed shoes that can stand up to mud.\n\nDirections: Oliver’s Woods is located at 8825 River Road Indianapolis\, Indiana. Please park in the parking lot adjacent to I-465 and follow the trail to the discussion circle. Please plan to arrive on time. \nMore Information: Jeannette Jaskula is president of Friends of the Sands\, an all-volunteer group that promotes the natural areas and heritage of the Kankakee Sands region in Newton County\, Indiana.
URL:https://conservingindiana.org/event/welcome-to-the-dark-side-mothing-in-indiana-with-jeanette-jaskula-3/
LOCATION:Oliver’s Woods\, 8825 River Road\, Indianapolis\, United States
CATEGORIES:Naturalist Program
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230720T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230720T213000
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SUMMARY:Where are the Fireflies? with Dr. Sérgio Henriques
DESCRIPTION:Tickets will be available after June 1st. \nJoin us for the Golden Hour Summer Series at  Oliver’s Woods. In July\, we’ll learn about fireflies. \nDid you know that Indiana’s state insect is Say’s Firefly? Dr. Sérgio Henriques\, a conservationist with the Indianapolis Zoo\, will share fireflies’ importance in the ecosystem. Learn how to help these iconic insects while exploring Oliver’s Woods to look for the fireflies that make this preserve their home. \nAll Ages \nPlease RSVP (available after June 1) so we know to expect you. \nWhat to Expect and Bring: \n\nIf you have a headlamp\, please bring it. We will have a few available to share with the group.\nDress for the weather and be sure to wear pants thick enough to stand up to thorns\, brush\, poison ivy\, ticks\, and mosquitos (unfortunately leggings aren’t very protective).\nWear closed-toed shoes that can stand up to mud.\n\nDirections: Oliver’s Woods is located at 8825 River Road Indianapolis\, Indiana. Please park in the parking lot adjacent to I-465 and follow the trail to the discussion circle. Please plan to arrive on time. \nMore Information: Dr. Sérgio Henriques is Invertebrate Conservation Coordinator for the Global Center for Species Survival\, a partnership between the Indianapolis Zoo and the International Union for Conservation of Nature’s Species Survival Commission. As the chair of the organization’s Spider and Scorpion Specialist Group\, Dr. Henriques uses his more than 20 years of experience mobilizing resources to promote invertebrate conservation.
URL:https://conservingindiana.org/event/where-are-the-fireflies-with-dr-sergio-henriques/
LOCATION:Oliver’s Woods\, 8825 River Road\, Indianapolis\, United States
CATEGORIES:Naturalist Program
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SUMMARY:Where are the Fireflies? with Dr. Sérgio Henriques
DESCRIPTION:Tickets will be available after June 1st. \nJoin us for the Golden Hour Summer Series at  Oliver’s Woods. In July\, we’ll learn about fireflies. \nDid you know that Indiana’s state insect is Say’s Firefly? Dr. Sérgio Henriques\, a conservationist with the Indianapolis Zoo\, will share fireflies’ importance in the ecosystem. Learn how to help these iconic insects while exploring Oliver’s Woods to look for the fireflies that make this preserve their home. \nAll Ages \nPlease RSVP (available after June 1) so we know to expect you. \nWhat to Expect and Bring: \n\nIf you have a headlamp\, please bring it. We will have a few available to share with the group.\nDress for the weather and be sure to wear pants thick enough to stand up to thorns\, brush\, poison ivy\, ticks\, and mosquitos (unfortunately leggings aren’t very protective).\nWear closed-toed shoes that can stand up to mud.\n\nDirections: Oliver’s Woods is located at 8825 River Road Indianapolis\, Indiana. Please park in the parking lot adjacent to I-465 and follow the trail to the discussion circle. Please plan to arrive on time. \nMore Information: Dr. Sérgio Henriques is Invertebrate Conservation Coordinator for the Global Center for Species Survival\, a partnership between the Indianapolis Zoo and the International Union for Conservation of Nature’s Species Survival Commission. As the chair of the organization’s Spider and Scorpion Specialist Group\, Dr. Henriques uses his more than 20 years of experience mobilizing resources to promote invertebrate conservation.
URL:https://conservingindiana.org/event/where-are-the-fireflies-with-dr-sergio-henriques-2/
LOCATION:Oliver’s Woods\, 8825 River Road\, Indianapolis\, United States
CATEGORIES:Naturalist Program
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230615T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230615T213000
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SUMMARY:A Night with the Spiders\, featuring Drs. Marc Milne and Sérgio Henriques
DESCRIPTION:Tickets will be available after May 1st. \nJoin us for the Golden Hour Summer Series at  Oliver’s Woods. In June\, we’re featuring all things arachnid. \nDr. Marc Milne\, University of Indianapolis\, and Dr. Sérgio Henriques\, Indianapolis Zoo\, will share their arachnid expertise. We’ll explore Oliver’s Woods in search of some eight-legged friends. Learn about spider behavior\, taxonomy\, webs\, and more from these Indianapolis-based spider experts. \nAll Ages \nPlease RSVP (available after May 1) so we know to expect you. \nWhat to Expect and Bring: \n\nIf you have a headlamp\, please bring it. We will have a few available to share with the group.\nDress for the weather and be sure to wear pants thick enough to stand up to thorns\, brush\, poison ivy\, ticks\, and mosquitos (unfortunately leggings aren’t very protective).\nWear closed-toed shoes that can stand up to mud.\n\nDirections: Oliver’s Woods is located at 8825 River Road Indianapolis\, Indiana. Please park in the parking lot adjacent to I-465 and follow the trail to the discussion circle. Please plan to arrive on time. \nMore Information: University of Indianapolis biology professor Dr. Marc Milne heads up the UIndy Spider Lab\, which seeks to increase knowledge of spiders throughout Eastern North America through traditional taxonomic and phylogenetic means. The ultimate goal of this research is to improve the conservation of spiders and their habitats throughout these geographic areas. Find him on Twitter at @forthespiders. \nDr. Sérgio Henriques is Invertebrate Conservation Coordinator for the Global Center for Species Survival\, a partnership between the Indianapolis Zoo and the International Union for Conservation of Nature’s Species Survival Commission. As the chair of the organization’s Spider and Scorpion Specialist Group\, Dr. Henriques uses his more than 20 years of experience mobilizing resources to promote invertebrate conservation.
URL:https://conservingindiana.org/event/a-night-with-the-spiders-featuring-drs-marc-milne-and-sergio-henriques/
LOCATION:Oliver’s Woods\, 8825 River Road\, Indianapolis\, United States
CATEGORIES:Naturalist Program
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230615T213000
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SUMMARY:A Night with the Spiders\, featuring Drs. Marc Milne and Sérgio Henriques
DESCRIPTION:Tickets will be available after May 1st. \nJoin us for the Golden Hour Summer Series at  Oliver’s Woods. In June\, we’re featuring all things arachnid. \nDr. Marc Milne\, University of Indianapolis\, and Dr. Sérgio Henriques\, Indianapolis Zoo\, will share their arachnid expertise. We’ll explore Oliver’s Woods in search of some eight-legged friends. Learn about spider behavior\, taxonomy\, webs\, and more from these Indianapolis-based spider experts. \nAll Ages \nPlease RSVP (available after May 1) so we know to expect you. \nWhat to Expect and Bring: \n\nIf you have a headlamp\, please bring it. We will have a few available to share with the group.\nDress for the weather and be sure to wear pants thick enough to stand up to thorns\, brush\, poison ivy\, ticks\, and mosquitos (unfortunately leggings aren’t very protective).\nWear closed-toed shoes that can stand up to mud.\n\nDirections: Oliver’s Woods is located at 8825 River Road Indianapolis\, Indiana. Please park in the parking lot adjacent to I-465 and follow the trail to the discussion circle. Please plan to arrive on time. \nMore Information: University of Indianapolis biology professor Dr. Marc Milne heads up the UIndy Spider Lab\, which seeks to increase knowledge of spiders throughout Eastern North America through traditional taxonomic and phylogenetic means. The ultimate goal of this research is to improve the conservation of spiders and their habitats throughout these geographic areas. Find him on Twitter at @forthespiders. \nDr. Sérgio Henriques is Invertebrate Conservation Coordinator for the Global Center for Species Survival\, a partnership between the Indianapolis Zoo and the International Union for Conservation of Nature’s Species Survival Commission. As the chair of the organization’s Spider and Scorpion Specialist Group\, Dr. Henriques uses his more than 20 years of experience mobilizing resources to promote invertebrate conservation.
URL:https://conservingindiana.org/event/a-night-with-the-spiders-featuring-drs-marc-milne-and-sergio-henriques-2/
LOCATION:Oliver’s Woods\, 8825 River Road\, Indianapolis\, United States
CATEGORIES:Naturalist Program
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ORGANIZER;CN="Central Indiana Land Trust":MAILTO:smiller@conservingindiana.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230523T073000
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SUMMARY:Tuesday Morning Birding Walks with an Expert - May 23
DESCRIPTION:Join an expert birder to go birdwatching in Oliver’s Woods Nature Preserve! \n\n\nCentral Indiana Land Trust’s nature preserves offer a safe harbor for countless bird species. We’re teaming up with expert birder Rob Ripma\, co-owner of Sabrewing Nature Tours\, for this series. This is a rare chance to enjoy guided birding tours of our region’s most biodiverse places. Join us to search for migratory birds and year-round avian residents. We will likely train our binoculars on waterbirds\, orioles\, bluebirds\, flycatchers\, raptors\, migratory warblers—and many more. \nWe’ll visit a variety of nature preserves\, exploring woodlands\, meadows\, streams\, and river frontage managed by Central Indiana Land Trust. \nAll are welcome\, including people with no birding experience. The best way to get started is to go with a seasoned guide like Rob. \nAll ages \nFree of Charge – RSVP required \nWhat to Expect and Bring: \n\nScope or binoculars. We will have a small quantity to share with the group.\nDress for the weather and be sure to wear pants thick enough to stand up to thorns\, brush\, poison ivy\, ticks\, and mosquitos (unfortunately leggings aren’t very protective).\nWear closed-toed shoes that can stand up to mud.\n\nRSVP \nPlease click here to preregister via Eventbrite so we know to expect you. \nDirections: \nOliver’s Woods is located at 8825 River Road Indianapolis\, Indiana. Please park in the parking lot adjacent to I-465 and follow the trail to the discussion circle. Please plan to arrive on time. \nMore Information: \nLearn more about Rob Ripma and Sabrewing Nature Tours. \n“I’ve been birding in Indiana since I was a teenager and can say without a doubt that there’s no more thrilling time to birdwatch in our state than during spring migration. During the month of May\, the pace of migration picks up\, and there are new and amazing things to see every day. CILTI properties and other local natural areas are stopover sites that are critical to birds’ ability to feed and prepare for their next flight north.” –Rob Ripma\, in “The Greatest Spectacle in Birding\,” written for our spring 2021 newsmagazine
URL:https://conservingindiana.org/event/tuesday-morning-birding-walks-with-an-expert-may-23/
LOCATION:Oliver’s Woods\, 8825 River Road\, Indianapolis\, United States
CATEGORIES:Naturalist Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230523T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230523T093000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230315T204122Z
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SUMMARY:Tuesday Morning Birding Walks with an Expert - May 23
DESCRIPTION:Join an expert birder to go birdwatching in Oliver’s Woods Nature Preserve! \n\n\nCentral Indiana Land Trust’s nature preserves offer a safe harbor for countless bird species. We’re teaming up with expert birder Rob Ripma\, co-owner of Sabrewing Nature Tours\, for this series. This is a rare chance to enjoy guided birding tours of our region’s most biodiverse places. Join us to search for migratory birds and year-round avian residents. We will likely train our binoculars on waterbirds\, orioles\, bluebirds\, flycatchers\, raptors\, migratory warblers—and many more. \nWe’ll visit a variety of nature preserves\, exploring woodlands\, meadows\, streams\, and river frontage managed by Central Indiana Land Trust. \nAll are welcome\, including people with no birding experience. The best way to get started is to go with a seasoned guide like Rob. \nAll ages \nFree of Charge – RSVP required \nWhat to Expect and Bring: \n\nScope or binoculars. We will have a small quantity to share with the group.\nDress for the weather and be sure to wear pants thick enough to stand up to thorns\, brush\, poison ivy\, ticks\, and mosquitos (unfortunately leggings aren’t very protective).\nWear closed-toed shoes that can stand up to mud.\n\nRSVP \nPlease click here to preregister via Eventbrite so we know to expect you. \nDirections: \nOliver’s Woods is located at 8825 River Road Indianapolis\, Indiana. Please park in the parking lot adjacent to I-465 and follow the trail to the discussion circle. Please plan to arrive on time. \nMore Information: \nLearn more about Rob Ripma and Sabrewing Nature Tours. \n“I’ve been birding in Indiana since I was a teenager and can say without a doubt that there’s no more thrilling time to birdwatch in our state than during spring migration. During the month of May\, the pace of migration picks up\, and there are new and amazing things to see every day. CILTI properties and other local natural areas are stopover sites that are critical to birds’ ability to feed and prepare for their next flight north.” –Rob Ripma\, in “The Greatest Spectacle in Birding\,” written for our spring 2021 newsmagazine
URL:https://conservingindiana.org/event/tuesday-morning-birding-walks-with-an-expert-may-23-2/
LOCATION:Oliver’s Woods\, 8825 River Road\, Indianapolis\, United States
CATEGORIES:Naturalist Program
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ORGANIZER;CN="Central Indiana Land Trust":MAILTO:smiller@conservingindiana.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230518T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230518T213000
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SUMMARY:Smartphone Secrets for Great Wildflower Photos with Emily Persic
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Golden Hour Summer Series at  Oliver’s Woods. In May\, we’ll learn about wildflower photography. \nLearn to capture wildflower images like a pro—using only your smartphone. The warm light of the Golden Hour is ideal for nature photography. Emily Persic of Raincliffs Photography will share secrets for getting that perfect closeup shot. \nAll Ages \nPlease RSVP so we know to expect you. \nWhat to Expect and Bring: \n\nMake sure your cell phone is charged.\nIf you have a headlamp\, please bring it. We will have a few available to share with the group.\nDress for the weather and be sure to wear pants thick enough to stand up to thorns\, brush\, poison ivy\, ticks\, and mosquitos (unfortunately leggings aren’t very protective).\nWear closed-toed shoes that can stand up to mud.\n\nDirections: Oliver’s Woods is located at 8825 River Road Indianapolis\, Indiana. Please park in the parking lot adjacent to I-465 and follow the trail to the discussion circle. Please plan to arrive on time. \nMore information on Emily Persic and her work can be found at raincliffsphotography.com.
URL:https://conservingindiana.org/event/smartphone-secrets-for-great-wildflower-photos-with-emily-persic-2/
LOCATION:Oliver’s Woods\, 8825 River Road\, Indianapolis\, United States
CATEGORIES:Naturalist Program
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://conservingindiana.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Wildflower-Header.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Central Indiana Land Trust":MAILTO:smiller@conservingindiana.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230518T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230518T213000
DTSTAMP:20260409T065951
CREATED:20230417T173420Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230417T173420Z
UID:10000078-1684438200-1684445400@conservingindiana.org
SUMMARY:Smartphone Secrets for Great Wildflower Photos with Emily Persic
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Golden Hour Summer Series at  Oliver’s Woods. In May\, we’ll learn about wildflower photography. \nLearn to capture wildflower images like a pro—using only your smartphone. The warm light of the Golden Hour is ideal for nature photography. Emily Persic of Raincliffs Photography will share secrets for getting that perfect closeup shot. \nAll Ages \nPlease RSVP so we know to expect you. \nWhat to Expect and Bring: \n\nMake sure your cell phone is charged.\nIf you have a headlamp\, please bring it. We will have a few available to share with the group.\nDress for the weather and be sure to wear pants thick enough to stand up to thorns\, brush\, poison ivy\, ticks\, and mosquitos (unfortunately leggings aren’t very protective).\nWear closed-toed shoes that can stand up to mud.\n\nDirections: Oliver’s Woods is located at 8825 River Road Indianapolis\, Indiana. Please park in the parking lot adjacent to I-465 and follow the trail to the discussion circle. Please plan to arrive on time. \nMore information on Emily Persic and her work can be found at raincliffsphotography.com.
URL:https://conservingindiana.org/event/smartphone-secrets-for-great-wildflower-photos-with-emily-persic/
LOCATION:Oliver’s Woods\, 8825 River Road\, Indianapolis\, United States
CATEGORIES:Naturalist Program
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ORGANIZER;CN="Central Indiana Land Trust":MAILTO:smiller@conservingindiana.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230517T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230517T130000
DTSTAMP:20260409T065951
CREATED:20230321T195353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230321T195353Z
UID:10000203-1684317600-1684328400@conservingindiana.org
SUMMARY:Tree Planting at Meltzer Woods Nature Preserve Addition in Shelby County
DESCRIPTION:Join us to plant trees in the Meltzer Woods Nature Preserve Lawrence and Martha Meltzer Spalding Addition \nAll Ages \nPlease RSVP so we know to expect you. \nWhat to Expect and Bring: \n• Dress in long pants thick enough to stand up to thorns\, brush\, poison ivy\, ticks\, and mosquitos (unfortunately leggings aren’t very protective). \n• Bring gardening or work gloves. If you don’t have gloves\, we will provide some. \n• Wear closed-toe shoes and clothes you don’t mind getting dirty. \n• Dress for the weather as we will work rain or shine. \n• Bring your own water bottle. \nDirections: \nMeltzer Woods is located near Shelbyville and is a short 35 minute drive from Indianapolis. From Indianapolis\, take I74 E to IN 244 E\, then turn left onto S 600 East. Staff will meet you in the parking lot. Map: @Meltzer Woods
URL:https://conservingindiana.org/event/6213-2/
LOCATION:Meltzer Woods\, 1522 S 600 E\, Shelbyville\, IN\, 46176\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteer event
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://conservingindiana.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Tree-Plant-header.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Central Indiana Land Trust":MAILTO:smiller@conservingindiana.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230517T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230517T130000
DTSTAMP:20260409T065951
CREATED:20230321T195353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230321T195353Z
UID:10000077-1684317600-1684328400@conservingindiana.org
SUMMARY:Tree Planting at Meltzer Woods Nature Preserve Addition in Shelby County
DESCRIPTION:Join us to plant trees in the Meltzer Woods Nature Preserve Lawrence and Martha Meltzer Spalding Addition \nAll Ages \nPlease RSVP so we know to expect you. \nWhat to Expect and Bring: \n• Dress in long pants thick enough to stand up to thorns\, brush\, poison ivy\, ticks\, and mosquitos (unfortunately leggings aren’t very protective). \n• Bring gardening or work gloves. If you don’t have gloves\, we will provide some. \n• Wear closed-toe shoes and clothes you don’t mind getting dirty. \n• Dress for the weather as we will work rain or shine. \n• Bring your own water bottle. \nDirections: \nMeltzer Woods is located near Shelbyville and is a short 35 minute drive from Indianapolis. From Indianapolis\, take I74 E to IN 244 E\, then turn left onto S 600 East. Staff will meet you in the parking lot. Map: @Meltzer Woods
URL:https://conservingindiana.org/event/6213/
LOCATION:Meltzer Woods\, 1522 S 600 E\, Shelbyville\, IN\, 46176\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteer event
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://conservingindiana.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Tree-Plant-header.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Central Indiana Land Trust":MAILTO:smiller@conservingindiana.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230516T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230516T093000
DTSTAMP:20260409T065951
CREATED:20230315T203625Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230315T203625Z
UID:10000074-1684222200-1684229400@conservingindiana.org
SUMMARY:Tuesday Morning Birding Walks with an Expert - May 16
DESCRIPTION:Join an expert birder to go birdwatching in White River Bluffs Nature Preserve! \n\n\nCentral Indiana Land Trust’s nature preserves offer a safe harbor for countless bird species. We’re teaming up with expert birder Rob Ripma\, co-owner of Sabrewing Nature Tours\, for this series. This is a rare chance to enjoy guided birding tours of our region’s most biodiverse places. Join us to search for migratory birds and year-round avian residents. We will likely train our binoculars on waterbirds\, orioles\, bluebirds\, flycatchers\, raptors\, migratory warblers—and many more. \nWe’ll visit a variety of nature preserves\, exploring woodlands\, meadows\, streams\, and river frontage managed by Central Indiana Land Trust. \nAll are welcome\, including people with no birding experience. The best way to get started is to go with a seasoned guide like Rob. \nAll ages \nFree of Charge – RSVP required \nWhat to Expect and Bring: \n\nScope or binoculars. We will have a small quantity to share with the group.\nDress for the weather and be sure to wear pants thick enough to stand up to thorns\, brush\, poison ivy\, ticks\, and mosquitos (unfortunately leggings aren’t very protective).\nWear closed-toed shoes that can stand up to mud.\n\nRSVP \nPlease click here to preregister via Eventbrite so we know to expect you. \nDirections: \nWhite River Bluffs Nature Preserve is located adjacent to Highland Golf and Country Club\, 1050 West 52nd Street Indianapolis\, Indiana. Parking is by the tennis courts to the north of the club house. Our staff will meet you there. See attached map. \n \n\n  \nMore Information: \nLearn more about Rob Ripma and Sabrewing Nature Tours. \n“I’ve been birding in Indiana since I was a teenager and can say without a doubt that there’s no more thrilling time to birdwatch in our state than during spring migration. During the month of May\, the pace of migration picks up\, and there are new and amazing things to see every day. CILTI properties and other local natural areas are stopover sites that are critical to birds’ ability to feed and prepare for their next flight north.” –Rob Ripma\, in “The Greatest Spectacle in Birding\,” written for our spring 2021 newsmagazine
URL:https://conservingindiana.org/event/tuesday-morning-birding-walks-with-an-expert-may-16/
LOCATION:White River Bluffs\, 1050 West 52nd Street\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46228\, United States
CATEGORIES:Naturalist Program
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://conservingindiana.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Birding-Series-Image-2-scaled-1.jpeg
ORGANIZER;CN="Central Indiana Land Trust":MAILTO:smiller@conservingindiana.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230516T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230516T093000
DTSTAMP:20260409T065951
CREATED:20230315T203625Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230315T203625Z
UID:10000200-1684222200-1684229400@conservingindiana.org
SUMMARY:Tuesday Morning Birding Walks with an Expert - May 16
DESCRIPTION:Join an expert birder to go birdwatching in White River Bluffs Nature Preserve! \n\n\nCentral Indiana Land Trust’s nature preserves offer a safe harbor for countless bird species. We’re teaming up with expert birder Rob Ripma\, co-owner of Sabrewing Nature Tours\, for this series. This is a rare chance to enjoy guided birding tours of our region’s most biodiverse places. Join us to search for migratory birds and year-round avian residents. We will likely train our binoculars on waterbirds\, orioles\, bluebirds\, flycatchers\, raptors\, migratory warblers—and many more. \nWe’ll visit a variety of nature preserves\, exploring woodlands\, meadows\, streams\, and river frontage managed by Central Indiana Land Trust. \nAll are welcome\, including people with no birding experience. The best way to get started is to go with a seasoned guide like Rob. \nAll ages \nFree of Charge – RSVP required \nWhat to Expect and Bring: \n\nScope or binoculars. We will have a small quantity to share with the group.\nDress for the weather and be sure to wear pants thick enough to stand up to thorns\, brush\, poison ivy\, ticks\, and mosquitos (unfortunately leggings aren’t very protective).\nWear closed-toed shoes that can stand up to mud.\n\nRSVP \nPlease click here to preregister via Eventbrite so we know to expect you. \nDirections: \nWhite River Bluffs Nature Preserve is located adjacent to Highland Golf and Country Club\, 1050 West 52nd Street Indianapolis\, Indiana. Parking is by the tennis courts to the north of the club house. Our staff will meet you there. See attached map. \n \n\n  \nMore Information: \nLearn more about Rob Ripma and Sabrewing Nature Tours. \n“I’ve been birding in Indiana since I was a teenager and can say without a doubt that there’s no more thrilling time to birdwatch in our state than during spring migration. During the month of May\, the pace of migration picks up\, and there are new and amazing things to see every day. CILTI properties and other local natural areas are stopover sites that are critical to birds’ ability to feed and prepare for their next flight north.” –Rob Ripma\, in “The Greatest Spectacle in Birding\,” written for our spring 2021 newsmagazine
URL:https://conservingindiana.org/event/tuesday-morning-birding-walks-with-an-expert-may-16-2/
LOCATION:White River Bluffs\, 1050 West 52nd Street\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46228\, United States
CATEGORIES:Naturalist Program
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://conservingindiana.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Birding-Series-Image-2-scaled-1.jpeg
ORGANIZER;CN="Central Indiana Land Trust":MAILTO:smiller@conservingindiana.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230513T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230513T130000
DTSTAMP:20260409T065951
CREATED:20230321T194409Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230321T194409Z
UID:10000202-1683972000-1683982800@conservingindiana.org
SUMMARY:Tree Planting at Meltzer Woods Nature Preserve Addition in Shelby County
DESCRIPTION:Join us to plant trees in the Meltzer Woods Nature Preserve Lawrence and Martha Meltzer Spalding Addition \nAll Ages \nPlease RSVP so we know to expect you. \nWhat to Expect and Bring: \n• Dress in long pants thick enough to stand up to thorns\, brush\, poison ivy\, ticks\, and mosquitos (unfortunately leggings aren’t very protective). \n• Bring gardening or work gloves. If you don’t have gloves\, we will provide some. \n• Wear closed-toe shoes and clothes you don’t mind getting dirty. \n• Dress for the weather as we will work rain or shine. \n• Bring your own water bottle. \nDirections: \nMeltzer Woods is located near Shelbyville and is a short 35 minute drive from Indianapolis. From Indianapolis\, take I74 E to IN 244 E\, then turn left onto S 600 East. Staff will meet you in the parking lot. Map: @Meltzer Woods
URL:https://conservingindiana.org/event/tree-planting-at-meltzer-woods-nature-preserve-addition-in-shelby-county-2/
LOCATION:Meltzer Woods\, 1522 S 600 E\, Shelbyville\, IN\, 46176\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteer event
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://conservingindiana.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Tree-Plant-header.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Central Indiana Land Trust":MAILTO:smiller@conservingindiana.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230513T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230513T130000
DTSTAMP:20260409T065951
CREATED:20230321T194409Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230321T194409Z
UID:10000076-1683972000-1683982800@conservingindiana.org
SUMMARY:Tree Planting at Meltzer Woods Nature Preserve Addition in Shelby County
DESCRIPTION:Join us to plant trees in the Meltzer Woods Nature Preserve Lawrence and Martha Meltzer Spalding Addition \nAll Ages \nPlease RSVP so we know to expect you. \nWhat to Expect and Bring: \n• Dress in long pants thick enough to stand up to thorns\, brush\, poison ivy\, ticks\, and mosquitos (unfortunately leggings aren’t very protective). \n• Bring gardening or work gloves. If you don’t have gloves\, we will provide some. \n• Wear closed-toe shoes and clothes you don’t mind getting dirty. \n• Dress for the weather as we will work rain or shine. \n• Bring your own water bottle. \nDirections: \nMeltzer Woods is located near Shelbyville and is a short 35 minute drive from Indianapolis. From Indianapolis\, take I74 E to IN 244 E\, then turn left onto S 600 East. Staff will meet you in the parking lot. Map: @Meltzer Woods
URL:https://conservingindiana.org/event/tree-planting-at-meltzer-woods-nature-preserve-addition-in-shelby-county/
LOCATION:Meltzer Woods\, 1522 S 600 E\, Shelbyville\, IN\, 46176\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteer event
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://conservingindiana.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Tree-Plant-header.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Central Indiana Land Trust":MAILTO:smiller@conservingindiana.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230509T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230509T100000
DTSTAMP:20260409T065951
CREATED:20230315T190025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230315T190025Z
UID:10000073-1683619200-1683626400@conservingindiana.org
SUMMARY:Tuesday Morning Birding Walks with an Expert - May 9
DESCRIPTION:Join CILTI’s President & Chief Executive Officer\, Cliff Chapman\, to go birdwatching in Oliver’s Woods Nature Preserve! \n\n\nCentral Indiana Land Trust’s nature preserves offer safe harbor for countless bird species. This week join CILTI’s President and CEO for a guided birding tour of Oliver’s Woods\, where we’ll search for migratory birds and year-round avian residents. We will likely train our binoculars on waterbirds\, orioles\, bluebirds\, flycatchers\, raptors\, migratory warblers—and many more. \nWe’ll visit a variety of nature preserves\, exploring woodlands\, meadows\, streams\, and river frontage managed by Central Indiana Land Trust. \nAll are welcome\, including people with no birding experience. The best way to get started is to go with a seasoned guide like. \nAll ages \nFree of Charge – RSVP required \nWhat to Expect and Bring: \n\nPlease note this week the Birding Walk will start at 8:00 am.\nScope or binoculars. We will have a small quantity to share with the group.\nDress for the weather and be sure to wear pants thick enough to stand up to thorns\, brush\, poison ivy\, ticks\, and mosquitos (unfortunately leggings aren’t very protective).\nWear closed-toed shoes that can stand up to mud.\n\nRSVP \nPlease click here to preregister via Eventbrite so we know to expect you. \nDirections: \nOliver’s Woods is located at 8825 River Road Indianapolis\, Indiana. Please park in the parking lot adjacent to I-465 and follow the trail to the discussion circle. Please plan to arrive on time.
URL:https://conservingindiana.org/event/tuesday-morning-birding-walks-with-an-expert-may-9/
LOCATION:Oliver’s Woods\, 8825 River Road\, Indianapolis\, United States
CATEGORIES:Naturalist Program
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://conservingindiana.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Birding-Series-Image-2-scaled-1.jpeg
ORGANIZER;CN="Central Indiana Land Trust":MAILTO:smiller@conservingindiana.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230509T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230509T100000
DTSTAMP:20260409T065951
CREATED:20230315T190025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230315T190025Z
UID:10000199-1683619200-1683626400@conservingindiana.org
SUMMARY:Tuesday Morning Birding Walks with an Expert - May 9
DESCRIPTION:Join CILTI’s President & Chief Executive Officer\, Cliff Chapman\, to go birdwatching in Oliver’s Woods Nature Preserve! \n\n\nCentral Indiana Land Trust’s nature preserves offer safe harbor for countless bird species. This week join CILTI’s President and CEO for a guided birding tour of Oliver’s Woods\, where we’ll search for migratory birds and year-round avian residents. We will likely train our binoculars on waterbirds\, orioles\, bluebirds\, flycatchers\, raptors\, migratory warblers—and many more. \nWe’ll visit a variety of nature preserves\, exploring woodlands\, meadows\, streams\, and river frontage managed by Central Indiana Land Trust. \nAll are welcome\, including people with no birding experience. The best way to get started is to go with a seasoned guide like. \nAll ages \nFree of Charge – RSVP required \nWhat to Expect and Bring: \n\nPlease note this week the Birding Walk will start at 8:00 am.\nScope or binoculars. We will have a small quantity to share with the group.\nDress for the weather and be sure to wear pants thick enough to stand up to thorns\, brush\, poison ivy\, ticks\, and mosquitos (unfortunately leggings aren’t very protective).\nWear closed-toed shoes that can stand up to mud.\n\nRSVP \nPlease click here to preregister via Eventbrite so we know to expect you. \nDirections: \nOliver’s Woods is located at 8825 River Road Indianapolis\, Indiana. Please park in the parking lot adjacent to I-465 and follow the trail to the discussion circle. Please plan to arrive on time.
URL:https://conservingindiana.org/event/tuesday-morning-birding-walks-with-an-expert-may-9-2/
LOCATION:Oliver’s Woods\, 8825 River Road\, Indianapolis\, United States
CATEGORIES:Naturalist Program
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ORGANIZER;CN="Central Indiana Land Trust":MAILTO:smiller@conservingindiana.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230507T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230507T150000
DTSTAMP:20260409T065951
CREATED:20230418T161807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230418T161807Z
UID:10000083-1683464400-1683471600@conservingindiana.org
SUMMARY:White River Alliance RAFT Open House at Oliver's Woods
DESCRIPTION:Come learn about White River Alliance’s River Assessment Field Team (RAFT) at Oliver’s Woods. \n\n\n\n\nJoin the White River Alliance’s River Assessment Field Team (RAFT) at a drop-in open house where you can learn about water science. At the RAFT demo station by the canoe launch\, you test your citizen science skills! Try water quality testing demos\, put on waders\, and learn more about the river whose watershed encompasses nearly 2 million acres in Central Indiana. This is a family-friendly event. \nYou are also welcome to explore Oliver’s Woods trails at your leisure. Find the chronolog station along Carmel Creek\, where you can contribute a photo to a timelapse compilation. Look for bald eagles over the White River and wildflowers in bloom in the forest. Spring is the best time to visit this preserve! \nAll Ages \nNo RSVP required. Optional: preregister to receive an email reminder. \nWhat to Expect and Bring: \n\nBring your curiosity and questions about the White River\, water quality\, and the science of water analysis.\nBring/wear socks for trying on waders.\nWear closed-toed shoes that can stand up to mud.\n\nDirections: Oliver’s Woods is located at 8825 River Road Indianapolis\, Indiana. Please park in the parking lot adjacent to I-465. A table will be set up by the river at the canoe launch. \nMore Information: Learn more about the White River Alliance and what the RAFT program is all about here: White River Alliance RAFT
URL:https://conservingindiana.org/event/white-river-alliance-raft-open-house-at-olivers-woods/
LOCATION:Oliver’s Woods\, 8825 River Road\, Indianapolis\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Science
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://conservingindiana.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/RAFT-2-e1681834633934.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230507T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230507T150000
DTSTAMP:20260409T065951
CREATED:20230418T161807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230418T161807Z
UID:10000209-1683464400-1683471600@conservingindiana.org
SUMMARY:White River Alliance RAFT Open House at Oliver's Woods
DESCRIPTION:Come learn about White River Alliance’s River Assessment Field Team (RAFT) at Oliver’s Woods. \n\n\n\n\nJoin the White River Alliance’s River Assessment Field Team (RAFT) at a drop-in open house where you can learn about water science. At the RAFT demo station by the canoe launch\, you test your citizen science skills! Try water quality testing demos\, put on waders\, and learn more about the river whose watershed encompasses nearly 2 million acres in Central Indiana. This is a family-friendly event. \nYou are also welcome to explore Oliver’s Woods trails at your leisure. Find the chronolog station along Carmel Creek\, where you can contribute a photo to a timelapse compilation. Look for bald eagles over the White River and wildflowers in bloom in the forest. Spring is the best time to visit this preserve! \nAll Ages \nNo RSVP required. Optional: preregister to receive an email reminder. \nWhat to Expect and Bring: \n\nBring your curiosity and questions about the White River\, water quality\, and the science of water analysis.\nBring/wear socks for trying on waders.\nWear closed-toed shoes that can stand up to mud.\n\nDirections: Oliver’s Woods is located at 8825 River Road Indianapolis\, Indiana. Please park in the parking lot adjacent to I-465. A table will be set up by the river at the canoe launch. \nMore Information: Learn more about the White River Alliance and what the RAFT program is all about here: White River Alliance RAFT
URL:https://conservingindiana.org/event/white-river-alliance-raft-open-house-at-olivers-woods-2/
LOCATION:Oliver’s Woods\, 8825 River Road\, Indianapolis\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Science
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://conservingindiana.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/RAFT-2-e1681834633934.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230503T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230503T130000
DTSTAMP:20260409T065951
CREATED:20230227T212616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230227T212616Z
UID:10000067-1683108000-1683118800@conservingindiana.org
SUMMARY:Help Pull Garlic Mustard and other invasive plants at Meltzer Woods
DESCRIPTION:We need your help pulling garlic mustard and other invasive plants at Meltzer Woods Nature Preserve so we can welcome back the native plants. \nAbout this event\nAll Ages \nPlease RSVP (so we know to expect you) \nWhat to Expect and Bring \n• Volunteers will remove the plants and roots by hand. Dress in long pants thick enough to stand up to thorns\, brush\, poison ivy\, ticks\, and mosquitos (unfortunately leggings aren’t very protective). \n• Bring gardening or work gloves. If you don’t have gloves\, we will provide some. \n• Wear clothes you don’t mind getting dirty. \n• Wear closed-toed shoes that can stand up to mud. \n• Dress for the weather as we will work rain or shine. \nDirections \nMeltzer Woods is located near Shelbyville and is a short 35 minute drive from Indianapolis. From Indianapolis\, take I74 E to IN 244 E\, then turn left onto S 600 East. Staff will meet you in the parking lot. Map: @Meltzer Woods \nWhat else can I do? \nAfter visiting an area that has invasive weeds present\, clean up before you leave the site. Make sure your clothes\, boots\, vehicles\, and pets are seed free. Use plants native to Central Indiana in your yard and garden.
URL:https://conservingindiana.org/event/help-pull-garlic-mustard-and-other-invasive-plants-at-meltzer-woods/2023-05-03/
LOCATION:Meltzer Woods\, 1522 S 600 E\, Shelbyville\, IN\, 46176\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteer event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Central Indiana Land Trust":MAILTO:smiller@conservingindiana.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230503T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230503T130000
DTSTAMP:20260409T065951
CREATED:20230227T212616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230227T212616Z
UID:10000193-1683108000-1683118800@conservingindiana.org
SUMMARY:Help Pull Garlic Mustard and other invasive plants at Meltzer Woods
DESCRIPTION:We need your help pulling garlic mustard and other invasive plants at Meltzer Woods Nature Preserve so we can welcome back the native plants. \nAbout this event\nAll Ages \nPlease RSVP (so we know to expect you) \nWhat to Expect and Bring \n• Volunteers will remove the plants and roots by hand. Dress in long pants thick enough to stand up to thorns\, brush\, poison ivy\, ticks\, and mosquitos (unfortunately leggings aren’t very protective). \n• Bring gardening or work gloves. If you don’t have gloves\, we will provide some. \n• Wear clothes you don’t mind getting dirty. \n• Wear closed-toed shoes that can stand up to mud. \n• Dress for the weather as we will work rain or shine. \nDirections \nMeltzer Woods is located near Shelbyville and is a short 35 minute drive from Indianapolis. From Indianapolis\, take I74 E to IN 244 E\, then turn left onto S 600 East. Staff will meet you in the parking lot. Map: @Meltzer Woods \nWhat else can I do? \nAfter visiting an area that has invasive weeds present\, clean up before you leave the site. Make sure your clothes\, boots\, vehicles\, and pets are seed free. Use plants native to Central Indiana in your yard and garden.
URL:https://conservingindiana.org/event/help-pull-garlic-mustard-and-other-invasive-plants-at-meltzer-woods-2/2023-05-03/
LOCATION:Meltzer Woods\, 1522 S 600 E\, Shelbyville\, IN\, 46176\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteer event
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://conservingindiana.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Meltzer-Invasive-Pull-header.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Central Indiana Land Trust":MAILTO:smiller@conservingindiana.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230502T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230502T093000
DTSTAMP:20260409T065951
CREATED:20230315T185117Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230315T185117Z
UID:10000072-1683012600-1683019800@conservingindiana.org
SUMMARY:Tuesday Morning Birding Walks with an Expert - May 2
DESCRIPTION:Join an expert birder to go birdwatching in Oliver’s Woods Nature Preserve! \n\n\nCentral Indiana Land Trust’s nature preserves offer a safe harbor for countless bird species. We’re teaming up with expert birder Rob Ripma\, co-owner of Sabrewing Nature Tours\, for this series. This is a rare chance to enjoy guided birding tours of our region’s most biodiverse places. Join us to search for migratory birds and year-round avian residents. We will likely train our binoculars on waterbirds\, orioles\, bluebirds\, flycatchers\, raptors\, migratory warblers—and many more. \nWe’ll visit a variety of nature preserves\, exploring woodlands\, meadows\, streams\, and river frontage managed by Central Indiana Land Trust. \nAll are welcome\, including people with no birding experience. The best way to get started is to go with a seasoned guide like Rob. \nAll ages \nFree of Charge – RSVP required \nWhat to Expect and Bring: \n\nScope or binoculars. We will have a small quantity to share with the group.\nDress for the weather and be sure to wear pants thick enough to stand up to thorns\, brush\, poison ivy\, ticks\, and mosquitos (unfortunately leggings aren’t very protective).\nWear closed-toed shoes that can stand up to mud.\n\nRSVP \nPlease click here to preregister via Eventbrite so we know to expect you. \nDirections: \nOliver’s Woods is located at 8825 River Road Indianapolis\, Indiana. Please park in the parking lot adjacent to I-465 and follow the trail to the discussion circle. Please plan to arrive on time. \nMore Information: \nLearn more about Rob Ripma and Sabrewing Nature Tours. \n“I’ve been birding in Indiana since I was a teenager and can say without a doubt that there’s no more thrilling time to birdwatch in our state than during spring migration. During the month of May\, the pace of migration picks up\, and there are new and amazing things to see every day. CILTI properties and other local natural areas are stopover sites that are critical to birds’ ability to feed and prepare for their next flight north.” –Rob Ripma\, in “The Greatest Spectacle in Birding\,” written for our spring 2021 newsmagazine
URL:https://conservingindiana.org/event/tuesday-morning-birding-walks-with-an-expert-may-2/
LOCATION:Oliver’s Woods\, 8825 River Road\, Indianapolis\, United States
CATEGORIES:Naturalist Program
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UID:10000198-1683012600-1683019800@conservingindiana.org
SUMMARY:Tuesday Morning Birding Walks with an Expert - May 2
DESCRIPTION:Join an expert birder to go birdwatching in Oliver’s Woods Nature Preserve! \n\n\nCentral Indiana Land Trust’s nature preserves offer a safe harbor for countless bird species. We’re teaming up with expert birder Rob Ripma\, co-owner of Sabrewing Nature Tours\, for this series. This is a rare chance to enjoy guided birding tours of our region’s most biodiverse places. Join us to search for migratory birds and year-round avian residents. We will likely train our binoculars on waterbirds\, orioles\, bluebirds\, flycatchers\, raptors\, migratory warblers—and many more. \nWe’ll visit a variety of nature preserves\, exploring woodlands\, meadows\, streams\, and river frontage managed by Central Indiana Land Trust. \nAll are welcome\, including people with no birding experience. The best way to get started is to go with a seasoned guide like Rob. \nAll ages \nFree of Charge – RSVP required \nWhat to Expect and Bring: \n\nScope or binoculars. We will have a small quantity to share with the group.\nDress for the weather and be sure to wear pants thick enough to stand up to thorns\, brush\, poison ivy\, ticks\, and mosquitos (unfortunately leggings aren’t very protective).\nWear closed-toed shoes that can stand up to mud.\n\nRSVP \nPlease click here to preregister via Eventbrite so we know to expect you. \nDirections: \nOliver’s Woods is located at 8825 River Road Indianapolis\, Indiana. Please park in the parking lot adjacent to I-465 and follow the trail to the discussion circle. Please plan to arrive on time. \nMore Information: \nLearn more about Rob Ripma and Sabrewing Nature Tours. \n“I’ve been birding in Indiana since I was a teenager and can say without a doubt that there’s no more thrilling time to birdwatch in our state than during spring migration. During the month of May\, the pace of migration picks up\, and there are new and amazing things to see every day. CILTI properties and other local natural areas are stopover sites that are critical to birds’ ability to feed and prepare for their next flight north.” –Rob Ripma\, in “The Greatest Spectacle in Birding\,” written for our spring 2021 newsmagazine
URL:https://conservingindiana.org/event/tuesday-morning-birding-walks-with-an-expert-may-2-2/
LOCATION:Oliver’s Woods\, 8825 River Road\, Indianapolis\, United States
CATEGORIES:Naturalist Program
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ORGANIZER;CN="Central Indiana Land Trust":MAILTO:smiller@conservingindiana.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230426T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230426T130000
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SUMMARY:Help Pull Garlic Mustard and other invasive plants at Meltzer Woods
DESCRIPTION:We need your help pulling garlic mustard and other invasive plants at Meltzer Woods Nature Preserve so we can welcome back the native plants. \nAbout this event\nAll Ages \nPlease RSVP (so we know to expect you) \nWhat to Expect and Bring \n• Volunteers will remove the plants and roots by hand. Dress in long pants thick enough to stand up to thorns\, brush\, poison ivy\, ticks\, and mosquitos (unfortunately leggings aren’t very protective). \n• Bring gardening or work gloves. If you don’t have gloves\, we will provide some. \n• Wear clothes you don’t mind getting dirty. \n• Wear closed-toed shoes that can stand up to mud. \n• Dress for the weather as we will work rain or shine. \nDirections \nMeltzer Woods is located near Shelbyville and is a short 35 minute drive from Indianapolis. From Indianapolis\, take I74 E to IN 244 E\, then turn left onto S 600 East. Staff will meet you in the parking lot. Map: @Meltzer Woods \nWhat else can I do? \nAfter visiting an area that has invasive weeds present\, clean up before you leave the site. Make sure your clothes\, boots\, vehicles\, and pets are seed free. Use plants native to Central Indiana in your yard and garden.
URL:https://conservingindiana.org/event/help-pull-garlic-mustard-and-other-invasive-plants-at-meltzer-woods/2023-04-26/
LOCATION:Meltzer Woods\, 1522 S 600 E\, Shelbyville\, IN\, 46176\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteer event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Central Indiana Land Trust":MAILTO:smiller@conservingindiana.org
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SUMMARY:Help Pull Garlic Mustard and other invasive plants at Meltzer Woods
DESCRIPTION:We need your help pulling garlic mustard and other invasive plants at Meltzer Woods Nature Preserve so we can welcome back the native plants. \nAbout this event\nAll Ages \nPlease RSVP (so we know to expect you) \nWhat to Expect and Bring \n• Volunteers will remove the plants and roots by hand. Dress in long pants thick enough to stand up to thorns\, brush\, poison ivy\, ticks\, and mosquitos (unfortunately leggings aren’t very protective). \n• Bring gardening or work gloves. If you don’t have gloves\, we will provide some. \n• Wear clothes you don’t mind getting dirty. \n• Wear closed-toed shoes that can stand up to mud. \n• Dress for the weather as we will work rain or shine. \nDirections \nMeltzer Woods is located near Shelbyville and is a short 35 minute drive from Indianapolis. From Indianapolis\, take I74 E to IN 244 E\, then turn left onto S 600 East. Staff will meet you in the parking lot. Map: @Meltzer Woods \nWhat else can I do? \nAfter visiting an area that has invasive weeds present\, clean up before you leave the site. Make sure your clothes\, boots\, vehicles\, and pets are seed free. Use plants native to Central Indiana in your yard and garden.
URL:https://conservingindiana.org/event/help-pull-garlic-mustard-and-other-invasive-plants-at-meltzer-woods-2/2023-04-26/
LOCATION:Meltzer Woods\, 1522 S 600 E\, Shelbyville\, IN\, 46176\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteer event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Central Indiana Land Trust":MAILTO:smiller@conservingindiana.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230420T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230420T193000
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CREATED:20230313T210906Z
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SUMMARY:Volunteer Appreciation Open House at Oliver's Woods
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a volunteer APPRECIATION event to recognize your contributions to our organization. \n\n\nLet us celebrate YOU during National Volunteer Month. This month-long event is celebrated in both Canada and the USA. Although our appreciation lasts all year long\, April is a great time for special recognition! #NationalVolunteerMonth \n\nIf you’ve volunteered for us\, you’re invited and bring your family and friends.\nAll Ages\nPlease RSVP so we know to expect you.\n\nWhat to Expect and Bring: \n\nNo need to bring a thing! We are going to take care of you for a change!\nWe’ll have snacks and drinks.\nAttendees will receive CILTI swag and be entered into a drawing for a CILTI hoodie and more.\n\nDirections: \nOliver’s Woods is located at 8825 River Road Indianapolis\, Indiana. Please park in the parking lot adjacent to I-465 and we’ll meet in the Daugherty House.
URL:https://conservingindiana.org/event/volunteer-appreciation-open-house-at-olivers-woods/
LOCATION:Oliver’s Woods\, 8825 River Road\, Indianapolis\, United States
CATEGORIES:Member Celebration
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ORGANIZER;CN="Central Indiana Land Trust":MAILTO:smiller@conservingindiana.org
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230420T193000
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SUMMARY:Volunteer Appreciation Open House at Oliver's Woods
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a volunteer APPRECIATION event to recognize your contributions to our organization. \n\n\nLet us celebrate YOU during National Volunteer Month. This month-long event is celebrated in both Canada and the USA. Although our appreciation lasts all year long\, April is a great time for special recognition! #NationalVolunteerMonth \n\nIf you’ve volunteered for us\, you’re invited and bring your family and friends.\nAll Ages\nPlease RSVP so we know to expect you.\n\nWhat to Expect and Bring: \n\nNo need to bring a thing! We are going to take care of you for a change!\nWe’ll have snacks and drinks.\nAttendees will receive CILTI swag and be entered into a drawing for a CILTI hoodie and more.\n\nDirections: \nOliver’s Woods is located at 8825 River Road Indianapolis\, Indiana. Please park in the parking lot adjacent to I-465 and we’ll meet in the Daugherty House.
URL:https://conservingindiana.org/event/volunteer-appreciation-open-house-at-olivers-woods-2/
LOCATION:Oliver’s Woods\, 8825 River Road\, Indianapolis\, United States
CATEGORIES:Member Celebration
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ORGANIZER;CN="Central Indiana Land Trust":MAILTO:smiller@conservingindiana.org
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