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SUMMARY:17th annual Spring Wildflower Walk at Burnett Woods
DESCRIPTION:Join our Stewardship team for a walk through the woods and an impressive wildflower display in the heart of Avon\, Indiana. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBurnett Woods is one of the best nature preserves to enjoy spring wildflowers. Your guide will be stewardship specialist Phillip Weldy\, whose keen eye for wildflowers has dressed up our social media feed for several years. We’ve recently added duckboard to the trails in hopes of enabling wet-weather nature walks. \nAll Ages \nFree of Charge – RSVP Required \nWhat to Expect and Bring: \n\nEasy\, 1.5-mile wildflower walk over a flat\, loop trail.\nDress in long pants thick enough to stand up to thorns\, brush\, poison ivy\, ticks\, and mosquitos (unfortunately leggings aren’t very protective). Wear clothes you don’t mind getting dirty.\nWear closed-toed shoes that can stand up to mud.\nAthletic shoes may be too slippery on the duckboards\, if wet.\nPublic restrooms are not available.\nIn case of inclement weather\, check email for updates.\n\nDirections: \nAddress is 8264 E County Road 100 S Avon\, IN 46123. Parking is available at Light and Life Methodist Church\, 8264 E. County Road 100 South\, which is next door to the preserve. Park behind the church in the back row and walk in a southeastern direction across the grass toward the road. The trailhead is near the road\, behind the preserve sign.
URL:https://conservingindiana.org/event/17th-annual-spring-wildflower-walk-at-burnett-woods/
LOCATION:Burnett Woods\, 8264 E. County Road 100 South\, Avon\, IN\, 46123\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hike
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ORGANIZER;CN="Central Indiana Land Trust":MAILTO:sfox@conservingindiana.org
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SUMMARY:Garlic Mustard Erase-A-Thon at Meltzer Woods in Shelby County 4.15
DESCRIPTION:Help us welcome back native plants and wildlife by removing invasive garlic mustard from Meltzer Woods. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSupport the health and resilience of the old growth forest by helping with invasive plant removal. Meltzer Woods is a National Natural Landmark and one of our most beloved preserves. \nAll Ages \nPlease RSVP so we know to expect you. \nWhat to Expect and Bring: \n\nVolunteers will remove plants by hand.\nThe terrain at this preserve is considered moderate.\nDress in long pants thick enough to stand up to thorns\, brush\, poison ivy\, ticks\, and mosquitos (unfortunately leggings aren’t very protective). Wear clothes you don’t mind getting dirty.\nWear closed-toed shoes that can stand up to mud.\nBring gardening or work gloves. If you don’t have gloves\, we will provide some.\nDress for the weather as we will work rain or shine.\nPublic restrooms are not available.\nIn case of inclement weather\, check email for updates.\n\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 \nJoin us for other Garlic Mustard Erase-A-Thon Events at Meltzer: \n\nApril 8 Erase-A-Thon\nApril 15 Erase-A-Thon\nApril 22 Erase-A-Thon\n\nMore on Garlic Mustard (Alliaria petiolata) \nIt is an invasive plant species that spreads into high-quality woodlands\, upland and floodplain forests\, not just into disturbed areas. Garlic mustard alters habitat suitability for native plants\, insects\, and thereby birds and mammals. \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/garlic-mustard-erase-a-thon-at-meltzer-woods-in-shelby-county-4-15/
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:sfox@conservingindiana.org
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SUMMARY:Garlic Mustard Erase-A-Thon at Betley Woods in Johnson County 4.16
DESCRIPTION:Help us welcome back native plants and wildlife by removing invasive garlic mustard from Betley Woods at Glacier’s End. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSupport the health and resilience of this beautiful preserve by helping with invasive plant removal. Betley Woods at Glacier’s End is located in one of the most biodiverse forested areas of the state. \nAll Ages \nPlease RSVP so we know to expect you. \nWhat to Expect and Bring: \n\n\n\nVolunteers will remove plants by hand.\nThe terrain at this preserve is considered moderate.\nDress in long pants thick enough to stand up to thorns\, brush\, poison ivy\, ticks\, and mosquitos (unfortunately leggings aren’t very protective). Wear clothes you don’t mind getting dirty.\nWear closed-toed shoes that can stand up to mud.\nBring gardening or work gloves. If you don’t have gloves\, we will provide some.\nDress for the weather as we will work rain or shine.\nPublic restrooms not available.\nIn case of inclement weather\, check email for updates.\n\nLocation: Betley Woods at Glacier’s End \nAddress: 2864 County Road 750 S Trafalger\, Indiana \nMore Garlic Mustard Erase-A-Thon events at Betley Woods: \n\nClick for April 9\nClick for April 16\nClick for April 23\n\nMore on Garlic Mustard (Alliaria petiolata) \nIt is an invasive plant species that spreads into high-quality woodlands\, upland and floodplain forests\, not just into disturbed areas. Garlic mustard alters habitat suitability for native plants\, insects\, and thereby birds and mammals. \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/garlic-mustard-erase-a-thon-at-betley-woods-in-johnson-county-4-16/
LOCATION:Betley Woods at Glacier’s End\, W 750 South\, Trafalgar\, IN\, 46181\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteer event
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SUMMARY:Garlic Mustard Erase-A-Thon at Meltzer Woods in Shelby County 4.22
DESCRIPTION:Help us welcome back native plants and wildlife by removing invasive garlic mustard from Meltzer Woods. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSupport the health and resilience of the old growth forest by helping with invasive plant removal. Meltzer Woods is a National Natural Landmark and one of our most beloved preserves. \nAll Ages \nPlease RSVP so we know to expect you. \nWhat to Expect and Bring: \n\nVolunteers will remove plants by hand.\nThe terrain at this preserve is considered moderate.\nDress in long pants thick enough to stand up to thorns\, brush\, poison ivy\, ticks\, and mosquitos (unfortunately leggings aren’t very protective). Wear clothes you don’t mind getting dirty.\nWear closed-toed shoes that can stand up to mud.\nBring gardening or work gloves. If you don’t have gloves\, we will provide some.\nDress for the weather as we will work rain or shine.\nPublic restrooms are not available.\nIn case of inclement weather\, check email for updates.\n\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 \nJoin us for other Garlic Mustard Erase-A-Thon Events at Meltzer: \n\nApril 8 Erase-A-Thon\nApril 15 Erase-A-Thon\nApril 22 Erase-A-Thon\n\nMore on Garlic Mustard (Alliaria petiolata) \nIt is an invasive plant species that spreads into high-quality woodlands\, upland and floodplain forests\, not just into disturbed areas. Garlic mustard alters habitat suitability for native plants\, insects\, and thereby birds and mammals. \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/garlic-mustard-erase-a-thon-at-meltzer-woods-in-shelby-county-4-22/
LOCATION:Meltzer Woods\, 1522 S 600 E\, Shelbyville\, IN\, 46176\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteer event
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SUMMARY:Garlic Mustard Erase-A-Thon at Betley Woods in Johnson County 4.23
DESCRIPTION:Help us welcome back native plants and wildlife by removing invasive garlic mustard from Betley Woods at Glacier’s End. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSupport the health and resilience of this beautiful preserve by helping with invasive plant removal. Betley Woods at Glacier’s End is located in one of the most biodiverse forested areas of the state. \nAll Ages \nPlease RSVP so we know to expect you. \nWhat to Expect and Bring: \n\n\n\nVolunteers will remove plants by hand.\nThe terrain at this preserve is considered moderate.\nDress in long pants thick enough to stand up to thorns\, brush\, poison ivy\, ticks\, and mosquitos (unfortunately leggings aren’t very protective). Wear clothes you don’t mind getting dirty.\nWear closed-toed shoes that can stand up to mud.\nBring gardening or work gloves. If you don’t have gloves\, we will provide some.\nDress for the weather as we will work rain or shine.\nPublic restrooms not available.\nIn case of inclement weather\, check email for updates.\n\nLocation: Betley Woods at Glacier’s End \nAddress: 2864 County Road 750 S Trafalger\, Indiana \nMore Garlic Mustard Erase-A-Thon events at Betley Woods: \n\nClick for April 9\nClick for April 16\nClick for April 23\n\nMore on Garlic Mustard (Alliaria petiolata) \nIt is an invasive plant species that spreads into high-quality woodlands\, upland and floodplain forests\, not just into disturbed areas. Garlic mustard alters habitat suitability for native plants\, insects\, and thereby birds and mammals. \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/garlic-mustard-erase-a-thon-at-betley-woods-in-johnson-county-4-23/
LOCATION:Betley Woods at Glacier’s End\, W 750 South\, Trafalgar\, IN\, 46181\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteer event
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SUMMARY:The 2025 City Nature Challenge
DESCRIPTION:The 2025 City Nature Challenge is a community science event happening in over 600 cities across the world. Indianapolis (and environs) will be among the cities competing in this international event. Indiana Sciences is coordinating the local effort. \nThe four-day event asks community scientists to find and document as much urban nature as possible in their area. Explore your backyard\, or expand into local playgrounds\, parks\, and nature preserves to look for plants\, insects\, and animals. Document your findings with a photo\, and report them via the iNaturalist website or app. The goal is to develop a new baseline of a city’s biodiversity. \nFind out more here. \nRSVP \nTo register for the event\, you must have an iNaturalist account. After logging in\, click Join from the City Nature Challenge 2025: Indianapolis page. \nParticipating Counties \nThe following counties are included in the Indianapolis City Nature Challenge: \n\nBoone County\nBrown County\nHamilton County\nHancock County\nHendricks County\nJohnson County\nMadison County\nMarion County\nMorgan County\nPutnam County\nShelby County\n\nCILTI’s Involvement \nWe encourage everyone to visit our open nature preserves during this global event (April 25 to 28) and share your observations on iNaturalist. \nPublic preserves that fall within the geographic parameters include: Meltzer Woods\, Nonie Werbe Krauss Nature Preserve\, Oliver’s Woods\, Fred and Dorothy Meyer Nature Preserve\, the Laura Hare Preserve at Blossom Hollow\, and more! Use our Preserves page to plan your visits.
URL:https://conservingindiana.org/event/the-2025-city-nature-challenge/
CATEGORIES:Community Science
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