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SUMMARY:CANCELED - Winter Tree ID Hike at Oliver's Woods
DESCRIPTION:Update: Due to extreme cold in the forecast\, we are canceling this event.\n\nLearn how to distinguish tree species in a winter landscape.\n\n\n\nTrees that shed their leaves have a beauty all their own. Volunteer White River Docents\, along with our stewardship specialist Phillip Weldy\, will lead the walk through this riverine nature preserve. Situated along the White River\, Oliver’s Woods Nature Preserve offers a nature immersion in the midst of a bustling commercial district. \nAll Ages \nWhat to Expect and Bring \n\nEasy\, 0.6-mile hike over a flat\, loop trail.\nFeel free to bring your own binoculars or scope for potential bird viewing.\nDress for the weather\, as we will be outside the entire event.\nNo restroom is available at this site.\n\nDirections \nOliver’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.
URL:https://conservingindiana.org/event/winter-tree-id-hike-at-olivers-woods-3/
LOCATION:Oliver’s Woods\, 8825 River Road\, Indianapolis\, United States
CATEGORIES:Naturalist Program
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ORGANIZER;CN="Central Indiana Land Trust":MAILTO:sfox@conservingindiana.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250918T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250918T193000
DTSTAMP:20260424T124707
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SUMMARY:The Owl Hour: Nature's Nocturnal Hunters with Take Flight! Wildlife
DESCRIPTION:** RSVPs Open August 15 **\nJoin Mark Booth from Take Flight! Wildlife Education to meet several species of live owls up close and learn about these remarkable birds. \n\nAll Ages\n\n\nRSVP is required. The event is limited to 25 people\, including children over 2 years old.\n\n\nTickets are limited to 4 per reservation.\n\nWhat to Expect and Bring: \n\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.\nThis presentation will take place outside in the discussion circle. In case of inclement weather\, we will move the presentation inside the Daugherty House.\n\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: \nThe program is brought to us by Take Flight! Wildlife Education\, an organization offering traveling educational programs for schools\, nature centers and other organizations interested in wildlife and ecology. Take Flight!
URL:https://conservingindiana.org/event/the-owl-hour-natures-nocturnal-hunters-with-take-flight-wildlife/
LOCATION:Oliver’s Woods\, 8825 River Road\, Indianapolis\, United States
CATEGORIES:Naturalist Program
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ORGANIZER;CN="Central Indiana Land Trust":MAILTO:sfox@conservingindiana.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250625T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250625T193000
DTSTAMP:20260424T124707
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SUMMARY:Raptors Revealed with Take Flight Wildlife at Oliver's Woods
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a program featuring the birds of prey that live and hunt in our region. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin Take Flight! Wildlife Education to meet several species of live raptors up close and learn about the amazing adaptations that make these birds so special! Raptors — hawks\, owls\, falcons and their kin — have long held our imagination. See what it’s like to be hawk-eyed or falcon-fast by meeting these magnificent predators up close and hearing the stories of our shared history.\n\nAll Ages \nFree – RSVP Required \nWhat to Expect and Bring: \n\nDress in long pants thick enough to stand up to thorns and brush (unfortunately leggings aren’t very protective).\nWear closed-toed shoes that can stand up to mud.\nThis event will take place outside\, so please dress for the weather.\n\nDirections: \nOliver’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: \nThe program is brought to us by Take Flight! Wildlife Education\, an organization offering traveling educational programs for schools\, nature centers and other organizations interested in wildlife and ecology. Take Flight!
URL:https://conservingindiana.org/event/raptors-revealed-with-take-flight-wildlife-at-olivers-woods/
LOCATION:Oliver’s Woods\, 8825 River Road\, Indianapolis\, United States
CATEGORIES:Naturalist Program
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ORGANIZER;CN="Central Indiana Land Trust":MAILTO:sfox@conservingindiana.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250515T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250515T193000
DTSTAMP:20260424T124707
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250422T200716Z
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SUMMARY:Secrets for Great Wildflower Photos Using Your Smartphone by 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. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRSVP required for all attendees \nWhat to Expect and Bring: \n\nMake sure your cell phone is with you and charged.\nEasy\, 0.6-mile hike 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). Choose clothes you don’t mind getting dirty.\nWear closed-toed shoes that can stand up to mud.\nIn case of rain\, we’ll have the class inside the Daugherty House.\nPublic restrooms not available.\nIn case of inclement weather\, check email for updates.\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/secrets-for-great-wildflower-photos-using-your-smartphone-by-emily-persic/
LOCATION:Oliver’s Woods\, 8825 River Road\, Indianapolis\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art
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ORGANIZER;CN="Central Indiana Land Trust":MAILTO:sfox@conservingindiana.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250514T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250514T120000
DTSTAMP:20260424T124707
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SUMMARY:Wildflower Walk at Oliver’s Woods with our White River Docents
DESCRIPTION:Walk Oliver’s Woods with our docents to see the preserve’s wildflowers in bloom. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOliver’s Woods is home to many spring wildflowers\, including an impressive display of native wild hyacinths. Enjoy a peaceful stroll through this riverine preserve to see what’s blooming in May. \nDetails: \n\nFree of Charge – RSVP Required\nAll Ages Welcome\n\nWhat to Expect and Bring: \n\nAn easy\, 0.6-mile loop hike on flat terrain\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.\nNo public restrooms available on site.\nIn case of inclement weather\, check email for updates.\n\nOliver’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.
URL:https://conservingindiana.org/event/wildflower-walk-at-olivers-woods-with-our-white-river-docents/
LOCATION:Oliver’s Woods\, 8825 River Road\, Indianapolis\, United States
CATEGORIES:Naturalist Program
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250506T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250506T100000
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SUMMARY:Morning Walk with the Birds at Oliver's Woods - 5.6
DESCRIPTION:Join an expert birder to go birdwatching in Oliver’s Woods Nature Preserve! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCentral Indiana Land Trust’s nature preserves offer a safe harbor for countless bird species. We’re teaming up with expert birder Wes Homoya\, Field Ornithologist and Guide for Natural Selections Tours\, for this series. This is a rare chance to enjoy guided birding tours of our region’s most biodiverse places. Join us in searching 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 explore 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 Wes. \n\n\nAll ages \nRSVP required \nWhat to Expect and Bring: \n\nEasy\, 0.6-mile hike over a flat\, loop trail.\nScope or binoculars. We will have a small quantity to share with the group.\nDress in long 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 and clothes your don’t mind getting dirty.\nNo public restrooms available on site.\nIn case of inclement weather\, check email for updates.\n\nMore Information: \nWes Homoya naturalselectionstours.com \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/morning-walk-with-the-birds-at-olivers-woods-5-6/
LOCATION:Oliver’s Woods\, 8825 River Road\, Indianapolis\, United States
CATEGORIES:Naturalist Program
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ORGANIZER;CN="Central Indiana Land Trust":MAILTO:sfox@conservingindiana.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241017T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241017T200000
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SUMMARY:Coexisting with Wildlife\, featuring Becca Orr
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Golden Hour Summer Series at Oliver’s Woods. In October\, we’re featuring wildlife rescue. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n*Tickets will be available on September 1st*\n\nBecca Orr is director and founder of Hoosier Wildlife Rescue and Rehabilitation\, a DNR Licensed 501c3 wildlife rescue. We will gather at the Daugherty House for a presentation about ways we all can support wild populations with native plants\, eco-friendly deterrents\, and natural landscaping. Becca may bring ambassador animals as well. \n\nAll Ages\n\n\nRSVP is required. The event is limited to 25 people\, including children over 2 years old.\n\n\nTickets are limited to 4 per reservation\n\nWhat to Expect and Bring: \n\nWe will meet inside the Daughtery House for this presentation.\n\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: \nBecca Orr is a Hamilton County native who trained at a wildlife center in Bloomington before founding Hoosier Wildlife Rescue and Rehabilitation. Find her organization on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/hoosierwildliferescue. \nMany thanks to our Golden Hour sponsor\, Robert Dietrick Company\, for making this series possible!
URL:https://conservingindiana.org/event/coexisting-with-wildlife-featuring-becca-hamon-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:sfox@conservingindiana.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241017T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241017T200000
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SUMMARY:Coexisting with Wildlife\, featuring Becca Orr
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Golden Hour Summer Series at Oliver’s Woods. In October\, we’re featuring wildlife rescue. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n*Tickets will be available on September 1st*\n\nBecca Orr is director and founder of Hoosier Wildlife Rescue and Rehabilitation\, a DNR Licensed 501c3 wildlife rescue. We will gather at the Daugherty House for a presentation about ways we all can support wild populations with native plants\, eco-friendly deterrents\, and natural landscaping. Becca may bring ambassador animals as well. \n\nAll Ages\n\n\nRSVP is required. The event is limited to 25 people\, including children over 2 years old.\n\n\nTickets are limited to 4 per reservation\n\nWhat to Expect and Bring: \n\nWe will meet inside the Daughtery House for this presentation.\n\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: \nBecca Orr is a Hamilton County native who trained at a wildlife center in Bloomington before founding Hoosier Wildlife Rescue and Rehabilitation. Find her organization on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/hoosierwildliferescue. \nMany thanks to our Golden Hour sponsor\, Robert Dietrick Company\, for making this series possible!
URL:https://conservingindiana.org/event/coexisting-with-wildlife-featuring-becca-hamon/
LOCATION:Oliver’s Woods\, 8825 River Road\, Indianapolis\, United States
CATEGORIES:Naturalist Program
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ORGANIZER;CN="Central Indiana Land Trust":MAILTO:sfox@conservingindiana.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240919T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240919T200000
DTSTAMP:20260424T124707
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240404T134213Z
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SUMMARY:Owls at Oliver’s Woods with Take Flight! Wildlife Education
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Golden Hour Summer Series at Oliver’s Woods. In September\, we’re featuring owls. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n**Tickets will be available on AUGUST 1st**\n\nJoin Mark Booth from Take Flight! Wildlife Education to meet several species of live owls up close and learn about these remarkable birds. \n\nAll Ages\n\n\nRSVP is required. The event is limited to 25 people\, including children over 2 years old.\n\n\nTickets are limited to 4 per reservation.\n\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.\n\n\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).\n\n\nWear closed-toed shoes that can stand up to mud.\n\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: \nThe program is brought to us by Take Flight! Wildlife Education\, an organization offering traveling educational programs for schools\, nature centers and other organizations interested in wildlife and ecology. Take Flight! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMany thanks to our Golden Hour sponsor\, Robert Dietrick Company\, for making this series possible!
URL:https://conservingindiana.org/event/owls-at-olivers-woods-with-take-flight-wildlife-education-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:sfox@conservingindiana.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240919T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240919T200000
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SUMMARY:Owls at Oliver’s Woods with Take Flight! Wildlife Education
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Golden Hour Summer Series at Oliver’s Woods. In September\, we’re featuring owls. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n**Tickets will be available on AUGUST 1st**\n\nJoin Mark Booth from Take Flight! Wildlife Education to meet several species of live owls up close and learn about these remarkable birds. \n\nAll Ages\n\n\nRSVP is required. The event is limited to 25 people\, including children over 2 years old.\n\n\nTickets are limited to 4 per reservation.\n\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.\n\n\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).\n\n\nWear closed-toed shoes that can stand up to mud.\n\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: \nThe program is brought to us by Take Flight! Wildlife Education\, an organization offering traveling educational programs for schools\, nature centers and other organizations interested in wildlife and ecology. Take Flight! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMany thanks to our Golden Hour sponsor\, Robert Dietrick Company\, for making this series possible!
URL:https://conservingindiana.org/event/owls-at-olivers-woods-with-take-flight-wildlife-education-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:sfox@conservingindiana.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240815T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240815T200000
DTSTAMP:20260424T124707
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240404T134225Z
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SUMMARY:Secrets of the Bats\, with Dr. Tim Carter\, Ball State University
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Golden Hour Summer Series at Oliver’s Woods. In August\, we’re featuring bats. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n** Tickets will be available on JULY 1st**\n\nLearn all about bats from wildlife biologist Dr. Tim Carter and his “ambassador bats\,” Chocolate and Petunia. We will gather for a presentation inside Daughtery House\, then experience the preserve in a whole new way—with bat detection equipment that picks up the ultrasonic calls of bats. Don’t miss this rare chance to meet bats up close and personal\, as well as listen for bats in the preserve. \n\nAll Ages\nRSVP is required. The event is limited to 25 people\, including children over 2 years old.\nTickets are limited to 4 per reservation.\n\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 meet staff at Daughtery House. Please plan to arrive on time. \nMore Information: Dr. Tim Carter is the Director of Field Stations and Environmental Education Center and Professor of Biology at Ball State University. He serves as curator for the Ball State University Mammalogy Collection. He has extensively studied the federally endangered Indiana bat (Myotis sodalis) with a focus on identifying and delineating critical summer habitats as well as examining winter hibernation habitats. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMany thanks to our Golden Hour sponsor\, Robert Dietrick Company\, for making this series possible!
URL:https://conservingindiana.org/event/secrets-of-the-bats-with-dr-tim-carter-ball-state-university-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:sfox@conservingindiana.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240815T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240815T200000
DTSTAMP:20260424T124707
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240404T134225Z
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SUMMARY:Secrets of the Bats\, with Dr. Tim Carter\, Ball State University
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Golden Hour Summer Series at Oliver’s Woods. In August\, we’re featuring bats. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n** Tickets will be available on JULY 1st**\n\nLearn all about bats from wildlife biologist Dr. Tim Carter and his “ambassador bats\,” Chocolate and Petunia. We will gather for a presentation inside Daughtery House\, then experience the preserve in a whole new way—with bat detection equipment that picks up the ultrasonic calls of bats. Don’t miss this rare chance to meet bats up close and personal\, as well as listen for bats in the preserve. \n\nAll Ages\nRSVP is required. The event is limited to 25 people\, including children over 2 years old.\nTickets are limited to 4 per reservation.\n\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 meet staff at Daughtery House. Please plan to arrive on time. \nMore Information: Dr. Tim Carter is the Director of Field Stations and Environmental Education Center and Professor of Biology at Ball State University. He serves as curator for the Ball State University Mammalogy Collection. He has extensively studied the federally endangered Indiana bat (Myotis sodalis) with a focus on identifying and delineating critical summer habitats as well as examining winter hibernation habitats. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMany thanks to our Golden Hour sponsor\, Robert Dietrick Company\, for making this series possible!
URL:https://conservingindiana.org/event/secrets-of-the-bats-with-dr-tim-carter-ball-state-university-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:sfox@conservingindiana.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240809T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240809T130000
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SUMMARY:Easy Float from Oliver’s Woods on the White River
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we board a Friends of White River raft for a short float on the White River. \nJoin Central Indiana Land Trust and Friends of White River (FOWR) for a scenic journey on the White River. We’ll paddle from the Oliver’s Woods canoe launch to Sandbar Island and back\, taking in the natural beauty along the way. FOWR guides will discuss the river’s history\, aquatic wildlife\, riparian flora\, environmental science\, shoreline\, and water quality. Upon reaching Sandbar Island\, we’ll have time to relax and investigate the island. \nWhether you’re an experienced paddler or a beginner\, this trip promises to be a memorable experience for all. Don’t miss this firsthand look at Central Indiana’s most valuable natural resource. \nPLEASE READ BELOW BEFORE RESERVING A SPOT.\nWhat to Expect and Bring: \n\nRSVP is required. \nThis event is appropriate for adults and children over the age of 14 with parent or legal guardian.\nTraining starts promptly at 8:30 to get familiar with the boats and the river.\nAll safety equipment and floats will be supplied by FOWR.\nWear waterproof sun protection.\nBring a water bottle.\nWear closed-toed shoes that can stand up to mud.\nDon’t plan to bring electronic equipment or phones unless they’re protected from the water. CILTI or FOWR will not be responsible for damaged equipment.\nRefund requests will be accepted only up to 72 hours before the event starts. Eventbrite fees are non-refundable. We encourage you to review your plans before reserving your spot.\nPlease note that payment for this event is not a donation and is not tax deductible.\nIn case of inclement weather\, check email for updates. Rain date will be August 23.\n\nDirections: \nOliver’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/RSVP: \nFind more details and FAQs on EventBrite.
URL:https://conservingindiana.org/event/easy-float-from-olivers-woods-on-the-white-river-2/
LOCATION:Oliver’s Woods\, 8825 River Road\, Indianapolis\, United States
CATEGORIES:White River Float
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ORGANIZER;CN="Central Indiana Land Trust":MAILTO:sfox@conservingindiana.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240809T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240809T130000
DTSTAMP:20260424T124707
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SUMMARY:Easy Float from Oliver’s Woods on the White River
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we board a Friends of White River raft for a short float on the White River. \nJoin Central Indiana Land Trust and Friends of White River (FOWR) for a scenic journey on the White River. We’ll paddle from the Oliver’s Woods canoe launch to Sandbar Island and back\, taking in the natural beauty along the way. FOWR guides will discuss the river’s history\, aquatic wildlife\, riparian flora\, environmental science\, shoreline\, and water quality. Upon reaching Sandbar Island\, we’ll have time to relax and investigate the island. \nWhether you’re an experienced paddler or a beginner\, this trip promises to be a memorable experience for all. Don’t miss this firsthand look at Central Indiana’s most valuable natural resource. \nPLEASE READ BELOW BEFORE RESERVING A SPOT.\nWhat to Expect and Bring: \n\nRSVP is required. \nThis event is appropriate for adults and children over the age of 14 with parent or legal guardian.\nTraining starts promptly at 8:30 to get familiar with the boats and the river.\nAll safety equipment and floats will be supplied by FOWR.\nWear waterproof sun protection.\nBring a water bottle.\nWear closed-toed shoes that can stand up to mud.\nDon’t plan to bring electronic equipment or phones unless they’re protected from the water. CILTI or FOWR will not be responsible for damaged equipment.\nRefund requests will be accepted only up to 72 hours before the event starts. Eventbrite fees are non-refundable. We encourage you to review your plans before reserving your spot.\nPlease note that payment for this event is not a donation and is not tax deductible.\nIn case of inclement weather\, check email for updates. Rain date will be August 23.\n\nDirections: \nOliver’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/RSVP: \nFind more details and FAQs on EventBrite.
URL:https://conservingindiana.org/event/easy-float-from-olivers-woods-on-the-white-river/
LOCATION:Oliver’s Woods\, 8825 River Road\, Indianapolis\, United States
CATEGORIES:White River Float
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240807T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240807T120000
DTSTAMP:20260424T124707
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240715T183142Z
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SUMMARY:Creek Cleanup at Oliver's Woods
DESCRIPTION:Help us clear debris and invasive plants in and around Carmel Creek at Oliver’s Woods. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this event\n\n\n\nAll Ages \nPlease RSVP so we know you’re coming. \n\n\n\n\n\nWhat to Expect and Bring \n\nBe prepared to get dirty and in some cases wet.\nWe will pull invasive plants out by hand.\nDress in long 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 and clothes you don’t mind getting dirty.\nDress for the weather as we will work rain or shine.\n\nRegistration: \nPlease preregister through 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 meet staff on foot in front of the house.
URL:https://conservingindiana.org/event/creek-cleanup-at-olivers-woods-2/
LOCATION:Oliver’s Woods\, 8825 River Road\, Indianapolis\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteer event
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240807T120000
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SUMMARY:Creek Cleanup at Oliver's Woods
DESCRIPTION:Help us clear debris and invasive plants in and around Carmel Creek at Oliver’s Woods. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this event\n\n\n\nAll Ages \nPlease RSVP so we know you’re coming. \n\n\n\n\n\nWhat to Expect and Bring \n\nBe prepared to get dirty and in some cases wet.\nWe will pull invasive plants out by hand.\nDress in long 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 and clothes you don’t mind getting dirty.\nDress for the weather as we will work rain or shine.\n\nRegistration: \nPlease preregister through 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 meet staff on foot in front of the house.
URL:https://conservingindiana.org/event/creek-cleanup-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:sfox@conservingindiana.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240718T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240718T210000
DTSTAMP:20260424T124707
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240404T134233Z
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SUMMARY:Welcome to the Dark Side: Mothing in Indiana with Jeanette Jaskula
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Golden Hour Summer Series at Oliver’s Woods. In July\, we’re featuring moths. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n**Tickets will be available on June 1st**\n\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). We will gather inside the Daugherty House for a presentation at 7:30 pm\, then walk the preserve in search of local moth populations. \n\nAll Ages\n\n\nRSVP is required. The event is limited to 25 people\, including children over 2 years old.\nTickets are limited to 4 per reservation.\n\nWhat to Expect and Bring: \n\nThis presentation will start at 7:30 pm.\nIf you have a headlamp\, please bring it. We will have a few available to share with the group.\n\n\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).\n\n\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 meet the staff at the house. 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. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMany thanks to our Golden Hour sponsor\, Robert Dietrick Company\, for making this series possible!
URL:https://conservingindiana.org/event/welcome-to-the-dark-side-mothing-in-indiana-with-jeanette-jaskula-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:sfox@conservingindiana.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240718T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240718T210000
DTSTAMP:20260424T124707
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SUMMARY:Welcome to the Dark Side: Mothing in Indiana with Jeanette Jaskula
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Golden Hour Summer Series at Oliver’s Woods. In July\, we’re featuring moths. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n**Tickets will be available on June 1st**\n\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). We will gather inside the Daugherty House for a presentation at 7:30 pm\, then walk the preserve in search of local moth populations. \n\nAll Ages\n\n\nRSVP is required. The event is limited to 25 people\, including children over 2 years old.\nTickets are limited to 4 per reservation.\n\nWhat to Expect and Bring: \n\nThis presentation will start at 7:30 pm.\nIf you have a headlamp\, please bring it. We will have a few available to share with the group.\n\n\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).\n\n\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 meet the staff at the house. 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. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMany thanks to our Golden Hour sponsor\, Robert Dietrick Company\, for making this series possible!
URL:https://conservingindiana.org/event/welcome-to-the-dark-side-mothing-in-indiana-with-jeanette-jaskula-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:sfox@conservingindiana.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240620T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240620T200000
DTSTAMP:20260424T124707
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240404T134240Z
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SUMMARY:An Evening with the Spiders\, featuring Dr. Marc Milne
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Golden Hour Summer Series at Oliver’s Woods. In June\, we’re featuring all things arachnid. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n**Tickets will be available on May 1st**\nDr. Marc Milne\, University of Indianapolis\, will share his arachnid expertise. We’ll explore Oliver’s Woods in search of some eight-legged friends. Learn about spider behavior\, taxonomy\, webs\, and more from an Indianapolis-based spider expert. \n\nAll Ages\n\n\nRSVP is required. The event is limited to 25 people\, including children over 2 years old.\n\n\nTickets are limited to 4 per reservation.\n\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.\n\n\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).\n\n\nWear closed-toed shoes that can stand up to mud.\n\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: \nUniversity 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. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMany thanks to our Golden Hour sponsor\, Robert Dietrick Company\, for making this series possible!
URL:https://conservingindiana.org/event/an-evening-with-the-spiders-featuring-dr-marc-milne-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:sfox@conservingindiana.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240620T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240620T200000
DTSTAMP:20260424T124707
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SUMMARY:An Evening with the Spiders\, featuring Dr. Marc Milne
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Golden Hour Summer Series at Oliver’s Woods. In June\, we’re featuring all things arachnid. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n**Tickets will be available on May 1st**\nDr. Marc Milne\, University of Indianapolis\, will share his arachnid expertise. We’ll explore Oliver’s Woods in search of some eight-legged friends. Learn about spider behavior\, taxonomy\, webs\, and more from an Indianapolis-based spider expert. \n\nAll Ages\n\n\nRSVP is required. The event is limited to 25 people\, including children over 2 years old.\n\n\nTickets are limited to 4 per reservation.\n\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.\n\n\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).\n\n\nWear closed-toed shoes that can stand up to mud.\n\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: \nUniversity 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. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMany thanks to our Golden Hour sponsor\, Robert Dietrick Company\, for making this series possible!
URL:https://conservingindiana.org/event/an-evening-with-the-spiders-featuring-dr-marc-milne/
LOCATION:Oliver’s Woods\, 8825 River Road\, Indianapolis\, United States
CATEGORIES:Naturalist Program
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ORGANIZER;CN="Central Indiana Land Trust":MAILTO:sfox@conservingindiana.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240529T073000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240529T093000
DTSTAMP:20260424T124707
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SUMMARY:Wednesday Morning with the Birds at Oliver's Woods - 5.29
DESCRIPTION:Join an expert birder to go birdwatching in Oliver’s Woods Nature Preserve! \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 in searching 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 \nRSVP required \nWhat to Expect and Bring: \n\nEasy\, 0.6-mile hike over a flat\, loop trail.\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.\nNo restrooms available on site.\nIn case of inclement weather\, check email for updates.\n\nMore Information: \nRob Ripma and Sabrewing Nature Tours: sabrewingtours.com/guides/ \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 \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/wednesday-morning-with-the-birds-at-olivers-woods-5-29-2/
LOCATION:Oliver’s Woods\, 8825 River Road\, Indianapolis\, United States
CATEGORIES:Naturalist Program
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ORGANIZER;CN="Central Indiana Land Trust":MAILTO:sfox@conservingindiana.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240529T073000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240529T093000
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SUMMARY:Wednesday Morning with the Birds at Oliver's Woods - 5.29
DESCRIPTION:Join an expert birder to go birdwatching in Oliver’s Woods Nature Preserve! \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 in searching 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 \nRSVP required \nWhat to Expect and Bring: \n\nEasy\, 0.6-mile hike over a flat\, loop trail.\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.\nNo restrooms available on site.\nIn case of inclement weather\, check email for updates.\n\nMore Information: \nRob Ripma and Sabrewing Nature Tours: sabrewingtours.com/guides/ \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 \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/wednesday-morning-with-the-birds-at-olivers-woods-5-29/
LOCATION:Oliver’s Woods\, 8825 River Road\, Indianapolis\, United States
CATEGORIES:Naturalist Program
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ORGANIZER;CN="Central Indiana Land Trust":MAILTO:sfox@conservingindiana.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240516T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240516T200000
DTSTAMP:20260424T124707
CREATED:20240403T174736Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T174736Z
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SUMMARY:Indiana’s Amazing Amphibians & Reptiles\, Featuring Jim Horton
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Golden Hour Summer Series at Oliver’s Woods. In May\, we’re featuring amphibians and reptiles. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n**This event is wait-listed.**\n\nJoin Jim Horton\, president of the Hoosier Herpetological Society\, to learn about Indiana’s many amphibians and reptiles. We will gather at the Daugherty House for a presentation and a live animal display. After the presentation\, we’ll walk the woods to listen and search for reptiles and amphibians that live in the nature preserve. \n\nAll Ages\n\n\nRSVP is required. The event is limited to 25 people\, including children over 2 years old.\n\n\nTickets are limited to 4 per reservation.\n\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.\n\n\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).\n\n\nWear closed-toed shoes that can stand up to mud.\n\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: \nJim Horton is president of the Hoosier Herpetological Society\, a nonprofit dedicated to the conservation of all reptiles and amphibians. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMany thanks to our Golden Hour sponsor\, Robert Dietrick Company\, for making this series possible!
URL:https://conservingindiana.org/event/indianas-amazing-amphibians-reptiles-featuring-jim-horton-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:sfox@conservingindiana.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240516T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240516T200000
DTSTAMP:20260424T124707
CREATED:20240403T174736Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T174736Z
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SUMMARY:Indiana’s Amazing Amphibians & Reptiles\, Featuring Jim Horton
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Golden Hour Summer Series at Oliver’s Woods. In May\, we’re featuring amphibians and reptiles. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n**This event is wait-listed.**\n\nJoin Jim Horton\, president of the Hoosier Herpetological Society\, to learn about Indiana’s many amphibians and reptiles. We will gather at the Daugherty House for a presentation and a live animal display. After the presentation\, we’ll walk the woods to listen and search for reptiles and amphibians that live in the nature preserve. \n\nAll Ages\n\n\nRSVP is required. The event is limited to 25 people\, including children over 2 years old.\n\n\nTickets are limited to 4 per reservation.\n\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.\n\n\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).\n\n\nWear closed-toed shoes that can stand up to mud.\n\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: \nJim Horton is president of the Hoosier Herpetological Society\, a nonprofit dedicated to the conservation of all reptiles and amphibians. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMany thanks to our Golden Hour sponsor\, Robert Dietrick Company\, for making this series possible!
URL:https://conservingindiana.org/event/indianas-amazing-amphibians-reptiles-featuring-jim-horton/
LOCATION:Oliver’s Woods\, 8825 River Road\, Indianapolis\, United States
CATEGORIES:Naturalist Program
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ORGANIZER;CN="Central Indiana Land Trust":MAILTO:sfox@conservingindiana.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240508T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240508T130000
DTSTAMP:20260424T124707
CREATED:20240328T140220Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240328T140220Z
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SUMMARY:Wildflower Walk at Oliver’s Woods with White River Docents
DESCRIPTION:Walk Oliver’s Woods with our White River Steward and docents to see the preserve’s wildflowers in bloom. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOliver’s Woods is home to many spring wildflowers\, including an impressive display of native wild hyacinths. Enjoy a stroll through this riverine preserve to see what’s blooming in May. \nAll Ages \n\n\nFree of Charge – RSVP Required \nWhat to Expect and Bring: \n\nEasy\, 0.6-mile hike 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 clothing you don’t mind getting dirty.\nWear closed-toed shoes that can stand up to mud.\nNo restrooms available on site.\nIn case of inclement weather\, check your email for updates.\n\nDirections: \nOliver’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.
URL:https://conservingindiana.org/event/wildflower-walk-at-olivers-woods-with-white-river-docents-2/
LOCATION:Oliver’s Woods\, 8825 River Road\, Indianapolis\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hike
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ORGANIZER;CN="Central Indiana Land Trust":MAILTO:sfox@conservingindiana.org
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SUMMARY:Wildflower Walk at Oliver’s Woods with White River Docents
DESCRIPTION:Walk Oliver’s Woods with our White River Steward and docents to see the preserve’s wildflowers in bloom. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOliver’s Woods is home to many spring wildflowers\, including an impressive display of native wild hyacinths. Enjoy a stroll through this riverine preserve to see what’s blooming in May. \nAll Ages \n\n\nFree of Charge – RSVP Required \nWhat to Expect and Bring: \n\nEasy\, 0.6-mile hike 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 clothing you don’t mind getting dirty.\nWear closed-toed shoes that can stand up to mud.\nNo restrooms available on site.\nIn case of inclement weather\, check your email for updates.\n\nDirections: \nOliver’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.
URL:https://conservingindiana.org/event/wildflower-walk-at-olivers-woods-with-white-river-docents/
LOCATION:Oliver’s Woods\, 8825 River Road\, Indianapolis\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hike
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ORGANIZER;CN="Central Indiana Land Trust":MAILTO:sfox@conservingindiana.org
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SUMMARY:Wednesday Morning with the Birds at Oliver's Woods - 5.1
DESCRIPTION:Join an expert birder to go birdwatching in Oliver’s Woods Nature Preserve! \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 in searching 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 \nRSVP required \nWhat to Expect and Bring: \n\nEasy\, 0.6-mile hike over a flat\, loop trail.\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.\nNo restrooms available on site.\nIn case of inclement weather\, check email for updates.\n\nMore Information: \nRob Ripma and Sabrewing Nature Tours: sabrewingtours.com/guides/ \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 \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/wednesday-morning-with-the-birds-at-olivers-woods-5-1-2/
LOCATION:Oliver’s Woods\, 8825 River Road\, Indianapolis\, United States
CATEGORIES:Naturalist Program
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ORGANIZER;CN="Central Indiana Land Trust":MAILTO:sfox@conservingindiana.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240501T073000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240501T093000
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SUMMARY:Wednesday Morning with the Birds at Oliver's Woods - 5.1
DESCRIPTION:Join an expert birder to go birdwatching in Oliver’s Woods Nature Preserve! \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 in searching 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 \nRSVP required \nWhat to Expect and Bring: \n\nEasy\, 0.6-mile hike over a flat\, loop trail.\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.\nNo restrooms available on site.\nIn case of inclement weather\, check email for updates.\n\nMore Information: \nRob Ripma and Sabrewing Nature Tours: sabrewingtours.com/guides/ \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 \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/wednesday-morning-with-the-birds-at-olivers-woods-5-1/
LOCATION:Oliver’s Woods\, 8825 River Road\, Indianapolis\, United States
CATEGORIES:Naturalist Program
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ORGANIZER;CN="Central Indiana Land Trust":MAILTO:sfox@conservingindiana.org
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240410T130000
DTSTAMP:20260424T124707
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SUMMARY:Preserve cleanup with our White River Steward and White River Docents
DESCRIPTION:Join us to get ready for spring by clearing invasive plants and trash at Oliver’s Woods. \nVolunteers are needed to clean up Oliver’s Woods this spring. Help with trash pickup and some invasive plant removal. Oliver’s Woods is one of our most accessible preserves\, with river views and native wildflowers and wildlife. \nAll Ages \nPlease RSVP so we know to expect you. \nWhat to Expect and Bring: \n\nDress in long 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.\nBring gardening or work gloves. If you don’t have gloves\, we will provide some.\nWear clothes you don’t mind getting dirty.\nDress for the weather as we will work rain or shine.\nPublic restrooms are not available.\nIn case of inclement weather\, check your email for updates.\n\nDirections: \nOliver’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.
URL:https://conservingindiana.org/event/preserve-cleanup-with-our-white-river-steward-and-white-river-docents-2/
LOCATION:Oliver’s Woods\, 8825 River Road\, Indianapolis\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteer event
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SUMMARY:Preserve cleanup with our White River Steward and White River Docents
DESCRIPTION:Join us to get ready for spring by clearing invasive plants and trash at Oliver’s Woods. \nVolunteers are needed to clean up Oliver’s Woods this spring. Help with trash pickup and some invasive plant removal. Oliver’s Woods is one of our most accessible preserves\, with river views and native wildflowers and wildlife. \nAll Ages \nPlease RSVP so we know to expect you. \nWhat to Expect and Bring: \n\nDress in long 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.\nBring gardening or work gloves. If you don’t have gloves\, we will provide some.\nWear clothes you don’t mind getting dirty.\nDress for the weather as we will work rain or shine.\nPublic restrooms are not available.\nIn case of inclement weather\, check your email for updates.\n\nDirections: \nOliver’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.
URL:https://conservingindiana.org/event/preserve-cleanup-with-our-white-river-steward-and-white-river-docents/
LOCATION:Oliver’s Woods\, 8825 River Road\, Indianapolis\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteer event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Central Indiana Land Trust":MAILTO:sfox@conservingindiana.org
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