McCloud Nature Park offers summer nature day camps for kids ages 2-12. All of the day camps focus on a weekly topic and include hands-on activities, games, crafts, and more. These camps are provided by Hendricks County Parks & Recreation naturalists. You'll definitely need to register in advance for these summer nature day camps, as on-site registration is not available and many of the camps fill up very quickly. Lil' Explorers Children ages 2-5 (and older … [Read more...]
12th Annual Maple Syrup Days at McCloud Nature Park
The 12th Annual Maple Syrup Days at McCloud Nature Park will be held on March 5th and 12th, 2022 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. each day. This event is free to attend and entirely outdoors, so be sure to dress for the weather. Learn About Maple Syrup The sugar maple trees at McCloud Nature Park are tapped by park staff and volunteers to make bottles of 100% all-natural maple syrup. During the Maple Syrup Days event, you can learn all about how maple syrup is made, from … [Read more...]
Not-So-Spooky Halloween Activities in Hendricks County
Looking for ways to enjoy fall without the spook factor? Check out these Halloween 2021 weekend activities in Hendricks County. Scares on the Square This free event on Friday, October 29th on the Danville Courthouse Square begins with a costume parade and fun run. Next up is a golf cart parade and the Danville Community Education Foundation 5K. Black Jack Davey & the Rhythm Kings will play live music at 7:00 p.m. Intended for all ages to enjoy, this event … [Read more...]
2021 Fall Colors Festival at McCloud Nature Park
Did you know that McCloud Nature Park is voted one of the Best Fall Foliage Spots in Indiana every year by Visit Indiana's survey participants? There are a variety of tree species within the park, so this is one of the best places around to see fall colors! The 2021 Fall Colors Festival will be held at McCloud Nature Park on Saturday, October 16, 2021, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. This free family-friendly event offers fall fun for everyone! 2021 Fall Colors Festival … [Read more...]
2021 McCloud Prairie Maze: Cicada
This year the Prairie Maze at McCloud Nature Park is in the shape of a cicada. Brood X only emerges from the ground once every 17 years, and since 2021 was a Brood X year, it seemed like the perfect theme for this year's maze. McCloud Prairie Maze Details The McCloud Prairie Maze begins on September 4th and will be open daily until October 31, 2021. Make sure to dress for the weather, including wearing comfortable close-toed shoes. Bring water and the whole family, as … [Read more...]