Dunes Learning Center

East Chicago Lighthouse Charter School 6th grader, Brianna, had never been in a canoe before today. “It was amazing!” she said afterward. “It was more difficult to paddle and keep the boat steady than I thought it would be, but so much fun....

Donations are still coming in, but as of today, the Lightning Bug Music Festival has raised $6032 for summer camperships,” says Dunes Learning Center Executive Director, Geof Benson. “That’s going to touch a lot of lives.” And that’s just...

In an unlikely pairing, a high-style interior designer and dirt-loving outdoor education center have teamed up to raise money to send deserving kids to camp. Together, they have assembled “The Ultimate Glamping Package.” Designed by Robert...

Summer Camp Open House: April 16, 3–6pm Meet staff, ask questions and tour the campus An unforgettable summer of fun and adventure in the national lakeshore awaits kids 6-16, but space is limited and camps are filling fast! Reserve now Online...

Dr. Ken Schoon’s new book, Dreams of Duneland, is the inspiration for a sweeping tour that will change the way you think about the region. An educator, geologist, author and Northwest Indiana native, Dr. Schoon is retired from the School of...

Overnight workshop explores reptiles and amphibians of the dunes A sure harbinger of spring, frogs have have been around for 250 million years, having survived ice ages, asteroid crashes, and environmental disturbances. Today, nearly one-third of the...

Overnight workshop explores the history and science of maple sugaring Dunes Learning Center’s first overnight family program is already off to a “sweet” start. Their Focus on Maple Sugaring workshop, scheduled for February 21-22, will explore...

Winter Nature Camp offers two days of fun in the dunes Night hikes, a campfire, s'mores and… skiing? Summer camp gets a "cool" twist at Dunes Learning Center's Winter Nature Camp, February 8-9. A sure-fire antidote for cabin fever, this two-day...

A Day of Free Family Fun at Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore Don't let shorter days and cooler temperatures keeping you inside! Dunes Learning Center has a day of adventures in nature planned for their annual Winter Open House on Saturday, January...

Donate in the name of a friend or colleague Support the critical connection between children and nature with a year-end donation of $25 or more, and we'll acknowledge your contribution with a silicone bracelet and greeting card—a meaningful gift...