Lake County Parks

Discover the natural wonders of the Lake County Parks during a monthly play date. We will meet at a different park each month to see what nature has in store to explore. Location: 9230 East 142nd Ave, Hebron, IN

7:30-9PM Ages 3 and up $5 per person Join us for a fun evening making summer memories with a campfire and snacks, searching for fireflies and other nighttime wildlife. PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED; please call 219-844-3188 Location: Deep River County...

Discover the natural wonders of the Lake County Parks during a monthly play date. We will meet at a different park each month to see what nature has in store to explore. Location: Turkey River County Park 2890 Montana St. Gary, IN

Foster that natural curiosity in your little one by venturing outdoors to “spy” what’s happening at Gibson Woods Nature Preserve! Each session will include story, craft, snack and plenty of outdoor exploration. For nature explorers ages 3-6...

Ages 5 and up Join us for a special aquatic adventure as we investigate Turkey Creek and who lives in it. Wear shoes/clothes you do not mind getting dirty/wet. PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED; please call 219-844-3188 Location: Turkey Creek Golf Course,...

Ages 5 and up Celebrate World Firefly Day looking for fireflies on a summer night and doing some stargazing too. PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED; please call 219-844-3188.

All ages The sounds of summer are unlike any other time of year. Join us for a morning walk to enjoy this summer symphony.PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED; please call 219-844-3188

Ages 3 and up Ever wonder what lives underwater in a pond besides fish? Join us as we collect and look at some of the smaller and spectacular species of the watery world. Wear shoes/clothes you do not mind getting dirty.Pre-registration required;...

Ages 3 and up How deep is Deep River? Which way does it go? What lives in the river? How fast does it flow? Find out these answers and more during our River Fun program. Kids will test out some natural building materials, build a boat and then get to...

How many different pollinators can you spot? Join a naturalist on this exploration hike. PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED; please call 219-844-3188.