Mindfulness: Wetlands and Cleansing Join NICHES for a guided Mindfulness Hike at Mulvey Pond on Sunday, August 2, at 2:00 p.m. As we explore the beauty of this wetland habitat, we’ll reflect on the powerful role wetlands play in naturally cleansing and protecting our environment. Through quiet observation and mindful walking, participants will connect with […]
As we explore our public preserves through our Hike the Trust series, join us at Amy Weingartner Branigin Peninsula Preserve and discover the rich natural and cultural history of this unique property on Lake Monroe. Along the trail, we'll search for eastern box turtles, rough green snakes, and ripening persimmons while learning about ongoing field […]
Join NICHES Land Trust at Clegg Memorial Garden for our Phenology Hike series to track seasonal changes in plants throughout the 2026 growing season. Phenology is the study of seasonal patterns in nature, observing and tracking events like when plants bloom, leaves appear, or fruit ripens, and how these events change over time. These guided hikes […]
Help protect our native plants at Amy Weingartner Branigin Peninsula Preserve during our next Weed Wrangle! We'll hike the trail while pulling and bagging invasive perilla mint, a rapidly spreading plant that can outcompete native vegetation and degrade wildlife habitat. Along the way, you'll learn how to identify this species, why invasive plant management is […]
Join Oxbow, Inc. as board member and skilled birder, Jack Stenger leads the Early Fall Migrant Shorebirds & Waders - Bird Walk at the Oxbow Nature Conservancy! Back by popular demand, this evening bird walk will explore areas along Oxbow Lake from 6:30 pm until dark. We are hopeful to see a variety of shorebirds […]
Forest Bathing is an intentional practice of spending time in natural spaces. Participants “bathe” in the sights, sounds, textures, smells, and tastes provided by the forest. Forest Bathing has its roots in the Japanese practice of "Shinrin-yoku." This is a research-based practice and studies show a variety of physical, mental, and emotional health benefits, such […]
Follow the butterflies and wander through a sea of yellow and purple blooms at Powell Preserve! This Little Hikers adventure will explore a colorful restored meadow buzzing with life. We'll search for butterflies, admire wildflowers, and discover the amazing diversity of colors and creatures that call the prairie home! This event is part of Indiana […]
Join us at Clegg Memorial Garden for our Phenology Hike series to track seasonal changes in plants throughout the 2026 growing season. Phenology is the study of seasonal patterns in nature, observing and tracking events like when plants bloom, leaves appear, or fruit ripens, and how these events change over time. These guided hikes are designed to […]
Take a break from the busyness of everyday life and join us for a peaceful evening in nature. This guided mindfulness hike invites you to slow your pace, unplug from distractions, and enjoy the simple beauty of the outdoors. As we walk together along the trail, we’ll pause occasionally for gentle mindfulness activities that encourage […]
Bobcats, Box Turtles, and Blue Grosbeaks! Columbia Mine Preserve is full of surprises! On this Hike the Trust adventure, we'll explore a landscape where nature is steadily reclaiming a former […]
Celebrate the changing seasons with a guided hike to discover the incredible journey of fall bird migration! As summer gives way to autumn, thousands of birds travel through our area […]
Come discover what's living, growing, and buzzing at Hilltop Farm Nature Preserve! Participants will use the free iNaturalist app to document native trees and plants, pollinators, and songbirds along the trail system at Hilltop Farm Nature Preserve. The hike combines two […]