Birding the Summer Tails
Join us for a peaceful evening of birdwatching as we explore the summer bird activity happening throughout Cope’s habitats.
Moths Under the Stars: Nature Sketching
Join us for an evening of nature journaling and moth sketching led by guest presenter Martin Flynn.
Caterpillar Quest
Bring the whole family out for an evening adventure as we search Cope’s trails and gardens for fascinating caterpillars of all shapes and sizes.
Becoming a Moth Searcher
Join us for an engaging evening dedicated to the fascinating hobby of mothing.
Moonlight & Moths
Step into the nighttime world of moths during this exciting after-dark exploration at Cope.
Moonlight & Moths
Step into the nighttime world of moths during this exciting after-dark exploration at Cope.
Full Moon Hike
Experience the beauty of summer beneath the glowing Buck Moon during this guided evening hike through Cope’s trails.
Paws & Trails
Enjoy a summer evening outdoors with your canine companion during Paws & Trails, Cope’s monthly dog-friendly nature hike.
Full Moon Hike: Strawberry Moon
Experience the magic of the June full moon during this peaceful evening hike at Cope.
Moths of the Night
Join us for an exciting evening dedicated to the fascinating world of moths and other nocturnal pollinators.
Paws & Trails
Celebrate the beauty of late spring with your four-legged friend during Paws & Trails, Cope’s monthly dog-friendly nature walk
Glow In The Dark Walk
Join us for a fascinating nighttime adventure as we explore the hidden world of bioluminescence and fluorescence in nature.
Frog & Turtle Family Day
Join us at Cope Environmental Center for a fun-filled family adventure celebrating some of our favorite wetland wildlife.
Nesting Birds of Cope
Join us for a peaceful evening stroll as we search for the nesting birds that call Cope home during the summer months.
Paws & Trails
Celebrate the beauty of late spring with your four-legged friend during Paws & Trails, Cope’s monthly dog-friendly nature walk.
South Side Hike
Join us for a relaxing morning as we walk along the south side of Cope in search of birds!
South Side Hike
Join us for a relaxing morning as we walk along the south side of Cope in search of birds!
North Side Hike at Cope Environmental Center
Join us for a relaxing morning as we walk along the north side of Cope in search of birds!
Where Trogons meet Thrushes-Exploring the nexus between Indiana & Ecuador
Come join us for an evening of exploration and discovery as we examine the nexus between this endangered biodiversity hotspot and our own Indiana migrant bird species. This special presentation will be led by David E. Russell, PhD, of Miami University and the Avian Research and Education Institute.
Nocturnal Bird Walk
Join us for a night under the stars as we search for some birds that would rather fly around in the moonlight.
Franklin County Shorebird Field Trip
Join us for a relaxing and fun filled morning as we explore the wetlands, ponds, and flooded farm fields of Franklin County in search of Shorebirds.
Rise with the Birds
This will be a great way to kickstart your birdathon lists for the 2026 Birdathon!
Brookville Lake Field Trip
Join us for a relaxing and fun filled morning as we explore the amazing habitats of Brookville Lake.
Grazing and Drought Interact to Shape Bird and Plant Communities in Grasslands: A 16-Year Study.
Join a group of Earlham Researchers as they discuss how interacting factors shape habitat quality and bird population responses, and we highlight the implications of our findings for the management and conservation of grassland birds in a changing climate.
North Side Hike at Cope Environmental Center
Join us for a relaxing morning as we walk along the north side of Cope in search of birds!
Nocturnal Bird Walk
Join us for a night under the stars as we search for some birds that would rather fly around in the moonlight.
Wayne County Waterbird Fieldtrip
Join us for a relaxing and fun filled morning as we explore the wetlands, ponds, and flooded farm fields of Wayne County in search of waterbirds.
Little Adventures Spring Series
Join us this spring for Cope Environmental Center’s Little Adventures Spring Series, a hands-on nature program designed for children ages 2-6 and their favorite grown-ups.
Women & Girls In Nature
A shared outdoor experience where women and girls grow stronger, more confident, and more connected across generations.
Spring Wildflower Walk
As winter loosens its grip and warm sunlight reaches the forest floor, a burst of color begins to emerge across Cope’s woodlands.
Little Adventures Spring Series
Join us this spring for Cope Environmental Center’s Little Adventures Spring Series, a hands-on nature program designed for children ages 2-6 and their favorite grown-ups.
Migration Begins
Spring migration is underway, and the skies and treetops around Cope are filling with movement and song.
Spring Wildflower Walk
As winter loosens its grip and warm sunlight reaches the forest floor, a burst of color begins to emerge across Cope’s woodlands.
Little Adventures Spring Series
Join us this spring for Cope Environmental Center’s Little Adventures Spring Series, a hands-on nature program designed for children ages 2-6 and their favorite grown-ups.
Paws & Trails
Start your evening with fresh air, muddy boots, and joyful tails during Paws & Trails, Cope’s monthly dog-friendly nature walk.
Full Moon Hike: Pink Moon
Step into the quiet beauty of spring beneath the glowing light of April’s Pink Moon.
Paws & Trails
Start your day with fresh air, muddy boots, and joyful tails during Paws & Trails, Cope’s monthly dog-friendly nature walk