Wetlands After Dark
Experience this incredible nighttime event alongside Cope naturalists as we explore the wetlands, observe multiple amphibian species up close, and learn about their unique life cycles and courtship behaviors.
Wetlands After Dark
Experience this incredible nighttime event alongside Cope naturalists as we explore the wetlands, observe multiple amphibian species up close, and learn about their unique life cycles and courtship behaviors.
Wetlands After Dark
Experience this incredible nighttime event alongside Cope naturalists as we explore the wetlands, observe multiple amphibian species up close, and learn about their unique life cycles and courtship behaviors.
Evenings with the Woodcock
Join us for a peaceful evening walk as we listen, watch, and learn about these fascinating shorebirds of the forest edge.
Evening with the Woodcock
Join us for a peaceful evening walk as we listen, watch, and learn about these fascinating shorebirds of the forest edge.
Evening with the Woodcock
Join us for a peaceful evening walk as we listen, watch, and learn about these fascinating shorebirds of the forest edge.
Paws & Trails
Start your day with fresh air, muddy boots, and joyful tails during Paws & Trails, Cope’s monthly dog-friendly nature walk
Empowering Women In Nature
EmpowerHER Outdoors 2.0 invites women ages 16 and up to spend a full day immersed in hands-on outdoor learning, personal growth, and meaningful connection.
Women & Girls In Nature
A shared outdoor experience where women and girls grow stronger, more confident, and more connected across generations.
Maple Discovery Hike: Tree to Syrup
Step into the quiet beauty of late winter and discover the sweet story hidden within the trees at our Maple Discovery Hike: Tree to Syrup.
Evening with the Woodcock
Join us for a peaceful evening walk as we listen, watch, and learn about these fascinating shorebirds of the forest edge.
Full Moon Hike
Step into the quiet beauty of early spring beneath the glowing light of March’s Worm Moon.
Discovering the American Woodcock
CANCELLED!
Step into the hidden world of one of Indiana’s most unusual birds during this unforgettable Woodcock Walk.
Little Adventures Winter Series
Join us this winter for Cope Environmental Center’s Little Adventures Winter Edition, a hands-on, nature-filled program for children ages 2–6 and their favorite grown-ups!
This weeks theme: Signs of Spring Sneaking In
Early Amphibian Explorers
Join us as we head to Cope’s wetlands in search of frogs, salamanders, and newts emerging from winter brumation.
Early Spring Wildflowers
Spring doesn’t wait for March. Join us to uncover the quiet beauty of early-blooming wildflowers that brave February’s cold, including skunk cabbage and harbinger of spring.
Little Adventures Winter Series
Join us this winter for Cope Environmental Center’s Little Adventures Winter Edition, a hands-on, nature-filled program for children ages 2–6 and their favorite grown-ups!
This weeks theme: Cozy Homes for Cold Days
Little Adventures Winter Series
Join us this winter for Cope Environmental Center’s Little Adventures Winter Edition, a hands-on, nature-filled program for children ages 2–6 and their favorite grown-ups!
This week’s theme: Snowflakes & Frosty Patterns
Birds of the Evening Hour
Join us for this special evening bird walk as we explore what birds are doing in the final moments before they settle in to roost.
Love Gone Wild
Join Cope Environmental Center for Love Gone Wild-a Valentine’s-themed evening that celebrates connection, conservation, and the wonderfully wild ways animals find love in nature.
Paws & Trails
Kick off your day with fresh air, muddy boots, and happy paws during Paws & Trails.
Little Adventures Winter Series
Join us this winter for Cope Environmental Center’s Little Adventures Winter Edition-a hands-on, nature-filled program.
This week’s theme: Wonders of Winter Wildlife
Full Moon Hike
Experience Cope after dark under the luminous glow of February’s Snow Moon.
Sandhill Cranes of the Whitewater Valley
Few wildlife spectacles compare to the incredible sight and unforgettable sound of migrating Sandhill Cranes.
Paws & Trails
Start your afternoon with wagging tails, crisp air, and the peaceful beauty of Cope’s trails during Paws & Trails, our monthly dog-friendly nature walk.
Becoming A Birder
If you’ve ever wished you knew more about the birds around you, this is the perfect place to start.
Hoosier Mammals Through Time
Indiana’s mammal story is one of dramatic change, surprising returns, and incredible resilience.
Secrets Of The Feathers
Feathers are among the most extraordinary structures in the natural world, and during Secrets of the Feathers, you’ll discover just how much more they do than help birds fly.
Winter Wildlife Tracking
During Winter Tracking, families and nature lovers are invited to unlock the secrets left behind in snow, mud, and frost.
Full Moon Hike
Step into the new year guided by the serene glow of January’s first full moon.
Legacy in the Pines: Exploring Jim Cope’s Conifer Trail
Explore the south side of Cope Environmental Center and discover one of our most fascinating natural treasures-Jim’s Conifer Trail.
Paws & Trails
Grab your leash and join us for a fun and relaxing morning walk designed for both people and their pups!
Hands for Habitat
Help protect Cope’s natural beauty and native ecosystems during our hands-on Hands for Habitat!
Hands for Habitat
Help protect Cope’s natural beauty and native ecosystems during our hands-on Hands for Habitat!
Greenery Workshop
Celebrate the season naturally at Cope’s Greenery Workshop! Enjoy a festive, hands-on wreath-making experience using fresh, locally sourced greenery gathered from our scenic property.
Frosty Feathers: Monthly Bird Hike
Join us for a brisk morning of birding as we explore the trails in search of winter’s special visitors
Full Moon Hike: Cold Moon
Experience the beauty and quiet wonder of Cope’s trails under December’s Cold Moon, also known as the Long Night Moon.
Hands for Habitat: Invasive Species Volunteer Day
Roll up your sleeves and help restore Cope’s natural habitats! Invasive plants like honeysuckle and autumn olive threaten native ecosystems.
Nature By Season: Outdoor Education for Homeschoolers
Get outside and learn with nature as your classroom with your homeschool program.