Full Moon Hike
October’s full moon has long been known as the Hunter’s Moon, a time when the bright autumn moon helped illuminate the landscape as people prepared for the coming winter.
Saw-whet Owl Search
Join us for an evening of owl watching, learning, and exploring the nighttime forest as we search for migrating Northern Saw-whet Owls.
Saw-whet Owl Search
Join us for an evening of owl watching, learning, and exploring the nighttime forest as we search for migrating Northern Saw-whet Owls.
Saw-whet Owl Search
Join us for an evening of owl watching, learning, and exploring the nighttime forest as we search for migrating Northern Saw-whet Owls.
Paws & Trails
Join us at Cope for a leisurely hike with your dog as we explore the trails and take in the sights and sounds of late fall.
Full Moon Hike
Step into the woods after dark and experience Cope under the light of November’s Beaver Moon!
Greenery Workshop
Join Cope Environmental Center and Oblivion Cinema & Arts for a festive Holiday Greenery Workshop, where you'll create your own unique holiday arrangement to take home and enjoy.
Choose from two workshop sessions: 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. or 1 to 3 p.m.
Trail of Terror
As the sun sets and darkness takes over the trails, Cope transforms into a Halloween adventure unlike any other.
Family Fall Fest
Bring the whole family for a festive fall celebration packed with activities designed for kids and the young at heart.
Trail of Terror
As the sun sets and darkness takes over the trails, Cope transforms into a Halloween adventure unlike any other.
Paws & Trails
Join us for Paws & Trails and explore Cope together while enjoying the sights, sounds, and smells of autumn.
A Migration Expedition: At Brookville Lake
Join us for a fun, feather-filled morning exploring two of the best fall birding spots at Brookville Lake!
Migration in Motion
Join us for our monthly bird walk as we explore Cope’s trails and habitats in search of birds moving through during fall migration.
Full Moon Hike
Join us for an evening hike beneath September’s Harvest Moon and experience the trails in a whole new way.
Little Adventures Fall Series
Join us for Little Adventures Fall Series, a nature-filled program for children ages 2–6 and their caregivers.
Amazing Webs & Trails: The Brilliance of Spiders
Join us for an evening of searching for some of Cope's local spiders and learning about the amazing things they do to survive.
Little Adventures Fall Series
Join us for Little Adventures Fall Series, a nature-filled program for children ages 2–6 and their caregivers.
Let's Go Find a Bat!
Join us to learn about the bats that live around us, discover how we can support them, and explore the ways bats have made their way into culture and stories
Birds on the Move: Fall Migration
Join us for an evening of searching for warblers and other migrant friends as they make their way through Cope.
Little Adventures Fall Series
Join us for Little Adventures Fall Series, a nature-filled program for children ages 2–6 and their caregivers.
Paws & Trails
Grab the leash and join us for Paws & Trails, an evening of exploring Cope’s trails with your four-legged friend.
Full Moon Hike
Take an evening hike beneath August's full moon, known as the Sturgeon Moon.
The Amazing Journey of Hummingbirds
Join us as we uncover the incredible science behind hummingbird migration.
Early Migration Watch
Join us for an evening bird walk as we search for the first signs of migration, identify resident and visiting birds, and learn about the incredible journeys these feathered travelers undertake each year.
Native Plants: Beauty with a Purpose
Discover how Indiana's native plants can transform your yard into a thriving habitat for butterflies, bees, hummingbirds, and other essential pollinators.
Nature’s Hidden Glow
Join us for an unforgettable nighttime adventure as we explore the fascinating world of fluorescence and bioluminescence.
Paws & Trails
Enjoy the final weeks of summer with your four-legged friend during Cope's monthly dog-friendly nature hike.
Dragonflies: Masters of Flight
Join us for a guided walk as we explore ponds, wetlands, and trails in search of dragonflies at every stage of life.
Full Moon Hike
Experience the beauty of summer beneath the glowing Buck Moon during this guided evening hike through Cope’s trails.
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.
Becoming a Moth Searcher
Join us for an engaging evening dedicated to the fascinating hobby of mothing.
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.
Moths Under the Stars: Nature Sketching
Join us for an evening of nature journaling and moth sketching led by guest presenter Martin Flynn.
Birding the Summer Tails
Join us for a peaceful evening of birdwatching as we explore the summer bird activity happening throughout Cope’s habitats.
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.