Events and Programs
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We Can Camp!
Join us as you learn basic camping skills, enjoy fun outdoor experiences and spend the night on our grounds in a tent! This program is perfect for first-time campers or anyone looking for a refresher. We provide all the camping gear you'll need, along with modern restrooms and overnight security. Learn More
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Annual Meeting: Reflect Forward Changing the Way the World Views and Uses Museums
Annual Meeting: Reflect Forward Changing the Way the World Views and Uses Museums
Join us at The Bluffs as we present this year's theme, "Reflect Forward." The Annual Meeting promises to be a thought-provoking event as we are excited to feature keynote speaker, Linda Norris, Senior Specialist, Methodology and Practice from International Coalition of Sites of Conscience. RSVP Today
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Playtime on the Prairie Ages 3 – 5
Playtime on the Prairie Ages 3 – 5
Playtime on the Prairie for 3-5 year olds is an hour long program designed for early learners and their parents or guardians. During these classes, attendees will have the opportunity to explore natural materials, participate in age-appropriate play invitations, CREATE, PLAY, and LEARN! Children must be accompanied by an adult at no charge. Purchase Tickets.
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We Can Camp!
Join us as you learn basic camping skills, enjoy fun outdoor experiences and spend the night on our grounds in a tent! This program is perfect for first-time campers or anyone looking for a refresher. We provide all the camping gear you'll need, along with modern restrooms and overnight security. Learn More
Breads from the Wood-Fired Oven (With Instructions for the Home Oven)
Breads from the Wood-Fired Oven (With Instructions for the Home Oven)
There are few things in the kitchen that are more rewarding than making fresh bread! And if you haven’t had bread from a wood-fired oven, you are in for a special treat! This hands-on workshop will introduce you to some of the favorite breads of the citizens of Prairietown, and our expert bakers will tell…
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Wheel Thrown Pottery: Evening classes
Wheel Thrown Pottery: Evening classes
Discover the basics of wheel thrown pottery. Students will be able to practice all processes involved in throwing and shaping pottery. Whether a beginner or intermediate student, you will be able to progress at your own rate and develop your skills. All materials and supplies are provided. We ask that you bring a towel to…
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Corn to Cocktail
Corn to Cocktail
Corn: we know it, we love it, it’s a vital part of Indiana’s agricultural heritage. But what’s it got to do with alcohol? Join us for Corn to Cocktail, where we’ll investigate Hoosier corn provision, learn how corn becomes spirit, share some history, and make a couple of potent potables. Learn more about Corn to…
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Playtime on the Prairie Ages 0 – 2
Playtime on the Prairie Ages 0 – 2
Playtime on the Prairie for 0-2 year olds is an hour long program designed for early learners and their parents or guardians. During these classes, attendees will have the opportunity to explore natural materials, participate in age-appropriate play invitations, CREATE, PLAY, and LEARN! Children must be accompanied by an adult at no charge. Purchase tickets.
Heirloom Plant Sale
Heirloom Plant Sale
The Conner Prairie Heirloom Plant Sale is back! We’ll have a wide variety of heirloom tomatoes and peppers, along with a selection of herbs and flowers. Mother’s Day weekend is the traditional frost-free date in central Indiana, making it a safe time to put out your more tender plants. Our gardening experts will be available to help…
Rosé and Roses
Rosé and Roses
Join us for Rosé and Roses, a Mother's Day Ladies Night Out! This 21+ event includes a wine tasting with Oliver Winery! Other activities include mindfulness meditation and nature walks, yoga sessions and a photo backdrop to share with your following! Additionally, you will create your own flower arrangement that you can take home with…
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Wellness in Nature at The Trails at Conner Prairie
Wellness in Nature at The Trails at Conner Prairie
Give yourself the gift of time and space to be fully present and enjoy what nature can offer during our Wellness events at Conner Prairie. Join local yoga teacher Sarah Richcreek for 1-hour yoga class geared towards adults, or a 30-minute family yoga event for children and their caretaker(s). Experience a Forest Therapy walk co-led…
Heirloom Plant Sale
Heirloom Plant Sale
The Conner Prairie Heirloom Plant Sale is back! We’ll have a wide variety of heirloom tomatoes and peppers, along with a selection of herbs and flowers. Mother’s Day weekend is the traditional frost-free date in central Indiana, making it a safe time to put out your more tender plants. Our gardening experts will be available to help…
Campbell House Garden Party
Campbell House Garden Party
Join us for our 1836 Garden Party at the Campbell house. The Campbell's invite you to experience classical music of the 19th century that will be performed in a fashionable concert setting. You will hear operatic singing accompanied by classical piano music. You also get the unique opportunity to learn about music and its impact…
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Mother’s Day Tea Party
Mother’s Day Tea Party
Join Mrs. Campbell and her daughter Lillian, as well as other Prairietown Folks for a Mother's Day Tea Party! Event will be in the afternoon but all day the Campbells and other folks will be getting ready for the Tea Party. With a Taste of the Past included. This program is free with general admission
Mother’s Day Brunch
Mother’s Day Brunch
Celebrate that special person in your life by joining us for our Mother's Day brunch. Relax, let us do the cooking, and make the day special with a delicious variety of items to choose from. View our menu. Seating is in Featherston Barn at 10:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. To make a reservation, please purchase a…
Mother’s Day Brunch
Mother’s Day Brunch
Celebrate that special person in your life by joining us for our Mother's Day brunch. Relax, let us do the cooking, and make the day special with a delicious variety of items to choose from. View our menu. Seating is in Featherston Barn at 10:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. To make a reservation, please purchase a…
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Wheel Thrown Pottery: Evening classes
Wheel Thrown Pottery: Evening classes
Discover the basics of wheel thrown pottery. Students will be able to practice all processes involved in throwing and shaping pottery. Whether a beginner or intermediate student, you will be able to progress at your own rate and develop your skills. All materials and supplies are provided. We ask that you bring a towel to…
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Playtime on the Prairie Ages 3 – 5
Playtime on the Prairie Ages 3 – 5
Playtime on the Prairie for 3-5 year olds is an hour long program designed for early learners and their parents or guardians. During these classes, attendees will have the opportunity to explore natural materials, participate in age-appropriate play invitations, CREATE, PLAY, and LEARN! Children must be accompanied by an adult at no charge. Purchase Tickets.
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Heritage Breeds Week
Come celebrate Heritage Breeds Week with us! Participate in exciting activities, watch fascinating demonstrations, learn about Conner Prairie’s efforts to preserve heritage breeds, and discover what makes these rare animals so special. Meet and Greet with animals all across the grounds. Learn about how livestock has changed throughout the years from farmers of the past…
Heritage Breeds Week: Art with Heart
Heritage Breeds Week: Art with Heart
Explore a variety of loose parts and utilize art materials to create animal-themed art! Heritage Breeds Week is free with General Admission. Learn more about Heritage Breeds week.
Heritage Breeds Week: Storytime
Heritage Breeds Week: Storytime
Come listen to fun farm animal-related stories read by author and Ag Staff member Chele Denney! Heritage Breeds Week is free with General Admission. Learn more about Heritage Breeds week.
Heritage breeds Week: Dairy Taste Test
Heritage breeds Week: Dairy Taste Test
Enjoy the opportunity to sample dairy products from three different species of animals: sheep, goats, and cattle! Compare the flavors of each type of product or try your hand at identifying what kind of animal each sample comes from. Heritage Breeds Week is free with General Admission. Learn more about Heritage Breeds week.
Heritage Breeds Week: Soap Make and Take
Heritage Breeds Week: Soap Make and Take
Learn about how goat milk soap is made and make your own to take home! Heritage Breeds Week is free with General Admission. Price: $5 Learn more about Heritage Breeds week.
Heritage Breeds Week: Ox Driving Demonstration
Heritage Breeds Week: Ox Driving Demonstration
Watch and learn how to drive oxen from our Ag Staff as they put the skills of our team of Randall Lineback oxen to the test! Heritage Breeds Week is free with General Admission. Learn more about Heritage Breeds week.
Heritage Breeds Week: Barnyard Brushstrokes Make & Take
Heritage Breeds Week: Barnyard Brushstrokes Make & Take
Hosted by Kiln Creations, guests can come create their own heritage breed art! Each participant will be given a canvas with a heritage animal design on it and can use the paint provided to create their own masterpiece. Heritage Breeds Week is free with General Admission. Learn more about Heritage Breeds week.
Heritage Breeds Week: Wool Dryer Ball Make & Take
Heritage Breeds Week: Wool Dryer Ball Make & Take
Learn how to make an eco-friendly, money saving alternative to dryer sheets, and make a real wool dryer ball to take home. This make and take costs $5. Heritage Breeds Week is free with General Admission. Learn more about Heritage Breeds week.
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Heritage Breeds Week: Art with Heart
Heritage Breeds Week: Art with Heart
Explore a variety of loose parts and utilize art materials to create animal-themed art! Heritage Breeds Week is free with General Admission. Learn more about Heritage Breeds week.
Heritage Breeds Week: Act It Out Theater
Heritage Breeds Week: Act It Out Theater
Bring your ideas and creativity to participate in imaginative and dramatic play! Heritage Breeds Week is free with General Admission. Learn more about Heritage Breeds week.
Heritage Breeds Week: Prairie Provisions Shop
Heritage Breeds Week: Prairie Provisions Shop
Stop by this pop-up shop and pick up some hand-crafted goods created with products from Conner Prairie’s very own heritage breed animals! Heritage Breeds Week is free with General Admission. Learn more about Heritage Breeds week.
Heritage Breeds Week: Sheep to Scarf
Heritage Breeds Week: Sheep to Scarf
Watch the youth spinning team as they transform wool all the way from sheep to a finished scarf! Heritage Breeds Week is free with General Admission. Learn more about Heritage Breeds week.
Heritage Breeds Week: Free Range Egg Hunt
Heritage Breeds Week: Free Range Egg Hunt
Join our Prairietown citizens as they search for where the chickens have laid their eggs today! You’ll be surprised to find all the little spots where they’ve hidden their nests. Heritage Breeds Week is free with General Admission. Learn more about Heritage Breeds week.
Heritage Breeds Week Activities
Heritage Breeds Week Activities
At the central hub for Heritage Breeds Week, stop by and explore different activities available at your leisure such as an animal product matching game, coloring sheets, build a breed, forage identification and more! Heritage Breeds Week is free with General Admission. Learn more about Heritage Breeds week.
Heritage Breeds Week: Mayor of Animal Encounters Voting
Heritage Breeds Week: Mayor of Animal Encounters Voting
Cast your vote for the Mayor of Animal Encounters! This will be ongoing for the week in the barn, but on Friday guests will be able to mingle with the candidates at the morning Creature Feature before the winner is announced that afternoon. Heritage Breeds Week is free with General Admission. Learn more about Heritage Breeds week.
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Wheel Thrown Pottery: Evening classes
Wheel Thrown Pottery: Evening classes
Discover the basics of wheel thrown pottery. Students will be able to practice all processes involved in throwing and shaping pottery. Whether a beginner or intermediate student, you will be able to progress at your own rate and develop your skills. All materials and supplies are provided. We ask that you bring a towel to…
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Member Appreciation: Stroller Strides with FIT4MOM
Member Appreciation: Stroller Strides with FIT4MOM
Experience a 1-hour Stroller Strides class by FIT4MOM North Indy. Stroller Strides® is a 60-minute total-body workout with strength, cardio, and core training, all while engaging the little ones in a stroller! You’ll leave class feeling strong, empowered, connected, and energized—no matter your stage of motherhood. One reservation includes an adult and a child in…
Heritage Breeds Week: Mayor of Animal Encounters Voting
Heritage Breeds Week: Mayor of Animal Encounters Voting
Cast your vote for the Mayor of Animal Encounters! This will be ongoing for the week in the barn, but on Friday guests will be able to mingle with the candidates at the morning Creature Feature before the winner is announced that afternoon. Heritage Breeds Week is free with General Admission. Learn more about Heritage Breeds week.
Heritage Breeds Week: Storytime
Heritage Breeds Week: Storytime
Come listen to fun farm animal-related stories read by author and Ag Staff member Chele Denney! Heritage Breeds Week is free with General Admission. Learn more about Heritage Breeds week.
Heritage Breeds Week: Creature Feature
Heritage Breeds Week: Creature Feature
Each day, get the chance to get up close and personal with one of our animals. Depending on the day meet an American Rabbit, our Randall Lineback oxen, a Tunis Sheep, or an Arapawa Goat. Heritage Breeds Week is free with General Admission. Learn more about Heritage Breeds week.
Heritage Breeds Week: Farm activities
Heritage Breeds Week: Farm activities
Try your hand at chores and learn from our staff what life is like on the farm. Locations spread out around the grounds. Heritage Breeds Week is free with General Admission. Learn more about Heritage Breeds week.
Heritage Breeds Week: Storytime
Heritage Breeds Week: Storytime
Come listen to fun farm animal-related stories read by author and Ag Staff member Chele Denney! Heritage Breeds Week is free with General Admission. Learn more about Heritage Breeds week.
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Heritage Breeds Week: Mayor of Animal Encounters Voting
Heritage Breeds Week: Mayor of Animal Encounters Voting
Cast your vote for the Mayor of Animal Encounters! This will be ongoing for the week in the barn, but on Friday guests will be able to mingle with the candidates at the morning Creature Feature before the winner is announced that afternoon. Heritage Breeds Week is free with General Admission. Learn more about Heritage Breeds week.
Heritage Breeds Week: Storytime
Heritage Breeds Week: Storytime
Come listen to fun farm animal-related stories read by author and Ag Staff member Chele Denney! Heritage Breeds Week is free with General Admission. Learn more about Heritage Breeds week.
Heritage Breeds Week: Creature Feature
Heritage Breeds Week: Creature Feature
Each day, get the chance to get up close and personal with one of our animals. Depending on the day meet an American Rabbit, our Randall Lineback oxen, a Tunis Sheep, or an Arapawa Goat. Heritage Breeds Week is free with General Admission. Learn more about Heritage Breeds week.
Heritage Breeds Week: Farm activities
Heritage Breeds Week: Farm activities
Try your hand at chores and learn from our staff what life is like on the farm. Locations spread out around the grounds. Heritage Breeds Week is free with General Admission. Learn more about Heritage Breeds week.
Heritage Breeds Week: Storytime
Heritage Breeds Week: Storytime
Come listen to fun farm animal-related stories read by author and Ag Staff member Chele Denney! Heritage Breeds Week is free with General Admission. Learn more about Heritage Breeds week.
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Heritage Breeds Week: Mayor of Animal Encounters Voting
Heritage Breeds Week: Mayor of Animal Encounters Voting
Cast your vote for the Mayor of Animal Encounters! This will be ongoing for the week in the barn, but on Friday guests will be able to mingle with the candidates at the morning Creature Feature before the winner is announced that afternoon. Heritage Breeds Week is free with General Admission. Learn more about Heritage Breeds week.
Heritage Breeds Week: Storytime
Heritage Breeds Week: Storytime
Come listen to fun farm animal-related stories read by author and Ag Staff member Chele Denney! Heritage Breeds Week is free with General Admission. Learn more about Heritage Breeds week.
Heritage Breeds Week: Creature Feature
Heritage Breeds Week: Creature Feature
Each day, get the chance to get up close and personal with one of our animals. Depending on the day meet an American Rabbit, our Randall Lineback oxen, a Tunis Sheep, or an Arapawa Goat. Heritage Breeds Week is free with General Admission. Learn more about Heritage Breeds week.
Juice and Canvas
Juice and Canvas
Children of all ages are invited to learn and experiment with basic painting techniques while capturing the beauty of the nature around them and enjoying a juicebox. After the 45 minute session, artists will be encouraged to leave their painting to get dry and pick up later in the day to take home. Please Note: General…
Heritage Breeds Week: Farm activities
Heritage Breeds Week: Farm activities
Try your hand at chores and learn from our staff what life is like on the farm. Locations spread out around the grounds. Heritage Breeds Week is free with General Admission. Learn more about Heritage Breeds week.
Juice and Canvas
Juice and Canvas
Children of all ages are invited to learn and experiment with basic painting techniques while capturing the beauty of the nature around them and enjoying a juicebox. After the 45 minute session, artists will be encouraged to leave their painting to get dry and pick up later in the day to take home. Please Note: General…
Juice and Canvas
Juice and Canvas
Children of all ages are invited to learn and experiment with basic painting techniques while capturing the beauty of the nature around them and enjoying a juicebox. After the 45 minute session, artists will be encouraged to leave their painting to get dry and pick up later in the day to take home. Please Note: General…
7 events,
Playtime on the Prairie Ages 0 – 2
Playtime on the Prairie Ages 0 – 2
Playtime on the Prairie for 0-2 year olds is an hour long program designed for early learners and their parents or guardians. During these classes, attendees will have the opportunity to explore natural materials, participate in age-appropriate play invitations, CREATE, PLAY, and LEARN! Children must be accompanied by an adult at no charge. Purchase tickets.
Heritage Breeds Week: Mayor of Animal Encounters Voting
Heritage Breeds Week: Mayor of Animal Encounters Voting
Cast your vote for the Mayor of Animal Encounters! This will be ongoing for the week in the barn, but on Friday guests will be able to mingle with the candidates at the morning Creature Feature before the winner is announced that afternoon. Heritage Breeds Week is free with General Admission. Learn more about Heritage Breeds week.
Heritage Breeds Week: Storytime
Heritage Breeds Week: Storytime
Come listen to fun farm animal-related stories read by author and Ag Staff member Chele Denney! Heritage Breeds Week is free with General Admission. Learn more about Heritage Breeds week.
Heritage Breeds Week: Creature Feature
Heritage Breeds Week: Creature Feature
Each day, get the chance to get up close and personal with one of our animals. Depending on the day meet an American Rabbit, our Randall Lineback oxen, a Tunis Sheep, or an Arapawa Goat. Heritage Breeds Week is free with General Admission. Learn more about Heritage Breeds week.
Heritage Breeds Week: Farm activities
Heritage Breeds Week: Farm activities
Try your hand at chores and learn from our staff what life is like on the farm. Locations spread out around the grounds. Heritage Breeds Week is free with General Admission. Learn more about Heritage Breeds week.
Heritage Breeds Week: Storytime
Heritage Breeds Week: Storytime
Come listen to fun farm animal-related stories read by author and Ag Staff member Chele Denney! Heritage Breeds Week is free with General Admission. Learn more about Heritage Breeds week.
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Black Birders Week
Join us for Indiana’s first-ever Black Birders Week, a week-long program dedicated to uplift Black nature enthusiasts while highlighting the visibility of Black birders in nature. Throughout the week, experience an engaging mix of virtual and in-person events including bird-focused play invitations, Guided Beginner Bird Walks and more! Learn more about the Trails at Conner Prairie.
Black Birders Week: Bird Walks
Black Birders Week: Bird Walks
Experience birds and their habitats by taking a guided bird walk along the Trails at Conner Prairie. Beginner Bird walks are open to birders of all experience levels and will focus on identification strategies. Mindful Bird walks are intentionally slow, sensory experiences which center wellness and nature connection. Some binoculars will be available to borrow;…
Black Birders Week: Bird Walks
Black Birders Week: Bird Walks
Experience birds and their habitats by taking a guided bird walk along the Trails at Conner Prairie. Beginner Bird walks are open to birders of all experience levels and will focus on identification strategies. Mindful Bird walks are intentionally slow, sensory experiences which center wellness and nature connection. Some binoculars will be available to borrow;…
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Open for Memorial Day
Open for Memorial Day
We will be open for Memorial Day from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.! Plan your visit today and purchase tickets.
Black Birders Week: Owl Pellet Dissection
Black Birders Week: Owl Pellet Dissection
Discover how owls connect to their habitats with our Owl Pellet Dissection program. This program encourages all participants to gain a better understanding of an owl’s diet, habitat, and hunting patterns. 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. at Treetop Amphitheater This program is free with daily admission Learn more about Black Birders Week and the importance…
Wheel Thrown Pottery: Evening classes
Wheel Thrown Pottery: Evening classes
Discover the basics of wheel thrown pottery. Students will be able to practice all processes involved in throwing and shaping pottery. Whether a beginner or intermediate student, you will be able to progress at your own rate and develop your skills. All materials and supplies are provided. We ask that you bring a towel to…
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Black Birders Week: Virtual Events
Black Birders Week: Virtual Events
Curious Conversation: What was the first bird you remember witnessing? Who were you with, and what does that memory mean to you? Join Curriculum Specialist, Zoë Morgan, and Nature Engagement Specialist, Michelle Morton, as they share their own stories of birding and the importance of uplifting Black voices in nature. Introduction to Birding: Interested in…
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Black Birders Week: Sunset Stroll
Black Birders Week: Sunset Stroll
Connect with birders and nature enthusiasts to enjoy an evening of conversation, strolling, and sunset views across the prairie. 6:30 - 9 p.m. Hilltop Pavilion and the Trails 6:30 - 7:15 p.m. Enjoy a Make-your-Own Trail mix bar and optional cash bar (alcohol and nonalcoholic options available) at Hilltop Pavilion 7:15 - 8:30 p.m. Join…
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Homeschool Days
Homeschool Days
Join us at Conner Prairie for homeschool day! Any homeschool family can visit Conner Prairie for our current school group rates without the usual requirement of having a group of 15 students or more. These rates are per student with one primary educator free per family and additional adults at the chaperone rate. Give your…
Black Birders Week: Utopia Wildlife Rehabilitators
Black Birders Week: Utopia Wildlife Rehabilitators
Engage with staff from Utopia Wildlife Rehabilitators and explore the importance of conservation, nature and wildlife. Learn about native Indiana animals, animal rehabilitation and the importance of keeping wild animals wild.This program is free with general admission to Homeschool Day and will be held at Treetop Outpost. Utopia Wildlife Rehabilitators are a group of passionate individuals working hard to…
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Black Birders Week: Community Book Discussion: Sparrow Envy
Black Birders Week: Community Book Discussion: Sparrow Envy
Join Indiana Humanities in an engaging conversation around J. Drew Lanham’s book Sparrow Envy. In this book of poetry and prose, renowned naturalist and writer J. Drew Lanham explores his obsession with birds and all things wild. Consider purchasing the book through our partners at Loudmouth Books. Bring a blanket or camp chair, along with a picnic, for…
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Black Birders Week: Pride Walk
Black Birders Week: Pride Walk
Celebrate the first day of Pride Month as it intersects with the final day of Black Birders Week. Join Conner Prairie staff for a guided bird stroll before the museum opens for the day. Some binoculars will be available to borrow; feel free to bring your own. This event is free to attend, but pre-registration…
Member Appreciation: Fishing
Member Appreciation: Fishing
Join us out at the pond for a relaxing morning of fishing. With exclusive access to this serene fishing spot, our members can cast their line and unwind in nature. Fishing supplies will be provided, but personal casting rods are encouraged. Reserve your spot Learn more about the other activities happening during member appreciation month.…
Member Appreciation: Fishing
Member Appreciation: Fishing
Join us out at the pond for a relaxing morning of fishing. With exclusive access to this serene fishing spot, our members can cast their line and unwind in nature. Fishing supplies will be provided, but personal casting rods are encouraged. Reserve your spot Learn more about the other activities happening during member appreciation month.…