Sep
1
to Sep 30

(NP) Volunteer Opportunity: Trash Trekkers 

Visitor Center: 9:00 am–4:00 pm, Daily

Douglas Center: 9:00 am–4:00 pm, Daily

Lend a hand in our drop-in litter cleanup program. Simply check in at the Visitor Center to receive trash bags, then choose from one of our many beach areas or hiking trails to collect trash. Participants can earn a free, reusable water bottle for filling up their bags. Please leave trash at a trash can on the site you hiked.

For more information, please call Indiana Dunes National Park at (219) 395-1882, check out their FaceBook page, or go to www.nps.gov/indu

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Sep
28
5:00 PM17:00

(NP) Music at the Farm

Unwind with the Save the Tunes Council at the Chellberg Farmhouse for a relaxing evening of folk music and fun. The performance will take place outside on the lawn. Bring a blanket or folding chair.

For more information, please call Indiana Dunes National Park at (219) 395-1882, check out their FaceBook page, or go to www.nps.gov/indu

Many performances by Save the Tunes Council are supported by Friends of Indiana Dunes

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Sep
29
10:00 AM10:00

(SP) Amphibians

Hop on over to the Nature Center where we explore the differences and similarities between some awesome Dunes amphibians with a short hike down to the marsh.

For more information, call the State Park Nature Center at: 219-926-1390, Check out their FaceBook Page, OR go to: Indiana Dunes State Park - State of Indiana

FRIENDS of Indiana Dunes support all nutritional and health needs of the ambassador animals at the Indiana Dunes State Park Nature Center.

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Oct
1
to Oct 31

(NP) Volunteer Opportunity: Trash Trekkers 

Visitor Center: 9:00 am–4:00 pm, Daily

Douglas Center: 9:00 am–4:00 pm, Daily

Lend a hand in our drop-in litter cleanup program. Simply check in at the Visitor Center to receive trash bags, then choose from one of our many beach areas or hiking trails to collect trash. Participants can earn a free, reusable water bottle for filling up their bags. Please leave trash at a trash can on the site you hiked.

For more information, please call Indiana Dunes National Park at (219) 395-1882, check out their FaceBook page, or go to www.nps.gov/indu

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Oct
4
9:00 AM09:00

(NP) Volunteer Opportunity: Porter Beach Restoration

Meet in the Porter Beach parking lot and team up with staff and fellow volunteers to help care for your national park! Equipment will be provided —just bring your energy and love for the great outdoors. RSVP at (219) 221-7098 or indu_volunteer@nps.gov. .

For more information, please call Indiana Dunes National Park at (219) 395-1882, check out their FaceBook page, or go to www.nps.gov/indu

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Oct
4
1:00 PM13:00

(NP) Chellberg Farm Open House & Feeding Time at the Farm

Stop by the historic Chellberg Farm to tour the farmhouse and visit the animals. Volunteers will be on site to share the area’s history. After the open house (4:00pm - 4:30pm), feel free to help the volunteers feed the resident farm animals.

For more information, please call Indiana Dunes National Park at (219) 395-1882, check out their FaceBook page, or go to www.nps.gov/indu

Many of the supplies and materials (including animal care) needed for these programs are made available by FRIENDS of Indiana Dunes.

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Oct
4
7:30 PM19:30

(NP) Stargazing at Kemil Beach

Join Michiana Astronomical Society and fellow astronomy lovers to enjoy our night sky from one of the darkest spots in Indiana Dunes National Park. Telescopes will be provided for your viewing pleasure. Please plan to arrive early to ensure parking and the safety of other visitors.

For more information contact Indiana Dunes National Park at www.nps.gov/indu or call (219) 395-1882

FRIENDS of Indiana Dunes proudly supplied a telescope to the Indiana Dunes National Park for their stargazing programs.

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Oct
5
1:00 PM13:00

(NP) Chellberg Farm Open House

Stop by the historic Chellberg Farm to tour the farmhouse and visit the animals. Rangers and volunteers will be on site to share the area’s history.

For more information, please call Indiana Dunes National Park at (219) 395-1882, check out their FaceBook page, or go to www.nps.gov/indu

Many of the supplies and materials needed for this program are made available by Friends of Indiana Dunes.

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Oct
5
1:30 PM13:30

(NP) Critter Time Open House

Come learn about the ambassador animals at the Paul H. Douglas Center for Environmental Education! Find out why they're special, what they eat, where they live, and how park staff cares for them. Visit and find answers to these questions and more!

For more information, please call Indiana Dunes National Park at (219) 395-1882, check out their FaceBook page, or go to www.nps.gov/indu

FRIENDS of Indiana Dunes support all nutritional and health needs of the ambassador animals at the Indiana Dunes National Park - Paul H. Douglas Center for Environmental Education.

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Oct
5
7:00 PM19:00

(SP) Full Moon Hike

Enjoy the beautiful full moon and night sky on this special event hike from the Nature Center to Lake Michigan and back.

For more information, call the State Park Nature Center at: 219-926-1390, Check out their FaceBook Page, OR go to: Indiana Dunes State Park - State of Indiana

FRIENDS of Indiana Dunes proudly supply most of the dark sky safety equipment used during Full Moon and other Night Hikes.

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Oct
11
1:00 PM13:00

(NP) Chellberg Farm Open House & Feeding Time at the Farm

Stop by the historic Chellberg Farm to tour the farmhouse and visit the animals. Volunteers will be on site to share the area’s history. After the open house (4:00pm - 4:30pm), feel free to help the volunteers feed the resident farm animals.

For more information, please call Indiana Dunes National Park at (219) 395-1882, check out their FaceBook page, or go to www.nps.gov/indu

Many of the supplies and materials (including animal care) needed for these programs are made available by FRIENDS of Indiana Dunes.

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Oct
11
1:00 PM13:00

(NP) Art in the National Park 

Learn how to paint your own dunes-inspired painting with local artist from the Art Barn (www.artbarnschool.org). Meet at the Paul H. Douglas Center for Environmental Education. Reservations are required and can be made at www.recreation.gov. There is a $25 fee for the program.

For more information contact Indiana Dunes National Park at www.nps.gov/indu or call (219) 395-1882

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Oct
12
1:00 PM13:00

(NP) Chellberg Farm Open House

Stop by the historic Chellberg Farm to tour the farmhouse and visit the animals. Rangers and volunteers will be on site to share the area’s history.

For more information, please call Indiana Dunes National Park at (219) 395-1882, check out their FaceBook page, or go to www.nps.gov/indu

Many of the supplies and materials needed for this program are made available by Friends of Indiana Dunes.

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Oct
12
1:30 PM13:30

(NP) Critter Time Open House

Come learn about the ambassador animals at the Paul H. Douglas Center for Environmental Education! Find out why they're special, what they eat, where they live, and how park staff cares for them. Visit and find answers to these questions and more!

For more information, please call Indiana Dunes National Park at (219) 395-1882, check out their FaceBook page, or go to www.nps.gov/indu

FRIENDS of Indiana Dunes support all nutritional and health needs of the ambassador animals at the Indiana Dunes National Park - Paul H. Douglas Center for Environmental Education.

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Oct
17
to Oct 18

(SP) 36th Annual NW Indiana Storytelling Festival

All programs are outdoors unless inclement weather:

Friday, October 17th 7:00pm-8:00pm: “Campfire Stories & Sweet Treats” Northwest Indiana Storytellers celebrate their 35th annual event! Come and join us for fun stories at the campground shelter next to site #116. Parking is available at the Nature Center or Campground Gate overflow parking lots.

Treats at the campfire are provided by Friends of Indiana Dunes.

Saturday, October 18th 10:30am to Noon: “Stories for Children” Just outside the Nature Center, around the fire ring, stories for all ages will come to life with the help of a variety of props, thingamajigs, or puppets to enthrall the listener.

1:00pm to 2:30pm: “Storytellers Favorites” Come to the Nature Center’s Outdoor Fire Ring to hear the stories that each storyteller loves to tell over and over.

2:30pm-3:30pm: “Stories from Around the World & Open Mic” Join us at the Nature Center’s Fire Ring where stories will be shared from around the world. Then the floor will be open to anyone wanting to share their favorite story, poem or song.

5:30pm-8:00pm: “Ghost Stories!” A night of fright awaits you in this open-air concert at the Nature Center’s Fire Ring for the 32nd year in a row! Bring a blanket, lawn chair and a friend to hold on to as this program will feature a collection of spooky tales. Two special story sessions will take place.

5:30pm - 6:30pm: Children age 7 and under are encouraged to listen to the tales.

7:00pm - 8:00pm: Stories for ages 8 and up.

Apple cider & cookies provided by Friends of Indiana Dunes.

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Oct
17
7:30 PM19:30

(NP) Music Heritage Series Concert

Immerse yourself in an unforgettable evening of music and melody with The Save the Tunes Council, a dedicated collective of local musicians, passionate about keeping folk songs alive with an array of traditional instruments. Don’t miss this chance to experience the rich sounds and stories of our musical heritage! Meet at Bailly/Chellberg Visitor Contact Station. NOTE: Moved to new location due to construction at the Indiana Dunes Visitor Center.

For more information, please call Indiana Dunes National Park at (219) 395-1882, check out their FaceBook page, or go to www.nps.gov/indu

Many performances by Save the Tunes Council are supported by Friends of Indiana Dunes.

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Oct
18
9:00 AM09:00

(NP) Drop-in Volunteering: Chellberg Farm Care

Work with a ranger and fellow volunteers to help care for the park’s historic farm. Dress comfortably and get ready to roll up your sleeves - work gloves and equipment will be provided. Meet at Bailly Homestead/Chellberg Farm parking lot.

For more information, please call: (219) 221-7098 or go to indu_volunteer@nps.gov.

Many of the supplies and materials need for this volunteer opportunity are made available by Friends of Indiana Dunes.

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Oct
18
1:00 PM13:00

(NP) Chellberg Farm Open House & Feeding Time at the Farm

Stop by the historic Chellberg Farm to tour the farmhouse and visit the animals. Volunteers will be on site to share the area’s history. After the open house (4:00pm - 4:30pm), feel free to help the volunteers feed the resident farm animals.

For more information, please call Indiana Dunes National Park at (219) 395-1882, check out their FaceBook page, or go to www.nps.gov/indu

Many of the supplies and materials (including animal care) needed for these programs are made available by FRIENDS of Indiana Dunes.

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Oct
19
1:00 PM13:00

(NP) Chellberg Farm Open House

Stop by the historic Chellberg Farm to tour the farmhouse and visit the animals. Rangers and volunteers will be on site to share the area’s history.

For more information, please call Indiana Dunes National Park at (219) 395-1882, check out their FaceBook page, or go to www.nps.gov/indu

Many of the supplies and materials needed for this program are made available by Friends of Indiana Dunes.

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Oct
19
1:30 PM13:30

(NP) Critter Time Open House

Come learn about the ambassador animals at the Paul H. Douglas Center for Environmental Education! Find out why they're special, what they eat, where they live, and how park staff cares for them. Visit and find answers to these questions and more!

For more information, please call Indiana Dunes National Park at (219) 395-1882, check out their FaceBook page, or go to www.nps.gov/indu

FRIENDS of Indiana Dunes support all nutritional and health needs of the ambassador animals at the Indiana Dunes National Park - Paul H. Douglas Center for Environmental Education.

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Oct
25
8:30 AM08:30

(NP) Rail Rangers South Shore Train Program

Join the Midwest Rail Rangers on the South Shore Line and learn about the sights outside the window, including the south side of Chicago, the historic steel-making area of Northwest Indiana, and the Indiana Dunes National Park.

East Bound, Train # 503: Millennium Station, Chicago to South Bend Station (8:30 am–11:38 am)

West Bound, train # 506: South Bend Station to Millennium Station, Chicago (1:14 pm–2:27 pm)

The program is provided at no additional cost to passengers, however those riding must purchase a valid train ticket. Passengers can hop on, or off, at various locations along the route. Train schedules may change, check mysouthshoreline.com for updates.

For more information visit railrangers.org and select "Upcoming Programs."

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Oct
25
1:00 PM13:00

(NP) Chellberg Farm Open House & Feeding Time at the Farm

Stop by the historic Chellberg Farm to tour the farmhouse and visit the animals. Volunteers will be on site to share the area’s history. After the open house (4:00pm - 4:30pm), feel free to help the volunteers feed the resident farm animals.

For more information, please call Indiana Dunes National Park at (219) 395-1882, check out their FaceBook page, or go to www.nps.gov/indu

Many of the supplies and materials (including animal care) needed for these programs are made available by FRIENDS of Indiana Dunes.

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Oct
26
1:00 PM13:00

(NP) Chellberg Farm Open House

Stop by the historic Chellberg Farm to tour the farmhouse and visit the animals. Rangers and volunteers will be on site to share the area’s history.

For more information, please call Indiana Dunes National Park at (219) 395-1882, check out their FaceBook page, or go to www.nps.gov/indu

Many of the supplies and materials needed for this program are made available by Friends of Indiana Dunes.

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Oct
26
1:30 PM13:30

(NP) Critter Time Open House

Come learn about the ambassador animals at the Paul H. Douglas Center for Environmental Education! Find out why they're special, what they eat, where they live, and how park staff cares for them. Visit and find answers to these questions and more!

For more information, please call Indiana Dunes National Park at (219) 395-1882, check out their FaceBook page, or go to www.nps.gov/indu

FRIENDS of Indiana Dunes support all nutritional and health needs of the ambassador animals at the Indiana Dunes National Park - Paul H. Douglas Center for Environmental Education.

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Nov
1
to Nov 30

(NP) Volunteer Opportunity: Trash Trekkers 

Visitor Center: 9:00 am–4:00 pm, Daily

Douglas Center: 9:00 am–4:00 pm, Daily

Lend a hand in our drop-in litter cleanup program. Simply check in at the Visitor Center to receive trash bags, then choose from one of our many beach areas or hiking trails to collect trash. Participants can earn a free, reusable water bottle for filling up their bags. Please leave trash at a trash can on the site you hiked.

For more information, please call Indiana Dunes National Park at (219) 395-1882, check out their FaceBook page, or go to www.nps.gov/indu

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Nov
15
9:00 AM09:00

(NP) Drop-in Volunteering: Chellberg Farm Care

Work with a ranger and fellow volunteers to help care for the park’s historic farm. Dress comfortably and get ready to roll up your sleeves - work gloves and equipment will be provided. Meet at Bailly Homestead/Chellberg Farm parking lot.

For more information, please call: (219) 221-7098 or go to indu_volunteer@nps.gov.

Many of the supplies and materials need for this volunteer opportunity are made available by Friends of Indiana Dunes.

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Dec
1
to Dec 31

(NP) Volunteer Opportunity: Trash Trekkers 

Visitor Center: 9:00 am–4:00 pm, Daily

Douglas Center: 9:00 am–4:00 pm, Daily

Lend a hand in our drop-in litter cleanup program. Simply check in at the Visitor Center to receive trash bags, then choose from one of our many beach areas or hiking trails to collect trash. Participants can earn a free, reusable water bottle for filling up their bags. Please leave trash at a trash can on the site you hiked.

For more information, please call Indiana Dunes National Park at (219) 395-1882, check out their FaceBook page, or go to www.nps.gov/indu

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Dec
5
6:00 PM18:00

(SP) Full Moon Hike

Enjoy the beautiful full moon and night sky on this special event hike from the Nature Center to Lake Michigan and back.

For more information, call the State Park Nature Center at: 219-926-1390, Check out their FaceBook Page, OR go to: Indiana Dunes State Park - State of Indiana

FRIENDS of Indiana Dunes proudly supply most of the dark sky safety equipment used during Full Moon and other Night Hikes.

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Dec
20
9:00 AM09:00

(NP) Drop-in Volunteering: Chellberg Farm Care

Work with a ranger and fellow volunteers to help care for the park’s historic farm. Dress comfortably and get ready to roll up your sleeves - work gloves and equipment will be provided. Meet at Bailly Homestead/Chellberg Farm parking lot.

For more information, please call: (219) 221-7098 or go to indu_volunteer@nps.gov.

Many of the supplies and materials need for this volunteer opportunity are made available by Friends of Indiana Dunes.

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Sep
28
1:30 PM13:30

(NP) Critter Time Open House

Come learn about the ambassador animals at the Paul H. Douglas Center for Environmental Education! Find out why they're special, what they eat, where they live, and how park staff cares for them. Visit and find answers to these questions and more!

For more information, please call Indiana Dunes National Park at (219) 395-1882, check out their FaceBook page, or go to www.nps.gov/indu

FRIENDS of Indiana Dunes support all nutritional and health needs of the ambassador animals at the Indiana Dunes National Park - Paul H. Douglas Center for Environmental Education.

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Sep
28
1:00 PM13:00

(NP) Chellberg Farm Open House

Stop by the historic Chellberg Farm to tour the farmhouse and visit the animals. Rangers and volunteers will be on site to share the area’s history.

For more information, please call Indiana Dunes National Park at (219) 395-1882, check out their FaceBook page, or go to www.nps.gov/indu

Many of the supplies and materials needed for this program are made available by Friends of Indiana Dunes.

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Sep
28
10:00 AM10:00

(SP) Dunes Prairie Wild Edibles Walk

Walk Meet at the West Lot parking lot to travel the steps up to Trail 3. While hiking through the Dunes Prairie Nature Preserve, the naturalist will help identify edible plants that you maybe didn’t know are found in the dunes!

For more information, call the State Park Nature Center at: 219-926-1390, Check out their FaceBook Page, OR go to: Indiana Dunes State Park - State of Indiana

FRIENDS of Indiana Dunes proudly supplied the needed finances for the wild edible field guides used for this hike.

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Sep
27
8:00 PM20:00

(SP) Singing Sands Stargaze

Bring a blanket and join us at the West Lot parking lot and beach for an annual event with local astronomers from the Calumet Astronomical Society. Several telescopes will be set up as well as periodic constellation talks.

For more information, call the State Park Nature Center at: 219-926-1390, Check out their FaceBook Page, OR go to: Indiana Dunes State Park - State of Indiana

FRIENDS of Indiana Dunes proudly supplied a telescope and other night sky program supplies to the Indiana Dunes State Park for their stargazing programs.

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Sep
27
1:00 PM13:00

(NP) Chellberg Farm Open House & Feeding Time at the Farm

Stop by the historic Chellberg Farm to tour the farmhouse and visit the animals. Volunteers will be on site to share the area’s history. After the open house (4:00pm - 4:30pm), feel free to help the volunteers feed the resident farm animals.

For more information, please call Indiana Dunes National Park at (219) 395-1882, check out their FaceBook page, or go to www.nps.gov/indu

Many of the supplies and materials (including animal care) needed for these programs are made available by FRIENDS of Indiana Dunes.

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Sep
27
10:00 AM10:00

(SP) Sensational Sassafras: Sassafras is so cool!

Sassafras is so cool! Take a short hike with a naturalist to learn about this amazing tree. Upon return, you will be able to make a craft using sassafras and you might even get to taste some!

For more information, call the State Park Nature Center at: 219-926-1390, Check out their FaceBook Page, OR go to: Indiana Dunes State Park - State of Indiana

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Sep
27
9:00 AM09:00

(NP) Volunteer Opportunity: National Public Lands Day Clean-up

National Public Lands Day is the nation’s largest hands-on volunteer effort to improve and enhance America’s public lands. Meet in West Beach parking lot and join staff and fellow volunteers to help improve one of our many native habitats. Wear comfortable clothes; work gloves and equipment will be provided.

 For more information, please call Indiana Dunes National Park at (219) 395-1882, check out their FaceBook page, or go to www.nps.gov/indu

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Sep
26
9:00 AM09:00

(SP) Photo Scavenger Hunt

We have prizes and a fun list of nature objects to hunt for! You bring your camera or phone for this fun game!

For more information, call the State Park Nature Center at: 219-926-1390, Check out their FaceBook Page, OR go to: Indiana Dunes State Park - State of Indiana

FRIENDS of Indiana Dunes proudly supply the prizes awarded for this Photo Scavenger Hunt.

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Sep
24
10:00 AM10:00

(SP) Salamander Gander

Come to the Nature Center to learn about these amazing creatures. Then we will head out for a short walk to try and find some salamanders in the park.

For more information, call the State Park Nature Center at: 219-926-1390, Check out their FaceBook Page, OR go to: Indiana Dunes State Park - State of Indiana.

FRIENDS of Indiana Dunes support all nutritional and health needs of the ambassador animals at the Indiana Dunes State Park Nature Center.

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Sep
22
10:00 AM10:00

(SP) Amphibians

Hop on over to the Nature Center where we explore the differences and similarities between some awesome Dunes amphibians with a short hike down to the marsh.

For more information, call the State Park Nature Center at: 219-926-1390, Check out their FaceBook Page, OR go to: Indiana Dunes State Park - State of Indiana

FRIENDS of Indiana Dunes support all nutritional and health needs of the ambassador animals at the Indiana Dunes State Park Nature Center.

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Sep
21
1:30 PM13:30

(NP) Critter Time Open House

Come learn about the ambassador animals at the Paul H. Douglas Center for Environmental Education! Find out why they're special, what they eat, where they live, and how park staff cares for them. Visit and find answers to these questions and more!

For more information, please call Indiana Dunes National Park at (219) 395-1882, check out their FaceBook page, or go to www.nps.gov/indu

FRIENDS of Indiana Dunes support all nutritional and health needs of the ambassador animals at the Indiana Dunes National Park - Paul H. Douglas Center for Environmental Education.

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Sep
21
1:00 PM13:00

(NP) Chellberg Farm Open House

Stop by the historic Chellberg Farm to tour the farmhouse and visit the animals. Rangers and volunteers will be on site to share the area’s history.

For more information, please call Indiana Dunes National Park at (219) 395-1882, check out their FaceBook page, or go to www.nps.gov/indu

Many of the supplies and materials needed for this program are made available by Friends of Indiana Dunes.

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Sep
21
10:00 AM10:00

(SP) Bird Observatory/Prickly Pear Hike

Join a naturalist at the beach Pavilion for a 1.5-mile trek to Trail 3. You will see a spectacular view of the state park while keeping an eye out for Indiana’s only native cactus!

For more information, call the State Park Nature Center at: 219-926-1390, Check out their FaceBook Page, OR go to: Indiana Dunes State Park - State of Indiana

FRIENDS of Indiana Dunes proudly supply the needed finances for the field guides and other supplies used for this hike.

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Sep
21
10:00 AM10:00

(SP) First Day of Fall: Hike to Beach House Blowout and Back!!!

Join the Naturalist at the Nature Center to embark on this moderate hike with spectacular views. We will look for signs of fall along the way. Hike is 1.5 – 2 hrs.

For more information, call the State Park Nature Center at: 219-926-1390, Check out their FaceBook Page, OR go to: Indiana Dunes State Park - State of Indiana

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Sep
20
2:00 PM14:00

(SP) JD Marshall History Talk

Meet the Naturalist at the Nature Center’s auditorium to learn about one of Lake Michigan's shipwreck stories.

For more information, call the State Park Nature Center at: 219-926-1390, Check out their FaceBook Page, OR go to: Indiana Dunes State Park - State of Indiana

FRIENDS of Indiana Dunes happily provided additional support for the remodeling of the JD Marshall Exhibit within the Nature Center.

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Sep
20
1:00 PM13:00

(NP) Chellberg Farm Open House & Feeding Time at the Farm

Stop by the historic Chellberg Farm to tour the farmhouse and visit the animals. Volunteers will be on site to share the area’s history. After the open house (4:00pm - 4:30pm), feel free to help the volunteers feed the resident farm animals.

For more information, please call Indiana Dunes National Park at (219) 395-1882, check out their FaceBook page, or go to www.nps.gov/indu

Many of the supplies and materials (including animal care) needed for these programs are made available by FRIENDS of Indiana Dunes.

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Sep
20
12:30 PM12:30

(NP) End of Summer Open House at Chellberg Farm

Wrap up the summer with our amazing park Volunteers at Chellberg Farm! Step inside the historic house, craft your very own clove apple, and try your hand at games and pastimes that kept folks entertained back in the 1800s.

For more information, please call Indiana Dunes National Park at (219) 395-1882, check out their FaceBook page, or go to www.nps.gov/indu

Many of the supplies and materials (including animal care) needed for these programs are made available by FRIENDS of Indiana Dunes.

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Sep
20
11:00 AM11:00

Indiana Dunes State Park Centennial Kickoff Celebration

A century has passed since the Indiana Dunes were designated as the 4th Indiana State Park. Yhis is a significant milesione worth celebrating! We welcome the public to join us in commemorating our 100th year as Indiana Dunes State Park. Park Staff and FRIENDS of Indiana Dunes will speak followed by refreshments and a historical hike. This event will be held outside on the east pad of the Beach Pavilion. Hope to see you there.

For more information, call the State Park Nature Center at: 219-926-1390, Check out their FaceBook Page, OR go to: Indiana Dunes State Park - State of Indiana

FRIENDS of Indiana Dunes are proud to co-host this milestone Centennial event.

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Sep
20
9:00 AM09:00

(NP) Drop-in Volunteering: Chellberg Farm Care

Work with a ranger and fellow volunteers to help care for the park’s historic farm. Dress comfortably and get ready to roll up your sleeves - work gloves and equipment will be provided. Meet at Bailly Homestead/Chellberg Farm parking lot.

For more information, please call: (219) 221-7098 or go to indu_volunteer@nps.gov.

Many of the supplies and materials need for this volunteer opportunity are made available by Friends of Indiana Dunes.

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Sep
19
7:30 PM19:30

(NP) Music Heritage Series Concert

Enjoy an evening of folk music with The Save the Tunes Council, local musicians keeping traditional songs alive with classic instruments.

Meet at Bailly/Chellberg Visitor Contact Station.  Location has changed due to construction at the Visitor Center. Moved to new location due to construction at the Indiana Dunes Visitor Center.

For more information, please call Indiana Dunes National Park at (219) 395-1882, check out their FaceBook page, or go to www.nps.gov/indu.

Many performances by Save the Tunes Council are supported by Friends of Indiana Dunes.

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Sep
19
9:00 AM09:00

(SP) Photo Scavenger Hunt

We have prizes and a fun list of nature objects to hunt for! You bring your camera or phone for this fun game!

For more information, call the State Park Nature Center at: 219-926-1390, Check out their FaceBook Page, OR go to: Indiana Dunes State Park - State of Indiana

FRIENDS of Indiana Dunes proudly supply the prizes awarded for this Photo Scavenger Hunt.

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Sep
15
10:00 AM10:00

(SP) Amphibians

Hop on over to the Nature Center where we explore the differences and similarities between some awesome Dunes amphibians with a short hike down to the marsh.

For more information, call the State Park Nature Center at: 219-926-1390, Check out their FaceBook Page, OR go to: Indiana Dunes State Park - State of Indiana

FRIENDS of Indiana Dunes support all nutritional and health needs of the ambassador animals at the Indiana Dunes State Park Nature Center.

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Sep
14
5:00 PM17:00

(NP) Music at the Farm

Unwind with the Save the Tunes Council at the Chellberg Farmhouse for a relaxing evening of folk music and fun. The performance will take place outside on the lawn. Bring a blanket or folding chair.

For more information, please call Indiana Dunes National Park at (219) 395-1882, check out their FaceBook page, or go to www.nps.gov/indu

Many performances by Save the Tunes Council are supported by Friends of Indiana Dunes

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Sep
14
2:00 PM14:00

(SP) Critter Dinner

Jump, slither, or turtle crawl over to the Nature Center Auditorium to see our resident critters eat their meals!

For more information, call the State Park Nature Center at: 219-926-1390, Check out their FaceBook Page, OR go to: Indiana Dunes State Park - State of Indiana

FRIENDS of Indiana Dunes support all nutritional and health needs of the ambassador animals at the Indiana Dunes State Park Nature Center.

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Sep
14
1:30 PM13:30

(NP) Critter Time Open House

Come learn about the ambassador animals at the Paul H. Douglas Center for Environmental Education! Find out why they're special, what they eat, where they live, and how park staff cares for them. Visit and find answers to these questions and more!

For more information, please call Indiana Dunes National Park at (219) 395-1882, check out their FaceBook page, or go to www.nps.gov/indu

FRIENDS of Indiana Dunes support all nutritional and health needs of the ambassador animals at the Indiana Dunes National Park - Paul H. Douglas Center for Environmental Education.

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