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Weekend Programs at Spring Mill State Park (Cave River Valley Day)

August 20, 2021 - August 22, 2021

WEEKEND INTERPRETIVE PROGRAMS

 

Friday, August 20th  

11 am: Fantastic Birds and Where to Find Them– Join Naturalist Emilie on a hike around Spring Mill Lake to learn about our native birds and waterfowl and how to identify them. Meet at the Lakeview Activity Center. 1 mile. Partially Rugged. 50 minutes.

3 pm: Creek Stomp– Help Naturalist Morgan find some macro invertebrates and dip your feet into Mill Creek. Meet by Pioneer Village Concessions (Ordinary). 30 minutes.

 

Saturday, August 21st

Cave River Valley Day!

Beautiful scenery!  No restrooms. Please plan accordingly. Bring water, snacks, bug spray, and a change of shoes. Water shoes or boots recommended. Attend the event any time between 10 am-12 pm and get entered into a drawing to win a 2021 Annual Indiana State Park Pass!

Address to Cave River Valley:
6031-6871 N. Cave River Valley Rd. Campbellsburg, IN 47108

10 am-2pm: History Talk and Table– See old photos and hear stories of the past

10:30 am: Wildflowers of Cave River Valley– Join the naturalist for a 30 minutes rugged hike.

11 am: River Cave and Old Grist Mill Hike– A short rugged hike with some great history!

11:30 am: History Hike– Join Tony for a guided hike that will take you to Endless Cave, Bear Den Cave, and Lovers Leap. 45 mins.

12 pm: Endless Cave Tour– 2 hours. Must preregister by August 18th.

9 pm: Full Sturgeon Moon HikeMeet volunteer Anthony at Oak Ridge Shelter for an easy night hike on trail 7. Good hiking shoes, walking sticks and red flashlights are recommended for night hikes! 1.75 miles.

 

Sunday, August 22nd

10 am: Bats-Our Insect Devouring Flying MammalPlease join Chris at the Lakeview Activity Center as we learn about the natural benefits that bats provide. 30 minutes.

 

PARK ENTRY FEE MAY APPLY
$7 FOR INDIANA RESIDENTS
$9 FOR OUT-OF-STATE RESIDENTS

PLEASE CONTACT THE PARK OFFICE FOR MORE INFORMATION
(812)849-3534

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Start:
August 20, 2021
End:
August 22, 2021
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Spring Mill State Park
3333 SR 60 East
Mitchell, IN 47446 United States
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Phone:
812-849-3534
Website:
https://www.in.gov/dnr/parklake/2968.htm
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