Come walk through Big Eastern and help us collect milkweed seeds for our restoration efforts. What to Bring: Long pants and sturdy shoes or rubber boots are recommended. Gloves (and long sleeves) are highly recommended, as stems and surrounding vegetation are highly scabrous and can potentially hurt skin. We encourage you to bring your own […]
Celebrate the changing season with an evening of reflection, restoration, and deep relaxation as we honor the spirit of the Autumn Equinox. As day and night come into balance, nature reminds us to slow down, embrace change, and prepare for the quieter months ahead. This special gathering offers an opportunity to pause, reconnect with yourself, […]
Three Sisters Tuesdays: Building Relationship with the Land Through Community and Stewardship Join us each Tuesday at the Shirley Heinze Land Trust Meadowbrook Garden (109 W 700 N, Valparaiso, IN 46385) for Jibek Mbwakawen’s Three Sisters Tuesdays, a weekly volunteer garden day rooted in Potawatomi values of reciprocity, stewardship, and relationship with the land. Gardeners, artists, […]
Do you have an interest in mid-century architecture, historical preservation, or landscaping? Then this is the project for you! Indiana Landmarks, a statewide non-profit organization dedicated to preserving meaningful places, has moved their Northwest Field Office to the historic Linwood House on Valparaiso University’s campus. As part of the revitalization of this beautiful historic structure, […]
Come walk through Lydick Bog and help us collect seeds for our restoration efforts. Be prepared to work outside. We recommend long sleeves and long socks to prevent insect bites/stings. Conditions on the workday may be wet and will likely be hot. We will provide all the necessary equipment, gear, light snacks, and water. We […]
Celebrate the changing seasons with a guided hike to discover the incredible journey of fall bird migration! As summer gives way to autumn, thousands of birds travel through our area on their way to their winter homes, making this a wonderful time to explore local trails and see what feathered visitors we can find. This […]
Three Sisters Tuesdays: Building Relationship with the Land Through Community and Stewardship Join us each Tuesday at the Shirley Heinze Land Trust Meadowbrook Garden (109 W 700 N, Valparaiso, IN 46385) for Jibek Mbwakawen’s Three Sisters Tuesdays, a weekly volunteer garden day rooted in Potawatomi values of reciprocity, stewardship, and relationship with the land. Gardeners, artists, […]
It's fall, which means it's time for Mushrooms @ Meadowbrook! Equipped with our trusty blacklights, we'll venture into a forest teeming with life where these mystical organisms silently thrive. As the daylight fades, we'll unleash the power of our blacklights, revealing an enchanting glow that illuminates the hidden world of mushrooms. Led by local enthusiast […]
Experience Meadowbrook Nature Preserve in a whole new way with a guided late afternoon soundwalk led by sound artist and acoustic ecologist Eric Leonardson. Instead of focusing on what you see, this unique experience invites you to slow down, listen deeply, and discover the rich tapestry of sounds that bring the preserve to life. As […]
Three Sisters Tuesdays: Building Relationship with the Land Through Community and Stewardship Join us each Tuesday at the Shirley Heinze Land Trust Meadowbrook Garden (109 W 700 N, Valparaiso, IN 46385) for Jibek Mbwakawen’s Three Sisters Tuesdays, a weekly volunteer garden day rooted in Potawatomi values of reciprocity, stewardship, and relationship with the land. Gardeners, artists, […]
