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Bloomington Parks and Recreation's "Great Outdoors" programs introduce people of all ages to the mystery and beauty of our natural world.
All Great Outdoor program registration fees are per person, unless otherwise noted. Children under age 12 years must be accompanied by a registered adult. Programs occur both inside and outside, so please dress for the weather.
Arbor Day
Celebrate Arbor Day in Indiana on the last Friday in April and continue Bloomington's tree-planting tradition!
Friday, April 24 from 9 a.m.-noon at Rogers Family Park, 2000 E. Winslow Rd. in Bloomington
Assist Parks and Recreation urban forestry staff as they plant trees along the Jackson Creek Trail, and take home a free tree seedling while supplies last. Tree planting volunteers will help dig and widen holes to plant balled and burlapped trees, move trees into planting position, and spread mulch. Volunteers ages 14 yrs. and older are welcome!
Gloves and shovels are provided; meet at the red barn at Rogers Family Park. Vehicle parking is available inside the entrance to Rogers Family Park south of the Winslow-High-Rogers roundabout. Additional vehicle parking is available at Sherwood Oaks Park and at Olcott Park.
Rooted in Nature
Nature & the Outdoors Programs
- Earth Day - April 18 at Switchyard Park
- Arbor Day - April 24 at Rogers Family Park