BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//ACRES Land Trust - ECPv6.16.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://acreslandtrust.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for ACRES Land Trust REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Indiana/Indianapolis BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260603T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260603T193000 DTSTAMP:20260601T191035 CREATED:20260508T210034Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T173947Z UID:10000329-1780509600-1780515000@acreslandtrust.org SUMMARY:Dragonfly Hike DESCRIPTION:Watch for dragonflies as they hunt for an evening meal along the trails! ACRES Outreach Manager (and dragonfly enthusiast) Reena Ramos will help spot these fast-flying insects.\nSpace is limited. RSVP by June 1. \nRSVP Now URL:https://acreslandtrust.org/event/dragonfly-hike/ LOCATION:Vandolah Nature Preserve\, 16151 Tother Road\, Leo\, 46765\, United States CATEGORIES:Hike ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://acreslandtrust.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/2026.06.03_Vandolah_DragonflyHike.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="ACRES Land Trust":MAILTO:acres@acreslandtrust.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260615T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260615T103000 DTSTAMP:20260601T191035 CREATED:20260508T210008Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T173917Z UID:10000348-1781517600-1781519400@acreslandtrust.org SUMMARY:Family Storytime Hike DESCRIPTION:Listen to a nature-themed tale along the trails! Start with a welcome song and stay after for an optional exploration hike. This series is geared towards ages 3-6 but all welcome! Hosted by Christina Dearth. URL:https://acreslandtrust.org/event/family-storytime/2026-06-15/ LOCATION:ACRES Land Trust Office\, 1802 Chapman Road\, Huntertown\, IN\, 46748\, United States CATEGORIES:Family ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://acreslandtrust.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/FamilyStorytimeHike.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="ACRES Land Trust":MAILTO:acres@acreslandtrust.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260626T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260626T100000 DTSTAMP:20260601T191035 CREATED:20260526T172544Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T125050Z UID:10000361-1782468000-1782468000@acreslandtrust.org SUMMARY:Hikes & Bites DESCRIPTION:Explore the forested ravines at McNabb-Walter Nature Preserve during this casual hike led by ACRES volunteers Kathy and Doug. \n Afterward\, join the group for a local lunch stop at Steady Eddy’s in Leo. URL:https://acreslandtrust.org/event/hikes-bites-4/ LOCATION:McNabb-Walter Nature Preserve\, 16138 Davis Road\, Spencerville\, IN\, 46788 CATEGORIES:Hike ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://acreslandtrust.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Hikes-Bite-Photo-1.webp ORGANIZER;CN="ACRES Land Trust":MAILTO:acres@acreslandtrust.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260627T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260627T153000 DTSTAMP:20260601T191035 CREATED:20260508T210047Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T174017Z UID:10000330-1782568800-1782574200@acreslandtrust.org SUMMARY:Book Discussion (Member Event) DESCRIPTION:Join fellow members for a summer book discussion of “A Girl of the Limberlost” by Gene Stratton-Porter. This classic follows a young woman who finds wonder\, purpose and independence in the natural world. Come ready to share your thoughts! \nHosted by volunteers Jeri Kornegay and Joe Conrad. \nSpace is limited. RSVP by June 25. \nRSVP Now URL:https://acreslandtrust.org/event/book-discussion-member-event/ LOCATION:ACRES Land Trust Office\, 1802 Chapman Road\, Huntertown\, IN\, 46748\, United States CATEGORIES:Book Discussion,Member Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://acreslandtrust.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/2026.06.27_BookDiscussion-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="ACRES Land Trust":MAILTO:acres@acreslandtrust.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260706T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260706T103000 DTSTAMP:20260601T191035 CREATED:20260508T210008Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T173917Z UID:10000349-1783332000-1783333800@acreslandtrust.org SUMMARY:Family Storytime Hike DESCRIPTION:Listen to a nature-themed tale along the trails! Start with a welcome song and stay after for an optional exploration hike. This series is geared towards ages 3-6 but all welcome! Hosted by Christina Dearth. URL:https://acreslandtrust.org/event/family-storytime/2026-07-06/ LOCATION:ACRES Land Trust Office\, 1802 Chapman Road\, Huntertown\, IN\, 46748\, United States CATEGORIES:Family ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://acreslandtrust.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/FamilyStorytimeHike.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="ACRES Land Trust":MAILTO:acres@acreslandtrust.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260718T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260718T143000 DTSTAMP:20260601T191035 CREATED:20260508T210039Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T174024Z UID:10000336-1784379600-1784385000@acreslandtrust.org SUMMARY:New Member Open House DESCRIPTION:Are you new to ACRES? This open-house-style event allows you to meet other members and discover how your support helps protect local land. Come when you can\, leave when you must. Refreshments provided. URL:https://acreslandtrust.org/event/new-member-open-house-2/ LOCATION:ACRES Land Trust Office\, 1802 Chapman Road\, Huntertown\, IN\, 46748\, United States CATEGORIES:Member Event,Open House ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://acreslandtrust.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/2026.07.18_Dustin_NewMemberOpenHouse.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="ACRES Land Trust":MAILTO:acres@acreslandtrust.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260720T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260720T170000 DTSTAMP:20260601T191035 CREATED:20260508T210008Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T173917Z UID:10000350-1784534400-1784566800@acreslandtrust.org SUMMARY:Family Storytime Hike DESCRIPTION:Listen to a nature-themed tale along the trails! Start with a welcome song and stay after for an optional exploration hike. This series is geared towards ages 3-6 but all welcome! Hosted by Christina Dearth. URL:https://acreslandtrust.org/event/family-storytime/2026-07-20/ LOCATION:ACRES Land Trust Office\, 1802 Chapman Road\, Huntertown\, IN\, 46748\, United States CATEGORIES:Family ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://acreslandtrust.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/FamilyStorytimeHike.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="ACRES Land Trust":MAILTO:acres@acreslandtrust.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260724T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260724T100000 DTSTAMP:20260601T191035 CREATED:20260526T174129Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T125004Z UID:10000362-1784887200-1784887200@acreslandtrust.org SUMMARY:Hikes & Bites DESCRIPTION:Enjoy views of the Maumee River at Blue Cast Springs during this casual hike led by ACRES volunteers Kathy and Doug. \nAfterward\, join the group for a local lunch stop at The Pop Stand in Harlan. URL:https://acreslandtrust.org/event/hikes-bites-5/ LOCATION:Blue Cast Springs\, 21412 Bluecast Rd\, Woodburn\, IN\, 46797\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://acreslandtrust.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Hikes-Bite-Photo-1.webp ORGANIZER;CN="ACRES Land Trust":MAILTO:acres@acreslandtrust.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260730T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260730T170000 DTSTAMP:20260601T191035 CREATED:20260508T210004Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T174026Z UID:10000337-1785423600-1785430800@acreslandtrust.org SUMMARY:Family Play Day DESCRIPTION:Gather with for an afternoon of water-themed activities: water critter crafts\, a scavenger hunt hike above the creek\, make-your-own trail mix and more. Stop by anytime to enjoy the fun! Hosted by Christina Dearth. URL:https://acreslandtrust.org/event/family-play-day/ LOCATION:ACRES Land Trust Office\, 1802 Chapman Road\, Huntertown\, IN\, 46748\, United States CATEGORIES:Family,Year Of Water ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://acreslandtrust.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/2026.07.30_Dustin_FamilyPlayDay.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="ACRES Land Trust":MAILTO:acres@acreslandtrust.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260803T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260803T103000 DTSTAMP:20260601T191035 CREATED:20260508T210008Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T173917Z UID:10000351-1785751200-1785753000@acreslandtrust.org SUMMARY:Family Storytime Hike DESCRIPTION:Listen to a nature-themed tale along the trails! Start with a welcome song and stay after for an optional exploration hike. This series is geared towards ages 3-6 but all welcome! Hosted by Christina Dearth. URL:https://acreslandtrust.org/event/family-storytime/2026-08-03/ LOCATION:ACRES Land Trust Office\, 1802 Chapman Road\, Huntertown\, IN\, 46748\, United States CATEGORIES:Family ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://acreslandtrust.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/FamilyStorytimeHike.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="ACRES Land Trust":MAILTO:acres@acreslandtrust.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260811T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260811T190000 DTSTAMP:20260601T191035 CREATED:20260508T210057Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T174030Z UID:10000339-1786469400-1786474800@acreslandtrust.org SUMMARY:Invasive Plant Workshop DESCRIPTION:Join the stewardship team for an in-depth look at identifying the many non-native invasive plant species present in our region. Learn about the methods used to eradicate these invasive plants and how you can manage your own property. \nHosted by ACRES Stewardship Manager Jenna Bair. \nSpace is limited.  \nRSVP Now URL:https://acreslandtrust.org/event/invasive-plant-workshop-2/ LOCATION:ACRES Land Trust Office\, 1802 Chapman Road\, Huntertown\, IN\, 46748\, United States CATEGORIES:Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://acreslandtrust.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/2026.08.11_Dustin_InvasivePlantWorkshop.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="ACRES Land Trust":MAILTO:acres@acreslandtrust.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260815T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260815T130000 DTSTAMP:20260601T191035 CREATED:20260519T182211Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260521T185742Z UID:10000360-1786798800-1786798800@acreslandtrust.org SUMMARY:Boots & Brews: Hike DESCRIPTION:The group will hike at Bicentennial Woods\, home to Willow Creek and part of one of the largest forest corridors in this region of the state\, offering a chance to explore the area’s natural beauty together. After the hike\, the group will gather at The Forge\, the upcoming steakhouse and cocktail lounge from Copper Forge Distilling. URL:https://acreslandtrust.org/event/boots-brews-hike-2/ LOCATION:Bicentennial Woods\, 340 E. Shoaff Road\, Huntertown\, IN\, 46748\, United States CATEGORIES:Boots & Brews,Hike ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://acreslandtrust.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/2026.08.15_BicentennialWoods_BootsBrews.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="ACRES Land Trust":MAILTO:acres@acreslandtrust.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260817T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260817T103000 DTSTAMP:20260601T191035 CREATED:20260508T210008Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T173917Z UID:10000352-1786960800-1786962600@acreslandtrust.org SUMMARY:Family Storytime Hike DESCRIPTION:Listen to a nature-themed tale along the trails! Start with a welcome song and stay after for an optional exploration hike. This series is geared towards ages 3-6 but all welcome! Hosted by Christina Dearth. URL:https://acreslandtrust.org/event/family-storytime/2026-08-17/ LOCATION:ACRES Land Trust Office\, 1802 Chapman Road\, Huntertown\, IN\, 46748\, United States CATEGORIES:Family ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://acreslandtrust.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/FamilyStorytimeHike.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="ACRES Land Trust":MAILTO:acres@acreslandtrust.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260822T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260822T190000 DTSTAMP:20260601T191035 CREATED:20260508T210021Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260518T185028Z UID:10000353-1787410800-1787425200@acreslandtrust.org SUMMARY:Mackel Open House (Member Event) DESCRIPTION:Explore the historic Mackel residence\, located right along Cedar Creek. Take a short hike through the woods and learn how this preserve is protected forever. Limited spots are available for a tour of the historic residence. Bring a camp chair to chat around the fire pit; hot dogs and s’mores provided. \nFrom 3:30-4pm\, you’re also invited to celebrate a newly protected forested property adjacent to the Mackel Nature Preserve\, which adds 19 acres to the Cedar Creek Corridor. \nHosted by Mackel caretakers Isaac and Kelsey Saxton. This preserve is closed to the public. \nSpace is limited. RSVP by August 20. \nRSVP Now URL:https://acreslandtrust.org/event/mackel-open-house-member-event/ LOCATION:IN CATEGORIES:Member Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://acreslandtrust.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/2026.08.22_Mackel_OpenHouse.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="ACRES Land Trust":MAILTO:acres@acreslandtrust.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260822T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260822T160000 DTSTAMP:20260601T191035 CREATED:20260508T210007Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260518T185022Z UID:10000354-1787412600-1787414400@acreslandtrust.org SUMMARY:The Mackel Family Nature Preserve Celebration (Member Event) DESCRIPTION:This newly protected\, forested land\, adjacent to the Mackel Nature Preserve\, adds 19 acres to the Cedar Creek Corridor. Celebrate this special place and the land donors who made its protection possible! \nThis celebration is from 3:30-4pm. Your RSVP also allows you to join fellow members at the Mackel Open House. During this open house\, you can explore the historic Mackel residence\, take a short hike\, and learn more about this property. Bring a camp chair to chat around the fire pit; hot dogs and s’mores provided. \nThis preserve is closed to the public. \nSpace is limited. RSVP by August 20. \nRSVP Now URL:https://acreslandtrust.org/event/the-mackel-family-nature-preserve-celebration-member-event/ LOCATION:IN CATEGORIES:Member Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://acreslandtrust.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/2026.08.22_MackelFamilyNaturePreserve_Celebration.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="ACRES Land Trust":MAILTO:acres@acreslandtrust.org END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR