March Events at the Ikes!
/March Dinner Program “Orchids of Indiana”
We welcome Mr. Scott Namestnik to the IKES on Wednesday, March 15th. Scott is a driving force in preserving habitat and wildflower identification. He is the botanist at the Indiana Natural Heritage Data Center, which is part of the Indiana DNR-Division of Nature Preserves. He has 20 years experience with the flora of the Great Lakes region. He has co-authored two books, “Wildflowers of the Midwest” and “Wildflowers of the Indiana Dunes National Park”. He supports many organizations, and has been instrumental in preserving valuable habitats.
Did you know that wild Orchids are native to Indiana and St. Joe County? Scott will describe in detail our native orchids and where you might be able to find them. His expertise on native wildflowers and flora is unparalleled!
This a program that should not be missed! See you on the 15th
Free Tree Seedlings in April
We have been giving away tree seedlings for over 7 decades at the IKES! We have 6 species to choose from this year. NOW is the time to determine where you are going to plant them and start getting your holes dug. The dinner and tree giveaway is Wednesday, April 19th.
Species this year include Eastern Redbud, Norway Spruce, Red Maple, Red Twig Dogwood, Sweet Gum, and Witch Hazel
Fly Tying Class for Beginners Offered
We are offering a beginners fly tying class at the IKES! The class will take place on Saturday, April 22nd at the lodge. The class is limited to 12 people, so early sign up is recommended. Cost is $30. The class will be from 10:00 A.M. to 3:00 P.M. and includes pizza for lunch. A minimum of 6 patterns will be covered. For reservations and more information, contact Tim Kanczuzewski at 574-340-0842 or timkancz@gmail.com
Stan Klaybor Scholarship Award
We are pleased to announce our 27th annual Stan Klaybor environmental scholarship award! We are giving $1,000 to a St. Joe County high school senior pursuing an environmental related degree.
Know someone or want an application?
Contact Mike Hay at 269-240-8756