Events

Join the Co-op on a nature walk on the Jane Blaffer & Kenneth Dale Owen Heritage Trails during New Harmony's Firefly Festival. 

Blackberry season is upon us! Come join us for a foraging day at Hovey Lake. We'll wrap up in time to go to the Moonlit Walk at the Firefly Festival. We'll walk the mowed paths around the meadows, and cut into the woods to also look for mushrooms.

Enjoy stunning views on a beautiful oxbow lake. Once part of the Ohio River, Hovey Lake features cypress trees rising from the water and provides a haven for numerous waterfowl. Spend an afternoon exploring its calm waters and towering cypress trees, soaking in the serene natural beauty.

Join us for a short, relaxed float down the Wabash River. We'll start at the June Barrett Public Access Site on Church Street in New Harmony, IN and paddle (or float) 5 miles downstream to Harmonie State Park. This float will take approximately 2~4 hours.

Join Evansville Outdoors for a hike at the Springs Valley in the Hoosier National Forest near Paoli, IN.

Weather looks great for Sunday, so let's hit the dirt—well, asphalt—at the USI-Burdette Park Trail! This is a super laid-back, last-minute trek past open fields, and through deep woods. It is fully paved, so no mud to worry about. This one is perfect for anyone who wants an easy, scenic Sunday escape without the rugged hassle.

We're trying new venue for night hikes! Panther Creek has a unique trail system made of ridge walks, suspension bridges, and some open fields. This family-friendly walk under the moonlit sky is perfect for beginners.

This event is hosted by Central Indiana Grotto. If you wish to attend with your fellow Co-op crew, RSVP here and meet us at the event.

Join us for a relaxed hike at Beall Woods State Park, the perfect opportunity to enjoy some peace and quiet in one of the Midwest’s last old-growth forests. You'll discover large trees over 30" in diameter. This hike is perfect for beginners and seasonal hikers. If you’re feeling the need to escape for a few hours, this tranquil stretch of towering oaks and beech trees is exactly what you’re looking for. Expect calm spring woods, gentle terrain, and some of the most impressive trees in Illinois.

Just outside of Pennyrile State Resort Park, the newly rehabilitated Macedonia Trails have recently reopened after tornado damage in December 2021 forced their closure. The redesigned bike trail system offers a fresh layout with some new trails to explore!