Carmel Clay Parks & Recreation (CCPR) will hold free guided tours of Bear Creek Park, 14330 Shelborne Road, on Sunday, Oct. 24, Saturday, Oct. 30, and Saturday, Nov. 6. Each tour will be about one hour and will be led by a member of the CCPR Parks & Natural Resources team.
During the tour, you will learn about the natural features and wildlife of Bear Creek Park. Trails are primitive, so closed-toe shoes are recommended. Parking is limited and participation is on a first-come, first-served basis.
On Sunday, Oct. 24 at 2 p.m., CCPR Volunteer Coordinator Lana Ramer will lead the tour, which falls during the Hoosier Mushroom Society Mushroom Foray. Ramer will share information about citizen science volunteer opportunities, including a new focus, mycology. Attendees will be invited to participate in the Mushroom Foray by hunting mushrooms during the tour.
The Saturday, Oct. 30 tour will be led the CCPR Parks & Natural Resources Director Michael Allen. The tour will begin at 10 a.m.
The tour on Saturday, Nov. 6 starts at 10 a.m. and will be held by CCPR Natural Resources Coordinator Joanna Scott.
After the tours, you’re welcome to stay and explore the park on your own. Marked trails around the property provide access to different areas of the park. After your visit, please share feedback about your experience via this online survey.
Survey responses will be considered during the Master Plan process to help shape and guide the ultimate design of the park’s development over the next several years.