Campfires: Skiles Test Nature Park

Event Details

On this trek at Skiles Test Nature Park, Hoosier humanist Lauren Day will take us on an out-of-the-ordinary Campfires adventure. We’ll spend time reflecting in nature as Lauren leads us through a writing exercise that will also contain elements of song and intergenerational storytelling. We’ll also stop to read short works by nature writers. As always, the trek will conclude with a shared discussion around a campfire.

Your ticket price includes a campfire meal and snacks for the trail, in addition to any entrance or rental fees associated with the trek. Please bring something to write with (e.g., a pencil or pen) and something to write on (e.g., a journal, notepad or scratch paper). Also bring an enthusiasm for reflection, sharing and meditating on our connection with one another and the natural world.

WHERE: Skiles Test Nature Park

WHEN: June 8, 2024, 2–4 p.m. EDT

SCHOLAR-FACILITATOR: Lauren Day

TRAIL DIFFICULTY: Easy; this trek has a paved trail and is the perfect experience for anybody hoping to attend a Campfires experience with a lens for accessibility.

THINGS TO KEEP IN MIND

• A limited number of free tickets are available based on need; please contact Sam Opsahl at sopsahl@indianahumanities.org.
• Depending on the weather, some trails may be wet, so wear shoes that can handle the mud.
• Please bring a reuseable water bottle to take with you on the outing.
• We’ll send a final confirmation two days before the event with driving and parking instructions and any other updates.
• In case of inclement weather, Indiana Humanities will cancel the event and alert you via email at least two hours prior to the event start time. If the event is canceled, we’ll offer a refund or a ticket to another Campfires event of your choice.
• This event is designed for ages 21 and older; you must be at least 21 years old to participate.
• Refunds are not available after 72 hours in advance (unless Indiana Humanities cancels the event).

ABOUT CAMPFIRES

Indiana Humanities’ award-winning Campfires program pairs nature and literature to spark conversations about Indiana’s future. Something about the combination of wild places, great writing, a warm campfire and cold beer gets Hoosiers talking in fresh and surprising ways about the world around us and our place in it.

ABOUT INDIANA HUMANITIES

Indiana Humanities connects people, opens minds and enriches lives by creating and facilitating programs that encourage Hoosiers to think, read and talk.

Indiana Humanities will make reasonable modifications to ensure that everyone has an equal opportunity to enjoy our programs. If you need an accommodation or have questions about accessibility, please email Sam Opsahl at sopsahl@indianahumanities.org.

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