Events & Programs

Picture of Red Lake Preserve announcing photo contest

Seasons in the Wild: A Year-Long Nature Photo Contest

April 30, 2025 - April 29, 2026

We’re excited to launch a new year-long challenge that invites you to explore the stunning preserves of the Indian River Lakes Conservancy and capture the beauty of nature throughout the seasons. Whether you’re hiking, birdwatching, or simply soaking in the scenery, we want to see your experiences through your lens! Duration: January 1, 2025 –…

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Fire and Wine Happy Hour

May 23
5:00 pm
- 7:00 pm
Redwood Hill Preserve

Come Cozy Up by the Fire with Us! Join the Indian River Lakes Conservancy for our monthly Fire & Wine Happy Hours! Warm up by a crackling fire, sip delicious wine, and enjoy great conversations with friends and neighbors under the stars. It’s the perfect way to relax, unwind, and connect with our incredible community…

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Attendees of the 2024 Water Quality Conference posing in front of the learning center

Water Quality Conference

June 6
Redwood Hill Preserve

Join us for the Indian River Lakes Conservancy’s annual Water Quality Conference, a day dedicated to protecting the future of our lakes. Click HERE to purchase today!  This event brings together government agencies, lake association leaders, researchers, and community members to collaborate, share knowledge, and develop strategies for safeguarding the health of the Indian River…

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Warbler

June 21
9:00 am
- 11:30 am
Grand Lake Reserve Parking Lot 2

Golden-winged Warblers are a migratory shrubland species that have suffered one of the steepest declines of any North American songbird over the past 50 years. Restoration for Golden-winged Warblers can be challenging due to their habitat needs, they require a layer of grasses for nest construction, shrubs to provide nest protection and single standing trees…

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WHIRL students with a fish

Project WHIRL

July 7 - July 23

Project WHIRL is a unique summer program for teens ages 13-18 that combines outdoor adventure with real-world environmental science. Participants explore local lakes, wetlands, and forests while learning about conservation, water quality, and ecology through hands-on fieldwork and activities. It’s a fun and empowering way for young people to connect with nature, build skills, and…

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Girl at Kids Camp does a wood craft

Elizabeth May Duvall Foundation Nature Grows Kids Camp

July 15 - July 17
Redwood Hill Preserve

A summer adventure for curious kids ages 3-12. This hands-on camp invites children to explore the natural world through outdoor play, science activities, games, and creative arts. Campers build confidence, spark their imaginations and connect with nature while making new friends in a fun and supportive environment. Camp runs from 9am to noon for ages…

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Child Bass Fishing

Celebration of Lakes

August 3
4:30 pm
- 8:00 pm
Thousand Islands Winery

Join us for an unforgettable evening at the Thousand Islands Winery for our annual Celebration of Lakes dinner and fundraiser. Come together for an evening of camaraderie, gourmet dining, and philanthropy in honor of preserving our precious lakes. More details coming soon.   

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