Author archives: Chris Combs

The Glick Center offers public demonstrations of glass artists working with molten glass at 2500 degrees. Demonstrations showcase the beauty danger and skill required for glass blowing. Artists’ open studios provide opportunities to observe creative processes.

Mounds State Park provides 75 electric camping sites youth tent areas and rental recreation buildings accommodating groups. Modern facilities dumping station and camp store support overnight camping. Proximity to hiking fishing and nature center creates comprehensive outdoor experience.

Hughes Nature Preserve provides 7 acres of protected forest with walking trails connecting White River Greenway and Cardinal Greenway. The small preserve offers peaceful woodland walks and wildlife observation. Easy access and short distances accommodate all visitors.

Mary Gray Bird Sanctuary spans 700 acres providing excellent bird watching opportunities year-round. The sanctuary protects habitat for migratory and resident bird species. Trails facilities and expert-led programs support bird study and observation.

Ball State offers guided campus tours for prospective students families and visitors interested in learning about the university. Knowledgeable student guides highlight academic facilities research opportunities residential life and campus culture. Tours showcase the university’s commitment to education and community.

Dutro-Ernst Woods is a 33-acre urban nature preserve featuring woodland trails and forest ecology educational programming. Walking paths wind through deciduous forest encouraging nature exploration. The preserve protects important urban green space and wildlife habitat.