Programs
LITTLE RIVER RAMBLERS
Every Tuesday, from 9 - 11 am
October 7, 14, 21 - Eagle Marsh Barn
October 28 - Eagle Marsh EAST
Join the Little River Ramblers, a group of adult nature enthusiasts, as we explore the everchanging landscapes of Eagle Marsh, Button Bush Bottoms, and our Arrowhead Preserves. Dress appropriately, wear sturdy rain boots, and bring binoculars for wildlife viewing. Experience dynamic outdoor adventures while fostering a deeper connection to nature in our preserves. No registration is necessary; see our weather policy for cancelation info.
MEMBERS-ONLY EVENT
FIRESIDE CHAT with the LRWP Founders
Thursday, October 2, 2025, from 5:30-7:30 pm
Eagle Marsh Barn - 6801 Engle Road, Fort Wayne
Join us for a rare and unforgettable evening around the fire as we sit down with the visionary founders of Little River Wetlands Project.
Hear the inside story of how a small group of passionate conservationists turned a dream into the thriving wetlands you enjoy today. From the early challenges to the big victories, you’ll get a front-row seat to the legacy of protecting and restoring the Little River Valley.
RSVP: https://www.lrwp.org/event-details-registration/fireside-chat-with-the-lrwp-founders
BREAKFAST ON THE MARSH
Blake Klocke, Indiana DNR
Thursday, October 9, 2025 from 8:30-10 am
NOTE LOCATION CHANGE:
LRWP Office
8315 W Jefferson Blvd, Fort Wayne, IN 46804
The crawfish frog (Lithobates areolatus) is a state endangered species that lives in crayfish burrows near prairie wetlands. This past spring and summer the Indiana DNR and Purdue University raised hundreds of frogs from eggs to reintroduce to areas of the state that the species once lived. During this presentation Blake will share how the team collected crawfish frog eggs, raised tadpoles in artificial ponds, and reintroduced these frogs back into the wild!
Blake is the One Health Biologist at the Indiana DNR. He earned his PhD at George Mason University while researching how to save frogs in Panama with the Smithsonian National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute. He grew up in Minnesota where he was fascinated by amphibians and reptiles at an early age.
Admission is $8 or free for LRWP members.
RSVP: https://www.lrwp.org/event-details-registration/breakfast-on-the-marsh-2025-10-09-08-30
SHORT HIKES FOR SHORT LEGS
Seeds and Nuts
Wednesday, October 15, 2025, 10:00 am – 11:00 am
Eagle Marsh Barn, 6801 Engle Rd, Fort Wayne, IN 46804
Join us at Eagle Marsh, 6801 Engle Road, on October 15th from 10:00 to 11:00 AM for a Nature’s Harvest program. Participants will explore seeds and nuts through activities and a guided hike. Dress for the weather and come prepared for outdoor activities. This event is for children aged 3 to 5, accompanied by a responsible adult. RSVPs are appreciated, but walk-ins are welcome.
SUNRISE FALL WOODS HIKE
Oct 12, 2025, 7:30 AM – 9:00 AM
Arrowhead Marsh, 8624 Aboite Rd, Roanoke, IN 46783, USA
Come out and join us on Trail 3 at Arrowhead Prairie (8624 Aboite Road, Roanoke, IN 46783)! Take pleasure in learning about tree species of the marsh and their different parts. Wake up alongside the beautiful golden colors fall has to offer as we walk along our trails adorned with crunchy, colorful, crispy leaves. Boots recommended.
RSVP: https://www.lrwp.org/event-details-registration/sunrise-fall-woods-hike
TO ARROWHEAD & BEYOND: Explore the Night Sky
Oct 16, 2025, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM
Arrowhead Prairie, 8624 Aboite Rd, Roanoke, IN 46783, USA
Discover the wonders of the night sky! Enjoy telescope viewing and a Solar System Walk with the Fort Wayne Astronomical Society, hands-on space activities from the Allen County Public Library and Science Central, a sunset story time, and a snack. Tickets required.
Admission: $10 adults, $5 LRWP members, kids free.
Purchase tickets: https://www.lrwp.org/event-details-registration/to-arrowhead-beyond-explore-the-night-sky
MEMBERS-ONLY EVENT
BRING YOUR OWN BINOCULARS BIRDING HIKE
Oct 25, 2025, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Eagle Marsh Barn, 6801 Engle Rd, Fort Wayne, IN 46804
Come and join us for our October bird hike at Eagle Marsh! We will meet at the barn entrance and take the berm trail after passing the barn and pond. The hike will last about 2 hours and cover a total distance of about 2 miles. The trail might be damp in spots, so adequate hiking shoes will be helpful. We will get a chance to see some of our fall residents and maybe even some travelers passing through. The berm trail is great for spotting our area waterfowl, local songbirds, and there is a good chance to spot a bald eagle or two.
RSVP: https://www.lrwp.org/event-details-registration/bring-your-own-binoculars-birding-hike