Lincoln College's Creekside Environmental Center a source of studies and enjoyment

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[October 27, 2016]   LINCOLN - Lincoln College's Creekside Outdoor Center for Environmental Education has become a great place for people of all ages to enjoy and learn.

Dr. Dennis Campbell led its design and development, which broke ground in the spring of 2012. Dr. Campbell continues as its director today facilitating bringing groups ranging from youth learning archeological excavation techniques to hosting international research parties along the shores of Sugar Creek, to controlled environment insect studies hosted in the Insectarium and other environmental studies of drainage, erosion control and land use.

The site provides an outdoor pavilion classroom, greenhouse, insectarium, social fire ring, ornamental fish and aquatic plant filled ponds, ramps, boardwalks, grass mown paths and chipped trails to the creek. Acreage of native prairie grass had been established before the center was developed and has been expanded along with many other wildflower plantings and trees.

The grounds provide an opportunity for all ages to learn more about our environment and about the history of the area.

Solar and wind power provide energy for several water and aeration pumps, and light various areas. Tanks collect rain water. Swales prevent runoff erosion.

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The site has served for outdoor excursions, research, star gazing, even college plays, and it offers access to Sugar Creek.

Numerous individuals and groups have contributed to the development or conducted studies at the center. Also, it is just a great place to simply relax and take nature in.

We hope you will enjoy viewing some of the sights captured in photos from last year's summer and fall seasons and plan to visit this wonderful asset to our community one day this next year.

[Jan Youngquist]

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