Run, hike, walk, bike, paddle, or roll. There are many ways to complete the Happy Little 5K, but all of them support Indiana’s outdoors. By raising funds for tree plantings and healthy forest initiatives in Indiana State Parks, you’re running for the trees when you participate in this Bob Ross inspired virtual event.
And, for the second straight year, Certified Bob Ross Instructor® Chris Taylor, will be leading two special Bob Ross Painting Workshops with a portion of the proceeds going to help those initiatives at McCormick’s Creek State Park in Spencer, Ind., and Brown County State Park in Nashville, Ind.
Friday, April 25, 2025 at 6:00 p.m.
McCormick’s Creek State Park in Spencer, Ind.
12 X 16 | That Time Of Year | S16, EP10 | $75
Support Indiana DNR, McCormick’s Creek State Park & Bob Ross Run For The Trees with this colorful spring scene. Your workshop fee of $75 includes a $10 donation back to the park for tree plantings and healthy forest initiatives.
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Saturday, April 26, 2025 at 1:00 p.m.
Brown County State Park in Nashville, Ind.
12 X 16 | Trace of Spring | S26, EP05 | $75
Support Indiana DNR, Brown County State Park & Bob Ross Run For The Trees and enjoy spring blossoms and a bubbling creek. Your workshop fee of $75 includes a $10 donation back to the park for tree plantings and healthy forest initiatives.
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Originally launched as a partnership between Michigan DNR and Bob Ross Inc., the Happy Little 5K has quickly expanded its impact. With 13 states now on board, the event has helped plant native trees around the country, including right here on Hoosier soil.
Indiana first joined the event in 2023, and thanks to the thousands of Hoosiers who have participated, dozens of trees were planted in campgrounds at Clifty Falls and Prophetstown state parks last year. These plantings, and the many more to come, make an impact on the properties and their guests for generations.
Much like the roots of the trees planted through this event, Bob Ross’s influence in Indiana runs deep. He filmed his iconic TV show, The Joy of Painting, in Muncie for more than a decade. The program aired on public television stations around the world, touching countless lives.
Whether you’re a fan of Bob Ross, looking for a new physical challenge, or just want to support Indiana’s public lands while spending time outside, the Happy Little 5K is perfect for everyone. For $36, participants in the event will receive a Bob Ross inspired shirt, medal, sticker, and finisher’s bib.
The 5K can be completed anywhere outdoors, April 19–27, encompassing both Earth Day (April 22) and Arbor Day (April 25). Of course, we recommend completing the event at your favorite DNR property.
Chris Taylor Certified Bob Ross Instructor & Artist 
When will tickets go on sale? We loved our class with you last year at Fort Ben
Melody
On Sun, Mar 9, 2025 at 9:58 PM Chris Taylor Certified Bob Ross Instructor &
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Hey! Thank you!
Both McCormick’s Creek and Brown County should have the registration active this week. I’ll add those to my page as soon as they do.
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