
9:00 am
Kids’ Salamander Search
During this outdoor program, we will venture into the woods to view a vernal pool. Salamanders journey overland to get to vernal pools to lay their eggs. We’ll search through samples of water to see what other critters use this…
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Birds in Your Binoculars
Birds are everywhere! Join us as we head out in the park looking for our feathered friends. Let’s see who flew into town! We’ll be looking for migrants, nesters and anything else we can find. This program is entirely outdoors,…
Find out more »Owl Day
HOOT HOOT Hooray it’s time to celebrate Owl Day! Our resident Great Horned Owls have been nesting in our famous bucket since the 1990s and this year, we hope to see our owls once again sitting in the bucket. Join…
Find out more »The World Beneath Us
There is an amazing underworld beneath us full of cool insects and rich soil to explore! Join us at the Nature Center to take to the outdoors and learn about their interesting characteristics and purposes they offer to our beautiful…
Find out more »Operation Feeder Watch
Join us at the back of the Nature Center as we set up to watch the flurry of activity around our bird feeders. We will answer any questions, help with IDing birds, and discuss some of the other winged wonders…
Find out more »Spring Migration
Spring is in the air and our winter birds will soon have company! It’s time to welcome back the migrating birds for the summer breeding season. Did you know that in some species the males arrive first, and the females…
Find out more »11:00 am
Kids’ Salamander Search
During this outdoor program, we will venture into the woods to view a vernal pool. Salamanders journey overland to get to vernal pools to lay their eggs. We’ll search through samples of water to see what other critters use this…
Find out more »12:00 pm
Citizen Science Saturdays
Have you ever wanted to contribute to science in a meaningful way? Now you can! Join us as we discover the different citizen science platforms available while learning about the natural world. This program series will provide hands-on experience with…
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Hydroponics 101
Join us at the greenhouse and discover hydroponic growing techniques. Learn how to grow vegetables in a soil-less environment. Gain an understanding of vocabulary related to hydroponics. Explore how different hydroponic systems operate and discuss the importance of plant health…
Find out more »2:00 pm
Birds in Your Binoculars
Birds are everywhere! Join us as we head out in the park looking for our feathered friends. Let’s see who flew into town! We’ll be looking for migrants, nesters and anything else we can find. This program is entirely outdoors,…
Find out more »The World Beneath Us
There is an amazing underworld beneath us full of cool insects and rich soil to explore! Join us at the Nature Center to take to the outdoors and learn about their interesting characteristics and purposes they offer to our beautiful…
Find out more »3:00 pm
Family Chow Time at the Farm
Ever wanted to feed the pigs? Help farm staff to feed the pigs, goats, cows, and more. Families and young farmers will learn what each animal eats and why. Sturdy shoes or boots are recommended. Face coverings are required. Ages…
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American Woodcock Walk
Bog-sucker and Timberdoodle are just some of the names that refer to the quirky little bird known as the American Woodcock. Join us for a quick overview of the Woodcock, followed by a trip on the nature trails to the water,…
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