Why is the Winter Solstice special? Join the park naturalist for a 3-mile guided hike. Meet at the Nature Center. Moderate 3-mile guided hike through Pioneer Village to Horseshoe Falls, across the Swinging Bridge and back. This is a general naturalist hike, all ages welcome. Wear sturdy shoes, bring water, dress for the weather. Meet […]
Join us for an afternoon and evening as we celebrate the stars! Learn how to navigate the night sky using a star chart. Make and take your own star chart to use in your backyard. Stay for one, or all of the activities. Free and fun for the whole family. See separate flyer for details. […]
Learn how to navigate with the stars Make and take your own star chart to use in your backyard.
Celebrate the longest night of the year with us. Connect with our past, present and future as we look at stars, planets, and other objects in the universe. Please use a red filter if you have a flashlight. Red cellophane will be available onsite if needed. Dress in layers. Hats, gloves and warm socks are […]
Open your senses, relax, re-center and enjoy some much needed ‘Vitamin N’ during the busy holiday season. Join the park naturalist for a slow-paced walk as we observe trees and wildlife in the park. Distance will be based on participants and weather (average two miles). Dress for the weather. Wear layers and sturdy shoes. Meet […]
Start the New Year on the right foot! Join the naturalist for a guided three-mile moderate hike through Pioneer Village to Horseshoe Falls, across the Swinging Bridge and back. This is a general naturalist hike, all ages welcome. Wear sturdy shoes, bring water, dress for the weather. Trails can be muddy. Check the ‘Caesar Creek […]
Awaken creativity and learning skills through art and nature. Join the park naturalist as we explore color (ROYGBIV) through nature. This series will take place on the first Thursday of the month. This month our topic is ‘indigo’. Discover fun storybooks and activities that fit within this topic. This program is designed for kids and […]
Meet the naturalist and take a unique night hike to see the world in a different light as animals may see it. Bring your blacklight flashlight or borrow one of ours (supplies are limited). Wear sturdy shoes and dress for the weather. Hike distance will be based on participants and the weather. Meet at the […]
Join Park Naturalist Erin Shaw. Discover what our resident wildlife ambassador raptors eat. Meet at the Nature Center.
Meet our resident red-tailed hawk and screech owl. Learn about birds you may see in the park. Discover ways you can help with our bird conservation efforts. Walk and Talk with the naturalist as we look for birds along the trail. Distance will be based on participants and weather (average two miles). Dress for the […]
Learn how to tie a variety of useful knots. This program is designed for people of all ages. Kids can learn different ways to tie their shoes. Adults can learn how to tie a trucker’s hitch. Meet at the Nature Center.
Take a guided tour of the Nature Center with the Naturalist. Learn about wildlife you may see in the park as you meet our live ambassadors up close. Meet at the Nature Center.
