Join us for a ~1-mile guided hike on Dogwood trail. Explore Cowan Lake’s woodlands and learn to identify wildflowers and other understory plants. Meet at the Nature Center. Park Naturalist: …
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Join us for a ~1-mile guided hike as we explore the woods through the five senses. Along this walk, we’ll pause for simple activities that help us experience nature in …
Join us for a canoe and kayak excursion as we observe birds along the shoreline from our boats. Learn why birding is important as we practice observation skills. Learn how …
Learn about different kinds of kayaks and paddles and why they matter. Learn how to load and launch your boat properly. Practice paddling strokes and turning techniques. Learn different rescue …
Meet the Naturalist for a guided tour of the Nature Center, and a chance to meet some of our wildlife ambassadors up close. Learn about plants and wildlife you may …
Join us for a ~1-mile guided hike on Dogwood trail. Explore Cowan Lake’s woodlands and learn to identify wildflowers and other understory plants. Meet at the Cowan Lake Nature Center. …
Join us to learn about nocturnal wildlife and get a chance to meet our Great-Horned owl before going on a short nighttime walk to search for bats, owls, and other …
Join us for a relaxing stand-up paddleboard program focused on gentle stretching, balance, breathing and mindful time on the water. This is not a formal yoga class, but a beginner …
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Join us to learn about composting basics, local native and invasive species, and how to become a better land steward. The pace and activities adapt to the group and conditions …
Go behind the scenes and discover what it takes to care for birds of prey. Participants will learn about daily raptor care, safe handling routings, feeding, enclosure upkeep, and the specialized equipment used in …