Events

Stop by the Nature Center to explore cool rocks and fossils at a touch table, learning how they formed and what they reveal about Earth’s history. Park Naturalist: Kaia Heitkamp

Join us for this Naturalist-led program to dive into the world of bugs. Meet at the Cowan Lake Nature Center. Park Naturalist: Kaia Heitkamp

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 …

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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 …

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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 …

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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 …

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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. …

Read more "Understory Exploration Walk"

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 …

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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 …

Read more "Stand-Up Paddleboard – Sunday Morning Stretches and Balance Techniques on the Water"