While we make every effort to ensure events are up-to-date, some may have been postponed or canceled. We recommend checking with the venue or organization before attending any of the following events.
August 2025
Gone Fishin’
Kids ages 15 and younger learn the basics of fishing and drop a line. 10-11:30 a.m. Find out more »
September 2025
Homeschoolers: Amazing Ants
Ages 7-12 learn about the fascinating world of ants. Discover what makes them so unique, view them up close using microscopes and learn how to make an ant farm at home. Registration is required. 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Find out more »
October 2025
Pumpkin Carving
Create a seasonal work of art. BYOP (pumpkin, that is) or register to receive two per family. Carving utensils will be provided. At the end, creations will be lit up with candles and fan favorites will be crowned. This event will take place in the shelter with a fire and marshmallows, weather permitting. 6:30-7:30 p.m. Find out more »
December 2025
Chickadee Drop In & Craft
Learn about winter birds, make a craft and hand-feed chickadees. 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Find out more »
Campfire Open House
Toast marshmallows over a fire and enjoy some delicious s’mores. Try feeding the chickadees and walk the trail for a self-guided game of Eye Spy. Afterward, stop inside the nature center for a hot chocolate bar, warm up and create a simple winter craft. Depending on the weather, snowshoes may be available for loan. 12-3 p.m. Find out more »
January 2026
Snow Much Fun Open House
Toast s’mores, sip cocoa, make a craft, paint in the snow and try feeding the chickadees. 12-3 p.m. Find out more »
February 2026
Drop-In Discovery: Groundhog Day
Discover fun facts about these amazing rodents, learn the lore behind their weather predicting abilities and make a craft to take home. Find out more »
March 2026
Maple Mania Open House
Join a naturalist and learn the ins and outs of maple syrup production. 12-4 p.m. Find out more »
Maple Mania Open House
Join a naturalist and learn the ins and outs of maple syrup production. 12-4 p.m. Find out more »
April 2026
Marvelous Migration
Register for this free event, for children ages 3-6, that will teach them how rain prepares plants and animals for spring through a story, a hike and other activities. Other arrangements must be made for younger children unable to remain in infant seats or strollers. Registration is required and begins 3/1. 10:30-11:30 a.m. Find out more »
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