Spot the Migratory Birds: Join Nature Center Walks & Fall Programs!

Themed Sunday Walks: Migratory Bird Walks

‍Sunday, August 25, 8:00 a.m. (Adult Walk)

For us, the back-to-school season means returning to wintering grounds for migratory birds. Join Ranger Evelyn for an early–morning walk at 8:00 a.m. geared towards adults, or join us for a family bird walk at 1:00 p.m. Bring your binoculars or borrow a pair. Wear appropriate shoes and dress for the weather. Click here to register for this FREE family program.

SPACE STILL AVAILABLE!

‍Sunday, August 25, 1:00 p.m. (Family Walk)

For us, the back-to-school season means returning to wintering grounds for migratory birds. Join Ranger Evelyn for this family bird walk at 1:00 p.m. Bring your binoculars or borrow a pair. Wear appropriate shoes and dress for the weather. Click here to register for this FREE family program.

ONLY A FEW SPOTS LEFT!

Fall Term Junior Rangers 

Registration begins Monday, August 26; class runs Thursdays, Sept. 12–Oct: 31, 3:30–5 p.m.

Calling all kids 11 to 14 years old who love nature! Has your child wanted to work with animals, garden, help maintain our trails, and help with special events? This is the opportunity to support the Nature Center in our 8-week after-school program. Parental permission is required. Class size is limited; this class fills up fast! Click here to register for this FREE program.

Stewardship Series 2: Nix the Knotweed

Saturday, August 31, 10:00 a.m.

Join the Nature Center’s Land Stewards Team and help us in our 3-year effort to restore the park’s land. Japanese Knotweed is an invasive plant and a threat to our Nature Center habitats and waterways. We will gather as a team to do a carbohydrate starvation cut to select sensitive knotweed-infested areas. Please bring loppers or a harvesting knife. Afterward, we will have pizza and s’mores in Pavilion #2. Please register in advance by clicking here. For ages 12 and up (accompanied by an adult).

Family Organic Garden Program

Tuesday Family Organic Garden Program - Sept. 3, 10, 17, 24 & Oct. 1, 8, 15 @ 3:30 p.m.

The ANC will be continuing family-friendly activities in our organic garden. Learn about a variety of fruits and vegetables. Dress appropriately; keep in mind you might get water and soil on your clothing. FREE, with the potential to take home fresh produce! Sign up by clicking here.