October is a great time to take an evening stroll under the light of the moon. This 2k+ walk or run will take place along the edge of the Center’s …
Join us at the Chaplin Nature Center for a night of star gazing. Volunteers of the Chaplin Nature Center and Kansas Astronomical Observers will be setting up telescopes to search …
This is an opportunity to explore the trails at night. Participants will hike down to the sandy banks of the Ark River for some roasted marshmallows. Afterwards we will hike …
This is a 1.5 mile hike to the Arkansas River. Along the way we will look for some familiar winter birds such as woodpeckers and wrens. Once at the river …
Chaplin Nature Center – Ark River Winter Bird Hike Read More »
Why have owls traditionally been considered to be bad omens? Or why did some people in the southeastern United States take off an article of clothing when they heard an …
Bald Eagles have made a tremendous comeback since the 1970’s. Nesting activity in Cowley County has continued to grow over the many years. During this program we will visit one …
We are not fooling you, we need your help getting the facility cleaned-up for another year of schools and visitors. Trimming trails, fixing fences, and even cleaning windows, lots of …
Take a leisurely walk through the prairies and forest in search of these two wonders of the natural world. Close focus binoculars are useful for a getting good views of …
Chaplin Nature Center Wildflower & Butterfly Walk Read More »
This is a citizen-scientist survey of the Arkansas City area and all data collected is sent to the North American Butterfly Association. No butterfly experience is required so this is …