Discover the truth about our mysterious nocturnal neighbors. The evening will include a short presentation on these birds, including some of the naturalist's photos of resident owls at CNC, followed by a night hike to listen for and identify their calls.
Join us for a guided bird walk lasting about 1 1/2 hours, weather permitting. Meet in the visitor's center. If the weather is cold and/or snowy, check before coming!
Join us for a tour of the Sutton laboratories and captive breeding facilities for species like Atwater’s Prairie Chicken and Masked Bobwhite. There may be time for a little afternoon birding, too.
Bring your binoculars and discover the birds that visit and live in Chisholm Creek Park. No birding experience is needed. Expect 1–2 miles of walking on paved paths. The walk will last about 90 minutes. Meet at the Great Plains Nature Center parking lot
We will start with an indoor program on these beautiful raptors, including identifying them by sight and sound. We will then hike to the river to look for them.
American Woodcock engage in a unique courtship display on early spring evenings. We'll try to catch sight of them just as it gets dark. Note that this is WEDNESDAY to avoid the crowds of walkers in the park. Meet in the GPNC parking lot.
Bring your binoculars and discover the birds that visit and live in Chisholm Creek Park. No birding experience is needed. Expect 1–2 miles of walking on paved paths. The walk will last about 90 minutes. Meet at the Great Plains Nature Center parking lot
Join us for a bird and wildlife walk lasting 1 – 1.5 hours, weather permitting. Meet in the visitor's center. Wildlife photographers and beginning birders welcome! Ages 7 and up suggested due to the length of the walk.
Bring your binoculars and discover the birds that visit and live in Chisholm Creek Park. No birding experience is needed. Expect 1–2 miles of walking on paved paths. The walk will last about 90 minutes. Meet at the Great Plains Nature Center parking lot
Join us for an evening of stargazing with the Ponca City Astronomy Club. The program will begin indoors with a short introduction to the night sky, followed by outdoor telescope viewing as dusk turns to dark. Observe the night sky, learn the constellations, and hear some of the folklore and stories that go along with …