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
A Changing World for Kansas Birds by Bob Gress and Pete Janzen Pete and Bob recently completed a five-year commitment to the University Press of Kansas resulting in the publication of The Guide to Kansas Birds and Birding Hotspots, Second Edition, Revised and Expanded. Kansas is a bird-watchers paradise, boasting exceptional habitat diversity and …
We will spend a day and a half searching for fall migrants and resident specialities in the hotspots of southwest Kansas. Trips will depart each morning at 7:30 a.m. from the El Rancho Motel parking lot in Elkhart (620-697-2117 for reservations). Camping is available in the Cimarron Nation Grasslands. Please RSVP to Jeff if you …
Experience the beauty of autumn! Participate in our Monarch butterfly tagging programing learn about their incredible migration. Enjoy guided nature hikes throughout the day. Lunch will be available to purchase for a small fee.
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 to look for waterfowl, shorebirds and migrants at one of Wichita's newest and most interesting parks. Meet in the parking area.
Walk, Jog, or run-through our scenic prairie trails in the Prairie Trail Challenge 2k. At various stations along the way you'll encounter nature-based questions to test your knowledge and observation skills. A fun activity for all ages and fitness levers. Winners are determined not by speed, but by their nature knowledge! Prizes for first place …
Costa Rica's Osa Peninsula by Jim Griggs. Jim Griggs has been involved in photography at the professional level since 1974, including work on commercial and industrial photography assignments, weddings, portraits and editorial photography. His photography has been published by National Geographic, Africa Geographic, The Sierra Club, The Nature Conservancy, Shutterbug, Wyoming Wildlife, Kiplinger’s Retirement Magazine, …
Join us for a guided bird walk lasting about 1 1/2 hours, weather permitting. Meet in the visitor's center.
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