A gentle sensory-based nature program just for our littlest explorers! Each week we'll enjoy a short nature story then take an easy, guided walk, and finish with a simple craft or activity. Children are encouraged to explore at their own pace - wiggles wandering, silly sounds, and curiosity welcome! Ages 18 months - 5 years …
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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
Our February program will be “Managing Working Landscapes in Grasslands with Birds in Mind,” by Evalynn Trumbo. Evalynn will go over a variety of management techniques that are meant to balance the needs of working landscapes, such as pastures or rangelands, and the needs of birds that require varying grassland habitats. Evalynn works at Wichita …
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.
Join us at 12 PM immediately following the Eagle watch even on February 21st for a hands-on Chickadee Birdhouse building workshop! All ages welcome. Before we begin building, the Naturalist will share quick, practical tips on: How to maintain your new chickadee house The best places to install it for nesting success What foods help attract …
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