Our main targets on this trip are the migrant warblers that we don’t often see in Wichita. This is a joint field trip with the Topeka Audubon Society. Meet at the Marais De Cygnes NWR headquarters at 7 a.m. It is a three hour drive from Wichita, so you may want to spend Friday night …
Join the CNC naturalist for a peaceful late evening interpretive hike as day transitions into night at the nature center. We’ll start with a brief indoor program to introduce some of the wildlife sounds you may hear, including birds, mammals, amphibians, and insects. Then we’ll head out on an approximately 45-minute guided hike to experience …
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Our final program of the season will be “America’s National Parks –a Travel Log,” presented by Jackie Augustine. Dr. Jackie Augustine, Audubon of Kansas Executive Director, has traveled to 30 of the 63 National Parks in the United States. She will tell stories of her adventures, and show wonderful photos. You will be inspired to start …
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
Open to all kids aged 8 - 17. Learn to navigate trails and wildlife habitats. Gain bird identification and outdoor skills. Build self-confidence. Participate in citizen science and conservation projects. Meet other youth who enjoy nature and adventuring outdoors. Join guided bird walks, activities and optional off-site field trips led by the CNC Naturalist. Bring …