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Birding with Vernon
Saturday, May 3rd from 8:30-10 a.m.
Join our bird enthusiast, Vernon, for an easy walk while looking and listening for our feathered friends. Discover different types of birds and their habitats. Bring your own binoculars and field guides if you have them. Beginners and experienced birdwatchers are welcome! Ages 8 and up.
Storytime for Tots: The Very Hungry Caterpillar
Wednesday, May 14th from 10-11 a.m.
Every butterfly and moth starts off as a very hungry caterpillar. Learn more about these squishy critters as we read the beloved story by Eric Carle and go on a safari to see how many caterpillars we can find. We will also search for clues that caterpillars have been munching away around the park, and make a caterpillar to take home too!
Children must be registered and accompanied by an adult. Storytime for Tots is a monthly series, and includes a story followed by nature exploration and a craft or activity.
Rain Barrel Workshop
Tuesday, May 6th from 6 - 7:30 p.m.
Build your own rain barrel! Participants in this workshop will take home a fully functional 55-gallon rain barrel with installation kit. These are the same rain barrels that retail for $99 and up! Workshops are limited to ten barrels, so reserve your spot now. One registration per barrel. Cost is $55 per barrel and participation is limited to two people per barrel (the person who signed up and one extra person to help).
This event is being presented by "We Plant It Forward".
Homeschool/Track-out: Footprints and Feces
Wednesday, May 21st from 1-3 p.m.
Tracking is tricky! Finding animals is hard, but it's easier when you know what to look for. Expand your hiking experience by learning how to identify animal tracks, scat, and other signs that they leave behind. Learn more about the mammals in our area by studying their skulls and scat.
Parents/guardians are welcome to stay for the program or drop-off.
Families in Natures: Stories Celebrating Diversity
Thursday, May 15th from 4-5 p.m.
Join us for a captivating nature storytime celebrating diversity in the great outdoors! Our storytime features a book that highlights the beauty of nature and the richness of different cultures and backgrounds. Our story time will support an appreciation for nature and embrace the beauty of our diverse world. Through engaging stories and interactive activities, we'll discover how nature connects us all and learn about the importance of unity and respect for one another. Come explore many wonders and celebrate the joy of storytelling with us in this special nature-inspired gathering for all ages!
May's Theme: Buzz and Bloom
Join us for an engaging story time celebrating the essential role of pollinators like bees, butterflies, and birds in our ecosystem! We’ll read a book featuring pollinators, then head out on an exciting nature walk to search for them in the park. Families will observe bees, butterflies, and blooming native flowers up close, deepening their connection to the natural world. This hands-on experience encourages curiosity, conservation, and a love for nature!
Children must be registered and accompanied by an adult.
Beginner Birding Class
Friday, April 25th from 1-2 p.m.
What is the difference between birdwatching and birding? Birding with Vernon walk leader, Vernon Janke, will talk about the art of birding, and the tools and techniques you need to improve your birding skills. Discover why birding is one of the most popular outdoor activities, and use your new knowledge on a bird walk around the park.
The park will have binoculars and field guides for loan if you do not have your own.
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