Meditation/Sensory Hike Saturday, October 5th Meet at the Visitor Center and spend an hour in nature, bathing in forest light and seasonal change. Take a breather and connect with nature … Continue reading "Meditation/Sensory Hike"
Live Animal Encounter - Reptiles & Amphibians Saturday, October 5th Learn all about our education ambassador reptiles and amphibians! Watch their feeding routine and learn all about the care of … Continue reading "Live Animal Encounter – Reptiles & Amphibians"
Knee High Naturalist: Bats!!! Thursday, October 10th Bring your 3 to 5 year old, enjoy a morning of child-centered nature exploration and learn all about bats! Meet at Shelter … Continue reading "Knee High Naturalist: Bats!!!"
Astronomy Day: Solar Viewing Saturday, October 12th Meet at the Parking Lot near Urban Pond/Shelter 2 for a chance to see the sun through a telescope! Join Tom, our … Continue reading "Astronomy Day: Solar Viewing"
Astronomy Day: Star Gazing & Quarter Moon Observation!!! Saturday, October 12th Join Tom, BNA's amazing volunteer astronomer, and Emily, RBSRA Natural Resources Educator at Lot F for a fantastic … Continue reading "Astronomy Day: Star Gazing & Quarter Moon Observation!!!"
Groundwater Talk & Demo Saturday, October 19th Learn about the importance of groundwater, and see a demo of how groundwater moves through the ecosystem. Emily, RBSRA's Natural Resources Educator, … Continue reading "Groundwater Talk & Demo"
Watercolor Class: Autumn Leaves!! Visit our park this month and create colorful leaf watercolor paintings inspired by the gorgeous fall colors at Richard Bong State Recreation Area! Practice watercolor … Continue reading "Watercolor Class: Autumn Leaves!!"
Eco-Halloween Hike Saturday, October 26th Join the park and the Bong Naturalist Association for our annual Eco-Halloween Hike! There will be fun for the whole family, with a lighted … Continue reading "Eco-Halloween Hike"
Holiday Bow Making Saturday, November 9th Get ready for the holidays with this special bow making class! Learn to adorn your wreaths, packages, and more with holiday wired ribbons. A … Continue reading "Holiday Bow Making"
Knee High Naturalist: Stone Soup!!! Thursday, November 14th Bring your 3 to 5 year old and enjoy a morning of child-centered nature exploration! Meet at Shelter 1. If you have … Continue reading "Knee High Naturalist: Stone Soup!!!"
