Calendar

For ages birth to 18 months. Spend the morning with Linda Rose exploring Mud Mountain. Bring an extra set of clothes to change into. Registration is required.

Spend the morning with Linda Rose on the pond paddling around and enjoying the sights that nature has to offer. Canoes, kayaks, paddles and life jackets are provided. Registration is required.

For ages 18 to 36 months. Join Linda Rose as we try to catch some fish in the pond. Fishing poles and bait provided or bring your own. Registration is required.

For ages 5 to 12 years. Join Linda Rose as we explore the preserve looking for “nature’s art”, then create your own piece of art using natural items found along the trail. Registration is required.

Spend the morning looking and listening to the sights and sounds of nature in the preserve as you walk the trails with Linda Rose. Binoculars helpful. This walk qualifies for the Walking Stick Program and lasts about 1 ¼ hour. Registration is required.

Join Linda Rose in the grasslands and trails as we look for butterflies and moths. Learn their differences, life cycles and then go on a butterfly hunt. Nets provided or bring your own. Registration is required.

For ages 3 to 5 years. Join Linda Rose as you walk the trail looking for bluebirds, learning their life cycle and then checking the bird boxes to see what is inside. Registration is required.

Become Tom Sawyer for the evening as we read a short story about his life and then re-enact an adventure. Dress to get dirty and wet. Old shoes or boots recommended. Registration is required.

Join Linda Rose as we walk under the light of the “Strawberry Moon.” This walk will last about 1 to 1 ¼ hours and qualifies for the Walking Stick Program. Registration is required.

For ages 12 to 17 years and older. Join Linda Rose as we explore the small world of the forest. Is it an insect, a fungus or a mystery? Magnifying glasses provided for easy viewing. Registration is required.

Any combination of father-son-grandson can join Linda Rose for a fun-filled evening of outdoor experiences—fishing, hiking, canoeing/kayaking, and open-fire cooking. Fun for all ages. Registration is required.

Join Linda Rose as we explore the trails to appreciate what nature has to offer on this 1 st day of summer. This walk will last about 1 to 1 ¼ hours and qualifies for the Walking Stick Program. Registration is required.

Join Linda Rose to learn the basics of archery and then try to hit the target. All supplies provided. Ages 10 years and older. Limited registration. Registration is required.

Join Linda Rose for an afternoon of painting blooming flowers! Please bring a small box of plastic spoons. All other supplies provided. Bring your creativity for a fun-filled hour. Registration is required.

Become an American Girl for an afternoon as we read a short chapter, then prepare for a project that an American Girl would do. Join Linda Rose in making a rag doll. All supplies provided. Registration is required.