A place for outdoor fun and education for the whole family!
Ballard Nature Center provides a place for visitors to get out and enjoy the beauty of nature and also a chance to learn more about the natural world. Outdoor opportunities include trails of varying lengths, picnic sites, and a kids’ fishing pond. The visitor center provides exhibits and displays that will intrigue visitors that are young and young at heart. The center’s staff provide a variety of educational programing throughout the year. We hope to see you soon!
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February 14 @ 1:00 pm
Valentine’s Day is a great time to explore our feelings toward wildlife. Why do rabbits & butterflies elicit positive reactions from most people while spiders & snakes do not? With games & a special trail activity, you will learn that all animals are special, even if you wouldn’t want to hug some of them. A book reading at 2pm.
Family program. No registration required, a come-&-go program. No fee.
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February 27 @ 6:30 pm
Come learn about our local owls, make an owl lantern, and then us the lantern on a trail hike. For all ages. No fee. Registration required via phone, email, or private facebook message.
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March 20 @ 8:00 am
The United Kennel Club is holding the Elite Shed Dog Nationals. Some of the trails will be closed to the public during this event. This is a competition in which dogs search for placed deer antlers. The public can come watch, but please abide by the signage for trail closures.
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The many types and lengths of trails allow visitors to experience several natural habitats!
Learn about nature in our large exhibit room with a kid’s area, a bird viewing area, and so much more!
See the beauty of nature and browse the many photos taken around the Nature Center!