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Family Fun Day

An afternoon filled with outdoor games, nature train rides, fishing, scavenger hunt, and crafting.  Come and go.  No registratin required.

Pumpkin Craft

Adults will have fun decorating a real pumpkin with colorful duct tape and buttons.  Plus, fun facts about pumpkins and we’ll enjoy eating roasted pumpkin seeds and drinking apple cider. ..

Spooky Night Hike

Walk a decorated trail and beware, there are spooks along the way.  We will also have fun Halloween themed yard games.  Pre-registration is required.  Hike times are 6:45, 7, 7:15,..

Spooky Campfire Night

Gather 'round a fire for stories & songs.  Learn about spooky animals, look at animal skeletons, and go on a hike in the dark woods.  Pre-registration required.

Nature Tales

For kids ages 3-5 with adult. Why do leaves change color? Come find out, make a craft, and take a walk. Pre-register by messaging or calling.

Annual Banquet

This fundraiser is our main source of income.  Enjoy appetizers, wine tasting, dinner, auctions and raffles. _BALLARD INVITE 2021 option 2 (2) (2)

Nature Tales

For kids 3-5 with adult. This fun program is all about turkeys and includes a silly story, craft, and games. Call or email us to register

Holiday Tree Trek

This scavenger hunt is for adults (but kids can help them).  Decorations are tied to 3 trees along the main woodland trail. There is also a sign attached to each..

12 Days of Christmas Fun

Follow this special trail and take part in the 12 days of Christmas—Ballard Nature Center style.   Fill in blanks on a paper with the animals that you see on signs..

Luminary Walk

Follow a trail of candlelit luminaries, many different types.  There will also be a fire to enjoy.  No fee, but donations accepted.