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Owl-O-Ween

Come learn about owls.  The World Bird Sanctuary will be here with live owls and will give a 45 minute educational presentation.  Enjoy a fun hike after their presentation.  Pre-register..

Jack-o-lantern Trail

Last day of this self-guided trail activity.  Along the woodland trail (follow the signs) there will be pictures of jack-o’-lanterns attached to trees.  At each picture, you will punch your..

Annual Fundraising Banquet

This fun event includes games, wine tasting, raffles, auctions, dinner, and more. winter

Astronomy Night

The River Bend Astronomy Club will be here with telescopes.  Join them anytime from 5pm-10pm to look and learn about stars, planets, and more.  No registration required.

Senior Moments

Senior Moments   Join us in having a fun and memorable senior moment. Fall Fun & Games: Test your knowledge of nature in an enjoyable and fun way.  Join us for..

Luminary Walk

Come walk a trail lit by many beautiful luminaria of varying types & other decorations.  Enjoy a fire and cookies.  Free will donation.

Sky Orienteering

Join Randy Harrison, of Looking Up Optics, at around 5pm and enjoy a night under the stars.  Bring a chair and a pair of binoculars, if you have some.  We..

Winter Break Fun

For kids in grades 1st-3rd.  10am-1pm.  We’ll have all kinds of winter-themed fun as we craft, play games, hike, and more.  Bring a lunch.  Registration required.  $5 fee per child.                                        ..

Winter Craft Day

Kids in 2nd - 5th grades School is out for Martin Luther King Day, so it is a great time to come out to Ballard Nature Center for winter fun.  We’ll..

Nature Tales

For kids ages 3-5 with an adult.  We'll learn about animals in winter, play some games, and make a craft.  Registration required - facebook message, email or call.