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Winter Bird Walk
Winter Bird Walk
Come join us for a walk along the boardwalk as we search for winter birds in the forest. Bring your binoculars to get an up close look at birds actively searching for food in the winter months. As always, dress for the weather, bring water, and apply sunscreen and insect...
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Gingerbread Habitats
What makes a habitat a home? Participants at this reimagined annual event learn about local forest habitats and then, using their imagination and Fontenelle Forest as inspiration, create their one-of-a-kind gingerbread habitats and homes. Ticket purchase is per habitat (1 ticket = 1 habitat). Recommend one habitat per two attendees. Prepaid...
Winter Wonderland
Winter Wonderland
Fontenelle Forest’s annual Winter Wonderland is almost here! Come out to the Forest and enjoy festive decorations in the Great Hall. Santa will be available to take photos with Forest guests!
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TRAILS CLOSED FOR 4-DAY MANAGED DEER HUNT
Since the 1980s, the deer population has exploded, due in part to the lack of larger predators and the abundance of food. To mitigate the issue, we embarked on what has been a decades-long process: conducting research, forming and enacting a plan, and constantly evaluating results. Since the official deer...
History Hike at Camp Wa-kon-da
History Hike at Camp Wa-kon-da
Come explore our amazing history at Fontenelle Forest! A naturalist will guide you along our History Trail while exploring the Forest’s past, from pre-history to today. Participants will learn about how the land was shaped by glaciers, how Native Americans lived amongst the forest, and how fur traders and explorers...
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Seniors Understanding Nature: Pallid Sturgeon
Seniors Understanding Nature: Pallid Sturgeon
Come join us for our monthly Seniors Understanding Nature (SUN) program at the Nature Center! Snacks and coffee are available before the presentation, and an optional guided walk on the boardwalk is offered following the program. This program is free for members or with daily admission for non-members. This month we...
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Winter Moon Walk and Campfire
Winter Moon Walk and Campfire
Come join us for a winter moon walk and campfire! This family friendly program will incorporate a short, moonlight hike through the forest followed by a campfire under the moon. Along the trails we will talk about the winter nocturnal life of the forest. After the hike participants will receive...
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Pop-up Raptors…LIVE!
Pop-up Raptors…LIVE!
Stop by and meet one of our amazing birds of prey, Sundance the Turkey Vulture! This is an opportunity to meet meet one of our amazing raptor ambassadors up close. Pictures are encouraged. Free for members or with daily admission (sales tax included)
Night Hike
Night Hike
Join us on a 2-3 mile night hike at Fontenelle Forest. We will be watching for animal activity as sunlight disappears, and discussing the nocturnal life of the forest. Please wear appropriate clothing and shoes. This is a more advanced hike. Bring a flashlight or headlamp, insect repellent, and water....
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Land Stewardship Volunteer Workday
Land Stewardship Volunteer Workday
The volunteer Land Stewardship crew meets on selected Saturdays mornings to work on various projects. Lunch and camaraderie are provided! Anyone is welcome to join, even if it's just one time. Bring the family and get some hard work done with us. Interested in joining our volunteer Land Stewardship crew?...
Winter Solstice Yoga
Winter Solstice Yoga
Celebrate the winter solstice at the Forest! Join us for an hour-long vinyasa style yoga class and candle meditation, designed to de-stress and relax. This class is accessible for all levels of yogis, from beginner to experienced. This program is free for members or with daily admission. Participants must preregister....
Winter Solstice Constellation Viewing at Neale Woods
Winter Solstice Constellation Viewing at Neale Woods
Join us at Neale Woods for winter constellation viewing. We will be looking for winter constellations such as Orion, Canis Major, Cetus, Eridanus, Gemini, Perseus, and Taurus. Bring water, insect repellent, and binoculars to view deep sky objects as desired. Participants must pre-register for this event due to limited space....
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Dirt Time: An Animal Tracking Family Adventure
Dirt Time: An Animal Tracking Family Adventure
Have you ever wanted to learn how to interpret clues left behind by animals in the forest? This is your chance! Join us on the trails as we learn about animal tracks and scat. All participants will receive a free animal track guide to use during and after the program....
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Baright Gallery Art Series Exhibit Opening | Forest of Fibres by Agneta Gaines
Baright Gallery Art Series Exhibit Opening | Forest of Fibres by Agneta Gaines
Fontenelle Forest is proud to feature the Baright Gallery Artist Series, sponsored by Mutual of Omaha. The annual series features a different artist, or group of artists, each quarter. Join us to celebrate the opening of Forest of Fibres and meet artist Agneta Gaines. Agneta is a Swedish-born artist who...