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Spring Migratory Bird Hike
Fontenelle Forest 1111 Bellevue Blvd North, Bellevue, NE, United StatesCome join the migration madness at Fontenelle Forest! During the first few weeks of May, Fontenelle Forest turns into a hotbed for migration! Come find warblers, towhees, kinglets, and more during our Spring Migratory Bird Hike! Whether you’re new to birdwatching or an experienced birder, you’ll enjoy the expert guidance...
Sunday Trekking
Join our Naturalist Educators on a guided hike along the beautiful trails of Fontenelle Forest. Each hike will include an educational discussion of the flora and fauna found at Fontenelle Forest. All hikes will be from 2:00-4:00 PM and last 2 hours, traversing easy to moderate terrain. Dates: Dates listed...
Sunset Hike
Constellation Viewing Hike
Neale Woods 14323 Edith Marie Ave, Omaha, NE, United StatesSunday Trekking
Join our Naturalist Educators on a guided hike along the beautiful trails of Fontenelle Forest. Each hike will include an educational discussion of the flora and fauna found at Fontenelle Forest. All hikes will be from 2:00-4:00 PM and last 2 hours, traversing easy to moderate terrain. Dates: Dates listed...
Invasive Species Hike
Neale Woods 14323 Edith Marie Ave, Omaha, NE, United StatesEnjoy a guided hike at Neale Woods while learning about invasive prairie plants of Nebraska. Experience the rich and unique ecosystems of this area, from deciduous forest to oak savannah, floodplain and prairie. The naturalist-guided hike will begin at 10:00 AM and end at 11:30 AM, hiking through easy to...
Critter Talk
Meet some of Fontenelle Forest's educational critters up close! Animal Care Specialist, Patrick Conner, will be on Dennis Plaza providing information about some of the reptiles and amphibians that call Fontenelle Forest home. In the event of rain, this program will be moved to the Great Hall inside the Nature...
Native Plant Sale
Camp Brewster Lodge 1313 Bellevue Blvd. North, Bellevue, NE, United StatesFontenelle Forest is hosting the Nebraska Statewide Arboretum for their annual Native Plant Sale at Camp Brewster! By planting native trees, shrubs, grasses, and perennials from the Nebraska Statewide Arboretum, you are helping to keep our local environment healthy, free of harmful invasive species, and attract helpful insects such as...
Keeper Talk
Fontenelle Forest 1111 Bellevue Blvd North, Bellevue, NE, United StatesMeet some of our amazing educational raptors up close! Join Kenneth White, Raptor Care Specialist, in the Raptor Woodland Refuge to learn about some of our resident birds of prey and what makes each species unique. DATES: Listed below TIME: 12:00 P.M. – 1:00 P.M. LOCATION: Raptor Woodland Refuge at Fontenelle...
Critter Talk
Meet some of Fontenelle Forest's educational critters up close! Animal Care Specialist, Patrick Conner, will be on Dennis Plaza providing information about some of the reptiles and amphibians that call Fontenelle Forest home. In the event of rain, this program will be moved to the Great Hall inside the Nature...
Keeper Talk
Fontenelle Forest 1111 Bellevue Blvd North, Bellevue, NE, United StatesMeet some of our amazing educational raptors up close! Join Kenneth White, Raptor Care Specialist, in the Raptor Woodland Refuge to learn about some of our resident birds of prey and what makes each species unique. DATES: Listed below TIME: 12:00 P.M. – 1:00 P.M. LOCATION: Raptor Woodland Refuge at Fontenelle...
Perseids Meteor Shower Viewing Event
Neale Woods 14323 Edith Marie Ave, Omaha, NE, United StatesCome experience the thrill of watching the Perseids Meteor shower. This annual meteor shower is renowned for producing some of the brightest shooting stars. Our event will begin with a brief evening hike on dirt-packed trails through the prairie and forest. Then as night falls, we will stargaze together and...