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Fontenelle Forest 1111 Bellevue Blvd North, Bellevue, NE, United StatesUnion Omaha Meet & Greet **Time Change**
Fontenelle Forest 1111 Bellevue Blvd North, Bellevue, NE, United StatesJoin us at Fontenelle Forest for a meet and greet with some Union Omaha players! This fun afternoon includes the following activities: Get autographs from five Union Omaha soccer players Meet the team's educational ambassador, Orion the Great Horned Owl Get cool swag from both Union Omaha and Fontenelle Forest...
Critter Talk
Fontenelle Forest 1111 Bellevue Blvd North, Bellevue, NE, United StatesMeet 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...
Spring Wildflower Hike
Fontenelle Forest 1111 Bellevue Blvd North, Bellevue, NE, United StatesAfter a long winter, it’s finally greening up! Come look for spring’s early arrivals with plant enthusiast and volunteer Eric Scholar. This exploration walk will mostly stick to the Riverview Boardwalk and nearby trails while you look for the first flowers of spring. Keep your eyes open for Spring Beauties,...
Earth Day Conservation Exploration
Fontenelle Forest 1111 Bellevue Blvd North, Bellevue, NE, United StatesFamily Adventure Day
Camp Wa-kon-da 402 Forest Dr., Bellevue, NE, United StatesNeed some outdoor family fun? Bring the family and join us for an exciting day of archery, yard games, s’mores, and hiking! Program activities will include: An archery 101 course (archery only for ages 8+) An archery competition Various yard games for those who don’t participate in archery Bonfire and...
City Nature Challenge 2023 at Fontenelle Forest
Fontenelle Forest 1111 Bellevue Blvd North, Bellevue, NE, United StatesCome search out a variety of wildlife, plants, and fungi for City Nature Challenge 2023 at Fontenelle Forest! We will have various information stations set up around the Nature Center’s Dennis plaza with knowledgeable volunteers ready to inform you about the plants and animals you may discover during your trip....
Full Moon Hike
Fontenelle Forest 1111 Bellevue Blvd North, Bellevue, NE, United StatesFontenelle Trading Post: Speaker Series
Fontenelle Forest 1111 Bellevue Blvd North, Bellevue, NE, United StatesLearn about the fascinating history of the Fontenelle Trading Post! This Speaker Series is designed to complement the Nebraska's Deep Roots exhibit in Baright Gallery. Each speaker will provide a diverse perspective on the impact and importance of the Trading Post. See the list of specific dates and topics below....
History Trail Guided Hike
Camp Wa-kon-da 402 Forest Dr., Bellevue, NE, United StatesSpring Migratory Bird Walk
Fontenelle Forest 1111 Bellevue Blvd North, Bellevue, NE, United StatesCalling all birders to migration season at Fontenelle Forest! During the first few weeks of May, Fontenelle Forest hosts a multitude of migrating birds. Come find warblers, towhees, kinglets, and more during our Spring Migratory Bird Walk. Whether you’re new to birdwatching or an experienced birder, you’re sure to enjoy...
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...