September 1 at 11:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. In our next installment of Keeper Talks we’ll be introducing the Swainson's Hawk. Hear their stories, learn about their history, habitats, and ways you can help our hawks and all raptors in the wild. Free for members or with daily admission

We are rescheduling this event for a time when our new Turkey Vulture, Sundance, is acclimated to his new life in Bellevue. We will post about the new details soon.   Join us for this international celebration of one of the most important birds on the planet - the vulture....

Come join us for a hike along the boardwalk as we search for birds migrating through the forest on their journey south. Fall brings a variety of bird migrants to Nebraska, from warblers to hawks. Binoculars will be provided for participants during the hike. Dress for the weather, bring water,...

Pamper yourself on behalf of the Fontenelle Forest Guild. This women's only event will feature yoga classes by Lotus House of Yoga, barre classes by The Barre Code Dundee, chair massages by Essentials, hiking, essential oils, Vitality Bowls, Nothing Bundt Cakes, wine, small bites and more! https://8913.blackbaudhosting.com/8913/Yoga-Wellness-and-Wine-in-the-Forest

Come join us for our monthly Seniors Understanding Nature 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 month we will hear from Jody Green, who is the Extension Educator with UNL's...

Come join us for a harvest 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 nocturnal life of the forest and which inhabitants will stay and which...

Have you ever been up close to a butterfly? Join us at Camp Brewster as we hike the trails and observe prairie butterflies. During the program you will get the chance to use nets to catch some of our butterfly residents, and observe the variety of butterfly wing colors and...

Join us on a 3-5 mile night hike at Fontenelle Forest. We will be watching for animal activity as sunlight disappears, and discussing the nocturnal life of the forest in the summer. Please wear appropriate clothing and shoes for a long hike. Bring a flashlight or headlamp, insect repellent, and...

As the weather cools in September life in the forest begins to prepare for the winter months ahead. Join us for a 1-2 mile hike from the Nature Center as the sun sets and the forest darkens. A naturalist will guide you along the trails as we search for nocturnal...

Come celebrate the Autumn Equinox at the Forest! Join us for an hour-long vinyasa style yoga class, surrounded by the forest. The class will include candle gazing meditation and singing bowls, designed to de-stress and relax. This class is accessible for all levels of yogis, from beginner to experienced, and...

For seniors, walking offers numerous health benefits. One of the more enjoyable ways to walk is to hike in the forest. Join us on the last Wednesday of each month for our senior hike. Each hike will be 1-2 miles with some hills, and at a pace that accommodates all...

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. ...

Shuttles run every 15 minutes from the Southroads Mall back parking lot. Register here Enjoy beer tasting as the evening turns from dusk to night on our Riverview Boardwalk (recently voted the best trial in Nebraska by Prevention Magazine). The brewers behind some of your favorite local beers will be...

Join presenter Laura Friesell for a hands-on experience learning the fundamentals of topographic map reading and using a compass to navigate.
Topics will include how to read, interpret, & navigate a topographic map, how to identify parts of a compass, & how to use a compass in conjunction with a topographic map. Register Here: https://8913.blackbaudhosting.com/8913/Map-and-Compass-Fundamentals

Join presenter Laura Friesell for a hands-on experience learning the fundamentals of using a compass to navigate a topographic map in the great outdoors!
Topics will include how how to identify parts of a compass, how to take a compass bearing, adjust for declination, and how to apply the bearings to a topographic map of Fontenelle Forest. We will hike for roughly 2 hours on hilly terrain, stopping intermittently to take bearings and apply them to our map to find where we are located. Bring a day pack with water and a snack as needed. Bug spray, a hat, and good hiking shoes recommended. A clipboard and pen/pencil will come in handy as well.
The hike will be held rain or shine. Register Here: https://8913.blackbaudhosting.com/8913/Map-and-Compass-Field-Session