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City Nature Challenge 2024 at Fontenelle Forest (CANCELLED)
City Nature Challenge 2024 at Fontenelle Forest (CANCELLED)
Note: Due to anticipated inclement weather, this program has been cancelled. Come search out a variety of wildlife, plants, and fungi for City Nature Challenge 2024 at Fontenelle Forest! We will have various information stations set up around the Nature Center’s Dennis plaza with knowledgeable volunteers ready to inform...
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Mudpies
Mudpies
Mudpies is a structured program for children ages 3-5 that encourages exploration of nature and interaction between a child and their caregiver. Each week, a natural science topic is explored through crafts, outdoor exploration, songs, stories, hikes and more! Tuesday and Thursday mornings at the Forest Looking for a...
1 event,
Mudpies
Mudpies
Mudpies is a structured program for children ages 3-5 that encourages exploration of nature and interaction between a child and their caregiver. Each week, a natural science topic is explored through crafts, outdoor exploration, songs, stories, hikes and more! Tuesday and Thursday mornings at the Forest Looking for a...
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Fontenelle Trading Post: Speaker Series
Fontenelle Trading Post: Speaker Series
Learn 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....
Trails Less Traveled
Trails Less Traveled
Want to try something new? Do you want to hike trails that others don’t usually take? Discover your inner explorer and join us for our newest guided hike series, Trails Less Traveled! These guided hikes will focus on trails “less traveled” both at Fontenelle Forest and our other properties. Expect...
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Mudpies
Mudpies
Mudpies is a structured program for children ages 3-5 that encourages exploration of nature and interaction between a child and their caregiver. Each week, a natural science topic is explored through crafts, outdoor exploration, songs, stories, hikes and more! Tuesday and Thursday mornings at the Forest Looking for a...
1 event,
Mudpies
Mudpies
Mudpies is a structured program for children ages 3-5 that encourages exploration of nature and interaction between a child and their caregiver. Each week, a natural science topic is explored through crafts, outdoor exploration, songs, stories, hikes and more! Tuesday and Thursday mornings at the Forest Looking for a...
1 event,
1 event,
Birding Bonanza: Community Science Day
Birding Bonanza: Community Science Day
Are you passionate about conservation? Does community science pique your interest? Do you enjoy watching bird feeders or listening to bird calls? This might be the program for you! Celebrate Migratory Bird Month at Fontenelle Forest with our Birding Bonanza: Community Science Day! Our naturalist educators will help you learn...
1 event,
Mudpies
Mudpies
Mudpies is a structured program for children ages 3-5 that encourages exploration of nature and interaction between a child and their caregiver. Each week, a natural science topic is explored through crafts, outdoor exploration, songs, stories, hikes and more! Tuesday and Thursday mornings at the Forest Looking for a...
2 events,
Mudpies
Mudpies
Mudpies is a structured program for children ages 3-5 that encourages exploration of nature and interaction between a child and their caregiver. Each week, a natural science topic is explored through crafts, outdoor exploration, songs, stories, hikes and more! Tuesday and Thursday mornings at the Forest Looking for a...
Fontenelle Forest Photo Club
Fontenelle Forest Photo Club
The Fontenelle Forest Photo Club meets on the third Thursday of the month (except June, July and August). Guests are always welcome! Photo Club Membership is open to anyone interested in photography, beginner to advanced, who is a member of Fontenelle Forest. Annual dues are $12 for an individual and...
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Firefly Tracking: Community Science Day
Firefly Tracking: Community Science Day
Are you passionate about conservation? Does community science pique your interest? Are you curious about bioluminescence? This might be the program for you! Come enjoy dusk at the Forest as we learn about fireflies, including the ones in your own backyard! These flashing, flickering insects need our help as their...
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Spring Songbird Program
Spring Songbird Program
Calling all birders to migration season at Fontenelle Forest! During the first few weeks of May, Fontenelle Forest hosts many migrating birds. During this program, we will learn to identify some key groups of songbirds, also known as passerines. Then, we’ll take a guided hike on the boardwalk and down...
STEM Sundays
STEM Sundays
STEM Sundays is a bi-weekly program where families can explore STEM together amidst nature. Each session will provide hands-on activities, a theme-based hike, and a craft or take-home activity that will spark curiosity and foster collaboration. Ignite a love for learning in the heart of the Forest every other Sunday!...
2 events,
Mudpies
Mudpies
Mudpies is a structured program for children ages 3-5 that encourages exploration of nature and interaction between a child and their caregiver. Each week, a natural science topic is explored through crafts, outdoor exploration, songs, stories, hikes and more! Tuesday and Thursday mornings at the Forest Looking for a...
2 events,
Red Cross Blood Drive
Red Cross Blood Drive
DATEs Listed Below TIME: 10:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m LOCATION: Fontenelle Forest Nature Center, Forest Room CLICK THE BUTTONs BELOW TO REGISTER. Red Cross Blood Drive Dates & Registration Friday, February 23 REGISTER FOR February 23 Friday, May 24 REGISTER FOR May 24 Friday, August 16 REGISTER FOR February 23...
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1 event,
Habitat Hikes
Habitat Hikes
Explore Nebraska's prairies, wetlands and forests at Fontenelle Forest's Habitat Hikes! Join our naturalist educators on a guided hike through these different habitats and learn about each of these unique ecosystems! Habitat Hikes will be held monthly, as we visit different locations and discover habitat changes each season. The guided...