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3 events,
Yoga at the Forest
Yoga at the Forest
Discover tranquility amidst the trees during Yoga at the Forest each Sunday! Each Vinyasa-style yoga class will incorporate a blend of mindful movement and breath work, all guided by experienced instructors. Whether you're a seasoned yogi or new to the practice, our inclusive classes cater to all levels, fostering a...
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...
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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...
Acorn Academy
Acorn Academy
Acorn Academy invites homeschool students ages six years and older to learn at Fontenelle Forest every Tuesday and Thursday! Each week, our students engage with a different nature-based topic through science experiments, creative writing, group projects, crafts and more. The program materials, activities and lessons are designed to accommodate students...
0 events,
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...
Acorn Academy
Acorn Academy
Acorn Academy invites homeschool students ages six years and older to learn at Fontenelle Forest every Tuesday and Thursday! Each week, our students engage with a different nature-based topic through science experiments, creative writing, group projects, crafts and more. The program materials, activities and lessons are designed to accommodate students...
1 event,
1 event,
Raptor ID: Basics and Beyond
Raptor ID: Basics and Beyond
Raptor identification doesn’t have to be tricky. This program will teach you how to more easily differentiate between different types of raptors. During this program you will learn to identify the main groups of raptors, focusing mostly on the types commonly found in Nebraska. You will also gain insight into...
1 event,
Yoga at the Forest
Yoga at the Forest
Discover tranquility amidst the trees during Yoga at the Forest each Sunday! Each Vinyasa-style yoga class will incorporate a blend of mindful movement and breath work, all guided by experienced instructors. Whether you're a seasoned yogi or new to the practice, our inclusive classes cater to all levels, fostering a...
0 events,
4 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...
Acorn Academy
Acorn Academy
Acorn Academy invites homeschool students ages six years and older to learn at Fontenelle Forest every Tuesday and Thursday! Each week, our students engage with a different nature-based topic through science experiments, creative writing, group projects, crafts and more. The program materials, activities and lessons are designed to accommodate students...
0 events,
3 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...
Acorn Academy
Acorn Academy
Acorn Academy invites homeschool students ages six years and older to learn at Fontenelle Forest every Tuesday and Thursday! Each week, our students engage with a different nature-based topic through science experiments, creative writing, group projects, crafts and more. The program materials, activities and lessons are designed to accommodate students...
Pathways Through Nature
Pathways Through Nature
Journey into a deeper appreciation of nature with Fontenelle Forest’s new series, Pathways Through Nature! Bring your partner or some friends to this program, and embrace your inner naturalist as you explore a different topic at each session. Each of the six sessions will include an educational presentation and an...
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Whooo Dun It?
Whooo Dun It?
After inventorying a large food order, the raptor care specialist was called away, leaving the shipment unattended. Upon her return, the boxes of quail were found to be empty! It’s up to you to identify the culprit! Hear witness testimonies, investigate the crime scene, and examine forensic clues to narrow...
2 events,
Yoga at the Forest
Yoga at the Forest
Discover tranquility amidst the trees during Yoga at the Forest each Sunday! Each Vinyasa-style yoga class will incorporate a blend of mindful movement and breath work, all guided by experienced instructors. Whether you're a seasoned yogi or new to the practice, our inclusive classes cater to all levels, fostering a...
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...
0 events,
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...
Acorn Academy
Acorn Academy
Acorn Academy invites homeschool students ages six years and older to learn at Fontenelle Forest every Tuesday and Thursday! Each week, our students engage with a different nature-based topic through science experiments, creative writing, group projects, crafts and more. The program materials, activities and lessons are designed to accommodate students...
0 events,
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...
Acorn Academy
Acorn Academy
Acorn Academy invites homeschool students ages six years and older to learn at Fontenelle Forest every Tuesday and Thursday! Each week, our students engage with a different nature-based topic through science experiments, creative writing, group projects, crafts and more. The program materials, activities and lessons are designed to accommodate students...
1 event,
4 events,
Acorn Acres Discover Day
Acorn Acres Discover Day
The wait is over! Fontenelle Forest is celebrating the reopening of Acorn Acres with a day of non-stop play and adventure! Nestled within the first loop of the Riverview Boardwalk, Acorn Acres is a half-acre playscape designed to ignite curiosity, exploration, and a love of nature. Get your hands dirty...
Fungus Among Us
Fungus Among Us
Have you ever noticed the vast array of mushrooms along the forest floor? Bring your hiking boots and curiosity along for a fascinating fungus hike with one of Fontenelle Forest's Naturalist Educators, along with a member of the Nebraska Mycological Society. We will host two hikes to observe the different...
1 event,
Yoga at the Forest
Yoga at the Forest
Discover tranquility amidst the trees during Yoga at the Forest each Sunday! Each Vinyasa-style yoga class will incorporate a blend of mindful movement and breath work, all guided by experienced instructors. Whether you're a seasoned yogi or new to the practice, our inclusive classes cater to all levels, fostering a...
0 events,
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...
Acorn Academy
Acorn Academy
Acorn Academy invites homeschool students ages six years and older to learn at Fontenelle Forest every Tuesday and Thursday! Each week, our students engage with a different nature-based topic through science experiments, creative writing, group projects, crafts and more. The program materials, activities and lessons are designed to accommodate students...
0 events,
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...
Acorn Academy
Acorn Academy
Acorn Academy invites homeschool students ages six years and older to learn at Fontenelle Forest every Tuesday and Thursday! Each week, our students engage with a different nature-based topic through science experiments, creative writing, group projects, crafts and more. The program materials, activities and lessons are designed to accommodate students...
0 events,
3 events,
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...
Bewitched Boardwalk (SOLD OUT)
Bewitched Boardwalk (SOLD OUT)
Feel that shiver in your bones? It’s the Bewitched Boardwalk! Join us October 26 6:00-8:00 p.m. to trick-or-treat, make spine-tingling smores, and play ghoulish games. Our animal ambassadors won’t be in costume, but you can be. Date: October 26 Time: 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Location: Fontenelle Forest Nature Center...
1 event,
Yoga at the Forest
Yoga at the Forest
Discover tranquility amidst the trees during Yoga at the Forest each Sunday! Each Vinyasa-style yoga class will incorporate a blend of mindful movement and breath work, all guided by experienced instructors. Whether you're a seasoned yogi or new to the practice, our inclusive classes cater to all levels, fostering a...
0 events,
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...
Acorn Academy
Acorn Academy
Acorn Academy invites homeschool students ages six years and older to learn at Fontenelle Forest every Tuesday and Thursday! Each week, our students engage with a different nature-based topic through science experiments, creative writing, group projects, crafts and more. The program materials, activities and lessons are designed to accommodate students...
0 events,
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...
Acorn Academy
Acorn Academy
Acorn Academy invites homeschool students ages six years and older to learn at Fontenelle Forest every Tuesday and Thursday! Each week, our students engage with a different nature-based topic through science experiments, creative writing, group projects, crafts and more. The program materials, activities and lessons are designed to accommodate students...
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Raptor ID: Basics and Beyond
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