Upcoming Events

All ages

We are experiencing the shortest days of the year! Join us on a nighttime hike along the orange trail. This is a Tools to Trek program.

Registration deadline: Sunday, December 14

Ages 3 – 5 with adult companion

Bring your favorite teddy bear and we will learn how their wild counterparts, black bears, spend the year. We will then venture outdoors and take a short walk on the paved path. This is a Tools to Trek program.

Registration deadline: Tuesday, December 16

All ages

Families will have fun creating works of art using elements of these amazing evergreen trees. Along our artistic journey, we will discuss why some trees do not lose their leaves and the adaptations they have to prevent water loss in this dry season. This is a Tools to Trek program.

Registration deadline: Thursday, December 18

Ages 3 – 5

Calling all little ones for a morning of winter camp! We will learn about winter wildlife through games, songs, crafts and stories! Campers will play outside throughout the day, enjoying winter in the park.

Registration deadline: Monday, December 15

Ages 5 – 12

A winter break camp experience to keep your children active while school is out! Much like our summer day camp, campers will explore the park, but this time for all things winter! Children will warm up in the Smith House with games, crafts and nature programs.

Registration deadline: Monday, December 15

Ages 5 – 12

A winter break camp experience to keep your children active while school is out! Much like our summer day camp, campers will explore the park, but this time for all things winter! Children will warm up in the Smith House with games, crafts and nature programs.

Registration deadline: Tuesday, December 16

Ages 7 – 12

Sundays December 28, January 28 & February 22

We will start off with storytime led by park staff, followed by some quiet crafting and games. Wrap up the night with some quiet reading time! Bring a book, cozy up in a warm spot, and enjoy a hot chocolate or apple cider bar as you read. Don’t have a book? A selection of nature-themed books will be available to borrow for this series. Quiet coloring stations will be available as well.

Registration deadline: Monday, December 22

Ages 3 – 5

Calling all little ones for a morning of winter camp! We will learn about winter wildlife through games, songs, crafts and stories! Campers will play outside throughout the day, enjoying winter in the park.

Registration deadline: Monday, December 22

Ages 5 – 12

A winter break camp experience to keep your children active while school is out! Much like our summer day camp, campers will explore the park, but this time for all things winter! Children will warm up in the Smith House with games, crafts and nature programs.

Registration deadline: Monday, December 22

Ages 5 – 12

A winter break camp experience to keep your children active while school is out! Much like our summer day camp, campers will explore the park, but this time for all things winter! Children will warm up in the Smith House with games, crafts and nature programs.

Registration deadline: Tuesday, December 23

Ages 5 – 12

A winter break camp experience to keep your children active while school is out! Much like our summer day camp, campers will explore the park, but this time for all things winter! Children will warm up in the Smith House with games, crafts and nature programs.

Registration deadline: Wednesday, December 24

Ages 5 – 12

A winter break camp experience to keep your children active while school is out! Much like our summer day camp, campers will explore the park, but this time for all things winter! Children will warm up in the Smith House with games, crafts and nature programs.

Registration deadline: Friday, December 26

Volunteers will unload your vehicle — you won’t even need to get out of your car! This event is open to the public, regardless of where you live.

Please make sure you are following the guidelines listed below:
* Styrofoam must be clean
* Clean food containers will be accepted. These must be scrubbed out.
* No stickers or tape

At this event, we will also accept batteries and holiday string lights for recycling.

Registration is not required, but registered participants will receive an email reminder before the event.

Ages 9 – 12
Mondays January 5 – February 9

Children will learn about nature and the outdoors in this program designed to allow children to interact with nature in unique ways. Activities include discovery, challenges and games. We occasionally celebrate the last session of the season with a campfire and s’mores. Please let us know if your child has any dietary restrictions by answering the custom questions upon registration.

Registration deadline: Monday, December 29