Upcoming Events

Ages 12 – 18

In addition to collecting late-blooming flower seeds from the Seed Nursery, we will hit the trails and look for other seeds ready to be collected. Participants are welcome to take some seeds home to plant in their gardens.

Registration deadline: Sunday, October 6

Ages 9 – 13

Try new art skills during this fun crafting program based on nature themes. Each session will have different options for participants to choose from and allow them to work independently or get creative together!

Registration deadline: Thursday, October 3

All ages

Put on your Halloween best and join us for a festive stroll for preschoolers and their families around Forest Field Park. Themed signs will be placed along the path to get kids moving and grooving as they collect goodies at various stations. Families are encouraged to come in costume and enjoy the Halloween spirit. The first 100 participants will receive tickets for free Kona Ice, sponsored by Tammy Zell of the Sasser Group/KW Advisors Realty! Note: Kona Ice is weather dependent. This is a “teal pumpkin” event — all treats will be allergy-friendly. Please bring your own bag to collect treats! This event is in partnership with the South Metro Optimist Club of Centerville.

Registration is not required.

Ages 8 – 14

October’s class focuses on awesome creatures — bats! We’ll learn about how they are an important part of our ecosystem and create a slingshot to launch our own mini bats!

Registration deadline: Friday, October 4

Ages 18 and up

Join us on a stroll through your park! A naturalist will point out seasonal changes and discuss the wildlife we observe. Hike is on a natural path.

Registration deadline: Tuesday, October 8

Ages 18 and up

Join avid birdwatcher John Kennard on a walk focusing on bird identification. Bring binoculars if you have them; a limited supply will be available to borrow. Hike is on a natural path.

Registration deadline: Thursday, October 10

All ages

A fall family favorite! Visit vehicles from our community partners and collect treats and giveaways! Honk a fire truck horn, shift tractor gears, push buttons in the law enforcement vehicles and much more! Kona Ice and Travelin’ Toms Coffee Truck refreshments will be available for purchase, weather permitting.

Registration is not required. Please note: allergens will be present in some giveaways.

All ages

Spiders are so cool! Learn the basic characteristics of spiders before searching for these 8-legged ecosystem rock stars! Containers and identification guides provided. This is a Tools to Trek program.

Registration deadline: Thursday, October 10

Ages 6 – 10

Join instructor Katie Blauser from Eat Pretty Darling to spooky up your snacks! Turn a snack tray with a variety of healthy bites and treats into a fun Halloween-themed tray! Please note: all major food allergens could be present in this class

Registration deadline: Monday, October 7

Ages 8 and up

Looking for some family-friendly competition? We will learn the basics of archery and will use the skills you learn in a friendly competition against your own family. Please register just one family member. Maximum four people per family. All equipment is provided.

Registration deadline: Wednesday, October 9

Ages 16 and up

This program is for beginners interested in learning archery! By the end of this program, you’ll be shooting on your own, playing games and increasing your confidence as an archer. Each group can have up to 4 people. This program is perfect for couples, friend groups, co-workers, siblings and more! One registration per group. Must be 16 or older to join.

Registration deadline: Wednesday, October 9

Ages 18 months – 4 years with adult companion

We will complete crafts with sensory themes and take short hikes in the park — sparking a love of nature in our youngest community members! This program is limited to one adult companion per registrant. Backpacks and front carriers are appropriate if your child is not walking. Strollers are not recommended at parks with natural terrain. The Crafts with Nature October programs are identical, please only select one.

Registration deadline: Wednesday, October 9

Ages 8 – 15

It’s spooky season and the archery range is full of ghosts and goblins! We will learn the basics of archery and put the skills learned to practice. Participants will compete in friendly fall-themed competitions. All equipment is provided.

Registration deadline: Friday, October 11

Ages 3 – 6
Wednesdays, October 16 – November 20

Come join Amazing Athletes as we practice our coordination, fine motor skills and gross motor skills! This program uses the fundamentals of 10 different sports to help build and develop motor skills, nutritional knowledge and body awareness.

Registration deadline: Sunday, October 13