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 | STORY TIME
Every Wednesday at 11 a.m.
First grade and younger
FREE: registration not required |
Join us in the lobby as we read stories about nature, wildlife and their friends.
Mostly for preschool age kids, but all ages are welcome.
| LITTLE NATURE LOVERS
For ages 3 - 5 and a caregiver.
Every Thursday through May, from 9:30 - 10:30 a.m.
FREE, Registration not required
Explore the world of nature through crafts, games and children’s literature. Lots of
sensory experiences will develop understanding and enrich your child’s appreciation
of the great outdoors. |
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| NATURE ADVENTURES
For all ages
Mondays at 1:30 PM
June 3 - Opossum
June 10 - Animals Got Talent!
June 17 - Snakes
July 1 - Swainson's Hawk
July 8 - Insects
July 15 - Turtles
July 22 - Video Microscope
July 29 - Red-shouldered Hawk
FREE, Registration not required
Each week one of our naturalists will share their knowledge of and experiences with nature
and wildlife. If you have questions we can try to answer them, too. Get out of the
heat and enjoy some cool stuff!
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| FULL MOON WALK
Saturday, May 25, Hike 9-9:45 p.m.
FREE, Please pre-register with Lee Ann Sack at
316.683.5499 x106.
Join us for an evening stroll through Chisholm Creek Park looking at nature through the
eyes of nocturnal creatures. We’ll also celebrate the full moon!
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| HERP HUNT
For ages 8 and up (completed 2nd grade)
Thursday, May 23, 9 – 11 a.m.
Repeated on Friday, May 24, 9 - 11 a.m.
FEE: $5 members/$8 non-members, Registration required
Be prepared to get wet and muddy! We’ll go off the trails to hunt for snakes, frogs,
turtles and toads (herps). Wear long pants and closed-toe shoes. We are offering it on two
days to accommodate more kids. Pick one day or the other - not both!
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| CRITTER GOGGLES
For ages 9 and up (completed 3rd grade)
Thursday, May 30, 9 – 11:30 a.m. THIS PROGRAM IS FULL
Learn how to test water quality and identify common living organisms found in most bodies
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29th ANNUAL WALK WITH WILDLIFE
ONE DAY ONLY!
Saturday, June 8, 2013 • 9 AM to 3 PM
Chisholm Creek Park
6232 E. 29th Street North
Admission: $2 per person
How many times have you taken a hike in a wildlife
area and not seen any wildlife? Well, come on out Saturday June 8 and we'll bring
the animals to you! As you walk a 1 mile handicapped-accessible loop of our trail
system here at Chisholm Creek Park, visit stations set up along the way and see more
critters than you can shake a stick at!
ANIMALS, ANIMALS, ANIMALS !
| See over 50 species of native Kansas wildlife up close and
personal! |
| Trained volunteers at every station to answer your questions. |
GREAT FAMILY EVENT !
| Bring the whole family for a fun day! |
| Facilities are wheelchair accessible |
| Lunch concession available. |
VIDEOS ALL DAY IN THE COLEMAN AUDITORIUM
Kick back in the Coleman Auditorium and watch one of the many fun and educational videos
we will be showing that day!
KIDS FISHING CLINIC
Look for the registration form in the Wichita Eagle!
SEE THE DISPLAYS IN THE KOCH HABITAT
HALL
Be sure to explore the hands-on displays interpreting the animals, plants and
habitats of the Great Plains in the Koch Habitat Hall in the Great Plains Nature Center!
SHOP THE OWL'S NEST GIFT SHOP
Find that outdoor book or unique gift you have been looking for in the
Owl's Nest Gift Shop in our lobby!
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| BUTTERFLY HIKE
For all ages
Wednesday, June 5, 1:00 – 2:30 p.m.
Repeated Wednesday, July 3 & Thursday, August 1
FREE, Registration not required.
Join our staff naturalists to look in the park for the Flying Flowers! Bring
close-focusing binoculars if you have them, sunscreen and a hat. We’ll be exploring
off the trail, so long pants and closed-toes shoes are recommended.
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| FAMILY FISHING NIGHTS
For all ages
Thursdays; June 20, July 18, August 15, 6 – 8 p.m.
FREE, Registration required, call Jessica at
683-8069
The Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism is sponsoring family fishing nights
in Chisholm Creek Park. Fishing equipment and tackle will be provided. Children must be
accompanied by an adult.
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SENIOR WEDNESDAY
For active Seniors - Join us for an
informational program and refreshments!
| Wednesday, May 29, refreshments at 10 AM, program at 10:30
FREE: registration not required
The program will be: The Arkansas River; Our Greatest Natural Resource
Hoyt Hillman, Sedgwick County Master Naturalist, will present a look at the riverbank
corridor, current efforts to restore habitat there and how volunteers can help. |
| Wednesday, July 31, refreshments at 10 AM, program at 10:30
FREE: registration not required
Program TBA |
SENIOR STROLL
For seniors 50 and above
| June 5, from 9 – 10:30 AM
FREE, Registration not required
On the first Wednesday of June, meet at the GPNC parking lot for a short walk and talk.
This opportunity is designed for participants 50 and older. Join us as we learn something
new! |
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| BACK YARD BEEKEEPING WORKSHOPS
Limit 12 participants
AGE: Adults, Youth 16-18 allowed with written permission of parent or guardian (Parent or
guardian may participate without additional fee)
FEE: Member/Non-Member: $30/$40
for the series, $10/$15 per workshop
This class is full and registrations are no longer
being accepted.
 | June 15, 2013 8:30 – 10:30 AM
- Review the health of the new colony; When can I harvest honey? How to harvest honey and
wax. |
STUDY RESOURCE – The Practical Beekeeper by Michael Bush
All the material in the book is available free on the author’s website www.bushfarms.com/bee.htm
The book is available in three volumes or as one complete volume and in either paper or
digital format from X-Star Publishing Company www.bushfarms.com/xstar.htm
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