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 | STORY TIME
Every Wednesday at 11 a.m.
Pre-school and older
FREE: registration not required |
Join us as we read stories about nature, wildlife and their friends.
Mostly for preschool age kids, but all ages are welcome.
| LITTLE NATURE LOVERS
Every Thursday through May at 9:30 - 10:30
For ages 3-5 plus caregiver
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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FULL MOON WALKS
Join us for an evening stroll through the Chisholm
Creek Park looking at nature through the eyes of nocturnal creatures. We'll also celebrate
full moons!
Monday, June 4 at 8:30 PM
FREE: Registration required. Register by calling Lorrie Beck at 316-683-5499 x108
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| SENIOR WEDNESDAY
For active Seniors - Join us for an
informational program and refreshments!
 | Wednesday, May 30, beginning at 10 AM
FREE: registration not required
The program will be "It’s WILD in Chisholm Creek Park!".
As a preview of our 28th annual Walk With Wildlife on June 9, GPNC staff will present
several different animals, talk about the event and lead a brief guided hike in the park. |
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| CREATURE FEATURE
First Monday of each month through May at 2 PM
For teaching parent families
FREE: registration not required
This program for home school families will feature one of our naturalists who will share
their knowledge of and experiences with nature and wildlife in the Coleman Auditorium.
Programs average 45 minutes.
| May 7 - TBA |
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| MIGRATION MADNESS
For adults and children age 8 and older
Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday, May 8, 9 & 10, 7 a.m.
FREE, Registration not required
More than 100 species of birds pass through Wichita each spring. Come help us find those
feathered wonders. Bring binoculars, or borrow ours. Meet in the parking lot by the Great
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| FAMILY FISHING NIGHTS
For all ages
Wednesdays, May 30 (Sponsored by g2goutside.org) and June 27, 6 – 8 p.m. at the Great
Plains Nature Center
Wednesdays, May 16 and June 13, 6 – 8 p.m. at the Northwest Water Reclamation Plant
Ponds
FREE; Pre-registration
required; call Jessica at 683-8069
The Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism is sponsoring family fishing nights.
Fishing equipment and tackle will be provided. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
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| CALLING ALL SQUIRRELS!
For all ages
Wednesday, June 6, 6:30 – 8 p.m.
FREE; registration not required.
For more information on the seminar, contact (316) 683-5499, ext. 104.
Join Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism employee and squirrel hunting
enthusiast Marc Murrell for a fun-filled, educational evening. His seminar will provide a
wealth of information on one of Kansas’ favorite small game species. Squirrel hunting
techniques and tactics, equipment, cleaning and cooking will all be discussed. Of special
interest will be information on the art of calling squirrels. Door prizes will be given
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28th ANNUAL WALK WITH WILDLIFE
ONE DAY ONLY!
Saturday, June 9, 2012 • 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 9 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
Over $1 million worth of hands-on displays interpreting the animals, plants
and habitats of the Great Plains are found 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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