Backyard Bass- Learn to Cast
2026-07-08 10:00 - 11:00 (America/North_Dakota/Center)
Learn the fundamentals of fishing and perfect your cast with a game of Backyard Bass!
This is not an actual fishing event, but it is a great way to get better at casting a fishing pole.

Story time at the Nature Center
2026-07-09 13:00 - 14:00
We are so excited to be partnering with the Montgomery County Memorial Library System for “Story time at the Nature Center” Thursday, July 9th at 1:00pm!
Visit their website to learn more about our libraries and their upcoming events! https://www.countylibrary.org/
Space is limited so please arrive on time.

Critter Chat
2026-07-10 14:00 - 14:30, 2026-07-14 10:00 - 10:30
Stop by the Nature Center to listen to a member of our Animal Care staff give a chat about one of our animal ambassadors!
Space is limited so please arrive on time.

Fishing with the Sunrise
2026-07-17 07:30 - 09:30
Join us for a morning of fishing at Bluegill Pond!
We will have our fishing gear available for you to use if you do not have your own. Bait will also be supplied. The equipment and bait are first come first served.
Bring a chair and plenty of water to spend the morning with us catching memories at Bluegill Pond!

All About Bees & Beekeeping
2026-07-18 14:00 - 15:00, 2026-07-28 14:00 - 15:00
Bee-ginning backyard beekeeping is an un-bee-lievably sweet adventure for the entire family. Catch the buzz-worthy basics on how these amazing little helpers turn backyard flowers into delicious honey right outside your door!

Story time in the Wildlife Room
2026-07-21 10:00 - 10:30
Join us in the Wildlife Room for a great nature-themed story followed by a visit from one of our animal ambassadors!
Space is limited so please arrive on time.

Pokemon Hike
2026-07-24 10:00 - 11:00
Come dressed as your favorite Pokémon or in your Pokémon gear!
Join us to catch a glimpse of some real-life Pokémon on this fun hike! Pokémon are not the only creatures that “evolve” as they grow up. Just as Caterpie changes into Butterfree, so does a caterpillar change into a butterfly!
Learn about these real-life Pokemon, and try to catch’em all!

Critter Chat- Animal Nutrition Edition!
2026-07-25 10:00 - 10:30
Join us for a special edition of our Critter Chat program! Chef Blake will speak with visitors about the importance of proper nutrition for our animal ambassadors here at the Nature Center!
Space is limited so please arrive on time.

Birding Hike
2026-08-01 09:30 - 10:30
Join our resident aviculturist for a birding hike around the preserve!
Suitable for the whole family. Don’t forget your binoculars!
