Events

Registration required on-line (ages 12-18)

If you love to have fun outdoors and like to learn new skills, then this program is for you! Teamwork, safety and leadership skills are stressed. Join us as we learn the basics of these outdoor skills (Fishing, Orienteering, Air Rifles).

Registration on-line reserves your spot. A confirmation telephone call will be received after May 14th to complete your registration. If you have questions, please call the nature center at 816-228-3766.

This program includes handgun safety, operation, shooting fundamentals, maintenance and safe storage. Equipment and ammunition will be provided; you may bring your own firearm and ammunition to the live-fire session.

No registration required (all ages)
Take a walk down to Burr Oak Creek to discover who lives there. This stream is home to fish, crayfish, insects and more! We will meet at the Bethany Falls pavilion, hike down a rocky trail to the creek, and use nets to catch and identify aquatic wildlife in this wet and wild experience.

Registration required on-line (ages 8-11)

If you love to have fun outdoors and like to learn new skills, then this program is for you! Teamwork, safety and leadership skills are stressed. Join us as we learn the basics of these outdoor skills (Fishing, Orienteering, Air Rifles).

Registration on-line reserves your spot. A confirmation telephone call will be received after May 14th to complete your registration. If you have questions, please call the nature center at 816-228-3766.

Registration required on-line (ages 12-18)

If you love to have fun outdoors and like to learn new skills, then this program is for you! Teamwork, safety and leadership skills are stressed. Join us as we learn the basics of these outdoor skills (Archery, Atlatl, Canoeing).

Registration on-line reserves your spot. A confirmation telephone call will be received after May 14th to complete your registration. If you have questions, please call the nature center at 816-228-3766.

Registration required on-line (ages 8-11)

If you love to have fun outdoors and like to learn new skills, then this program is for you! Teamwork, safety and leadership skills are stressed. Join us as we learn the basics of these outdoor skills (Fishing, Orienteering, Air Rifles).

Registration on-line reserves your spot. A confirmation telephone call will be received after May 14th to complete your registration. If you have questions, please call the nature center at 816-228-3766.

This program includes shotgun safety, operation, shooting fundamentals, maintenance and safe storage. Equipment and ammunition will be provided; you may bring your own firearm and ammunition to the live-fire session.

Lesson 4: Fishing with Lures and Fishing Regulations combines instruction with hands-on fishing to teach young anglers and families how to properly select a fishing lure based on desired fish species, weather and water conditions. In addition, participants will learn how to identify and understand fishing regulations. Fishing equipment, instructors/coaches and bait/lures will be provided. All children ages 7-15 must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Participants must have completed Lessons 1 and 2 prior to attending Lesson 3 or 4.

Registration required on-line (ages 8-11)

If you love to have fun outdoors and like to learn new skills, then this program is for you! Teamwork, safety and leadership skills are stressed. Join us as we learn the basics of these outdoor skills (Fishing, Orienteering, Air Rifles).

Registration on-line reserves your spot. A confirmation telephone call will be received after May 14th to complete your registration. If you have questions, please call the nature center at 816-228-3766.

Walk-in (ages 3-8; all welcome) Join volunteer naturalists for a fantastic journey through forests, streams and other magical places as they read select books. Children will participate in a hands-on nature activity.

Walk-In (ages 8+) Catching a fish on a lure that you created adds a whole new dimension of fun to fishing. This program will give you the opportunity to tie your own jig to catch that next fish. Whether you are new to jig tying or experienced make plans to join the fun!

Registration required for each family member attending (families with children 8+)
Lakes and streams are beautiful and are a unique part of the outdoor recreation opportunities in Missouri. Gain confidence exploring out on the water as you learn basic canoe, kayak and stand-up paddleboard strokes, problem-solving tips, and how to plan your own river trip. Please call to register. This program will be presented at the W. Robert Aylward Educational Pond.