Events

Discover what’s for dinner at Burr Oak Woods as the captive amphibians, fish and turtles enjoy their feast every Tuesday and Friday. The snakes are fed on the second and fourth Wednesday (March 8 & 22).

Please join the Interpretive Site Coalition (ISC) for the Passport to Adventure kick-off. Pick up your 2023 Passport to Adventure booklet to join the fun! Visit participating sites, get your passport stamped and get entered to win prizes.

Happy Earth Month! We can try our best to practice the 3 R’s, but nothing can beat the recycling power of nature! Living things big and small are working hard 24/7 to recycle organic matter for new life. This program will begin in the classroom and end outdoors on the trail looking for nature’s recyclers.

As springtime approaches, so does the births of baby animals. However, not all babies grow up the same way. Some babies are ready to live on their own while other babies stick close to their mothers. Together we’ll learn about the different ways baby animals are raised in the forest.

In person and virtual options available!

Registration required (ages 0-36 months)

Let’s learn about birds and their feathers and spring wildflowers! Feathers are an important part of being bird. We will watch birds from the bird viewing area and enjoy a ½ mile walk looking for flowers and birds.

Registration required (All ages)

Spring refreshes the cycle of life, brings out the birds and flowers start their show. Seize the time to enjoy the beauty of this short season as we walk looking for birds and wildflowers!

Registration required (ages 18+)

Enrich your life by nature immersion to reduce stress, boost immunity, lower blood pressure, improve sleep and many more possible health benefits. Topics to look forward to this year include: Summer Solstice Kayak, Butterfly Picnic and Sound Therapy. Hang around with a naturalist in a quiet alcove of Burr Oak Woods to enjoy some easy nature journaling time from a hammock or camp chair you bring or recline on our tarp (bring a blanket, etc.).

Mushrooms are a delight for animals and people alike! Explore the realm of the fungi and learn what role they play in our environment, and which may be a good addition to your dinner plate. We will be joined by KC Mycological Society President, Brittany Martinez. Foray hike in the woods of Burr Oak Woods to follow presentation.

Birds across Missouri have lots of beak shapes and sizes to help them catch food effectively. Explore the world of bird beak diversity through hands on activities from a bird’s eye view. You may arrive anytime between 1:30 and 3PM to complete at your own pace. Plan to spend approximately 30 minutes to visit every station. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Composting is the process of transforming organic scraps into nutrient rich garden fertilizer and it can start in your own kitchen! This talk will discuss the science of decomposition, common household methods and provide tips for getting started. Registrants will receive an invite to WebEx prior to the event.

Composting is the process of transforming organic scraps into nutrient rich garden fertilizer and it can start in your own kitchen! This talk will discuss the science of decomposition, common household methods and provide tips for getting started. Registrants will receive an invite to WebEx prior to the event.