People have used plants for food, medicine, and enjoyment throughout history. Join CNC staff for a casual trail walk to discover the uses, names and other folklore of a variety of plants. Meet at the Visitor Center FREE | Ages 15+, under 18 w/adult Learn more: WHAT'S IN A NAME? FLOWER FOLKLORE 9/7/2023 6:00 PM - […]

This program is designed for parents to take a guided walk with their child, learn about the outdoors and learn ways to introduce children to the natural world around them. Meet at the Visitor Center. FREE | Ages: 6 mos-2 yrs w/adult Learn More: WEE STROLL 2nd Friday of the month April-Oct, 9:30-10:30 am

Migrating birds use CNC as a rest stop for their journey to wintering grounds. Join an Interpretive Naturalist to learn about fall migration and how to ID birds in their nonbreeding plumage. Loaner binoculars are available. Meet at the Visitor Center. FREE | Ages: 9+, under 18 w/adult Learn more: BIRD HIKE 9/9/2023 8:00 AM - […]

Come be a part of citizen science and learn about the amazing Monarch Butterfly, the only true migratory butterfly. With the cooperation of the monarchs and the weather, we will net the butterflies, give them a checkup, apply a tiny tag and then send them on their 2,000-plus mile journey to Mexico for their winter […]

September 9, 2023 10:00am-2:00pm Come be a part of citizen science and learn about the amazing Monarch Butterfly, the only true migratory butterfly. With the cooperation of the monarchs and the weather, we will net the butterflies, give them a checkup, apply a tiny tag and then send them on their 2,000-plus mile journey to […]