Events

Come and explore the nature preserve in a whole new way. Discover the sights, sounds, and beauty of nature at night as we go for a hike through our prairies and forests. Please no light up shoes

Learn to make ink with Black Walnuts, Buckthorn Berries, and paint with natural pigments only found in nature! Option to take some ink home with you. This is a great program for all who are curious, kids and adults alike!

Cost: Members $8 per person | Non-members $10 per person

It’s that time of the year to seed collect!

Learn to identify ten native flowers, the basics of seed collecting and make native seed packets to take home and give as gifts! Great for adults and kids alike.

Cost: Members $3 per person | Non-members $5 per person

Come and explore the nature preserve in a whole new way. Discover the sights, sounds, and beauty of nature at night as we go for a hike through our prairies and forests. Please no light up shoes, headlamps, flashlights, etc. We want our eyes to adjust to the dark.

Troop Level: Any
Cost: $8/Scout
Season: Fall
Max: 25 scouts (1 or 2 adults per troop)

It’s that time of the year to seed collect!

Learn to identify ten native flowers, the basics of seed collecting and make native seed packets to take home and give as gifts! Great for adults and kids alike.

Cost: Members $3 per person | Non-members $5 per person

What if Bubolz transformed into a magical kingdom?

Work together as a team to solve riddles, answer clues and learn about nature through a magical lens! Some stops on the adventure include finding “unicorn” (deer) trails, learning about wetlands and swamps where “ogres” live, and making fairy homes!

Cost: Members $15.00 per family | Non-members $20.00 per family

Join us for an evening insect hunt. Scouts will explore the prairie and ponds in search of late season insects. They will learn about life cycles, parts of the insect, and some of the more common ones found at the Preserve. Wear shoes or boots that can wet or muddy. This adventure will cover requirements in the Bug Badge.

Troop Level: Brownie
Cost: $8/Scout or sibling
Season: Fall
Max: 25 scouts (1 or 2 adults per troop)

ALL trails closed for private event. No trail access will be permitted. Thank you for your cooperation.

This is a bimonthly drop-off program, which meets from Thursday, September 8th, 2022 to May 18, 2023 for a total of 18 classes. Class times are 9 – 11am or 1 – 3pm. The classes are designed for students ages 5 to 12. Classes will vary topics based on season and will be both indoor and outdoor. This program is designed to supplement science curriculum and will be taught by knowledgeable naturalists and volunteers. Cost: $145/student for 18 classes We do accept payment from virtual schools. If you have a student enrolled in a Virtual Academy, you will receive an…