Stop by the nature center between 6-7pm to enjoy a campfire and smores. Limited supply of smore supplies and roasting sticks. Meeting Location Notes: Highbanks Nature Center is the first ...Read More
Join us after hours and marvel at the night flying insects we don't normally see as they visit our light traps.
Bring your lunch and join us at the picnic area across from the Nature Center for a 30 min nature chat. Saturdays: 7/5 - Box Turtles 7/12 - Spiders 7/19 ...Read More
Get your buzz on with this month’s Science Saturday! We will be peeking into the fascinating world of honeybees including their laborious process of transforming nectar to honey, the hierarchy ...Read More
Explore the hidden gem of the Metro Parks. We will attempt to reach less-traveled areas of the park. Hiking may be strenuous and muddy, so wear sturdy shoes. Meet at ...Read More
Hike 1.5-miles and learn all about periodical and annual cicadas and how they can sing so loud!
Learn all about fluorescence and use blacklights to illuminate glowing creatures in the dark! Hike will be approximately 1 mile on a flat trail of asphalt and crushed limestone. Guests ...Read More
Come out anytime during the listed times and enjoy kayaking the lake at Quarry Trails Metro Park, kayaking will be first come first served. Solo, sit in kayaks available for ...Read More
Drop by our Natural Play Area and come ready to get wet and muddy as we explore Spring Creek and discover what lives there. Meet at our Natural Play Area ...Read More
Take a 2-mile (round-trip) hike to Blacklick Creek and then wade in the water in search of crayfish, frogs, fish, and insects.
Learn about the world of fungi as we take a walk to find some in the park.
Let the flowing water inspire you! Bring a journal or sketchbook and join us for a relaxing sketch session along the creek as we capture the sights of the creek ...Read More