Events

Hike the dune trails of Shore Acres township park as we search for incredible insects.  Join a naturalist as we venture through the park with sweep nets, uncovering the hidden […]

Knee-high Naturalists introduces the wonders of the natural world to young children. Crafts, activities, books, snacks, live animals, and outside exploration will be incorporated into their nature-based learning experience. Parents […]

Have you ever wondered what snakes eat? What about frogs? Snakes and adult frogs are carnivores and only eat other animals. Come to the ODC this summer to find out […]

Join us for a birding hike around a local birding hotspot! Walk with one of our naturalists who will guide you through the trails. Our naturalist will help you learn […]

Explore the art and science of catching butterflies! Become amateur lepidopterists as we spend the morning in the meadow. Learn proper netting techniques, safe and humane insect capture, and methods […]

Join us for a fun-filled adventure at Winstrom Park! Bring the kiddos out to enjoy a lively storytime with one of our naturalists, and meet some of our amazing captive […]

Ever wondered what sets a bird of prey apart from other birds? Now’s your chance to discover the secrets of these incredible hunters! Join us as we get to know […]

Join us for this advanced beading class - sponsored by Park Township - where we will use hooks to create fringe earrings. We will be using seed beads, needles and […]