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Hike of the Week - Kansas Children's Discovery Center
Saturday, December 20, 2014 (All day) Topeka, KSFamilies and children can explore KCDC's forest and enjoy all the wonders of nature in an intimate, safe environment. Observe the native...
MoreHealthy Families on the Move! Kansas Children's Discovery Center
Tuesday, December 30, 2014 (All day) Topeka, KSGuided hikes, healthy cooking, educational programs and more! Learn how changes in the environment affect living things and investigate those...
MoreFebruary 28th 2015 Hike with the Eagles!
Saturday, February 28, 2015 - 10:00am to 3:00pm , KSA chilly but scenic time to hike, February is THE prime time to see American Bald Eagles in their natural habitat – right here in Kansas! We will...
MorePerry Lake Hiking Trail - Spring Maintenance Outing
Saturday, March 14, 2015 - 9:00am to 3:45pm Oskaloosa, KSWe'll be working on improving part of this 30-mile trail. Bring a lunch, water, and bow saws or loppers if you have them (we do have extra...
MoreBirding for a Life Long Adventure
Saturday, March 28, 2015 - 10:00am to 12:00pm Overland Park, KSDr. Seibel will be back again for this informative talk about bird watching and identification.
MoreSecond Sunday Monthly Hike
Sunday, April 12, 2015 - 1:00pm to 3:00pm Lawrence, KSOur next Second Sunday Hike will be on April 12th at 1pm, and we will again begin at the Swimming Beach after meeting at the main office. We will...
MoreState Park Open House
Saturday, April 25, 2015 - 5:00am to 11:00pm Lawrence, KSThe Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism announced that all state parks will hold an Open House on Saturday April 25th, 2015. There...
MoreDiscover Salina Naturally
Sunday, May 3, 2015 - 11:00am to 4:00pm Salina, KSDiscover Salina is a unique, free, yearly event that achieves three goals; it introduces young families to local history, children to nature and...
MoreSecond Sunday Monthly Hike
Sunday, May 10, 2015 - 1:00pm to 3:00pm Lawrence, KSOur next Second Sunday Hike will be on April 12th at 1pm, and we will again begin at the Swimming Beach after meeting at the main office. We will...
MoreSandsage Prairie Spring Excursion
Saturday, May 30, 2015 - 9:00am to 2:00pm Garden City, KSThis is a great opportunity to experience the diversity of spring blooms in the sandsage prairie south of the Arkansas River in southwest Kansas....
MoreNational Trails Day
Saturday, June 6, 2015 (All day) , KSTrail permit fee will be waived in honor of National Trails Day. ( Daily permits are normally $3.50 for adults 16 yrs of age or older, or an...
MoreSecond Sunday Monthly Hike
Sunday, June 14, 2015 - 1:00pm to 3:00pm Lawrence, KSOur next Second Sunday Hike will be on April 12th at 1pm, and we will again begin at the Swimming Beach after meeting at the main office. We will...
MoreSecond Sunday Monthly Hike
Sunday, July 12, 2015 - 1:00pm to 3:00pm Lawrence, KSOur next Second Sunday Hike will be on April 12th at 1pm, and we will again begin at the Swimming Beach after meeting at the main office. We will...
MoreSecond Sunday Monthly Hike
Sunday, August 9, 2015 - 1:00pm to 3:00pm Lawrence, KSOur next Second Sunday Hike will be on April 12th at 1pm, and we will again begin at the Swimming Beach after meeting at the main office. We will...
MoreRETRO WEEKEND AT POMONA STATE PARK
Saturday, August 22, 2015 - 10:00am to 10:00pm Vassar, KSFriends of Pomona State Park will be hosting their 2nd Annual Retro Weekend at Pomona State Park on Saturday, August 22, 2015. The event will be...
MoreSecond Sunday Monthly Hike
Sunday, September 13, 2015 - 1:00pm to 3:00pm Lawrence, KSOur next Second Sunday Hike will be on April 12th at 1pm, and we will again begin at the Swimming Beach after meeting at the main office. We will...
MoreHealthy Fun at the State Parks Day
Saturday, September 26, 2015 (All day) LAWRENCE, KSOur events...
One hour Hike starts at Noon at the Beach Parking Lot
Grand Re-Opening of our 9 hole Frisbee Disc Golf Course - Come...
Explore Kansas at Horsethief Reservoir
Saturday, November 28, 2015 (All day) , KSHike the trails around the lake through prairie grasses and bluffs overlooking the lake on the south side on a self guided tour of the lake...
MoreExplore Kansas at Horsethief Reservoir
Saturday, December 5, 2015 (All day) , KSHike the trails around the lake through prairie grasses and bluffs overlooking the lake on the south side on a self guided tour of the lake...
MoreExplore Kansas at Horsethief Reservoir
Saturday, December 12, 2015 (All day) , KSHike the trails around the lake through prairie grasses and bluffs overlooking the lake on the south side on a self guided tour of the lake...
MoreSecond Sunday Monthly Guided Hike
Sunday, December 13, 2015 - 1:00pm to 3:00pm Lawrence, KSOur next guided hike will take place on December 13th. Meet at the Park Office at 1 p.m. We’ll take a 2 hour hike. This month we’ll be heading...
MoreExplore Kansas at Horsethief Reservoir
Saturday, December 19, 2015 (All day) , KSHike the trails around the lake through prairie grasses and bluffs overlooking the lake on the south side on a self guided tour of the lake...
MoreFirst Day Guided Hike
Friday, January 1, 2016 - 1:00pm to 3:00pm Lawrence, KSStart the year off right, with US on the trails. We will start out in our Picnic Area on our hike. Hopefully we’ll have a chance to see the...
MoreHike with the Eagles!
Saturday, February 13, 2016 - 12:30pm to 5:00pm LECOMPTON, KSJoin us for the 2nd Annual Eagle Hike on Saturday February 13th!
We will be meeting at an INDOOR location in Historic Lecompton where we...
MoreSecond Sunday Monthly Guided Hike
Sunday, February 14, 2016 - 1:00pm to 2:30pm Lawrence, KSClinton State Park and AmeriCorps invite you to join us for monthly hikes through the park every Second Sunday through the coming year. Each...
MoreHike The Castle Trail This Spring (Unguided)
Saturday, February 27, 2016 - 9:00am , KSAt the summit, experience panoramic 360 degree views of the surrounding landscape. Hiking time on the 2+ mile trail is about 45 minutes. The...
More8 MILES OF MARCH MADNESS
Saturday, March 5, 2016 (All day) OZAWKIE, KSIt's that time of year, it could be cold and snowy or it could be springy and vaguely warm so obviously we should take a hike!! This will be...
MoreHike The Castle Trail This Spring (Unguided)
Saturday, March 5, 2016 - 9:00am , KSAt the summit, experience panoramic 360 degree views of the surrounding landscape. Hiking time on the 2+ mile trail is about 45 minutes. The...
MoreWednesday Walk - Baker Wetlands (Unguided)
Wednesday, March 9, 2016 (All day) Lawrence, KSWhy wait for the weekend to get outside? Check out the newly opened trail at Baker Wetlands. Once completed, nearly 10 miles of trails will be...
MoreHike The Castle Trail This Spring (Unguided)
Saturday, March 12, 2016 - 9:00am , KSAt the summit, experience panoramic 360 degree views of the surrounding landscape. Hiking time on the 2+ mile trail is about 45 minutes. The...
MoreSecond Sunday Monthly Guided Hike
Sunday, March 13, 2016 - 1:00pm to 2:30pm Lawrence, KSClinton State Park and AmeriCorps invite you to join us for monthly hikes through the park every Second Sunday through the coming year. Each...
MoreHome Tweet Home
Monday, March 14, 2016 - 1:00pm to 3:00pm Overland Park, KSPut a bird in it! For kids ages 8 and up. Enjoy building your own wren house designed for the suburban yard. Our volunteers will lead this fun and...
MoreWednesday Walk - Pomona State Park
Wednesday, March 16, 2016 (All day) Vasser, KSWhy wait for the weekend? Enjoy a Wednesday hike at Pomona State Park. Open dawn til dusk, this unguided activity will allow you to enjoy the...
MoreBirding Adventure for Children
Wednesday, March 16, 2016 - 1:00pm to 2:30pm Overland Park, KSKids age 9-12, would you like to learn about our feathered friends? Observe them through binoculars at our bird watch and native habitat. Learn...
MoreHike The Castle Trail This Spring (Unguided)
Saturday, March 19, 2016 - 9:00am , KSAt the summit, experience panoramic 360 degree views of the surrounding landscape. Hiking time on the 2+ mile trail is about 45 minutes. The...
MoreWednesday Walk - Flint Hills Nature Trail
Wednesday, March 23, 2016 (All day) , KSWhy wait for the weekend? The longest trail in Kansas at 117 miles, this all volunteer, Rails-To-Trails project crosses five counties in eastern...
More8 MORE MILES
Saturday, April 2, 2016 (All day) , KSSOLD OUT!!!!! CHECK dirtygirladventures.net and the dirtyshop for details on other activities.
JOIN THE DIRTY GIRLS ON ANOTHER 8 MILE...
MoreSecond Sunday Monthly Guided Hike
Sunday, April 10, 2016 - 1:00pm to 2:30pm Lawrence, KSClinton State Park and AmeriCorps invite you to join us for monthly hikes through the park every Second Sunday through the coming year. Each...
MoreDOWN AND DIRTY FAMILY FRIENDLY HIKE
Saturday, May 7, 2016 (All day) , KSJOIN THE DIRTY GIRLS FOR A FAMILY FRIENDLY HIKE AT LAKE PERRY! WE WILL COMPLETE A 3 MILE HIKE, AND THIS EVENT IS APPROPRIATE FOR PEOPLE OF ALL...
MoreSecond Sunday Monthly Guided Hike
Sunday, May 8, 2016 - 1:00pm to 2:30pm Lawrence, KSClinton State Park and AmeriCorps invite you to join us for monthly hikes through the park every Second Sunday through the coming year. Each...
MoreNew Volunteer Orientation
Saturday, May 14, 2016 - 9:00am to 11:00am Overland Park, KSIt’s not just gardening! Consider spending part of your leisure time volunteering at Overland Park's 300-acre Arboretum and Botanical Gardens...
MoreSpring Wildflower Tour
Saturday, June 4, 2016 - 9:00am Canton, KSWildflowers abound at the refuge. Evening primrose, spiderwort, goat's rue, prairie clover, and cat's claw are just a few that bloom in...
MoreSecond Sunday Monthly Guided Hike
Sunday, June 12, 2016 - 1:00pm to 2:30pm Lawrence, KSClinton State Park and AmeriCorps invite you to join us for monthly hikes through the park every Second Sunday through the coming year. Each...
MoreGovernor's Campout & Great Outdoor Day
Saturday, June 18, 2016 - 10:00am to Sunday, June 19, 2016 - 10:00am , KSGreat Outdoors Day:
Celebrate Get Outdoors Month with the Kansas Dept of Wildlife, Parks, & Tourism & others for a FREE...
MINDFUL MILES
Tuesday, June 21, 2016 - 6:15pm to 8:15pm , KSDURING THIS SPECIAL EVENT, THE DIRTY GIRLS WILL COACH YOU ON ACTIVE MINDFULNESS, AND ENGAGE YOU IN AN EXPERIENCE TO HELP YOU LEARN HOW TO BE MORE...
MoreFIREWORKS AT POMONA STATE PARK
Saturday, July 2, 2016 (All day) VASSAR, KSFIREWORKS SHOW CANCELLED FOR SATURDAY, JULY 2ND.
DUE TO UPCOMING FORECAST OF HEAVY RAIN IN THE AREA.
THE SHOW WILL BE RESCHEDULED AT A...
KAW RIVER CAMP OUT
Friday, July 29, 2016 - 2:00pm to Saturday, July 30, 2016 - 12:00pm LECOMPTON, KSCome with us for a Kaw River Camp Out! We will check in at Lecompton Rising Sun River Access at 2pm on Friday July 29th to load the kayaks with...
MoreArkansas River Float Trips
Tuesday, August 2, 2016 (All day) to Friday, September 30, 2016 (All day) , KSThe Arkansas River in Hutchinson, Kansas is your best destination for outdoor activities. Abundant wildlife and natural surroundings will make...
MoreFREE Entry Day at Clinton State Park
Saturday, August 13, 2016 (All day) Lawrence, KSEnjoy the State Park without purchasing a daily vehicle permit TODAY!
MoreNew Volunteer Orientation
Wednesday, September 7, 2016 - 9:00am to 11:00am Overland Park, KSIt’s not just gardening! Consider spending part of your leisure time volunteering at Overland Park's 300-acre Arboretum and Botanical Gardens...
MoreCoffey County O.K. Kids Day
Friday, September 9, 2016 - 7:30am to Sunday, September 11, 2016 - 10:30pm Burlington, KSActivities include: Pancake Breakfast – Fishing Derby – Project Wild Games – Lunch – Boat Rides – Canoeing – Storytime Activities – Pellet Shoot...
MoreWorldwide Day of Play Celebration!
Saturday, September 24, 2016 - 11:00am to 3:00pm Topeka, KSJoin us for a day of fun-filled activities at the Kansas Children's Discovery Center. We are celebrating the "Worldwide Day of Play...
MoreFirst Day Hike, Tuttle Creek State Park
Sunday, January 1, 2017 - 4:00pm to 6:00pm Manhattan, KSMeet at State Park Office January 1, 2017 for a First Day Hike at 4pm to 6PM. Wear weather appropriate clothing, water, binoculars, light,...
MoreSecond Sunday Monthly Guided Hike
Sunday, February 12, 2017 - 1:00pm to 2:30pm Lawrence, KSClinton State Park and AmeriCorps invite you to join us for monthly hikes through the park every Second Sunday through the coming year. Each...
MoreTuttle Trek
Saturday, March 18, 2017 - 12:15pm to 3:00pm Manhattan, KSAmeriCorps members will lead a guided hike through the park. At the conclusion, a craft item will be built.
MoreDirty Girls Get Away!
Friday, April 21, 2017 - 6:00pm to Sunday, April 23, 2017 - 4:30pm Council Grove, KS4/21 – 4/23 Dirty Girls Get Away! 6pm Friday through Sunday afternoon
$350 regular $300 member
Join us at Camp White on Council...
MoreMike Stoakes Bird Walk
Saturday, April 22, 2017 - 8:15am to 10:00am Overland Park, KSMike Stoakes, Arboretum volunteer and all around birder will lead this walk to look for and listen to the birds that live at the Arboretum. Nearly...
MorePrairie Day at the Kansas Children's Discovery Center
Saturday, April 29, 2017 - 11:00am to 3:00pm Topeka, KSCelebrate the prairie on Saturday, April 29th! Explore the trails in the prairie while completing a scavenger hunt. Talk with experts about...
MoreTrent Reed Bird Walk
Sunday, April 30, 2017 - 8:15am to 10:00am Overland Park, KSLocal expert Trent Reed will lead this very informative bird walk. Each session varies on what birds are spotted. Duration is one hour, plus...
MoreWebster State Park OK KIDS Day
Saturday, May 6, 2017 - 9:00am to 1:00pm Stockton, KSYouth Ages 4-12 are invited to attend the activities located throughout the park. They will be a fishing clinic, a skins and skulls presentation...
MoreLet's Camp America- Cedar Bluff
Saturday, May 6, 2017 - 9:00am to 3:00pm Ellis, KSLet's Camp America! Join the nation wide effort to get families outdoors. Pack up your tent and join us here at Cedar Bluff State Park....
MoreDiscover Salina Naturally
Sunday, May 7, 2017 - 11:00am to 4:00pm , KSMeet a pioneer or mountain man
Talk to a buffalo hunter
See a sophisticated telescope and view
the surface of the sun
...
Mike Stoakes Bird Walk
Saturday, May 20, 2017 - 8:15am to 10:00am Overland Park, KSMike Stoakes, Arboretum volunteer and all around birder will lead this walk to look for and listen to the birds that live at the Arboretum. Nearly...
MoreDIRTY GIRL ADVENTURES KAYAK SEASON OPENER
Saturday, May 20, 2017 - 2:00pm to 4:00pm , KSJoin us for the FIRST DGA Kayaking event of 2017!! This is our season opener and it will be a larger than usual lake event. We will paddle and...
MoreDIRTY GIRL ADVENTURES KAYAK SEASON OPENER
Sunday, May 21, 2017 - 1:30pm to 3:30pm , KSJoin us for the FIRST DGA Kayaking event of 2017!! This is our season opener and it will be a larger than usual lake event. We will paddle and...
MoreDIRTY GIRL ADVENTURES KAYAK SEASON OPENER
Sunday, May 21, 2017 - 5:30pm to 7:30pm , KSJoin us for the FIRST DGA Kayaking event of 2017!! This is our season opener and it will be a larger than usual lake event. We will paddle and...
MoreGrand Walk in the Arboretum
Wednesday, May 31, 2017 - 10:00am to 12:00pm Overland Park, KSSchool is out, celebrate summer by taking your grandkids on a Grand Walk of the Arboretum. Enjoy this opportunity to spend some time learning...
MoreDillon Nature Center/Wal-mart O.K. Kids Fishing Day
Saturday, June 3, 2017 - 9:00am to 11:00am Hutchinson, KSThis is a wonderful opportunity for the family to spend the day together fishing and enjoying nature. Door prizes and lunch provided.
MoreKansas Children's Discovery Center
Saturday, July 8, 2017 - 1:00pm to 2:00pm Topeka, KSIt's time for a scavenger hunt! Join us in our Outdoor Classroom as we navigate through nature. It's sure to be Serious Fun! At 1 pm at...
MoreUP RIVER RUN
Saturday, July 15, 2017 (All day) , KSTHE DIRTY GIRLS WILL EXPLORE A NEW SECTION OF THE KANSAS RIVER, TAKING YOU ON A BEAUTIFUL ROUTE west of TOPEKA!
MORE INFORMATION WILL BE...
MoreEarly Fall Morning Paddle - Antioch Wetlands
Saturday, September 9, 2017 - 8:00am to 11:30am Spring Hill, KSJoin Paddle KC members for an early morning paddle at the beautiful Antioch Wetlands on the north side of Hillsdale Lake. We'll paddle a...
MoreEarly Morning Paddle
Saturday, September 9, 2017 - 8:00am to 11:30am Spring Hill, KSGrab your kayaking, paddleboarding, or canoe gear and join us for an early fall morning paddle with Paddle KC. We'll explore a section of the...
MoreChristmas Bird Count - Smoky Hills Audubon Society
Saturday, December 16, 2017 (All day) C, KSSmoky Hill Audubon members, National Audubon members and the general public are all invited to participate in this year’s Christmas Bird Count....
MoreFirst Day Hike
Monday, January 1, 2018 - 9:00am to 12:00pm Ellis, KSStart 2018 right with a guided hike! Join Park Manager Steve Seibel for hike on our Agave Ridge Trail. The guided hike will start at 9 am at the...
MoreFirst Day Hike
Monday, January 1, 2018 - 10:30am to 12:00pm Manhattan, KSTuttle Creek State Park will host it's annual First Day Hike on January 1, 2018 from 10:30 - 12:00 PM. Hike will be family friendly, last...
MoreNew Volunteer Orientation at the Overland Park Arboretum
Wednesday, January 24, 2018 - 10:00am to 12:00pm Overland Park, KSPotential volunteers learn about the various opportunities available at Overland Park's 300-acre Arboretum and Botanical Gardens. We will...
MoreEagle Hike
Saturday, February 10, 2018 (All day) , KSJoin us for our annual Eagle Hike along the Perry Lake Trail. We will hope to observe some American Bald Eagles as we hike. General information...
MorePerry Lake Hiking Trail Maintenance - Perry KS
Saturday, March 10, 2018 - 9:15am to 3:15pm Oskaloosa, KSWe'll be working on improving part of this 30-mile trail. Bring a lunch, water, and bow saws or loppers if you have them (we do have extra)....
MoreHome Tweet Home
Tuesday, March 13, 2018 - 1:00pm to 2:00pm Overland Park, KSPut a bird in it! Kids ages 8 and up will enjoy building their own wren house designed for the suburban yard. Our volunteers will lead this fun...
MoreFree Admission Weekend
Saturday, March 24, 2018 (All day) to Sunday, March 25, 2018 (All day) Overland Park, KSAdmission to the Arboretum is free all weekend
MoreNew Volunteer Orientation at the Overland Park Arboretum
Wednesday, April 4, 2018 - 10:00am to 12:00pm Overland Park, KSPotential volunteers learn about the various opportunities available at Overland Park's 300-acre Arboretum and Botanical Gardens. We will...
MoreMake a Gourd Birdhouse Class
Saturday, April 7, 2018 - 10:00am to 11:00am Overland Park, KSCome make a birdhouse from a gourd! Participants will personalize a pre-drilled gourd with paint, color, and decorations. At the end of the...
MoreDiscover Salina Naturally Fair
Sunday, May 6, 2018 - 11:00am to 4:00pm Salina, KSThe Discover Salina Naturally Fair is a free event for families to learn and interact with many aspects of past, present, and future efforts with...
MoreNew Volunteer Orientation at the Overland Park Arboretum
Wednesday, September 12, 2018 - 10:00am to 12:00pm Overland Park, KSPotential volunteers learn about the various opportunities available at Overland Park's 300-acre Arboretum and Botanical Gardens. We will...
MoreThe Great Kaw Adventure Race
Saturday, September 29, 2018 - 9:00am Eudora, KSThe Great Kaw Adventure Race is an orienteering based, cognitive, and physical challenge event. Challenges could be trivia about Eudora's...
MoreFree Admission Weekend
Saturday, October 6, 2018 (All day) to Sunday, October 7, 2018 (All day) Overland Park, KSAdmission to the Arboretum is free all weekend
MorePerry Lake Hiking Trail Maintenance - Perry KS
Sunday, March 31, 2019 (All day) , KSUPDATE: The March 30/31 Maintenance Outing has changed to Sunday March 31 only, due to weather and trail conditions. Still meeting a Longview Park...
MoreRoving Interpretation at The Great Plains Nature Center
Tuesday, May 14, 2019 - 10:00am , KSBe on the lookout!
Each week our staff will hit the trails with a roving program cart equipped with artifacts, fun, and maybe even live...
Roving Interpretation at The Great Plains Nature Center
Tuesday, May 21, 2019 - 10:00am , KSBe on the lookout!
Each week our staff will hit the trails with a roving program cart equipped with artifacts, fun, and maybe even live...
Roving Interpretation at The Great Plains Nature Center
Tuesday, May 28, 2019 - 10:00am , KSBe on the lookout!
Each week our staff will hit the trails with a roving program cart equipped with artifacts, fun, and maybe even live...
Roving Interpretation at The Great Plains Nature Center
Tuesday, June 4, 2019 - 10:00am , KSBe on the lookout!
Each week our staff will hit the trails with a roving program cart equipped with artifacts, fun, and maybe even live...
Roving Interpretation at The Great Plains Nature Center
Tuesday, June 11, 2019 - 10:00am , KSBe on the lookout!
Each week our staff will hit the trails with a roving program cart equipped with artifacts, fun, and maybe even live...
Roving Interpretation at The Great Plains Nature Center
Tuesday, June 18, 2019 - 10:00am , KSBe on the lookout!
Each week our staff will hit the trails with a roving program cart equipped with artifacts, fun, and maybe even live...
Roving Interpretation at The Great Plains Nature Center
Tuesday, June 25, 2019 - 10:00am , KSBe on the lookout!
Each week our staff will hit the trails with a roving program cart equipped with artifacts, fun, and maybe even live...
Roving Interpretation at The Great Plains Nature Center
Tuesday, July 2, 2019 - 10:00am , KSBe on the lookout!
Each week our staff will hit the trails with a roving program cart equipped with artifacts, fun, and maybe even live...
The Great Kaw Adventure Race
Saturday, September 28, 2019 - 9:00am Eudora, KSThe Great Kaw Adventure Race is an orienteering based, cognitive, and physical challenge event. Challenges could be trivia about Eudora's...
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