Winter Changes - How do animals adapt to cold weather?

Friday, December 19, 2014 - 2:00pm to 3:30pm Topeka, KS

Trees, reptiles, butterflies, and bees all have different winter habits. Learn how changes in the environment affect living things and investigate...

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Hike of the Week - Kansas Children's Discovery Center

Saturday, December 20, 2014 (All day) Topeka, KS

Families and children can explore KCDC's forest and enjoy all the wonders of nature in an intimate, safe environment. Observe the native...

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Healthy Families on the Move! Kansas Children's Discovery Center

Tuesday, December 30, 2014 (All day) Topeka, KS

Guided hikes, healthy cooking, educational programs and more! Learn how changes in the environment affect living things and investigate those...

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Winter Tree ID Walk

Saturday, February 21, 2015 - 1:00pm to 3:00pm Topeka, KS

Learn to identify trees with only buds, twigs, and bark as clues. We will walk the many trails through the Oak-Hickory woods of Dornwood Park....

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Clear Bush Honeysuckle along Shunga Creek

Wednesday, March 18, 2015 - 6:00pm to 7:30pm Topeka, KS

Help clear bush honeysuckle from the woods along Shunga Creek. Felker Park is along Gage Blvd adjacent to Shunga Creek. We will continue to clear...

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Johnson County Healthy Yards Expo

Saturday, March 28, 2015 - 9:00am to 2:00pm Shawnee, KS

KNPS will host a booth featuring native plants at this annual Expo sponsored by Kansas State University and the City of Shawnee. Many vendors and...

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Cedar Crest Woodland Wildflower Walk

Tuesday, April 7, 2015 - 6:00pm to 8:00pm Topeka, KS

Explore the woods at MacLennan Park (Cedar Crest). These oak-hickory woods have an abundance of native woodland wildflowers. We will hike on the...

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Woodland Wildflower Walk

Saturday, April 11, 2015 - 10:00am to 12:00pm Overland Park, KS

Join our expert, Lynda Ochs, as you walk through the woodlands at the Arboretum to see the vast selection of native wildflowers in bloom. Please...

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Second Sunday Monthly Hike

Sunday, April 12, 2015 - 1:00pm to 3:00pm Lawrence, KS

Our 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...

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Old Military Trail Wildflower Walk

Saturday, April 18, 2015 - 1:00pm to 3:00pm , KS

In the past we have seen Trout Lilies, Dutchman's Breeches, Mayapples, Jack in the Pulpit, Bladdernut Shrubs and more.

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Be A Citizen Scientist

Wednesday, April 22, 2015 - 10:00am to 12:00pm Overland Park, KS

The National Phenology Network will conduct an information and training workshop for persons interested in being a citizen scientist observer....

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Webster State Park Open House

Saturday, April 25, 2015 (All day) Stockton, KS

The Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism announced that all state parks will hold an Open House on Saturday April 25th, 2015. There...

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State Park Open House

Saturday, April 25, 2015 - 5:00am to 11:00pm Lawrence, KS

The Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism announced that all state parks will hold an Open House on Saturday April 25th, 2015. There...

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Pomona State Park Open House

Saturday, April 25, 2015 - 10:00am to 2:00pm Vassar, KS

Pomona State Park is hosting a "Flower Planting Party" at our Open House on Saturday, April 25, 2015.
Free Entrance to Park -...

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Prairie Spirit Trail State Park Open House- Ottawa Depot

Saturday, April 25, 2015 - 11:00am to 3:00pm Ottawa, KS

State Park Open House.

Trail Support organizations will have exhibits as well as free snacks through the lunch hour.

A good chance...

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Concordia Wildflower Tour

Saturday, April 25, 2015 - 1:00pm to 4:00pm Concordia, KS

This is a great opportunity to explore a privately owned, preserved native area in north central Kansas! There is no charge and anyone can join...

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KNPS Spring Board Meeting & Outing

Saturday, May 2, 2015 - 2:00pm to 4:00pm Hiawatha, KS

The Spring board meeting will be held at the The Klinefelter Barn located on Highland Community College's Klinefelter Farm. The barn was...

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Discover Salina Naturally

Sunday, May 3, 2015 - 11:00am to 4:00pm Salina, KS

Discover Salina is a unique, free, yearly event that achieves three goals; it introduces young families to local history, children to nature and...

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Second Sunday Monthly Hike

Sunday, May 10, 2015 - 1:00pm to 3:00pm Lawrence, KS

Our 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...

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Concordia Wildflower Tour

Sunday, May 17, 2015 - 1:30pm to 3:30pm Concordia, KS

This is a great opportunity to explore a privately owned, preserved native area in north central Kansas! There is no charge and anyone can join...

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Sandsage Prairie Spring Excursion

Saturday, May 30, 2015 - 9:00am to 2:00pm Garden City, KS

This is a great opportunity to experience the diversity of spring blooms in the sandsage prairie south of the Arkansas River in southwest Kansas....

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National Trails Day

Saturday, June 6, 2015 (All day) , KS

Trail 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...

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Youth in the Outdoors Day

Saturday, June 6, 2015 - 9:00am to 2:00pm Topeka, KS

Come join the family fun! Youth ages 6 - 16 years old will be introduced to traditional outdoor activities such as sporting firearms, fishing,...

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Wild Flowers and Their Pollinators

Saturday, June 13, 2015 - 9:00am to 10:30am Olathe, KS

Come and learn about the interaction between wildflowers and pollinators at the 300 acre Olathe Prairie with Betsy Betros and Edna Hamera. We will...

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Second Sunday Monthly Hike

Sunday, June 14, 2015 - 1:00pm to 3:00pm Lawrence, KS

Our 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...

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Primitive Skills Workshop I

Saturday, June 20, 2015 - 12:00pm to 8:00pm Manhattan, KS

Saturday, June 20, 12-8 p.m.

Ages 16 and up. Youth ages 12-15 may be accompanied by an adult. Limited to 12 participants per session.

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Coombs Prairie Restoration Tour

Saturday, June 20, 2015 - 1:00pm to 4:00pm Holton, KS

Tour Fred and Nancy Coombs' ongoing restoration of native grasses and forbs on their 158-year-old family farm. Highlights include reseeding...

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Grant-Bradbury Prairie Walk

Thursday, June 25, 2015 - 6:30pm to 8:30pm Topeka, KS

Join KNPS for the 13th Annual walk at Grant-Bradbury Prairie Park. This 80-acre tallgrass prairie contains over 300 plant species. On this tour,...

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Second Sunday Monthly Hike

Sunday, July 12, 2015 - 1:00pm to 3:00pm Lawrence, KS

Our 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...

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Second Sunday Monthly Hike

Sunday, August 9, 2015 - 1:00pm to 3:00pm Lawrence, KS

Our 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...

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Second Sunday Monthly Hike

Sunday, September 13, 2015 - 1:00pm to 3:00pm Lawrence, KS

Our 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...

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Healthy Fun at the State Parks Day

Saturday, September 26, 2015 (All day) LAWRENCE, KS

Our events...
One hour Hike starts at Noon at the Beach Parking Lot
Grand Re-Opening of our 9 hole Frisbee Disc Golf Course - Come...

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GeoKids

Saturday, October 17, 2015 - 10:00am to 12:00pm Overland Park, KS

Hey kids! Are you ready for a treasure hunt at the Arboretum? GeoKids is a fun-filled activity consisting of a brief classroom presentation on...

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Go See It! Visit to Blue Earth Village

Thursday, November 19, 2015 - 6:30pm to 7:30pm Manhattan, KS

Come learn the history of Blue Earth Village and the people who called it home from Dr. Lauren Ritterbush, Associate Professor of Anthropology at...

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Second Sunday Monthly Guided Hike

Sunday, December 13, 2015 - 1:00pm to 3:00pm Lawrence, KS

Our 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...

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First Day Guided Hike

Friday, January 1, 2016 - 1:00pm to 3:00pm Lawrence, KS

Start 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...

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New Volunteer Orientation

Thursday, January 28, 2016 - 9:00am to 11:00am Overland Park, KS

It’s not just gardening! Consider spending part of your leisure time volunteering at Overland Park's 300-acre Arboretum & Botanical...

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Second Sunday Monthly Guided Hike

Sunday, February 14, 2016 - 1:00pm to 2:30pm Lawrence, KS

Clinton State Park and AmeriCorps invite you to join us for monthly hikes through the park every Second Sunday through the coming year. Each...

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Hike The Castle Trail This Spring (Unguided)

Saturday, February 27, 2016 - 9:00am , KS

At the summit, experience panoramic 360 degree views of the surrounding landscape. Hiking time on the 2+ mile trail is about 45 minutes. The...

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Hike The Castle Trail This Spring (Unguided)

Saturday, March 5, 2016 - 9:00am , KS

At the summit, experience panoramic 360 degree views of the surrounding landscape. Hiking time on the 2+ mile trail is about 45 minutes. The...

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Wednesday Walk - Baker Wetlands (Unguided)

Wednesday, March 9, 2016 (All day) Lawrence, KS

Why 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...

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Hike The Castle Trail This Spring (Unguided)

Saturday, March 12, 2016 - 9:00am , KS

At the summit, experience panoramic 360 degree views of the surrounding landscape. Hiking time on the 2+ mile trail is about 45 minutes. The...

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Second Sunday Monthly Guided Hike

Sunday, March 13, 2016 - 1:00pm to 2:30pm Lawrence, KS

Clinton State Park and AmeriCorps invite you to join us for monthly hikes through the park every Second Sunday through the coming year. Each...

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Arbor Day Open House

Monday, March 14, 2016 (All day) to Friday, March 18, 2016 (All day) Overland Park, KS

The Overland Park Forestry Division needs your help! Kids are invited to participate in the annual Arbor Day Poster Contest. Come to the Arboretum...

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Hike The Castle Trail This Spring (Unguided)

Saturday, March 19, 2016 - 9:00am , KS

At the summit, experience panoramic 360 degree views of the surrounding landscape. Hiking time on the 2+ mile trail is about 45 minutes. The...

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8 MORE MILES

Saturday, April 2, 2016 (All day) , KS

SOLD OUT!!!!! CHECK dirtygirladventures.net and the dirtyshop for details on other activities.

JOIN THE DIRTY GIRLS ON ANOTHER 8 MILE...

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Second Sunday Monthly Guided Hike

Sunday, April 10, 2016 - 1:00pm to 2:30pm Lawrence, KS

Clinton State Park and AmeriCorps invite you to join us for monthly hikes through the park every Second Sunday through the coming year. Each...

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Spring Wildflower Walk

Thursday, April 14, 2016 - 1:00pm to 2:30pm Paola, KS

Ken O’Dell will lead an exploration of the 1.5 mile ‘Hidden Spring Nature Trail” (Yes, there is a hidden spring!). While the terrain is steep in...

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Woodland Wildflower Walk

Wednesday, April 20, 2016 - 1:00pm to 3:00pm Overland Park, KS

Join our expert volunteers on a walk through the woods, to see and learn a little about the native wildflowers in bloom at the Arboretum. Please...

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Run/Walk Coyote Trail @ Webster State Park

Saturday, April 23, 2016 - 9:00am to 10:00am Stockton, KS

Run/Walk the Coyote Trail at 9 am. The loop is approx. 3 miles long. Bridget Starbuck will be leading the run starting at 9 however you are...

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Concordia Wildflower Tour

Saturday, April 23, 2016 - 1:00pm to 3:00pm Concordia, KS

This is a great opportunity to explore a privately owned, preserved native area in north central Kansas! There is no charge and anyone can join...

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Woodland Wildflower Walk

Saturday, April 23, 2016 - 1:00pm to 3:00pm Overland Park, KS

Join our expert volunteers on a walk through the woods, to see and learn a little about the native wildflowers in bloom at the Arboretum. Please...

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Treemendous Trees Art Exhibit

Monday, April 25, 2016 (All day) to Sunday, June 12, 2016 (All day) Overland Park, KS

Enjoy artwork from "The Tree Who Walked Through Time," a children’s picture book written and illustrated by local artists. Lavishly...

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Sketch Crawl

Thursday, April 28, 2016 - 9:00am to 12:00pm Overland Park, KS

Your opportunity to stop and sketch the roses -- and so many other captivating sights throughout the Arboretum. Afterward, share your results...

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Edible Landscapes Class

Saturday, April 30, 2016 - 1:00pm to 2:00pm Overland Park, KS

What is edible landscaping? It's integrating edible food plants into your garden in a decorative and visually interesting manner. It is not...

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Discover Salina Naturally

Sunday, May 1, 2016 - 11:00am to 5:00pm Salina, KS

The Discover Salina Naturally festival is free, family fun at its finest! Explore over 60 exhibits and booths, go on a nature walk, find something...

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Spring Plant Sale

Friday, May 6, 2016 - 9:00am to 7:00pm Overland Park, KS

There's no better place to outfit your home and garden than the Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens' Spring Plant Sale. Stroll...

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National Public Gardens Day

Friday, May 6, 2016 - 9:00am to 6:00pm Overland Park, KS

Enjoy this opportunity to spend some time learning about the many gardens at the Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens. Our knowledgeable...

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DOWN AND DIRTY FAMILY FRIENDLY HIKE

Saturday, May 7, 2016 (All day) , KS

JOIN 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...

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Spring Plant Sale

Saturday, May 7, 2016 - 9:00am to 3:00pm Overland Park, KS

There's no better place to outfit your home and garden than the Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens' Spring Plant Sale. Stroll...

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Container Gardening Class

Saturday, May 7, 2016 - 9:00am to 10:00am Overland Park, KS

Join our resident horticulturist in learning how to create a beautiful container garden for your home in sun or shade. Learn helpful design and...

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Second Sunday Monthly Guided Hike

Sunday, May 8, 2016 - 1:00pm to 2:30pm Lawrence, KS

Clinton State Park and AmeriCorps invite you to join us for monthly hikes through the park every Second Sunday through the coming year. Each...

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New Volunteer Orientation

Saturday, May 14, 2016 - 9:00am to 11:00am Overland Park, KS

It’s not just gardening! Consider spending part of your leisure time volunteering at Overland Park's 300-acre Arboretum and Botanical Gardens...

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Sketch Crawl

Saturday, May 21, 2016 - 10:00am to 1:00pm Overland Park, KS

Your opportunity to stop and sketch the roses -- and so many other captivating sights throughout the Arboretum. Afterward, share your results...

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Camp Wood YMCA Memorial Day Family Camp

Friday, May 27, 2016 - 4:00pm to Sunday, May 29, 2016 - 1:00pm Elmdale, KS

Give the T.V. a break, pack up the kids, and head to Camp Wood YMCA for the family vacation of a lifetime.

For three days over Memorial and...

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Nature Photography Contest and Exhibit

Wednesday, June 1, 2016 - 8:15am to Sunday, July 10, 2016 - 5:00pm Overland Park, KS

Celebrate the beauty and capture the wonder of the Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens with your photos! Prizes and special invitations...

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Spring Wildflower Tour

Saturday, June 4, 2016 - 9:00am Canton, KS

Wildflowers abound at the refuge. Evening primrose, spiderwort, goat's rue, prairie clover, and cat's claw are just a few that bloom in...

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Maxwell Spring Wildflower Tour

Saturday, June 11, 2016 - 9:00am to 12:00pm Canton, KS

Wildflowers abound in the rolling hills of Maxwell Wildlife Refuge. Evening primrose, spiderwort, goat's rue, prairie clover, and cat's...

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Second Sunday Monthly Guided Hike

Sunday, June 12, 2016 - 1:00pm to 2:30pm Lawrence, KS

Clinton State Park and AmeriCorps invite you to join us for monthly hikes through the park every Second Sunday through the coming year. Each...

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RIVER RUN IT AGAIN

Friday, June 17, 2016 (All day) , KS

JOIN THE DIRTY GIRLS FOR ANOTHER RIVER RUN!!!! More details to follow soon. Registration will be required, once the event is posted in the DIRTY...

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International Forest of Friendship Induction Ceremonies

Saturday, June 18, 2016 - 9:00am to 11:00am Atchison, KS

Each year in June the Forest inducts honorees, honoring those who have, or still are, contributing to all facets of aviation and aerospace....

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Tallgrass Prairie National Preserve - Butterflies and Pollinators

Saturday, June 18, 2016 - 9:00am to 4:00pm Strong City, KS

Join members of KNPS at the historic Tallgrass Prairie National Preserve on June 18 for presentations, wildflower walks, butterfly counting and...

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Wildflowers and Butterflies National Park Service Centennial Celebration

Saturday, June 18, 2016 - 9:00am to Sunday, June 19, 2016 - 4:00pm Strong City, KS

This special Park Service centennial weekend will focus on prairie wildflowers and the butterflies that they attract. Presentations include...

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Sketch Crawl

Tuesday, June 21, 2016 - 4:00pm to 6:30pm Overland Park, KS

Your opportunity to stop and sketch the roses -- and so many other captivating sights throughout the Arboretum. Afterward, share your results...

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Nature Photography Contest and Exhibit

Saturday, July 23, 2016 (All day) to Wednesday, September 7, 2016 (All day) Overland Park, KS

Celebrate the beauty and capture the wonder of the Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens with your photos! Prizes and special invitations...

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FREE Entry Day at Clinton State Park

Saturday, August 13, 2016 (All day) Lawrence, KS

Enjoy the State Park without purchasing a daily vehicle permit TODAY!

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New Volunteer Orientation

Wednesday, September 7, 2016 - 9:00am to 11:00am Overland Park, KS

It’s not just gardening! Consider spending part of your leisure time volunteering at Overland Park's 300-acre Arboretum and Botanical Gardens...

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Sketch Crawl

Saturday, September 10, 2016 - 10:00am to 1:00pm Overland Park, KS

Your opportunity to stop and sketch the roses -- and so many other captivating sights throughout the Arboretum. Afterward, share your results...

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Worldwide Day of Play Celebration!

Saturday, September 24, 2016 - 11:00am to 3:00pm Topeka, KS

Join us for a day of fun-filled activities at the Kansas Children's Discovery Center. We are celebrating the "Worldwide Day of Play...

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Hedge Apple Day

Sunday, September 25, 2016 - 12:00pm to 4:00pm Overland Park, KS

Kids will love this fun, hands on event. Come and make crafts from nature items collected right here at the Arboretum. Make one of our classic...

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Sketch Crawl

Thursday, October 13, 2016 - 9:00am to 12:00pm Overland Park, KS

Your opportunity to stop and sketch the roses -- and so many other captivating sights throughout the Arboretum. Afterward, share your results...

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Halloween Spooky Trail at Kansas Children's Discovery Center

Saturday, October 29, 2016 - 11:00am to 3:00pm Topeka, KS

Join us in the outdoor classroom at Kansas Children's Discovery Center from 11 am - 3 pm on October 29th! Wear your costume and go through...

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Second Sunday Monthly Guided Hike

Sunday, February 12, 2017 - 1:00pm to 2:30pm Lawrence, KS

Clinton State Park and AmeriCorps invite you to join us for monthly hikes through the park every Second Sunday through the coming year. Each...

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Woodland Wildflower Walk

Wednesday, April 19, 2017 - 1:00pm to 2:00pm Overland Park, KS

Join our experts, Lynda Ochs and Ken O'Dell, as you walk through the woodlands at the Arboretum to see the vast selection of native...

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Dirty Girls Get Away!

Friday, April 21, 2017 - 6:00pm to Sunday, April 23, 2017 - 4:30pm Council Grove, KS

4/21 – 4/23 Dirty Girls Get Away! 6pm Friday through Sunday afternoon
$350 regular $300 member

Join us at Camp White on Council...

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Kansas Forest Service 130th Anniversary & Arbor Day Celebration

Monday, April 24, 2017 - 11:00am to 2:00pm Manhattan, KS

Join the Kansas Forest Service as they celebrate this year’s Arbor Day in a big way! On Monday, April 24th, we’ll celebrate not only Arbor Day,...

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Kids Conservation Round up

Tuesday, April 25, 2017 - 9:30am to 2:30pm Colby, KS

If you are an area teacher, you might want to drop by and see this opportunity for your students as you create your future teaching plan. An RSVP...

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Tour of the Trees with Ernest & O'Dell

Wednesday, April 26, 2017 - 1:00pm to 2:00pm Overland Park, KS

Join our tree experts, Jim Earnest and Ken O'Dell, as you wind through the trails at the Arboretum and see a vast selection of trees in their...

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Prairie Day at the Kansas Children's Discovery Center

Saturday, April 29, 2017 - 11:00am to 3:00pm Topeka, KS

Celebrate the prairie on Saturday, April 29th! Explore the trails in the prairie while completing a scavenger hunt. Talk with experts about...

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Tree Planting Ceremony and Sapling Giveaway

Saturday, April 29, 2017 - 11:00am to 7:30pm Overland Park, KS

Help us celebrate Arbor Day! Arbor Day celebrates planting and nurturing trees. Join Forest the Fox and help us celebrate by planting an Arbor Day...

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Great Trees of the Stous Promenade

Sunday, April 30, 2017 - 1:00pm to 2:00pm Overland Park, KS

Jim Earnest, The Tree Doctor, will lead the tour of Great Trees of the Stous Promenade. Jim also serves on the education committee of the...

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Container Gardening Exhibit

Monday, May 1, 2017 (All day) to Sunday, May 28, 2017 (All day) Overland Park, KS

Get inspired! Displays from garden organizations and volunteers will inspire and motivate you to build creative container plantings for your home...

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Plant Sale

Friday, May 5, 2017 - 9:00am to Saturday, May 6, 2017 - 3:00pm Overland Park, KS

There's no better way to support the Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens than to shop the Spring Plant Sale. Special emphasis...

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Discover Salina Naturally

Sunday, May 7, 2017 - 11:00am to 4:00pm , KS

Meet a pioneer or mountain man
Talk to a buffalo hunter
See a sophisticated telescope and view
the surface of the sun
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National Public Gardens Day

Friday, May 12, 2017 - 10:00am to 12:00pm Overland Park, KS

Enjoy this opportunity to the spend some time learning about the many gardens at the Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens. Our...

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Stems Plein Air Paint

Saturday, May 20, 2017 (All day) to Sunday, June 4, 2017 (All day) Overland Park, KS

Be a part of this artistic tradition at the Arboretum. Artists who complete a plein air painting during the Stems Quick Paint event will be judged...

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Jr Campers Club

Saturday, May 27, 2017 - 9:00am to 11:00am Ellis, KS

Join us at Cedar Bluff for our special group for grade school kids! We will have many outdoor adventures this summer. This includes a fishing...

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Grand Walk in the Arboretum

Wednesday, May 31, 2017 - 10:00am to 12:00pm Overland Park, KS

School is out, celebrate summer by taking your grandkids on a Grand Walk of the Arboretum. Enjoy this opportunity to spend some time learning...

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Nature Photography Contest

Thursday, June 1, 2017 (All day) to Monday, July 10, 2017 (All day) Overland Park, KS

Celebrate the beauty and capture the wonder of the Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens with your photos! Prizes and special invitations...

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Jr Campers Club

Saturday, June 3, 2017 - 9:00am to 11:00am Ellis, KS

Join us at Cedar Bluff for our special group for grade school kids! We will have many outdoor adventures this summer. This includes a fishing...

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Great Ornamental and Shade Trees of Kansas City

Wednesday, June 7, 2017 - 1:00pm to 2:00pm Overland Park, KS

Jim Earnest will give a one-hour power point presentation on Great Ornamental and Shade Trees for Kansas City. Many of these beautiful trees are...

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Cedar Bluff Annual OK Kids Day

Saturday, June 10, 2017 - 9:00am to 4:00pm Ellis, KS

Join us for our annual OK Kids Day! We will start the day off with a fishing derby at Pa's Pond. Then we will have a free hot dog feed...

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Jr Campers Club

Saturday, June 17, 2017 - 9:00am to 11:00am Ellis, KS

Join us at Cedar Bluff for our special group for grade school kids! We will have many outdoor adventures this summer. This includes a fishing...

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Jr Campers Club

Saturday, July 1, 2017 - 9:00am to 11:00am Ellis, KS

Join us at Cedar Bluff for our special group for grade school kids! We will have many outdoor adventures this summer. This includes a fishing...

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Kansas Children's Discovery Center

Saturday, July 8, 2017 - 1:00pm to 2:00pm Topeka, KS

It'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...

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UP RIVER RUN

Saturday, July 15, 2017 (All day) , KS

THE DIRTY GIRLS WILL EXPLORE A NEW SECTION OF THE KANSAS RIVER, TAKING YOU ON A BEAUTIFUL ROUTE west of TOPEKA!

MORE INFORMATION WILL BE...

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Jr Campers Club

Saturday, July 15, 2017 - 9:00am to 11:00am Ellis, KS

Join us at Cedar Bluff for our special group for grade school kids! We will have many outdoor adventures this summer. This includes a fishing...

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Nature Photography Contest Exhibit

Thursday, July 27, 2017 (All day) to Monday, September 4, 2017 (All day) Overland Park, KS

Celebrate the beauty and the wonder of the Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens! Submissions for the Nature Photography Contest will be...

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Jr Campers Club

Saturday, July 29, 2017 - 9:00am to 11:00am Ellis, KS

Join us at Cedar Bluff for our special group for grade school kids! We will have many outdoor adventures this summer. This includes a fishing...

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Jr Campers Club

Saturday, August 19, 2017 - 9:00am to 11:00am Ellis, KS

Join us at Cedar Bluff for our special group for grade school kids! We will have many outdoor adventures this summer. This includes a fishing...

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Worldwide Day of Play

Saturday, September 16, 2017 - 11:00am to 3:00pm Topeka, KS

Worldwide Day of Play means it is time to get outside and play! Visit the Kansas Children's Discovery Center for an exciting day of play! We...

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Hedge Apple Day

Sunday, September 24, 2017 - 12:00pm to 4:00pm Overland Park, KS

Kids will love this fun, hands on event. Come and make nature crafts to take home with you. Make one our classic crafts, the Hedge Apple Goblin....

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Fall Forestry Field Day

Wednesday, October 4, 2017 - 8:30am to 3:30pm Leonardville, KS

Bill Kennedy has been recognized by the Kansas Forestry Association and the Kansas Forest Service as the 2017 Forest Stewardship Tree Farmer of...

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Free Admission Weekend

Saturday, October 7, 2017 (All day) to Sunday, October 8, 2017 (All day) Overland Park, KS

Admission to the Arboretum is free all weekend long.

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Spooky Playground

Saturday, October 21, 2017 - 11:00am to 3:00pm Topeka, KS

Kansas Children's Discovery Center is happy to once again participate in the Gage Park Halloween.
It is a spooky time of year! Come...

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Spooky Playground

Saturday, October 28, 2017 - 11:00am to 3:00pm Topeka, KS

Kansas Children's Discovery Center is happy to once again participate in the Gage Park Halloween.
It is a spooky time of year! Come...

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Night at the Arboretum

Friday, November 3, 2017 - 7:00pm to 9:00pm Overland Park, KS

Come and gaze at the nighttime sky. This event will be an interactive experience with activities for all ages. S'more kits also will be...

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First Day Hike

Monday, January 1, 2018 - 9:00am to 12:00pm Ellis, KS

Start 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...

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New Volunteer Orientation at the Overland Park Arboretum

Wednesday, January 24, 2018 - 10:00am to 12:00pm Overland Park, KS

Potential volunteers learn about the various opportunities available at Overland Park's 300-acre Arboretum and Botanical Gardens. We will...

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Seed Sharing Open House

Wednesday, February 21, 2018 - 12:00pm to 3:00pm Overland Park, KS

Jim Earnest and Ken O’Dell will host a Seed Sharing Event in the Visitor Center at the Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens. Attendees...

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40th Anniversary of Perry Lake Hiking Trail - National Recreation Trail Designation

Saturday, March 3, 2018 (All day) , KS

The volunteer groups that help maintain the 29-mile Perry Lake Hiking Trail are celebrating its 40th year as a National Recreation Trail.

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Free Admission Weekend

Saturday, March 24, 2018 (All day) to Sunday, March 25, 2018 (All day) Overland Park, KS

Admission to the Arboretum is free all weekend

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Natural Trails Tour with Jim Earnest and Ken O’Dell

Wednesday, March 28, 2018 - 1:00pm to 2:00pm Overland Park, KS

Jim Earnest and Ken O’Dell will give a one hour tour of one of the Beautiful Natural Trails at the Overland Park Arboretum. The Arboretum has 140...

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New Volunteer Orientation at the Overland Park Arboretum

Wednesday, April 4, 2018 - 10:00am to 12:00pm Overland Park, KS

Potential volunteers learn about the various opportunities available at Overland Park's 300-acre Arboretum and Botanical Gardens. We will...

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Legacy of Greenery Sapling Giveaway

Saturday, April 7, 2018 - 9:00am to 5:00pm Overland Park, KS

The Legacy of Greenery Committee and Arboretum volunteers will be handing out free tree and shrub seedlings to visitors while supplies last. All...

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Wildflower Walk

Wednesday, April 11, 2018 - 10:00am to 11:00am Overland Park, KS

Meet at the Visitors Center then we will be walking on mulched paths, up and down slopes and hills as we go to the lower bluff area at Wolf creek...

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Wildflower Walk

Wednesday, April 18, 2018 - 10:00am to 11:00am Overland Park, KS

Meet at the Visitors Center then we will be walking on mulched paths, up and down slopes and hills as we go to the lower bluff area at Wolf creek...

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Arbor Day Tree Planting Ceremony

Saturday, April 28, 2018 - 11:00am to 11:30am Overland Park, KS

Help us celebrate Arbor Day! Arbor Day celebrates planting and nurturing trees. You will help us celebrate by planting an Arbor Day Tree, then...

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Friends of the Arboretum Plant Sale

Thursday, May 3, 2018 - 3:00pm to 7:00pm Overland Park, KS

The 20th annual Overland Park Arboretum plant sale opens with a preview opportunity for Friends of the Arboretum members on Thursday, May 3rd....

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Friends of the Arboretum Plant Sale

Friday, May 4, 2018 - 9:00am to 7:00pm Overland Park, KS

The 20th annual Overland Park Arboretum plant sale opens with a preview opportunity for Friends of the Arboretum members on Thursday, May 3rd....

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Friends of the Arboretum Plant Sale

Saturday, May 5, 2018 - 9:00am to 3:00pm Overland Park, KS

The 20th annual Overland Park Arboretum plant sale opens with a preview opportunity for Friends of the Arboretum members on Thursday, May 3rd....

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Friends of the Arboretum Plant Sale

Sunday, May 6, 2018 - 11:00am to 3:00pm Overland Park, KS

The 20th annual Overland Park Arboretum plant sale opens with a preview opportunity for Friends of the Arboretum members on Thursday, May 3rd....

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Discover Salina Naturally Fair

Sunday, May 6, 2018 - 11:00am to 4:00pm Salina, KS

The Discover Salina Naturally Fair is a free event for families to learn and interact with many aspects of past, present, and future efforts with...

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6th Annual GHF Native Plant Sale

Saturday, May 19, 2018 - 9:00am Lawrence , KS

Mark your calendars for May 19th! This year's sale will feature up to 50 native milkweeds, grasses, sedges, and wildflowers. All plants are...

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GHF Native Plant Garden Tour

Saturday, July 7, 2018 - 8:00am to 10:00am Lawrence, KS

Join GHF as we tour two vibrant and creative gardens that exemplify the beauty, enjoyment, and benefits that come from gardening with native...

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Nature Photography Contest Exhibit

Friday, July 20, 2018 - 8:00am to 7:00pm Overland Park, KS

Celebrate the beauty and capture the wonder of the Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens with your photos.

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Nature Photography Contest Exhibit

Thursday, July 26, 2018 (All day) to Monday, September 3, 2018 (All day) Overland Park, KS

Celebrate the beauty and capture the wonder of the Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens with your photos.

Entries must be received...

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New Volunteer Orientation at the Overland Park Arboretum

Wednesday, September 12, 2018 - 10:00am to 12:00pm Overland Park, KS

Potential volunteers learn about the various opportunities available at Overland Park's 300-acre Arboretum and Botanical Gardens. We will...

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The Great Kaw Adventure Race

Saturday, September 29, 2018 - 9:00am Eudora, KS

The Great Kaw Adventure Race is an orienteering based, cognitive, and physical challenge event. Challenges could be trivia about Eudora's...

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Free Admission Weekend

Saturday, October 6, 2018 (All day) to Sunday, October 7, 2018 (All day) Overland Park, KS

Admission to the Arboretum is free all weekend

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Flint Hills Festival

Saturday, May 11, 2019 - 10:00am to 5:00pm , KS

Experience the culture and beauty of the Flint Hills at our annual Flint Hills Festival. Join us for live entertainment, food trucks, beer &...

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Roving Interpretation at The Great Plains Nature Center

Tuesday, May 14, 2019 - 10:00am , KS

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Each week our staff will hit the trails with a roving program cart equipped with artifacts, fun, and maybe even live...

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Roving Interpretation at The Great Plains Nature Center

Tuesday, May 21, 2019 - 10:00am , KS

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Each week our staff will hit the trails with a roving program cart equipped with artifacts, fun, and maybe even live...

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Roving Interpretation at The Great Plains Nature Center

Tuesday, May 28, 2019 - 10:00am , KS

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Each week our staff will hit the trails with a roving program cart equipped with artifacts, fun, and maybe even live...

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Roving Interpretation at The Great Plains Nature Center

Tuesday, June 4, 2019 - 10:00am , KS

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Each week our staff will hit the trails with a roving program cart equipped with artifacts, fun, and maybe even live...

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Roving Interpretation at The Great Plains Nature Center

Tuesday, June 11, 2019 - 10:00am , KS

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Each week our staff will hit the trails with a roving program cart equipped with artifacts, fun, and maybe even live...

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Roving Interpretation at The Great Plains Nature Center

Tuesday, June 18, 2019 - 10:00am , KS

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Each week our staff will hit the trails with a roving program cart equipped with artifacts, fun, and maybe even live...

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Roving Interpretation at The Great Plains Nature Center

Tuesday, June 25, 2019 - 10:00am , KS

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Each week our staff will hit the trails with a roving program cart equipped with artifacts, fun, and maybe even live...

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Roving Interpretation at The Great Plains Nature Center

Tuesday, July 2, 2019 - 10:00am , KS

Be on the lookout!
Each week our staff will hit the trails with a roving program cart equipped with artifacts, fun, and maybe even live...

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The Great Kaw Adventure Race

Saturday, September 28, 2019 - 9:00am Eudora, KS

The Great Kaw Adventure Race is an orienteering based, cognitive, and physical challenge event. Challenges could be trivia about Eudora's...

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