Bird & Nature Walks

Join a multi-city clean up focusing on communities served by the Trinity River watershed. Volunteers will contribute to make the city cleaner and prevent litter flowing into rivers, streams, and lakes. Volunteers are needed to clean up by canoe or along the banks of the river. Volunteers must register. To participate, contact Alma Pohler at 817.860.6752 or by e-mail at alma@riverlegacy.org.  Registration Form Here.

8 am to 1 pm – Volunteers with experience in canoeing who will help with clean up from on the river. 

10 am to 1 pm – Volunteers who want to help clean up the banks of the river, get trash from canoes and clean the canoes.

Bring your lunch and stay for lunch in the park and games.

Explore the nature trails surrounding the Science Center on a family-friendly Naturalist-led Nature Walk. RSVP to 817.860.6752. FREE.

Owls are mysterious and amazing creatures.  Ben Jones, State Director of Education for Audubon Texas, will introduce you to the owls that call our area home.  He will cover owl anatomy, hunting techniques and some of their amazing abilities. Then, you will set out on an owl prowl through the Arboretum calling owls and listening for replies. $25 or $22.50 for Members

Hey parents, come join the Park Ranger staff for a hike around Oak Point Park and Nature Preserve or Arbor Hills with your little one. As you stroll along you and your child will learn about the plants, animals, and features that make these nature preserves a special place. Register the child only. Parents must accompany children.  We will meet  at the large pavilion on the west side of the parking lot.. Parents with small children may want to bring a stroller, water and snacks.

Ages: 2-5

Fees:
- Plano Resident $2.00
- Non-Members $6.00
- FAP $1.00
- Senior Resident $1.80
- Senior Non-Resident $5.40

Hey parents, come join the Park Ranger staff for a hike around Oak Point Park and Nature Preserve or Arbor Hills with your little one. As you stroll along you and your child will learn about the plants, animals, and features that make these nature preserves a special place. Register the child only. Parents must accompany children.  We will meet at the pavilion. Parents with small children may want to bring a stroller, water and snacks.

Ages: 2-5

Fees:
- Plano Resident $2.00
- Non-Members $6.00
- FAP $1.00
- Senior Resident $1.80
- Senior Non-Resident $5.40

Join the excitement of the hunt as you search for different locations and features at either Oak Point Park and Nature Preserve or Arbor Hills Nature Preserve. This is a great opportunity to learn about the diverse characteristics that make these preserves a special place. Everyone 12 years old or younger must be accompanied by an adult. 

We will meet at the pavilion by the lake.  Come prepared to hike by wearing comfortable clothing and footwear. Parents with small children may want to bring a stroller. Bring water and snacks.

Ages: 3 Yrs. and over

Fees:
- Plano Resident $2.00
- Non-Resident $6.00
- FAP $1.00
- Senior Resident $1.80
- Senior Non-Resident $5.40

Join the excitement of the hunt as you search for different locations and features at either Oak Point Park and Nature Preserve or Arbor Hills Nature Preserve. This is a great opportunity to learn about the diverse characteristics that make these preserves a special place. Everyone 12 years old or younger must be accompanied by an adult. 

We will meet at the large pavilion on the west side of the parking lot. Come prepared to hike by wearing comfortable clothing and footwear. Parents with small children may want to bring a stroller. Bring water and snacks.

Ages: 3 Yrs. and over

Fees:
- Plano Resident $2.00
- Non-Resident $6.00
- FAP $1.00
- Senior Resident $1.80
- Senior Non-Resident $5.40

Hey moms and daughters, have you ever wanted to learn the basics of camping, but didn't know where to start? If so join Plano Parks and Recreation on an overnight trip to Mineral Wells State Park where you will learn the basics of camping from the professionals from Frisco Outfitters. All supplies and meals covered. Everyone attending must register. A pre-trip meeting is scheduled for Thursday, November 3, at 6:30 pm at Liberty Recreation Center.

Ages: 8 Yrs. and over

Fees:
- Resident $95.00
- Non-Resident $99.00
- FAP $50.00
- Senior Resident $85.50
- Senior Non-Resident $89.10

Carlsbad Cavern has bats! Marfa, Texas has sightings of strange lights. Best of all, Plano has its nightly display of lightning bugs. Come experience these insects up close with certified entomologist, David Fincannon, as he teaches you about these bugs' behavior and how they are helping with cancer research. Everyone 12 years of age or younger MUST be accompanied by a registered adult. All those attending must register. NO PETS ALLOWED.

Ages: 5 Yrs. and over

Fees:
- Resident $5.00
- Non-Resident $9.00
- FAP $2.50
- Senior Resident $4.50
- Senior Non-Resident $8.10

Learn beginning kayaking skills at the lake located at City of Plano's Oak Point Park and Nature Preserve. This class will be under the direction of an American Canoe Association (ACA) certified instructor who will teach you the ACA Quick Start program. Boats, paddles, and life jackets will be provided. Participants will be required to sign liability waivers. Everyone 17 years of age or younger MUST be accompanied by a registered adult.

Please be aware that while the nature preserve is in City limits, there is wildlife that make the area their home. Animals you might encounter at the perseve can be birds, mamamals and repetils, which includes land and water snakes. You should always be aware of your surroundings while at the preserve and if you come across wildlife respect its habitat and move to another area. You will need to bring the following supplies: Water, Snacks, Aqua soaks or sandles, Sunscreen, Cap, Change of clothes, Towel, Sunglasses.