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Bird & Nature Walks

Bird and nature walks, tree and plant identification, and more

Junior Explorers (6-10 yrs) - Plano

Fall is a great time to explore the trails of Arbor Hills Nature Preserve while learning about native grasses, flowers, and animals. 

Please have your child bring a water bottle and use the bath room prior to attending this class. The Parks and Recreation Staff will no longer have access to the building. Parents will have to remain outside or drop off your child and return to pick them up. Thank you for your understanding.

Fees:
- Plano Resident $10.00
- Non-Resident $14.00
- FAP $5.00

Family Halloween Hike - Plano

As Halloween nears come to Oak Point Park and Nature Preserve to the hear the spooky sounds and noises of a fall evening. We will have 'witches brew' and treats. Everyone attending must register. 

Everyone attending this event must register. Refreshments will be served. Your child can wear their costume if they wish. The hike will meet at the pavilion.

Fees:
- Plano Resident $4.00
- Non-Resident $8.00
- FAP $2.00
- Senior $3.50
- Senior Non-Resident $7.00

Geocaching 101 (6 yrs & up) - Plano

Geocaching is a high-tech treasure-hunting game played throughout the world by adventure seekers equipped with a global positioning system device (GPS). Rapidly gaining in popularity, Geocaching is an entertaining and educational outdoor activity. Whether for family fun, exercise, or the thrill of the hunt, there is a global game board just outside your door with treasures waiting to be discovered. Learn the basics of GPS usage and how to use one to go Geocaching in this informative session. Everyone 16 years old or younger must be accompanied by a registered adult. Price is per person. 

We will meet at the pavilion. Everyone 16 years old or younger must be accompanied by a registered adult. Price is per person.

Fees:
- Plano Resident $6.00
- Non-Resident $10.00
- FAP $3.00
- Senior Resident $5.40
- Senior Non-Resident $9.00

Fossil Finders Exploration (6-10yrs) - Plano

Ages: 6 Yrs. to 10 Yrs.

Travel back in time when Plano was covered in water. Explore Rowlett Creek for fossils and other interesting things and discover your place in history! 

Please have your child bring a water bottle and use the bath room prior to attending this class. The Parks and Recreation Staff will no longer have access to the building. Parents will have to remain outside or drop off your child and return to pick them up. Thank you for your understanding.

Fees:
- Resident $10.00
- Non-Resident $14.00
- FAP $5.00

Family Night Hike (3 yrs & up) - Plano

Spend an enjoyable evening walking through the woods of Bob Woodruff Park or Arbor Hills Nature Preserve with your family and friends. Parks and Recreation staff or another trained naturalist will guide you through local flora and fauna. Fee is per person. Everyone 13 years or younger must be accompanied by a registered adult. NO PETS ALLOWED. 

We will meet under the big pavilion at the west side of the parking lot. Wear clothing and shoes that are suitable for hiking. You can also bring a flashlight.

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



Family Night Hike (3 yrs & up) - Plano

Spend an enjoyable evening walking through the woods of Bob Woodruff Park or Arbor Hills Nature Preserve with your family and friends. Parks and Recreation staff or another trained naturalist will guide you through local flora and fauna. Fee is per person. Everyone 13 years or younger must be accompanied by a registered adult. NO PETS ALLOWED. 

Wear clothing and shoes that are suitable for hiking. You can also bring a flashlight.

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

Family Night Hike (3 yrs & up) - Plano

Spend an enjoyable evening walking through the woods of Bob Woodruff Park or Arbor Hills Nature Preserve with your family and friends. Parks and Recreation staff or another trained naturalist will guide you through local flora and fauna. Fee is per person. Everyone 13 years or younger must be accompanied by a registered adult. NO PETS ALLOWED. 

Wear clothing and shoes that are suitable for hiking. You can also bring a flashlight.

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

Family Morning Hike (3yrs & up) - Plano

Description:
Spend a fall morning walking the woods at Oak Point Park and Nature Preserve with your family and friends. Plano Parks and Recreation staff or another trained naturalist will guide you through local flora and fauna. Fee is per person. Everyone 13 years or younger must be accompanied by a registered adult.

Fees:
- Plano Resident $2.00
- Non-Resident $6.00
- FAP $1.00

Family Morning Hike (3yrs & up) - Plano

Description:
Spend a fall morning walking the woods at Oak Point Park and Nature Preserve with your family and friends. Plano Parks and Recreation staff or another trained naturalist will guide you through local flora and fauna. Fee is per person. Everyone 13 years or younger must be accompanied by a registered adult.

Fees:
- Plano Resident $2.00
- Non-Resident $6.00
- FAP $1.00

Family Fun Camp Out - Plano

You don't have to leave town to enjoy the fun and excitement of family camping! Join Plano Parks and Recreation staff at Oak Point Park and Nature Preserve for a night of family camping. Please feel free to bring a picnic dinner. A light breakfast will be served on Saturday morning. A minimal number of tents will be provided by the Parks and Recreation Department. Everyone must register. NO PETS ALLOWED! Ages 3 and up.

You will need to have your own tent and sleeping bags. Please call 972-769-4350 to reserve a tent if you need to borrow one. Feel free to bring a picnic dinner to this event. Parks and Recreation staff will be available to assist at this event. Camp-Out may be cancelled by staff member due to weather conditions.

Fees:
- Resident $13.00
- Non-resident $17.00
- FAP $13.00
- Senior Resident $12.00
- Senior Non-resident $15.00