Bird & Nature Walks

Murad Ashurly, who recently climbed Mt Everest, will share his inspiration, training and experience. Free.

This is an easy trail running along side the Elm Fork of the Trinity River. Well-behaved pets on a leash will be allowed. Bring water and a snack, as we will be hiking all morning. Optional lunch afterwards. $7/park admission. Info: Mark Adams: 972-658-1281. DallasSierraClub.org.

Completely restored and furnished with all the trappings of everyday frontier life, the log house gives visitors to LLELA a window on life in Denton County in 1869. Interested visitors of all ages are welcome to arrive at any time during the open hours and tour at their own pace. Knowledgeable volunteers will guide visitors through the structures and answer questions in this informal tour. $5/park admission; children age 5 years and under free.

Hikers may see animal tracks, deer trails and early spring migrating birds. $5/park admission; children age 5 years and under free. Info: 972-219-3930.

Enjoy a cozy campfire for traditional fun, which may include stories, songs, a craft for children and toasted marshmallows. $10. Registration required: 972-219-3930 or Erin.Taylor@unt.edu.

All skill levels are welcome; paddlers receive an introduction to kayaking on dry land before pushing off into the water. All equipment is provided. Don’t delay in registering; these trips fill up quickly. $20. Ages 7 years and up. Registration is required: 972-219-3930 or lisacole@unt.edu.

Join Dr. Peter Schaar in the newly renovated Heirloom Rose Garden as he literally slashes through the heart of rose pruning myths. Learn the proper way to prune your roses to have plentiful, gorgeous blooms come spring. As a bonus, you will also take home a new rose to add to your garden. $25. Preregistration required.

Each Sunday in February and March, volunteers are invited to help restore this native prairie.  Come help make seed balls, remove invasive plant species, plant native grasses and more.

 Info: danawilson59@yahoo.com.  Note: This activity will be cancelled on rainy days.

Each Sunday in February and March, volunteers are invited to help restore this native prairie.  Come help make seed balls, remove invasive plant species, plant native grasses and more.

 Info: danawilson59@yahoo.com.  Note: This activity will be cancelled on rainy days.

Each Sunday in February and March, volunteers are invited to help restore this native prairie.  Come help make seed balls, remove invasive plant species, plant native grasses and more. 

Info: danawilson59@yahoo.com.  Note: This activity will be cancelled on rainy days.