Fort Worth Nature Center: Fall Hike - Fort Worth
Join a naturalist on a walk through the woods and experience the forest and the changes that occur in the fall. Meet at the Hardwicke Interpretive Center. Free with paid admission.
Family Friendly
These event are deemed appropriate for younger children
Lewisville Lake Environmental Learning Area: Camp Fire - Lewisville
Pull up a chair at our cozy campfire. Watch the sun set and the stars appear as you enjoy traditional campfire fun: stories, songs, and of course, s’mores! $10/person (or $30/family). Call 972-219-3550 for details regarding special pricing for families of 4-6 people. Registration is required online by Friday, Nov. 4, 11 a.m. at bit.ly/CoLRegistration (search activity code 800006).
Lewisville Lake Environmental Learning Area: Art Boat - Lewisville
Even if you're a beginning artist (or a beginning paddler), find your inspiration on the Beaver Pond Paddling Trail. We'll provide the art supplies; you provide the imagination and sense of adventure. Paddlers receive an introduction to kayaking on dry land before pushing off into the water. All equipment is provided, including boat/paddle/life vest. Each kayak will also be outfitted with watercolor paper, paints, and brushes. Kayakers will use the water of the Beaver Pond to mix their paints and create a memory to take home with them.
Lewisville Lake Environmental Learning Center: Nature Walk - Lewisville
Animal tracks, deer trails, singing birds, trees with personality—we never know what we’ll find on our monthly nature walk. The hike will last about two hours. All ages are welcome. Free with entrance to LLELA ($5/vehicle).
Southwest Nature Preserve: Birding 101 - Arlington
Master Birders Thomas Haase and Carla Savage will present a program on birding the Southwest Nature Preserve. The program will include the basics of birding as well as information on what birds to look for at SWNP, when, where and how to find them there.
Fort Worth Nature Center: Trails & Treats- Fort Worth
Kids are encouraged to wear their Halloween costumes and participate in the many activities such as face-painting, games, hike a trail for treats and other activities. Free.
Fort Worth Nature Center: Owls, Working the Night Shift - Fort Worth
While you are asleep and resting, a crew of night shift workers, are actively using their amazing adaptations for survival. Join a naturalist and learn about these special skills and abilities that allow them to exploit resources in the absence of light. Free with paid admission.
Plano International Festival - Plano (A Zero Waste Event!)
- Fitness and Wellness Fair
FREE flu shots, health screenings, fitness demos and more! 10am to 1pm
- Multicultural Festival
Cultural displays ~ Naturalization ceremony ~ Parade of flags
International art exhibit ~ Multicultural music and dance performances
Fitness and Wellness Fair
Children’s educational activities ~ International fashion show
Ethnic food court ~ And much more!
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Friends of Tandy Hills Natural Area: Texas Pollinator Bioblitz - Fort Worth
FOTHNA has signed up to participate in the upcoming, Pollinator Blitz, a state-wide event put on by Ladybird Wildflower Center in association with TPWD. All invited to participate.
City of Grand Prairie: Flight of the Monarch - Grand Prairie
Butterfly releases will be at noon, 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. There will also be a Kid Zone with arts and crafts, games, climbing wall and bounce houses as well as a costume contest, business expo and music by the four time Grammy nominated Trout Fishing in America. Free.