Nature Programs

CONTACT INFORMATION:

1946 Monarch Way New Braunfels, TX 78130 Phone Number: 830-221-4378 Newbraunfels.gov/fischerpark

HOURS:

Monday-Saturday: 10am-6pm Sunday: 12pm-6pm Starting November 7, we will close at 5pm each day.

PRESCHOOOOL PROGRAMS

WEE DISCOVERY PRESCHOOL

Preschoolers will explore nature through interactive games, crafts and activities. Participants will experience different themes and activities each week. Preregistration required. Sign up for three or more classes via phone or in person to receive 20% off.

Ages 3-5 | 11am-12pm | $7 Every Tuesday, September 6- January 24 Fischer Park Nature Education Center Campers will spend time outdoors exploring nature and learning about the world around them! Each session features themed activities to introduce campers to the great outdoors and includes camper-favorites, such as kayaking, fishing and visiting the playground and sprayground. Campers should bring a water bottle, sunscreen, insect repellent, swimsuit, towel, change of clothes, sack lunch and morning snack each day. Afternoon snacks provided. Staff available for check-in at 7:30am and check-out until 6pm. Pre-registration required.

Ages 6-10 | 7:30am-6pm | $25 Fischer Park Nature Education Center

A: September 5 B: September 23 C: October 10

FAMILY PROGRAMS

GARDEN VOLUNTEER DAY

Help save the monarch butterfly and other pollinators by getting your hands dirty in the Fischer Park Monarch Waystation and Demonstration Garden! Volunteer to plant, water, weed and maintain this natural habitat for native wildlife. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Pre-registration required.

Age: All | First Saturday of the Month, 9-10:30am | Free Fischer Park Nature Education Center

A: September 3 B: October 1 C: November 5YOUTH PROGRAMS

ELEMENTARY EXPLORERS

Elementary-age students will discover nature through fun-filled activities based on a different theme each session. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Preregistration required. Sign up for three or more classes via phone or in person to receive 20% off.

Ages 6-10 | First Friday of the Month, 4-5pm | $7 Fischer Park Nature Education Center

A: September 2, Kayaking B: October 7, Fishing C: November 4, Habitats D: December 2, Geocaching E: January 6, Furs & Skulls

FISHING 101

With just a bit of gear and a fishing license, fishing is one of the easiest ways to enjoy the outdoors! Learn the basic techniques of casting and closed spincast fishing with a TPWD-certified instructor in this beginner-level class. Equipment provided. Texas fishing license required for participants 17+. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Pre-registration required.

Ages 6+ | Second Saturday of the Month | $7 Fischer Park Nature Education Center

A: September 10, 9-10:30am B: October 8, 9-10:30am C: November 12, 1-2:30pm D: December 10, 1-2:30pm E: January 14, 1-2:30pm

ARCHERY 101

Get out on the field, socialize and become active with the safe, healthy and fun sport of archery! Learn the basic techniques of target archery and handling a compound bow with a certified instructor in this beginner-level class. Equipment provided. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Pre-registration required.

Ages 8+ | Third Saturday of the Month | $10 Fischer Park Nature Education Center

A: September 17, 9-10:30am B: October 15, 9-10:30am C: November 19, 1-2:30pm D: December 17, 1-2:30pm E: January 21, 1-2:30pm

KAYAKING 101

Explore the waters of the Fischer Park ponds from aboard a sit-on-top kayak. Learn the basic techniques of entering a boat, launching from a pier, and paddling in this beginner-level class. Participants may get wet; please dress appropriately. Equipment provided. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Pre-registration required.

Ages 6+ | $10 Fischer Park Nature Education Center

A: September 24, 9-10:30am B: October 29, 1-2:30pm

BIRDING 101

More than 150 different types of birds have been spotted at Fischer Park, but how do you tell them all apart? Learn what to look for when you see a bird, how to use binoculars and more while you explore around the Fischer Park ponds. Binoculars provided. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Pre-registration required.

Ages 6+ | 9:00 – 10:30am | $5 Fischer Park Nature Education Center A: October 1 B: November 19

NIGHTLIFE HIKE

Your nature guide will take you on a journey around the ponds, through the woods and past the bat house of Fischer Park to discover what goes bump in the night! Children must be accompanied by an adult. Pre-registration required.

All Ages | $5 Fischer Park Nature Education Center A: September 3, 7:30-8:30pm B: November 5, 5:30-6:30pm

MONARCH BUTTERFLY TAGGING

Learn about the great Monarch Butterfly migration while catching, tagging and releasing butterflies and other bugs in the Fischer Park Monarch Waystation and Demonstration Garden. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Pre-registration required.

All Ages | October 15, 10:30am–11am | $3 Fischer Park Nature Education Center

NATURE PROGRAMS

FISCHER PARK FLICKS PRESENTED BY EVO ENTERTAINMENT

Head out to Fischer Park to enjoy a family friendly movie and meet your favorite characters! Bring your blankets and chairs and we’ll handle the rest!

All Ages | 7:45pm | Free Fischer Park Amphitheater

A: September 16 “Encanto” : Special Guest Appearance! Mirabel meet and greet from 6:45pm-7:45pm. b: September 30 “Spiderman No way Home”: Special Guest Appearance! Spiderman meet and greet 6:45pm-7:45pm