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Outdoor Recreation
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NEW! GEOLOGY WALK
Learn about the geology in North Texas as we explore Arbor Hills Nature Preserve. A Texas Master Naturalist will guide you along the way. Children 12 years and younger must be accompanied by an adult. Everyone attending must register. 51332 ARB Sa 8:30am-10am 4/8 1 Staff FREE The title of the course is GEOLOGY WALK. The Course Code is 51332 and it meets at ARBOR HILLS NATURE PRESERVE on SATURDAYS from 8:30am-10am, begins APRIL 8 meets 1 time, the instructor is STAFF and this course is FREE. ARB = Arbor Hills Nature Preserve NRC = The Nature & Retreat Center at Oak Point Park OPC = Oak Point Recreation Center OPP = Oak Point Park & Nature Preserve
Outdoor Activities
EASTER EGG HOUND HUNT
Join us for this egg-cellent spring event. Owners will have great fun as dogs enjoy sniffing out doggie-treat filled Easter Eggs at Oak Point Park and Nature Preserve. Will your dog find one of the Golden Eggs and win a special prize? Dogs must be on non-retractable leashes (six-foot max) and under their owner’s control at all times. Dogs must have current tags. Registration fee is per dog. Owners must be 16 years old or older. No more than two dogs per person will be allowed. 50594 OPP Sa 9am-10am 4/1 1 Staff $5
SPRING FAMILY CAMP OUT
Join us at Oak Point Park & Nature Preserve for an evening of outdoor games, nature walks, story-telling near the fire, s’mores, and family fun. Price is per person. Children under 2 are free. Bring your own picnic style dinner. A small prepackaged breakfast will be provided in the morning. 50595 NRC Sa-Su 2pm-9am 4/22 2 Staff $15
SUNSET PADDLE
Enjoy an evening paddling on the water before soaking in the sunset! Registration includes kayak rental along with general and safety instructions. 53331 NRC Th 7pm-8:30pm 4/6 1 Staff $15 53332 NRC Th 7pm-8:30pm 5/4 1 Staff $15
TEACHING YOUR CHILD TO RIDE A BIKE (18 YRS & UP)
Learning to ride a bike is a major childhood milestone. In this class, taught by a certified cycling instructor, you’ll learn how to choose the right bike and discover tips and techniques that will have your child riding in no time. The class is designed for parents or guardians, adults only. 52215 OPC Tu 7pm-8pm 3/21 1 Wendell $5
Outdoor Education
ARBOR HILLS ADVENTURE (4 YRS & UP)
Come out and explore the natural wonders of Arbor Hills Nature Preserve! A Texas Master Naturalist will guide you along the way. Children 12 years and younger must be accompanied by an adult. Everyone attending must register. 51321 ARB Sa 8:30am-10am 2/11 1 Staff FREE
ASTRONOMY & NATURE AT NIGHT (10 YRS & UP)
See a different side to nature, exploring the stars and night sky! A trained guide will take you through the nature preserve while you learn about the many constellations, how to navigate at night, astronomy, and even the nocturnal animals in the area. There is walking on both concrete and unpaved trails. Registration is per family. 50945 NRC F 8:30pm-10pm 1/27 1 Camp $5 50946 NRC F 8:30pm-10pm 2/24 1 Camp $5 50947 NRC F 8:30pm-10pm 3/24 1 Camp $5 50948 NRC F 8:30pm-10pm 4/28 1 Camp $5 50949 NRC F 8:30pm-10pm 5/26 1 Camp $5
CUSTOM OUTDOOR CLASSES
Can’t seem to find that specific class needed for your scout, homeschool class or special needs group? Does your schedule never seem to match up with the program dates and times? Outdoor Adventures has got you covered! Anything from helping your troop earn a merit badge to developing a specific hike for a group, we have the resources to help. For more information, please call 972-941-5403.
NEW! GEOLOGY WALK
Learn about the geology in North Texas as we explore Arbor Hills Nature Preserve. A Texas Master Naturalist will guide you along the way. Children 12 years and younger must be accompanied by an adult. Everyone attending must register. 51332 ARB Sa 8:30am-10am 4/8 1 Staff FREE
NEW! HIKE & SEEK SCAVENGER HUNT
Breathe in the fresh air during this self-paced, self-guided scavenger hunt. You will be given a location and a list of items to “find” while enjoying time in nature. List can be emailed or picked up at Oak Point Recreation Center the week of scavenger hunt. 50989 OPC Sa 10am-11:30am 1/21 1 Staff $5 50990 OPC Sa 10am-11:30am 2/18 1 Staff $5 50991 OPC Sa 10am-11:30am 3/18 1 Staff $5 50992 OPC Sa 10am-11:30am 4/15 1 Staff $5
Walk along beautiful Rowlett Creek, through an old growth forest, or amble through a meadow of prairie wildflowers. The beauty and diversity of Oak Point Park & Nature Preserve will amaze you on this guided walk. Learn about the birds, plants, animals, and more, including their names, historic uses, and hidden secrets. Children 12 and younger must be accompanied by an adult. Everyone attending must register. 50950 NRC W 10am-11:30am 1/11 1 Clark FREE 50951 NRC W 10am-11:30am 1/18 1 Clark FREE 50952 NRC W 10am-11:30am 2/8 1 Clark FREE 50953 NRC W 10am-11:30am 2/15 1 Clark FREE 50954 NRC W 10am-11:30am 3/8 1 Clark FREE 50955 NRC W 10am-11:30am 3/15 1 Clark FREE 50956 NRC W 10am-11:30am 4/12 1 Clark FREE 50957 NRC W 10am-11:30am 4/19 1 Clark FREE 50958 NRC W 8:30am-10am 5/10 1 Clark FREE 50959 NRC W 8:30am-10am 5/17 1 Clark FREE
NEW! WILDFLOWER WANDER
Join a Texas Master Naturalist to see what is blooming in the park. Learn what native flowers grow in North Texas and what makes a good wildflower habitat. Children 12 years and younger must be accompanied by an adult. Everyone attending must register. 51333 ARB Sa 8:30am-10am 5/13 1 Staff FREE
