Events Calendar

Friday Fire Talks

January 24 - January 31

Stop by the outdoor fire pit to learn something new from a naturalist! Information on tracks we can see in winter, interesting animal pelts, snowflake formation, and more will be covered. Come with qu ...

Writing the Natural World

January 26

What do you see, hear, and imagine as you walk the trails at Beaver Lake? Practice putting your wonder at the natural world into words on the page. Bring pen, paper, and memories of your time on the t ...

Beaver Lake Photography Club

January 27

Do you have a love of photography and Beaver Lake? Consider joining our very own photography club! The club meets monthly on the 4th Monday at 6 PM for educational presentations, photo sharing, and so ...

Winter Garden Tour

January 27

Tour the visitor center gardens with us this winter! Discover what (or who) is hiding away under the snow, how wildlife uses the gardens in the winter, and how to enjoy your garden even when it is fro ...

Winter Tree ID

January 27

The leaves on the trees may be gone, but did you know that you can still identify a tree by examining bare branches? We’ll start indoors looking at twig samples and a short lesson on winter twig ID, ...

Trail Tales

January 30

Join a naturalist for a nature story and song before heading out on a special hike. This program is for children ages 3+, accompanied by an adult.Free with park admission ($5/vehicle). No registration ...

Friday Fire Talks

January 31

Stop by the outdoor fire pit to learn something new from a naturalist! Information on tracks we can see in winter, interesting animal pelts, snowflake formation, and more will be covered. Come with qu ...

Bird Collisions in the Anthropocene: Art Workshop

February 1

Drop in anytime during this workshop to be part of a large-scale civic engagement art project comprised of over 10,000 bird replicas. Participants will be led through the crafting process to create a ...

Sharing Nature with Your Child: Winter Critters

February 5

Discover Beaver Lake through the eyes of your preschooler! Each session brings a new opportunity for discovery through nature hikes, games, and crafts. Children ages 3-5 years old, accompanied by an a ...

Homeschool Days: Trotting through the Trees

February 6

Join a Beaver Lake educator once a month for a program designed to supplement science and natural history homeschool education through fun and interactive outdoor experiences. Geared towards children ...

Owl Night Long

February 7

Snowshoe or hike into Beaver Lake’s forest at dusk in search of the elusive owl. On our way we’ll learn about the different types of owls in our area and what makes them such fascinating raptors. ...

Tea Time!

February 7

It’s a chilly winter, so warm up at Beaver Lake! Learn about edible plants along the Hemlock Hollow and Bog Trails (1.0 miles), then enjoy a nice cup of tea!Free with park admission ($5/vehicle) but ...

Beaver Lake Coffeehouse

February 8

Doors Open: 6:30 PM | Music Begins: 7 PMEnjoy a Saturday evening of great acoustic music, good company, hot coffee, and decadent desserts! Beaver Lake Nature Center presents Loren Barrigar with LJ Bar ...

Block Printing

February 8

Learn to make prints using simple supplies! Create a cute design, then transfer it onto paper. All supplies are provided; just bring a good attitude and a creative mind! This program is geared toward ...

Nature Book Club

February 8

If you love reading and nature, we have got the perfect book club for you! We will read a curated selection of nonfiction titles and meet for a friendly discussion on each. In February we will read an ...

Trail Tales

February 13

Join a naturalist for a nature story and song before heading out on a special hike. This program is for children ages 3+, accompanied by an adult.Free with park admission ($5/vehicle). No registration ...

Nature's Valentines

February 14

Learn to make prints using simple supplies! Create a cute design, then transfer it onto paper. All supplies are provided; just bring a good attitude and a creative mind! This program is geared toward ...