Wildlife management, issues, support, and rehabilitation

Buffalo Boogie – 7am. 1M or 5K fun-run/walk benefiting the Ft Worth Nature Ctr & Refuge. Route passes through bison herd. Families, singles and dogs welcome. $17. 817-988-5912. Info@NatureCenterFriends.org. NatureCenterFriends.org.

Tour a stretch of the West Fork of the Trinity River to view ducks, herons, beaver and other critters. Sunscreen, water and weather appropriate clothing (including shoes that can get wet) are recommended. Canoes, paddles and lifejackets are provided. Children must be 5 years or older. Parents must sign a liability waiver for minor children. Some previous experience recommended. Registration ends Thursday preceding or when filled. Maximum - 12 participants. Meet at Big River Parking Lot. Pre-registration required. $20 (includes admission fee)/MEMBERS $15.

April 9 & 23
8:30 a.m. - Noon: Tour a stretch of the West Fork of the Trinity River to view ducks, herons, beaver and other critters. Sunscreen, water and weather appropriate clothing (including shoes that can get wet) are recommended. Canoes, paddles and lifejackets are provided. Children must be 5 years or older. Parents must sign a liability waiver for minor children. Some previous experience recommended. Registration ends Thursday preceding or when filled. Maximum - 12 participants. Meet at Big River Parking Lot. Pre-registration required. $20 (includes admission fee)/MEMBERS $15.

Family members come together to learn the basics of geocaching and plan a family adventure to find the hidden treasure. A GPS is available for participants and requires a deposit which is returned when the GPS is returned to Campbell Green. Participants under 15 must be accompanied by an adult/parent. $7.50.

Family members come together to learn the basics of geocaching and plan a family adventure to find the hidden treasure. A GPS is available for participants and requires a deposit which is returned when the GPS is returned to Campbell Green. Participants under 15 must be accompanied by an adult/parent. $7.50.

Explore the natural beauty of the newly opened Oak Point Park with a park ranger. Nature hike to learn about the different plants, wildlife, and features that make these preserves such special retreats right here in Plano. Everyone 8 years or younger must be accompanied by an adult. Register only the child. No Pets Allowed. $2.

Explore the natural beauty of Arbor Hills Nature Preserve with a park ranger. Nature hike to learn about the different plants, wildlife, and features that make these preserves such special retreats right here in Plano. Everyone 8 years or younger must be accompanied by an adult. Register only the child. No Pets Allowed. $2.

Spring is a great time to explore the trails of the Outdoors Learning Center. Kids ages 6-10 will learn about native grasses, flowers, and animals. $10.

Experience Plano's nightly display of lightning bugs up close with a certified entomologist as he teaches about their behaviour and how they are helping with cancer research. Everyone 12 years old or younger must be accompanied by a registered adult. No pets allowed. $5.

Trip to tour the In-sync Wildlife Rescue and Education Center in Wylie. As you tour the facility you will learn how the cats are cared for and rehabilitated. If your child is 7 years or younger, you must provide a child safety seat as required by state law. Everyone 17 years or younger must be accompanied by a registered adult. $13.

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