Welcome to the Chico Creek Nature Center, the gateway and official information center for Bidwell Park.

Events

Pre-registration is required for all of our events unless otherwise specified. If an event is canceled due to weather or other circumstances, we will make every effort to reschedule the event at a later date.

We also offer environmental educational programs to regional k-6 classes, for more information see our field trips page.

Chico Creek Nature Center Hours of Operation

Tuesday through Sundays - 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Closed on Mondays
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Camp Chico Creek - Where the Wild Things Are - session 3

Dates: 7/6/2009 - 7/10/2009

Time: 8 AM to 1 PM

Contact: Chico Creek Nature Center

Contact Info: (530) 891-4671

Half Day $65

SPECIAL Full Day Session extended to 4 PM  $110

Few things characterize wilderness as well as wild animals. Our little patch of wilderness here in Bidwell Park is host to some of our wildest fellow mammals. This week campers will learn about animals like bears, mountain lions, beavers, and coyotes.

The children will become animal detectives by looking for clues to animal activity and investigating animal skulls. We’ll learn about the importance of trees in the forest and all the roles they fulfull; providing animals with foood, shelter and more.

Camp Chico Creek - Aquatic Adventures - session 4

Dates: 7/13/2009 - 7/17/2009

Time: 8 AM to 1 PM

Contact: Chico Creek Nature Center

Contact Info: (530) 891-4671

This week campers will explore the water cycle and different water ecosystems, such as ponds, lakes, rivers, wetlands, and oceans.  We will be doing catch and release of aquatic insects, searching the creek for turtles, frogs, and fish, and hiking through the exciting riparian habitat of Big Chico Creek.

Pre-register by dowloading the Camp Chico Creek Summer Registration PDF file under the Downloads link at right. Mail in registration with payment or stop by the Center to enroll with payment in cash, check or credit card.

Price: $65.

Camp Chico Creek - Earth Island - session 5

Dates: 7/20/2009 - 7/24/2009

Time: 8 AM to 1 PM

Contact: Chico Creek Nature Center

Contact Info: (530) 891-4671

Earth is an island of life in the vast sea of the universe. This week we will learn about how we can live with other creatures on earth in a sustainable way.  Campers will learn about positive impacts people can have by recycling and using alternative energies.  We will use a solar oven to cook our very own snacks, make recycled crafts, and hike through Bidwell Park to learn about the plants and animals we share the earth with.

Pre-register by downloading the Camp Chico Creek Summer Registration PDF file under the Downloads link at right. Mail in registration with payment or stop by the Center to enroll with payment in cash, check or credit card.

Price: $65

Camp Chico Creek - Where the Wild Things Are - session 6

Dates: 7/27/2009 - 7/31/2009

Time: 8 AM to 1 PM

Contact: Chico Creek Nature Center

Contact Info: (530) 891-4671

Few things characterize wilderness as well as wild animals. Our little patch of wilderness here in Bidwell Park is host to some of our wildest fellow mammals. This week campers will learn about animals like bears, mountain lions, beavers, and coyotes. The children will become animal detectives by looking for clues to animal activity and investigating animal skulls. We’ll learn about the importance of trees in the forest and all the roles they fulfull; providing animals with foood, shelter and more.

Pre-register by dowloading the Camp Chico Creek Summer Registration PDF file under the Downloads link at right. Mail in registration with payment or stop by the Center to enroll with payment in cash, check or credit card.

Price: $65.