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 Saturday - 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Sunday - Noon - 4 p.m.
Closed on Mondays
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Camp Chico Creek Spring Camp - Birds of Bidwell Park

Dates: 3/15/2010 - 3/19/2010

Time: 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM

Contact Info: (530) 891-4671, naturecenter@chico.com

The theme for this session is “Birds of Bidwell Park.” Campers will learn about the songbirds, waterfowl, and raptors that call Bidwell Park home. Planned activities include; live animal presentations, craft projects, nature hikes, group discussions, outdoor activities and interactive games. Centered in the heart of Bidwell Park, Camp Chico Creek is an environmental education-based day camp for children ages 5 to 11 years old. The program provides outdoor activities and fosters awareness of nature in a fun, safe, and caring setting.Chico Creek Nature Center’s Camp Chico Creek encourages respect for Bidwell Park, its animals, and its visitors. Pre-register by downloading the Camp Registration form from the Downloads column on this page.

Chico Creek Nature Center Clean Up Day

Date: 3/21/2010

Time: 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM

Exhibits will be installed in the CCNC\\\'s new building later this month. Help to prepare for the exhibits arrival by cleaning inside the building or by making the grounds ready for the grand opening in late March. Come anytime between 10 am and 3 pm. Sponsored by Friends of Bidwell Park. Call 892-1666 for more information.

"Bloomin’ Bidwell Park" Preschool Workshop

Date: 3/24/2010

Time: 10 AM to 11 AM

Contact Info: (530) 891-4671, naturecenter@chico.com

"Bloomin’ Bidwell Park" • Wednesday, March 24, , 10:00-11:00am In Spring, Bidwell Park comes alive with carpets of multicolored flowers. Are all those flowers just for us to enjoy? Why do plants go to the fuss of making them? We will talk about flowers, go for a short walk to see what’s blooming, make our own flowers, and meet our lop-eared rabbit. Preschool workshops are designed for children 3-5 years old. The cost is $10 per child. Space is limited to 15 children. Children must be accompanied by an adult during the program. Please call us at 891-4671 to register and for more information.

Grand Opening of the Chico Creek Nature Center's Howard S. Tucker Exhibit Hall and Kristie's Nature Lab.

Date: 3/27/2010

Time: 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM

Please join us for the Grand Opening of Chico Creek Nature Center\'s Howard S. Tucker Exhibit Hall and Kristie\'s Nature Lab. Come celebrate the long awaited opening of the new interpretive center on the grounds of the Chico Creek Nature Center. Fabulous exhibits on the nature of Bidwell Park, naturalist led programs, animal presentations and more.