Events

Pre-registration is required for all Nature Center events. If an event is canceled due to weather or other circumstances, we will make every effort to contact those registered and reschedule the event at a later date.

We also offer environmental educational programs to regional K-6 classes. For more information see our Kids page.

Chico Creek Nature Center Hours of Operation

< February 2012 >

Family Preschool Program: Amazing Amphibians

Date: 2/15/2012

Time: 10 AM to 11 AM

Contact: Chico Creek Nature Center

Contact Info: 891-4671/info@bidwellpark.org

Amphibians ruled the earth long before the dinosaurs. During this program, children will learn about the special lifestyle of these amphibians that have survived on earth for so long, go on a short walk to look for frogs, toads and salamanders, make a craft, and meet a frog or salamander.This workshop is for children ages 3-5 years old. The cost is $12 per child. Space is limited to 15 children. Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian during the program.

Great Backyard Bird Count

Date: 2/19/2012

Time: 12 AM to 2 PM

Contact: CCNC

Contact Info: 891-4671

Take part in this free, family-friendly nation-wide event on Sunday, Feb.19. Learn how to identify local birds with CCNC naturalists, then enter the data into a database for the US and Canada to track bird populations. It’s fun, educational, and contributes to science. Also stop by to meet Checkers, the Great Horned Owl, and do some bird crafts. Binoculars provided.