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Constellation Walk of Fame: Hickory Creek Junction

2/7/2025 6:00 PM

Turn your eyes to the night sky for this star-studded experience. This series of programs kicks off at Hickory Creek Junction.

Fire Resilience

2/8/2025 8:30 AM

Walk with a naturalist to learn about the adaptations our local plants and animals have that help them withstand a controlled burn or wildfire.

The Buzz

Nature curiosity: Why and how do turtles breathe with their butts?

2/5/2025

How do turtles breathe while they are underwater all winter? Through their butts, so to speak.

Nature curiosity: What is the polar vortex?

2/4/2025

When winter temperatures get really cold, the polar vortex is to blame. But what, exactly, is the polar vortex and why does it sometimes affect our weather.

Quiz: What animal is this?

2/3/2025

Think you know our local wildlife? Prove it with this 10-question quiz.