• Bugs Extravaganza

    Lakeside Nature Center 4701 E Gregory Blvd, Kansas City, MO, United States

    All about bugs: how they see, what they eat, who eats them, what noises they make. See a real beehive. Learn how to support pollinator species. Also, meet our Mississippi […]

    Free
  • Run for Raptors Rain Cancellation

    Lakeside Nature Center 4701 E Gregory Blvd, Kansas City, MO, United States

    Due to the trails at Swope Park being closed from rain, the Run for Raptors Race Committee has made the very difficult decision to cancel this year's race. As stated […]

  • Mother Nature Reads

    Lakeside Nature Center 4701 E Gregory Blvd, Kansas City, MO, United States

    Bring your children for a fun morning and hear Mother Nature read a story. Make a craft and take it home. An education animal might make an appearance.

    Free
  • Native Garden Work Day

    Lakeside Nature Center 4701 E Gregory Blvd, Kansas City, MO, United States

    Volunteers remove invasive species, trim and plant natives and maintain/improve the native gardens around the Nature Center. These workdays are weather dependent, so please call (816) 513-8960 before coming. Volunteers […]

    Free
  • Hike with a Naturalist – Habitats (Kids, Water, Fish and Frogs)

    Lakeside Nature Center 4701 E Gregory Blvd, Kansas City, MO, United States

    The guided walk/hike, which focuses on habitats around Lakeside Nature Center, typically occurs on the upper Fox Hollow trail which is primarily covered with rock and accessible for most participants. […]

    Free
  • Kids, Water, Fish, Frogs

    Lakeside Nature Center 4701 E Gregory Blvd, Kansas City, MO, United States

    Learn about all things water related including how water quality impacts wildlife. Encounters / Presentations: 10:00 am - Hike with a naturalist and learn about habitats. For more information, go […]

    Free
  • Mother Nature Reads

    Lakeside Nature Center 4701 E Gregory Blvd, Kansas City, MO, United States

    Bring your children for a fun morning and hear Mother Nature read a story. Make a craft and take it home. An education animal might make an appearance.

    Free
  • Native Garden Work Day

    Lakeside Nature Center 4701 E Gregory Blvd, Kansas City, MO, United States

    Volunteers remove invasive species, trim and plant natives and maintain/improve the native gardens around the Nature Center. These workdays are weather dependent, so please call (816) 513-8960 before coming. Volunteers […]

    Free
  • Hike with a Naturalist – Habitats

    Lakeside Nature Center 4701 E Gregory Blvd, Kansas City, MO, United States

    The guided walk/hike, which focuses on habitats around Lakeside Nature Center, typically occurs on the upper Fox Hollow trail which is primarily covered with rock and accessible for most participants. However, depending on the naturalist, another part of the Fox Hollow trail might also be incorporated, which may be a little more challenging for some […]

    Free
  • Bingo Night at Hamburger Mary’s

    Hamburger Mary's 3700 Broadway Blvd., #110, Kansas City, MO, United States

    Looking for something fun and different to do?  Come play bingo and help raise money for conservation. Proceeds support the Greater Kansas City American Association of Zoo Keepers with a […]

  • Celebrating Scouts

    Lakeside Nature Center 4701 E Gregory Blvd, Kansas City, MO, United States

    Celebrate Girls Scouts and Cub Scouts with activities to earn components of a variety of badges and adventures. For scouts 6-12 years of age. Scouts will receive a ‘fun’ patch […]

    $10
  • Hike with a Naturalist – Habitats (Wilma’s Birthday Party)

    Lakeside Nature Center 4701 E Gregory Blvd, Kansas City, MO, United States

    The guided walk/hike, which focuses on habitats around Lakeside Nature Center, typically occurs on the upper Fox Hollow trail which is primarily covered with rock and accessible for most participants. However, depending on the naturalist, another part of the Fox Hollow trail might also be incorporated, which may be a little more challenging for some […]

    Free