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 kite and American kestrel. Encounters / Presentations: 10:00 am - Hike with a Naturalist - Habitats. For more information, go here 11:00 am - Finn, […]
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 on our website, there was not an option for a rain date this year due to scheduling conflicts. Although we cannot race on the trails, […]
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.
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 will gather at the front doors before work begins. The following are recommended: • wear work gloves, sturdy shoes, long pants and long sleeves, if […]
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 […]
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 here. 11:00 am - Meet our frogs and toads 12:00 pm - Learn how you can affect and improve water quality 1:00 pm - Meet […]
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.
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 will gather at the front doors before work begins. The following are recommended: • wear work gloves, sturdy shoes, long pants and long sleeves, if […]
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 […]
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 portion helping to support Lakeside Nature Center. Prizes include t-shirts, wine, photography, ceramics and more. Reserve your table today. Call 816-842-1919.
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 and be able to participate in various activities that can be applied to aspects of many badges and adventures. Scouts can also participate in one […]
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 […]
