Saturday, November 18 1 - 2:30 pm Age 6+ Registration Required What's going on in the atmosphere? Join us as we dive into the wild world of weather and explore clouds, atmospheric science, and learn how our observations of the sky can help us predict the future. Leaders: Lena Friedman & Volunteer Naturalist Jeff Friedman ...
Friday, November 17 4 - 5:30 pm All Ages Registration Required Celebrate late autumn with an afterschool visit to our beautiful, educational Nature Center campus topped-off with a traditional campfire and s’mores! Leader: Christie Wiser To register, email us at shelbybottomsnature@nashville.gov or call (615) 862-8539
Friday, November 10 7 - 8:30 pm All Ages Registration Required Ever looked up at the stars and wondered? We'll go over the basics of stargazing - how and where to look, and some resources to get you started. Leader: Hazel Miller To register, email us at shelbybottomsnature@nashville.gov or call (615) 862-8539
Saturday, October 28 7 - 8 pm Ages 12+ Registration Required Come and join us for a SpOoOoOoOky evening! We'll learn all about the history and folklore of Shelby Bottoms Park and Greenway that could lead to some spectral goings-on. Join us for this naturalist's spin on ghost hunting! Leaders: Hazel Miller & Volunteer Naturalist ...
Saturday, October 28 1 - 3 pm All Ages (and all dogs!) No Registration Required The Metro Animal Care and Control pups are bringing the Halloween spirit! Come give some love to these wonderful adoptable dogs anytime from 1 - 3, or dress up your own furry friend for our Halloween Pup Parade and costume ...
Tuesday, October 17 10 am - 11 am Ages 6 and under Registration Required Fall lends itself to beautiful colors and nice temperatures for exploration. We'll take a short walk through our storybook trail, focusing on the sights, smells, and touch of autumn in the bottomland. Leader: Hazel Miller To register, email us at shelbybottomsnature@nashville.gov ...
Saturday, October 14 1 - 2:30 pm Ages 6+ Registration Required We will offer the opportunity to be creative by providing registrants with a canvas, paint and brushes. All skill levels are welcome. Space is limited. Leader: Christie Wiser To register, email us at shelbybottomsnature@nashville.gov or call (615) 862-8539
Friday, October 13 6:45 - 7:45 pm Ages 6+ Registration Required Come celebrate and investigate dark skies with us on this special night hike! We'll see what nocturnal animals live in the park and gather some data to contribute to the Globe at Night community science project. Leader: Lena Friedman To register, email us at ...
Friday, October 13 2 - 3:30 pm Ages 13 and under Registration Required What makes a mushroom a mushroom? Come learn about and explore the mycological world in this kids mushroom program. Leader: Hazel Miller To register, email us at shelbybottomsnature@nashville.gov or call (615) 862-8539
Thursday, October 12 11:30 am - 1 pm Ages 3+ Registration Required Join us to "build" an adventurous story through our Nature Center campus. Participants will need to be creative, problem-solve, and work together to help our animated characters successfully triumph over their hardships and challenges. Leader: John Michael Cassidy To register, email us at ...