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Event Series Critter Encounter

Critter Encounter

Stop by our Critter Encounters for an up-close meet and greet with a live animal as you learn a little about their biology and behavior. Possible critters include: snakes, salamanders, turtles, arachnids, and hissing cockroaches.

Event Series Traveling Trailside

Traveling Trailside

Be sure to stop by our mobile trailside station while you’re out in the canyon! This station will feature a rotation of wildlife artifacts, information about plants and animals in the park, and the potential of up-close discoveries and wildlife spotting. Chat with our knowledgeable staff and learn something new about the natural wonders that…

Event Series Critter Encounter

Critter Encounter

Stop by our Critter Encounters for an up-close meet and greet with a live animal as you learn a little about their biology and behavior. Possible critters include: snakes, salamanders, turtles, arachnids, and hissing cockroaches.

Thanksgiving Day Buffet

Celebrate Thanksgiving at Dogwood Canyon with a delicious holiday feast amidst the stunning natural beauty of the Ozarks. Gather with family and friends to enjoy a savory Thanksgiving meal, featuring a buffet and specialty stations of classic holiday favorites. Afterwards, embark on a family adventure in the canyon and enjoy the scenery of the Ozarks.…

$80
Event Series Traveling Trailside

Traveling Trailside

Be sure to stop by our mobile trailside station while you’re out in the canyon! This station will feature a rotation of wildlife artifacts, information about plants and animals in the park, and the potential of up-close discoveries and wildlife spotting. Chat with our knowledgeable staff and learn something new about the natural wonders that…

Event Series Welcome Table

Welcome Table

Upon arriving at the park, be sure to stop by our Welcome Table to say hello! See fun table-top artifacts and get the nature center program schedule for the day. Our friendly education staff will be happy to answer questions about exploring the park, observing wildlife, and what to look for while out in the…

Event Series Nature Talk

Nature Talk

Stop by our Nature Center classroom for a fun and engaging program to get your Dogwood adventure started! Topics rotate through a variety of nature identification themes to equip you for your canyon experience!  This 20-30 minute program is included with park admission.

Event Series Discovery Station

Discovery Station

Come check out our Discovery Stations at the Dogwood Nature and Conservation Center! Our stations provide a casual yet engaging education opportunity for families and children to learn about nature…

Event Series Welcome Table

Welcome Table

Upon arriving at the park, be sure to stop by our Welcome Table to say hello! See fun table-top artifacts and get the nature center program schedule for the day.…

Event Series Foraging in the Ozarks

Foraging in the Ozarks

Join wilderness survival instructor and naturalist Bo Brown, author of Foraging the Ozarks and Foraging Central Grasslands, at Dogwood Canyon Nature Park for a mosey around the canyon to learn about wildflowers, edible…

Event Series Nature Talk

Nature Talk

Stop by our Nature Center classroom for a fun and engaging program to get your Dogwood adventure started! Topics rotate through a variety of nature identification themes to equip you for your canyon experience!  This 20-30 minute program is included with park admission.