Family-focused nature adventure at our Fungus Festival at George Owens Nature Park in Independence, MO. Learn how to find mushrooms growing in our area and which ones are safe to eat. Kids can enjoy a free kids’ craft and activities. This free community event will have kids and adults learning about mushrooms! Want even more […]
Homeschool recreation is on a field trip to George Owens Nature Park, where our Park Naturalist leads kids on an engaging hike. Please wear appropriate shoes for outdoor hiking. Homeschooled kids ages 6-17 are welcome to come and join this event as we take our recreation program outdoors.
Let’s Build Club LEGO lovers unite! This twice-monthly club lets kids unleash their creativity as we provide a variety of LEGO sets and building blocks to use. Each month features a different theme for kids to tackle. LEGO creations will stay on display inside the DeWitt Center. 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month, inside […]
September 25 | 8 p.m. to 9 p.m. $12 dollars per person Experience the Neon Nature Walk at George Owens Nature Park in Independence, Missouri, where you’ll explore glowing moss, flowers, rocks, and even a scorpion using provided UV flashlights. This family‑friendly night walk features multiple stops along the accessible Butterfly trail so participants can […]
Enjoy second breakfast, costumes, vendors, the Po-Tate-Os Sack Race and a leaf craft.
Celebrate the Ruby Throated Hummingbird as they prepare to migrate. Presentations and activities scheduled throughout the weekend that will intrigue any bird lover! Thursday, September 3: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Friday, September 4: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Saturday, September 5: 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Some activities taking place all festival long: - […]
Does your child love LEGOs, building blocks, or creating epic structures from their imagination? Join Let's Build! At our Let’s Build Club we provide ALL the materials, fun monthly themes, and a creative space where kids can build whatever they dream up! This club is for ages 3-17. A Club membership is required, $15/year for […]
10:00am George Owens Nature Park1601 Speck Rd., Independence, MO 64057 Make Thursday mornings in June and July your new fishing tradition! Young anglers of all skill levels can drop in […]
10:00am George Owens Nature Park1601 Speck Rd., Independence, MO 64057 Make Thursday mornings in June and July your new fishing tradition! Young anglers of all skill levels can drop in to practice casting, learn new tips, and enjoy being outside near the water! Bring your own rod or borrow one of ours. $5 per session […]
10:00am George Owens Nature Park1601 Speck Rd., Independence, MO 64057 Make Thursday mornings in June and July your new fishing tradition! Young anglers of all skill levels can drop in to practice casting, learn new tips, and enjoy being outside near the water! Bring your own rod or borrow one of ours. $5 per session […]
10:00am George Owens Nature Park1601 Speck Rd., Independence, MO 64057 Make Thursday mornings in June and July your new fishing tradition! Young anglers of all skill levels can drop in to practice casting, learn new tips, and enjoy being outside near the water! Bring your own rod or borrow one of ours. $5 per session […]
10:00am George Owens Nature Park1601 Speck Rd., Independence, MO 64057 Make Thursday mornings in June and July your new fishing tradition! Young anglers of all skill levels can drop in to practice casting, learn new tips, and enjoy being outside near the water! Bring your own rod or borrow one of ours. $5 per session […]