2024 Naturalist Programs
In addition to the programs below, we will be scheduling a series of informal nature hikes throughout the summer. Stay tuned for more!
Moths at Night
Wednesday, Jul 24
registration preferred
Have you ever noticed moths and other creatures attracted to light on a summer night? Using a blacklight to attract moths and other critters, we can make some up-close observations. This is a late night program to give us the best opportunity to witness these critters in the dark.
- 10:00-11:30 p.m.
- FREE - Outdoor U Members and CSB+SJU students
- $10 - Nonmembers ($20 max per family each session)
Log Life
Saturday, Sep 21
registration preferred
This story begins with a falling log and continues with a hike in the Abbey Arboretum to look for the critters that use that log for food, habitat, and more.
- 10:00 a.m. - Noon
- Meet at the Prairie Kiosk
- FREE - Outdoor U Members and CSB+SJU students
- $10 - Nonmembers ($20 max per family each session)
Nature Photography
Wednesday, Oct 9
registration preferred
Bring your own camera for this opportunity to learn four different photography techniques for capturing your best nature pics.
- 5:00 - 7:00 p.m.
- FREE - Outdoor U Members and CSB+SJU students
- $10 - Nonmembers ($20 max per family each session)
