Woodlands Nature Station hosts Fall Fest from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 4. Nature Station admission is $5 ages 13 and up, $3 ages 5-12, free for ages 4 and under. Fall Fest features a variety of forest and migration-themed programs including hayrides, live music, nature crafts, and appearances by Smokey Bear.
“This is a perfect opportunity to bring the whole family, enjoy the fall season, and participate in a variety of outdoor programs and activities,” says John Pollpeter, Lead Naturalist at Woodlands Nature Station.
Hayrides are 40-minutes long, $2 per person and leave regularly throughout the day. On these staff-led rides, participants will enjoy fun nature activities and great wildlife-viewing opportunities. For more information on the day’s activities, visit https://www.landbetweenthelakes.us/calendar/fall-fest-2/.
Fall Fest activities include:
* Throughout the day: Scheduled visits with Smokey Bear
* Ongoing 10 a.m.-4 p.m. “Should I Stay or Should I Go?” Hayrides
* Ongoing 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Fall Nature Crafts: Build an Animal
* Ongoing 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Handcrafted Willow Furniture Making with local craftsman
Justin Roberts
* Ongoing Ongoing 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Chainsaw Carving Demonstration with local craftsman
Justin Driver
* Noon-12:45 p.m. Fall Music Concert: Brio String Ensemble
* 1:30-2 p.m. Migrate or Hibernate Animal Program
* 2-2:45 p.m. Fall Music Concert: Brio String Ensemble
* 3-3:30 p.m. Puppet Show: The Journey of Monica the Monarch
* 4:30-4:50 p.m. Parade of Raptors
To find more information about Land Between the Lakes, log on to the official website at www.landbetweenthelakes.us.