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Holiday Tree Trek

Signs with a Christmas trivia question are tied to 7 trees on our trails.  A informational sign is posted by the visitor center.  Contest is from Nov. 28 - Dec...

Stick Man

All kinds of fun with sticks!  We'll have a book, Stick Man, go on a fun hike, play games, and make a craft.  For kids in 1st-3rd grades.  $10  Registration..

Snowman Fun

Family program - a come and go style program.  A fun "I Spy" trail activity, winter-themed games, and a craft.  No registration or fee.

Paint Class

Paint a winter rabbit.  For kids ages 7-12.  $15   Two times to choose from 10-11:30am or 1-2:30pm.  Registration required - call or email.

Night at the Races

A fun event that recreates the excitement of being at a horse race.  Details to come.

Wood Slice Craft

Join us to make this cute craft, perfect to hang in a sunroom, patio, or kid’s room.  We’ll also learn some fun facts about the 3 featured animals - fox,..

Camouflage Critters

Look at examples of different camouflage, do a fun craft, and trail activity.  Family program.  Come and go at your convenience.  No registration need.  No fee.

Camouflage Critters

Look at examples of different camouflage, do a fun craft, and trail activity.  Family program.  Come and go at your convenience.  No registration need.  No fee.

Paint Class

Come paint a butterfly and learn about the common butterflies of Ballard Nature Center.  For adults of all ages.  $5 fee.  Register via email, phone, or facebook message.

Owls, Hiding in Plain Sight

Mark H.X. Glenshaw is an award-winning naturalist who has closely observed and documented the lives of Great-Horned Owls in Forest Park, a large urban park in St. Louis, since December..