Product/Service Information

October 2020 Program Calendar

Pre-registration online required on weekends at apm.activecommunities.com/cityoffortworth before visiting

Use the activity number listed to search for and register for specific programs online. General admission is not included in course.

Thur, Oct 1 - Vines: Creeping & Sprawling 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Activity #: 29292

Despite their inability to support their weight, vines have remarkable strength and climbing

tactics. Join us as we hike to observe local vines and see their intricate design.

Pre-registration required. $5 (with paid admission)/MEMBERS FREE.

Thur, Oct 1 - Full Moon Paddle 6:30 - 9 p.m. Activity #: 29251

The Full Harvest Moon allowed farmers to work well into the night. For us, it is to explore the

river well into the night. All equipment is provided. Please arrive by 6:15 p.m. Meet at Back

Gate, 8670 Shoreline Drive, FW 76135. Pre-registration required. $20 (with paid admis-

sion)/MEMBERS $15.

Fri, Oct 2 - Crossing the Cross Timbers 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. Activity #: 29881

Before the Nature Center existed, towering trees already dotted the Refuge. Hike with us and

learn about the ancient trees found along the Crosstimbers Trail. Pre-registration required.

$5 (with paid admission)/MEMBERS FREE.

Tue, Oct 6 - Canoe Tour 1 - 2:30 p.m. Activity #: 29253

Paddle along the West Fork of the Trinity River and see the waterfowl getting ready for the

winter. All equipment is provided. Meet at the Canoe Launch. Pre-registration required.

$20 (with paid admission)/MEMBERS $15.

Wed, Oct 7 - Backyard Birdsongs 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Activity #: 29882

You may be able to identify area birds by their color and markings. Can you identify them by

sound? If not, join a naturalist and learn the different bird songs and how to tell birds apart.

Pre-registration required. $5 (with paid admission)/MEMBERS FREE.

Thur, Oct 8 - Deer Mouse Trail Hike 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. Activity #: 29293

Hike with us through prairies and riverbottom forest, while exploring the diversity of habitats

and animals on the Refuge. Pre-registration required. $5 (with paid admission)/MEMBERS

FREE.

Fri, Oct 9 - The Legend of Greer Island 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Activity #: 29883

Come and discover the different stories about animals around Greer Island. We will even learn

about the Lake Worth Monster. Pre-registration required. $5 (with paid admission)/

MEMBERS FREE.

Tue, Oct 13 - Kayak Tour 1 - 2:30 p.m. Activity #: 29255

If you have not paddled in a kayak, you will see it is different than a canoe. Paddle with us to

find out. Kayakers must be at least 14 years old. Minors must be accompanied by their guardi-

an; otherwise at least 18 years old. Meet at the Canoe Launch. Pre-registration required.

$20 (with paid admission)/MEMBERS $15.

Wed, Oct 14 - The Life of Owls 11:30 - 12:30 p.m. Activity #: 29884

While you are sleeping, owls come alive. Join a naturalist and learn about the many adapta-

tions owls have in order for them to survive. Pre-registration required. $5 (with paid admis-

sion)/MEMBERS FREE.

Thur, Oct 15 - Spillway Road Hike 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. Activity #: 29294

Join us for a hike off the beaten path. You won't find this trail on the map. Accompany a natu-

ralist and learn about the flora and fauna. Pre-registration required. $5 (with paid admis-

sion)/MEMBERS FREE.

Fri, Oct 16 - Searching for Spiders 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Activity #: 29885

All across the Refuge, spiders are building webs in order to catch food. Join us as we search

for spiders and the webs they weave. Pre-registration required. $5 (with paid admission)/

MEMBERS FREE.

Tue, Oct 20 - Canoe Tour 1 - 2:30 p.m. Activity #: 29886

Paddle along the West Fork of the Trinity River and see the waterfowl getting ready for the

winter. All equipment is provided. Meet at the Canoe Launch. Pre-registration required.

$20 (with paid admission)/MEMBERS $15.

Wed, Oct 21 - Trinity River Birds 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Activity #: 29887

The last time you hiked along the Riverbottom Trail, you may have seen some herons and

egrets. Join us for a walk along the water’s edge and see new birds hanging out waiting for

winter. Pre-registration required. $5 (with paid admission)/MEMBERS FREE.

Oct 1 Oct 2 Oct 5 Oct 6

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Oct 7 Oct 8 Oct 9 Oct 12

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Oct 13 Oct 14 Oct 15 Oct 16

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Oct 19 Oct 20 Oct 21 Oct 22

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Oct 23 Oct 26 Oct 27 Oct 28

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Oct 29 Oct 30

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Weekday Nature Hikes

9:30 - 11 a.m.

Fall is officially here. Join us as we look for the

changes found on the Refuge. Outdoor activity,

come prepared. Pre-registration required.

$5 (with paid admission)/MEMBERS FREE.

Oct 5 Oct 12 Oct 19 Oct 26

29257 29863 29864 29865

Early Birds

8:30 - 10:30 a.m.

Migration is completed and winter birds are

here to stay. Join us in search of goldfinch, jun-

cos, and more. Outdoor activity, come

prepared. Pre-registration required.

$5 (with paid admission)/MEMBERS FREE.

Volunteer at the Nature Center There are many ways you can donate your time, we would love to

meet with you and utilize your skills. Please call 817-392-7410

for more information. Click HERE to visit the City of Fort Worth ’s

Volunteer page.

The Hardwicke Interpretive Center,

Marsh Boardwalk, and Limestone

Ledge trail are handicapped accessi-

ble. Please call for information regard-

ing specific programs and handicapped

accessibility.

Cancellation Policy—Cancellations for fee program must be made 72 hours prior to

program date to receive a refund. Cancellations made within 72 hours of program will

be applied to your account and are subject to a $5 fee per person/per program.

No other refunds or credits will be issued. Additionally, no refunds will be issued to

anyone that arrives past the time slot listed on their reservation.

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Refuge (Trails Only) 8 am - 5 pm Daily (No admission after 4 p.m.)

Visitors’ Center CLOSED Daily

9601 Fossil Ridge Road, Fort Worth, TX 76135 (817) 392-7410

www.fwnaturecenter.org

Admission

Adults (13-64) $6

Children (3-12) $2

Children under 3 FREE

Seniors (65+) $3

Thur, Oct 22 - Opossumology 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Activity #: 29297

Come and meet our resident opossum. Earn your degree in opossumology as we explore the crazy world of science behind North America's only marsupial.

Pre-registration required. $5 (with paid admission)/MEMBERS FREE.

Fri, Oct 23 - Batty about Bats 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Activity #: 29888

We are going batty over bats. Join us as we dive into all the unique adaptations of the world’s only flying mammals. Learn more about our local bat species and

test your bat knowledge. Pre-registration required. $5 (with paid admission)/MEMBERS FREE.

Tue, Oct 27 - Kayak Tour 1 - 2:30 p.m. Activity #: 29889

If you have not paddled in a kayak, you will see it is different than a canoe. Paddle with us to find out. Kayakers must be at least 14 years old. Minors must be

accompanied by their guardian; otherwise at least 18 years old. Meet at the Canoe Launch. Pre-registration required. $20 (with paid admission)/

MEMBERS $15.

Wed, Oct 28 - Crow Stories 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Activity #: 29890

Crows are very intelligent birds. Join a naturalist and hear stories about crows as we search for crows around the Refuge. Pre-registration required.

$5 (with paid admission)/MEMBERS FREE.

Thur, Oct 29 - Night-time Superheroes 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Activity #: 29298

Navigating through the night with their super sensory abilities, nighttime wildlife are some of our unsung superheroes. From tick eating opossums to pest con-

trolling bats, join us as we reveal their superpowers in the form of adaptations. Pre-registration required. $5 (with paid admission)/MEMBERS FREE.

Thur, Oct 29 - Refuge After Hours 6:30 - 8 p.m. Activity #: 29271

Explore the trails at night and experience the sights and sounds you may not hear during the day. Outdoor activity, come prepared. Meet at the Front Gate.

Pre-registration required. $10 (with paid admission)/MEMBERS $5.

Fri, Oct 30 - Caprock Stroll 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Activity #: 29891

Take a stroll on a trail with great views and fun climbs. The 0.5-mile Caprock Trail is on a fossil outcrop that includes patches of prairies and disturbed forest full

of natural treasures. Pre-registration required. $5 (with paid admission)/MEMBERS FREE.

Fri, Oct 30 - Blue Moon Paddle 6 - 8:30 p.m. Activity #: 29307

Paddle with us and take advantage of this bonus Full Moon Paddle. Wear your blue for this Blue Moon. All equipment is provided. Please arrive by 5:45 p.m.

Meet at Back Gate, 8670 Shoreline Drive, FW 76135. Pre-registration required. $20 (with paid admission)/MEMBERS $15.

COVID-19 Guidelines

Masks to be worn while on the property at all times

Social Distance yourself 6 feet

No Groups of 10 or more