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Animal Superpowers- Family Nature Club | Scotts Bluff NM
Animal Superpowers- Family Nature Club | Scotts Bluff NM
May 4, 2024 10:00 am - 11:30 am
Scotts Bluff National Monument, 190276 Old Oregon Trail, Gering, NE 69341, USA
It’s a bird! It’s a plane! No wait, it is a bird! Superman isn’t the only one in the universe with superpowers. Plenty of our Nebraska animal friends have superpowers like eagle vision, ultrasonic hearing, and ninja abilities. This month, we will be testing out some of these superpowers ourselves! Animals Superpowers will be outside the entire time. Please dress comfortably for the weather and bring snacks/water as needed.
Register here by Wednesday, May 2: https://bit.ly/3TrSWgr Family Nature Club is intended for children and their grownups. Each family group will receive an Exploration Kit to use during the series to investigate the nature around them and to complete challenges at home between sessions. Thanks to generous support from individual donations, our programs are offered at NO COST to you! Want to help keep our programs at no cost? Consider donating to the Nebraska Education program here: https://www.birdconservancy.org/donate/
All are welcome. Our community of practice is to be an organization that empowers people of all backgrounds, beliefs, colors and creeds to join in, benefit from and contribute to our mission. We strive for inclusivity of all persons regardless of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other status.
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SheJumps | Getting Started Series | Lost Cabin Brewery
SheJumps | Getting Started Series | Lost Cabin Brewery
May 5, 2024 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Lost Cabin Beer Co. - Hill City Beer Garden, 150 Poplar St, Hill City, SD 57745, USA
Join SheJumps & Black Hills Parks & Forests Association for a series of “Getting Started Workshops” at Lost Cabin Brewery in Hill City on the first Sunday of the month from February to May!
New to the area? Want to try a new outdoor activity? Not sure what gear you need or where to go? These workshops are for you!
These workshops will cover gear, safety tips, where to go, and advice from the instructors on what they wish they knew when they were getting started!
Schedule of Workshops
February 4: Winter Travel
What we will cover:
- Where to go
- Safety
- Lessons Learned (the hard way)
- What gear to bring
March 3: Backpacking April 14: Backpacking part 2 May 5: Climbing
Watch Eventbrite and our social media if there are any changes to the schedule.
*Please note: the event is subject to cancellation due to inclement weather. We will let you know as late as the night before if we need to cancel due to weather conditions.
Timeline: Lost Cabin opens at noon. Workshops will take place from 1-2 pm MT.
What to bring: Yourself, curiosity, enthusiasm, and a friend!
Who can come? We welcome all women and girls—transgender and cisgender, as well as non-binary people. Getting Started Workshops are great for beginners!
What to expect: We will have a quiet corner of the brewery to learn and discuss. The presenters may use a PowerPoint and will bring props. These workshops will be laid back and informal. We encourage you to grab a drink or a snack from the food truck!
Parking and getting to the event: Parking spots are available on the street near the brewery. There is no fee to park. While there are no public transportation options, we encourage you to invite a friend and carpool if you can!
Admission: Free! Limited spots are available please register ahead!
Can you offer accommodations?: If you need to request any accommodation(s) for the program, please do so at checkout. We will do our best to accommodate the needs of all of our participants so everyone can enjoy the program with us
Amenities: Gendered bathrooms are available at the brewery. Alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverages are available for purchase. Potential food truck available.
Questions? Contact Andrea afountain@shejumps.org
Register Here!
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World Migratory Bird Day | Scotts Bluff NM
World Migratory Bird Day | Scotts Bluff NM
May 11, 2024 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Scotts Bluff National Monument, 190276 Old Oregon Trail, Gering, NE 69341, USA
Scotts Bluff National Monument and Bird Conservancy of the Rockies are partnering to celebrate World Migratory Bird Day on May 11, 2024 from 2-4 pm. World Migratory Bird Day (WMBD) is an annual awareness-raising campaign that recognizes the amazing journeys of migratory birds and inspires worldwide conservation of migratory birds and their habitats.
To celebrate this day and our feathered friends that spend the summer months with us here in western Nebraska, we are offering a free birding outing to a lesser-known area of the Monument. Participants will meet at the Visitor Center for a brief orientation and then board the park’s shuttle to travel to our destination. Because space is limited to 11 individuals, registration is required. Register by calling the Scotts Bluff visitor center at 308-436-9700. Binoculars and field guides will be available to borrow. Please wear comfortable walking shoes and dress for the weather. Birders of all abilities are welcome. Please join us!
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Spring Up the Bluff | Scotts Bluff NM
Spring Up the Bluff | Scotts Bluff NM
May 11, 2024 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Scotts Bluff National Monument, 190276 Old Oregon Trail, Gering, NE 69341, USA
It’s time to Spring Up the Bluff! This fun race is brought to you by Bluffs Physical Therapy and NEXT Young Professionals. The race begins and ends on Summit Road, totaling a distance of 1.6 miles. This year’s categories are: • Tiny Trotters (ages 5-12) • Silver Stride (ages 55+) • Fast Track Challenge (any solo runner) • Handoff Hustle (relay team) • Fast and Fur-ious (run with your dog - must be on a leash) It costs $20 to register. Register by April 27th for a guaranteed t-shirt and swag bag. Day-of registration will begin at 3:30 PM. All proceeds go to the Scottsbluff National Monument!
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Leave No Trace Workshop: Teaching tools for Responsible Recreation
Leave No Trace Workshop: Teaching tools for Responsible Recreation
May 19, 2024 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
The Trailhouse, 148 Gordon St, Custer, SD 57730, USA
This workshop is designed for those with previous knowledge of Leave No Trace who interact with park and public land visitors (e.g., rangers, interpreters, naturalists, guides/outfitters, friends’ groups, volunteers, communications specialists, etc.)
Registration required
Topics may include:
- Overview of Leave No Trace principles, practices, and ethics, including both the hows and whys behind the importance of practicing Leave No Trace.
- Leave No Trace guidelines to practice, promote, and share whether in the backcountry, front country, your favorite local parks, or in your everyday life.
- Tips, tools, and best practices for effectively communicating and teaching Leave No Trace to others (both online and in-person), including interactive activities and techniques such as Authority of the Resource, if applicable.
- Programs and resources of the Leave No Trace organization and ways to get more involved.
- Area/activity-specific content (e.g., mountain biking, canoeing, deserts, coastal, etc.) can be included upon request.
- We will include a service project of cleaning up trash on the Mickelson Trail behind the Trailhouse during class
Please come prepared with gear to be outside, a water bottle, a notebook, snacks, and gloves for picking up trash. The first part of the class will be indoors at the Trailhouse, and the second part will be outside.
Thank you for registering! Your fee helps cover supplies and rental space costs.
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Family Nature Connection Programs | Full Moon Nature Experience | Bismark Lake
Family Nature Connection Programs | Full Moon Nature Experience | Bismark Lake
May 23, 2024 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Bismark Lake Campground, Custer, SD 57730, USA
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- Date: 5/23/2024
- Time: 7:30 pm- 9:30 pm
- Location: Bismark Lake, Black Hills National Forest, Custer, SD
- Cost: Family Rate (2 adults, 1-3 children under 18)- $20, Individual- $10, Children Under 18- $4
- Register Here
Come join experienced instructors for a fun-filled learning experience under the full moon. We will be exploring nature with moonlit tracking, storytelling, listening for and interpreting the call of local owls, nature observation, scouting for wildlife, and exploring the night sky. It is suggested to bring a red lense flashlight. This class is designed for the whole family, but children should be accompanied by an adult.
Who can come?
This is open to anyone! Families are encouraged, ages 5 and up are recommended. This is open to all skills levels -beginners welcome! Please leave pets at home.
What to expect
Parking and getting to the event: We will share the exact meeting location the week of the event. It will take place near the Bismarck Lake Campground.
Admission: Payment online is recommended. You may drop payment off at our office at the Wind Cave National Park Visitor Center, 26611 US Hwy 385, Hot Springs, SD. We also will accept cash and checks on the day of the event. If you prefer to pay in person please choose invoice when when completing your registration under the payment portion.
Amenities: There will be vault toilets available. We plan to be outside for 2 hours. Interested in extending the fun? Book a campsite: https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/231837
If you need to request any accommodation(s) for the program, please do so in the health concerns portion of registration. We will do our best to accommodate the needs of all of our participants so everyone can enjoy the program with us. Questions? Please contact Andrea bhpf@blackhillsparks.org
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Family Nature Connection Programs | Essential Outdoor Skills
Family Nature Connection Programs | Essential Outdoor Skills
May 24, 2024 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Bismark Lake Campground, Custer, SD 57730, USA
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- Date: 5/24/2024
- Time: 9 am- 1 pm
- Location: Bismark Lake, Black Hills National Forest, Custer, SD
- Cost: Family Rate (2 adults, 1-3 children under 18)- $45, Individual- $20, Children Under 12- $10
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Join our expert instructors to learn essential outdoor skills. Through hands-on practice you will learn skills that humans have used for thousands of years to survive. Topics include ancient fire building technqiues (bow drills, ferro rods) nature navigation, shelter construction, and what to carry in your backpack. Anyone who takes part in outdoor recreation such as hiking, mountain biking, and hunting will benefit from having these basic, but important, outdoor essential skills.
Who can come?
This is open to anyone! Families are encouraged, and ages 5 and up are recommended. This is open to all skill levels -beginners welcome! Please leave pets at home.
What to expect
Parking and getting to the event: We will share the exact meeting location the week of the event. It will take place near the Bismarck Lake Campground.
Admission: Payment online is recommended. You may drop payment off at our office at the Wind Cave National Park Visitor Center, 26611 US Hwy 385, Hot Springs, SD. We also will accept cash and checks on the day of the event. If you prefer to pay in person please choose invoice when when completing your registration under the payment portion.
Amenities: There will be vault toilets available. We plan to be outside for 2 hours. Interested in extending the fun? Book a campsite: https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/231837
If you need to request any accommodation(s) for the program, please do so in the health concerns portion of registration. We will do our best to accommodate the needs of all of our participants so everyone can enjoy the program with us. Questions? Please contact Andrea at bhpf@blackhillsparks.org
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