Outdoors & Nature events

The Whaling Museum presents Museum Adventure Activity: Secrets & Spies

Tue, Aug 10, 2027 • 11:00 AM—4:00 PM · Cold Spring Harbor, NY

July – August | Kids 7+ Drop In During Gallery Hours 11:00 – 4:00PM Join the fight for independence as you follow in the footsteps of the daring Long Island…

Groovy Goat Lunch Specials

Tue, Aug 10, 2027 • 11:00 AM—4:00 PM · Foley, AL

Open Carving Days

Tue, Aug 10, 2027 • 11:00 AM—5:00 PM · Clinton, MD

Come see artist Carving Colin bring two new wood sculptures to life during a live carving experience at Clearwater Nature Center. This event is supported in…

Small Gator Feeding

Tue, Aug 10, 2027 • 11:00 AM—11:15 AM · Gulf Shores, AL

All keeper chats are included with regular paid admission. Small Gator Feeding: Tuesdays at 11:00 am – 11:15 am Join us for the Small Gator Feeding at the…

Mini Masterpieces

Tue, Aug 10, 2027 • 11:30 AM—12:00 PM · Lakeland, FL

Broad art prompts leave room for creativity to bloom! Make something uniquely yours. Join us in Design Park on the first floor. Program designed for children…

Guided Highlight Tour

Tue, Aug 10, 2027 • 12:00 PM—12:30 PM · Taunton, MA

Join us every day at 12:00 PM for a Guided Highlight Tour of the Old Colony History Museum! In just 30 minutes, you’ll discover fascinating stories, meet…

VB Pick-up

Tue, Aug 10, 2027 • 12:00 PM—5:00 PM · Asheville, NC

$5 Pick-up | Purchase wristbands and sign a waiver at the bar before getting on the court!

Animal Walkabout (Stage/Green Space)

Tue, Aug 10, 2027 • 12:00 PM—12:15 PM · Gulf Shores, AL

All keeper chats are included with regular paid admission. Animal Walkabout: Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday at 12:00 pm – 12:15 pm Join us for the Animal…

Gardener Chat

Tue, Aug 10, 2027 • 1:00 PM · Saint Paul, MN

Meet the Gardeners! Every day a different topic will be featured and guests will learn about the day-to-day operations of running the Marjorie McNeely…

Daily Otter Feeding

Tue, Aug 10, 2027 • 1:00 PM—1:10 PM · Stamford, CT

Daily Otter Feedings Come say hi to Sadie and Ron, our two river otters! Our otter feedings are daily at 1 pm, and switch to noon upon November’s time change…

Gorilla Program

Tue, Aug 10, 2027 • 1:30 PM · St Paul, MN

Join us in Gorilla Forest and learn more about Como’s gorillas and how you can make an impact on gorillas in the wild!

Panther Prowl

Tue, Aug 10, 2027 • 2:00 PM—2:30 PM · Fort Lauderdale, FL

Florida panthers are endangered and critical to Florida’s ecosystem. This augmented reality experience allows you to connect the Florida panther and…

Water Garden Wonders

Tue, Aug 10, 2027 • 2:00 PM · St Paul, MN

Discover one of nature’s most extraordinary plants during this daily Water Garden Talk at Como Park Zoo & Conservatory. Meet the stunning Victoria Water…

New World Chat (Bear)

Tue, Aug 10, 2027 • 2:00 PM—2:15 PM · Gulf Shores, AL

All keeper chats are included with regular paid admission. New World Chat (Bear): Tuesdays, Fridays & Sundays at 2:00 pm – 2:15 pm Join us for the New World…

Baboon Chat

Tue, Aug 10, 2027 • 3:00 PM—3:15 PM · Gulf Shores, AL

All keeper chats are included with regular paid admission. Baboons Chat: Tuesdays at 3:00 pm – 3:15 pm Join us for the “Baboons Chat” at the Alabama Gulf Coast…

West Deck Campfire + S’mores

Tue, Aug 10, 2027 • 5:00 PM—9:00 PM · Hunter, NY

Gather round the campfire, roast s’mores, take in a Catskill’s sunset and soak in the stargazing.

Run Club: Audubon

Tue, Aug 10, 2027 • 6:00 PM—7:00 PM · Columbus, OH

Do you have a thirst for running as much as craft beer? Keeping fit helps us enjoy more of the good things in life. That includes even more of our amazing…

Cornhole League

Tue, Aug 10, 2027 • 6:00 PM—9:00 PM · Asheville, NC

Looking for a fun way to spend your Tuesday evenings? The Highland Brewing Cornhole League is all about good beer, great vibes, and making new friends! Whether…

Virtual Naturalist Book Club #1

Tue, Aug 10, 2027 • 6:30 PM—8:30 PM · Online

Date: Monthly, on the second Tuesday of the month Time: 6:30 p.m. Location/Platform: Virtual Zoom Classroom The only thing better than reading a fascinating…

🏔️ Manitou Incline + Barr Trail + Manitou Stop

Wed, Aug 11, 2027 • 4:30 AM—9:00 AM · Colorado Springs, CO

🏔️ Manitou Incline + Barr Trail + Manitou Stop Time: 4:30 AM – 9:00 AM Cost: $10.00 Meet: Hostel kitchen Description: Ready for a challenge? We’ll hike up the…

Ánima Botánica (Botanical Anima)

Wed, Aug 11, 2027 • 8:00 AM—5:00 PM · Naples, FL

@ On view in Fogg Café October 1, 2026 – July 9, 2028. See the natural world from a whole new perspective. Here, towering air plants offer shade like a Florida…

Gentle “Wild” Yoga

Wed, Aug 11, 2027 • 8:00 AM—9:00 AM · New Hope, PA

Join Priscilla Hayes, Bowman’s Hill Wildflower Preserve volunteer naturalist and certified yoga teacher, for gentle yoga that builds body awareness, strength,…

Animal Activities and Farm Tours

Wed, Aug 11, 2027 • 9:00 AM—4:00 PM · West Sand Lake, NY

CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS Some our popular tours include: Highland Cow Brushing Cabin Tours Photography Tours Whether you are a cabin guest, or are a local…

R&B In the Morning 18+ ($18) *SPECIAL TIME*

Wed, Aug 11, 2027 • 9:00 AM—12:00 PM · Fountain Valley, CA

Roll into a midweek retreat with R&B In the Morning Wednesday from 9am-12pm hosted by the incredible Dirty Deborah Harry of YouTube\'s Dirty School of Skate.…

Wee-One Wednesdays

Wed, Aug 11, 2027 • 9:00 AM—10:00 AM · Providence, RI

Wednesdays 9-10 am Wee-One Wednesdays is our weekly toddler program. Come with your little one to explore the greenhouses, sit for story time, engage in a…

Guided Beach Walk @ Island Inn

Wed, Aug 11, 2027 • 9:00 AM—10:30 AM · Sanibel, FL

Sanibel Island offers world-class beachcombing, birding, and wildlife-watching opportunities. There is so much waiting to be discovered here! Join our…

Walk With Ease

Wed, Aug 11, 2027 • 9:00 AM—10:00 AM · Bowie, MD

Walking benefits your mind, mood, and overall health. Join us for our Walk With Ease Program. We combine our walking with health education and warm up/cooldown…

South American Adventure Bird Chat

Wed, Aug 11, 2027 • 9:15 AM—9:30 PM · Gulf Shores, AL

All keeper chats are included with regular paid admission. Bird Chat: Daily 9:15 am – 9:30 am at South American Adventure. Experience the Alabama Gulf Coast…

Historic Mansion Tours

Wed, Aug 11, 2027 • 9:30 AM—4:00 PM · McMinnville, TN

There’s something for everyone on this historic mansion tour between Nashville and Chattanooga, Tenn. The Victorian mansion called “Tennessee’s Biltmore” by…

Meditation in Nature

Wed, Aug 11, 2027 • 10:00 AM—11:00 AM · Dallas Center, IA

@ Research proves that meditation in nature is a powerful and productive technique to improve your quality of life. Join us ever Second and Fourth Wednesday of…

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