Audubon and Nature Center activities for August

The Tahoma Audubon Society, 2917 Morrison Road West, University Place WA 98466, (253) 565-9278 is open Monday – Saturday 10 am-1 pm. Register for the following programs through the Tacoma Nature Center (253) 591-6439.

Tahoma Audubon Family Programs

Bird Walk

All ages welcome, free

Find out which of our avian friends call the Adriana Hess Wetland Park their home on a guided walk through the park. No registration needed. Call 253-565-9278 for more information.

August 9 noon – 1:00pm

Plant Walk

All ages welcome, free

Learn about and identify the many native plants of the Adriana Hess Wetland Park on a guided walk through the park. No registration needed. Call 253-565-9278 for more information.

August 16 noon – 1:00pm

Morse Wildlife Preserve Open Trails Programs

Best for ages 2 and up, free to Audubon members

Explore this natural treasure as you walk the trails and discover the beauty of the five habitat zones in the preserve. Located in Graham, the preserve has the following special open days. Call 253-591-6439 for more information and directions.

August 8 noon – 4:00pm

Tahoma Audubon Just for Kids

Nature Story Time

Best for ages 2 – 6, $6.00/child, $3.00/Audubon member child, free to adults & U.P. residents

Join us as we explore the park at the Adriana Hess Audubon Center in University Place with nature stories based on the current theme. Adults are welcome with the children. This is a wonderful grandparent/grandchild activity! Space is limited to the first 20 registered guests, so call 591-6439 early to register.

August 26 Pond Wonders 10:30am – 11:30

The Tacoma Nature Center, 1919 South Tyler Street, Tacoma WA 98338, (253) 591-6439 is open Tuesday – Friday 8 am-5 pm & Saturday 10 am-4 pm.

Summer Camps

Wild Expressions

Play and connect with nature and be inspired to create artwork, stories, plays, music and whatever your imagination can dream up! Take hikes, meet wildlife, learn techniques from guest artists, and make unique nature projects. A special behind-the-scenes tour of an art museum and gallery is included for 8-11 yr. olds. Fee: $150

Age 8-11 8/16 – 8/20 M-F 8:30 am – 4:30 pm

Age 5-7 8/2 – 08/6 M-F 8:30 am – 4:30 pm

Eco-Explorers for Young Teens

Join naturalists, marine scientists, wildlife biologists, and other nature specialists in exploring the wild world and understanding better how to live “green”. Field trips, hiking, hands-on activities, fun games, and lab investigations. Get a closer look at nature at night with an overnight stay at the nature center on Thursday. Fee: $225

Age 12-14 8/9 – 8/13 M-F 8:30 am – 4:30 pm