LBL EVENTS
The Awesome Opossum
May 6, 2025 - 3:30pm-4pm
Woodland Nature Station // 3146 Silver Trail Rd. - Cadiz
270-924-2299
Opossums sure are awesome! Join us as we meet our resident rescued opossum up close and personal and learn about how you definitely want one of these underrated marsupials patrolling your backyard!
Bites for Bobcat
May 7, 2025 - 3:30pm-4pm
Woodland Nature Station // 3146 Silver Trail Rd. - Cadiz
270-924-2299
Meet Nature Station's resident wildcat! Learn about how bobcats live, how common they are in Land Between the Lakes, and maybe even see the bobcat play with his food! He certainly gets excited about feeding time!
Dinnertime for Bald Eagles
May 8, 2025 - 3:30pm-4pm
Woodland Nature Station // 3146 Silver Trail Rd. - Cadiz
270-924-2299
Who rules the waters and skies over Land Between the Lakes? The bald eagle, of course! Visit with our resident bald eagle at dinnertime and discover their secrets of survival. Also find out about the successful bald eagle recovery project that brought this majestic bird back from the brink of extinction in this area.
Red Wolf Treat Time
May 9, 2025 - 3:30pm-4pm
Woodland Nature Station // 3146 Silver Trail Rd. - Cadiz
270-924-2299
Who's hungry like a wolf? Our red wolves, of course! Visit with one of the most endangered mammals in the United States and watch them "wolf" down a tasty treat. Find out what scientists and regular citizens are doing to bring them back from the brink of extinction.
HOOT-enanny
May 10, 2025 - 11:30am-12pm
Woodland Nature Station // 3146 Silver Trail Rd. - Cadiz
270-924-2299
Join us for this wild program about owls! From their asymmetrical ears to their giant eyeballs, owls are fascinating creatures. Come learn about their amazing adaptations as we meet several native owls up close and personal.
Purple Martins
May 10, 2025 - 1:30pm-2:15pm
Woodland Nature Station // 3146 Silver Trail Rd. - Cadiz
270-924-2299
Let's check out our purple martin gourds! Learn all about our purple martin colony including when these spectacular swallows arrive, why they nest here, and how our naturalists use observations to help scientists study them. We'll even peek inside to see if we can find some baby chicks!
Wingin' It
May 10, 2025 - 3:30pm-4pm
Woodland Nature Station // 3146 Silver Trail Rd. - Cadiz
270-924-2299
We all know birds can fly, but how do they do it? Meet one of our birds of prey up close and learn all about birdwings and flight. Then join us in a craft to make your own flying machine!
Mother of the Year
May 11, 2025 - 11:30am-12pm
Woodland Nature Station // 3146 Silver Trail Rd. - Cadiz
270-924-2299
Happy Mother's Day! Help us celebrate Mother's Day with our very own Mother of the Year contest! Join us as we take a tour around the backyard, learning about the moms of the animal world as they stake their claim at being the best of the best. At the end of the contest, we will take a vote to see which of our animals is the most deserving of the prestigious Mother of the Year award! Great for the whole family!
Sunday Funday: Wolf Playtime!
May 11, 2025 - 3:30pm-4pm
Woodland Nature Station // 3146 Silver Trail Rd. - Cadiz
270-924-2299
Everyone loves having fun and today it's playtime for our wolves! Watch as they react to an interesting new food item or an exciting new toy and learn more about how the Nature Station cares for its rescued wildlife through fun enrichment activities!
Totally Turtles!
May 12, 2025 - 3:30pm-4pm
Woodland Nature Station // 3146 Silver Trail Rd. - Cadiz
270-924-2299
Turtles are so cool! Some can live over 100 years, some can grow over 200 pounds, and some are even nocturnal! Join us to meet turtles native to Land Between the Lakes and see what makes each one unique!
The Awesome Opossum
May 13, 2025 - 3:30pm-4pm
Woodland Nature Station // 3146 Silver Trail Rd. - Cadiz
270-924-2299
Opossums sure are awesome! Join us as we meet our resident rescued opossum up close and personal and learn about how you definitely want one of these underrated marsupials patrolling your backyard!
Bites for Bobcat
May 14, 2025 - 3:30pm-4pm
Woodland Nature Station // 3146 Silver Trail Rd. - Cadiz
270-924-2299
Meet Nature Station's resident wildcat! Learn about how bobcats live, how common they are in Land Between the Lakes, and maybe even see the bobcat play with his food! He certainly gets excited about feeding time!
Mis-snaken Identity
May 14, 2025 - 3:30pm-4pm
Woodland Nature Station // 3146 Silver Trail Rd. - Cadiz
270-924-2299
Have you ever seen a snake? Now's your chance! Meet our resident snakes as we learn the different types of snakes we have here in LBL! You'll get to learn how to identify a venomous snake and discover what role they play in the ecosystem. We'll also discuss how to be safe around venomous and nonvenomous snakes when we're outside!
Dinnertime for Bald Eagles
May 15, 2025 - 3:30pm-4pm
Woodland Nature Station // 3146 Silver Trail Rd. - Cadiz
270-924-2299
Who rules the waters and skies over Land Between the Lakes? The bald eagle, of course! Visit with our resident bald eagle at dinnertime and discover their secrets of survival. Also find out about the successful bald eagle recovery project that brought this majestic bird back from the brink of extinction in this area.
Red Wolf Treat Time
May 16, 2025 - 3:30pm-4pm
Woodland Nature Station // 3146 Silver Trail Rd. - Cadiz
270-924-2299
Who's hungry like a wolf? Our red wolves, of course! Visit with one of the most endangered mammals in the United States and watch them "wolf" down a tasty treat. Find out what scientists and regular citizens are doing to bring them back from the brink of extinction.
River Monsters
May 17, 2025 - 11:30am-12pm
Woodland Nature Station // 3146 Silver Trail Rd. - Cadiz
270-924-2299
Who or what lurks beneath the waves? You'll learn about some of the largest turtles in Land Between the Lakes - the Alligator snapping turtle and the Common snapping turtle! Find out what makes these lake dwellers such good fishermen and how to identify them in the wild.
Baby Birds!
May 17, 2025 - 1:30pm-2:15pm
Woodland Nature Station // 3146 Silver Trail Rd. - Cadiz
270-924-2299
Spring time at the Nature Station means newly hatched birds! Come learn about the lifecycle of birds and even get a chance to peek inside some nearby nests in search of eggs and babies! We'll visit several nests, including purple martins and barn swallows, and see who might be growing up inside.
Vulture Culture
May 18, 2025 - 11:30am-12pm
Woodland Nature Station // 3146 Silver Trail Rd. - Cadiz
270-924-2299
Vultures: are they super gross, just misunderstood, or somewhere in between? Join our naturalists for this fun program where you can get an up-close look at these birds that are crazy for carrion and learn how they play a crucial role in our ecosystem!
Sunday Funday: Hedgehog Playtime!
May 18, 2025 - 3:30pm-4pm
Woodland Nature Station // 3146 Silver Trail Rd. - Cadiz
270-924-2299
Everyone loves having fun and today it's playtime for our hedgehog! Watch as she reacts to an interesting new food item or an exciting new toy and learn more about how the Nature Station cares for its rescued wildlife through fun enrichment activities!
Totally Turtles!
May 19, 2025 - 3:30pm-4pm
Woodland Nature Station // 3146 Silver Trail Rd. - Cadiz
270-924-2299
Turtles are so cool! Some can live over 100 years, some can grow over 200 pounds, and some are even nocturnal! Join us to meet turtles native to Land Between the Lakes and see what makes each one unique!
The Awesome Opossum
May 20, 2025 - 3:30pm-4pm
Woodland Nature Station // 3146 Silver Trail Rd. - Cadiz
270-924-2299
Opossums sure are awesome! Join us as we meet our resident rescued opossum up close and personal and learn about how you definitely want one of these underrated marsupials patrolling your backyard!
Bites for Bobcat
May 21, 2025 - 3:30pm-4pm
Woodland Nature Station // 3146 Silver Trail Rd. - Cadiz
270-924-2299
Meet Nature Station's resident wildcat! Learn about how bobcats live, how common they are in Land Between the Lakes, and maybe even see the bobcat play with his food! He certainly gets excited about feeding time!
Dinnertime for Bald Eagles
May 22, 2025 - 3:30pm-4pm
Woodland Nature Station // 3146 Silver Trail Rd. - Cadiz
270-924-2299
Who rules the waters and skies over Land Between the Lakes? The bald eagle, of course! Visit with our resident bald eagle at dinnertime and discover their secrets of survival. Also find out about the successful bald eagle recovery project that brought this majestic bird back from the brink of extinction in this area.
Red Wolf Treat Time
May 23, 2025 - 3:30pm-4pm
Woodland Nature Station // 3146 Silver Trail Rd. - Cadiz
270-924-2299
Who's hungry like a wolf? Our red wolves, of course! Visit with one of the most endangered mammals in the United States and watch them "wolf" down a tasty treat. Find out what scientists and regular citizens are doing to bring them back from the brink of extinction.
Stream Scavenger Hunt
May 24, 2025 - 10am-4pm
Woodland Nature Station // 3146 Silver Trail Rd. - Cadiz
270-924-2299
Whether big or small, plant or animal, our waterways are full of life. See if you have what it takes to find all the ingredients of a stream in our backyard!
River Replica
May 24, 2025 - 10am-4pm
Woodland Nature Station // 3146 Silver Trail Rd. - Cadiz
270-924-2299
Check out our temporary tank displaying some of the wild flora and fauna that make up our beautiful rivers!
Ancient Armor
May 24, 2025 - 11:30am-12pm
Woodland Nature Station // 3146 Silver Trail Rd. - Cadiz
270-924-2299
Come face to face with some of the largest turtles in Land Between the Lakes! Learn about our snapping turtles and what makes them so powerful.
Fashion a Fish
May 24, 2025 - 12pm-1pm
Woodland Nature Station // 3146 Silver Trail Rd. - Cadiz
270-924-2299
Design your own species of fish at our craft booth! Take a look at all the different fish living at the Nature Station and then create your own to take home.
Peepers & Leapers
May 24, 2025 - 1:30pm-2pm
Woodland Nature Station // 3146 Silver Trail Rd. - Cadiz
270-924-2299
Ever wonder what's peeping through the night? Meet a few of our fantastic frogs and learn about the others that wander around Land Between the Lakes!
GARgantuan Fish
May 24, 2025 - 3:30pm-4pm
Woodland Nature Station // 3146 Silver Trail Rd. - Cadiz
270-924-2299
There's no exaggerating the size of these catches! Watch our resident gar grab a bite to eat and learn all about them right in our own backyard pond.
Sunset Canoe Trip
May 24, 2025 - 6pm-8:30pm
Woodland Nature Station // 3146 Silver Trail Rd. - Cadiz
270-924-2299
*Registration required. Come along for a relaxed paddle as we explore the nooks and crannies of Honker Lake. We will search the waters and shorelines for wildlife such as osprey, eagles, beavers, egrets, frogs, and songbirds. Enjoy a feast for the eyes and ears as the sun dips below the trees and nature's evening chorus comes to life. $30 per canoe. Cost does not include daytime Nature Station admission. NS closes at 5pm. Registration limited. Participants must be 5+ years old. Reservation and full deposit required. Call 270-924-2020 to reserve your space.
Totally Turtles!
May 25, 2025 - 3:30pm-4pm
Woodland Nature Station // 3146 Silver Trail Rd. - Cadiz
270-924-2299
Turtles are so cool! Some can live over 100 years, some can grow over 200 pounds, and some are even nocturnal! Join us to meet turtles native to Land Between the Lakes and see what makes each one unique!
Sunday Funday: Opossum Playtime!
May 25, 2025 - 3pm-4pm
Woodland Nature Station // 3146 Silver Trail Rd. - Cadiz
270-924-2299
Everyone loves having fun and today it's playtime for our opossum! Watch as she reacts to an interesting new food item or an exciting new toy and learn more about how the Nature Station cares for its rescued wildlife through fun enrichment activities!
Stream Scavenger Hunt
May 25, 2025 - 10am-4pm
Woodland Nature Station // 3146 Silver Trail Rd. - Cadiz
270-924-2299
Whether big or small, plant or animal, our waterways are full of life. See if you have what it takes to find all the ingredients of a stream in our backyard!
Sunset Canoe Trip
May 25, 2025 - 6pm-8:30pm
Woodland Nature Station // 3146 Silver Trail Rd. - Cadiz
270-924-2299
*Registration required. Come along for a relaxed paddle as we explore the nooks and crannies of Honker Lake. We will search the waters and shorelines for wildlife such as osprey, eagles, beavers, egrets, frogs, and songbirds. Enjoy a feast for the eyes and ears as the sun dips below the trees and nature's evening chorus comes to life. $30 per canoe. Cost does not include daytime Nature Station admission. NS closes at 5pm. Registration limited. Participants must be 5+ years old. Reservation and full deposit required. Call 270-924-2020 to reserve your space.
Lynx of the Lakes
May 25, 2025 - 11:30am-12pm
Woodland Nature Station // 3146 Silver Trail Rd. - Cadiz
270-924-2299
Have you ever met a cat that enjoys water? Here's your chance! Meet our bobcat as he gets his morning meal and learn all about his elusive lifestyle!
Go-Fish! Kid's Game
May 25, 2025 - 12pm-2pm
Woodland Nature Station // 3146 Silver Trail Rd. - Cadiz
270-924-2299
Let's go fishing! Learn how to cast a rod and try your luck in our fishing game as you learn about the fish in the area. Watchout for those pesky twigs!
America's Got Talons
May 25, 2025 - 1:30pm-2pm
Woodland Nature Station // 3146 Silver Trail Rd. - Cadiz
270-924-2299
This bird is fit for a stage! Meet our bald eagle and discover the conservation challenges and successes of this beautiful species
Morning Kayak Trip
May 26, 2025 - 9am-11am
Woodland Nature Station // 3146 Silver Trail Rd. - Cadiz
270-924-2299
*Registration required. Start your day with a splash! Join us for a kayaking tour of Honker Lake, led by one of our naturalists. We will search the waters and shorelines for wildlife such as osprey, eagles, beavers, egrets, frogs, and songbirds. You will be able to learn about some of the area's natural history as well! $30 per person. Participants must be age 13 or above. Cost does not include Nature Station admission. Reservation and full deposit required. Call 270-924-2020 to reserve your space. Nature Station can provide life jackets.
Shoreline Stroll
May 26, 2025 - 11:30am-1pm
Woodland Nature Station // 3146 Silver Trail Rd. - Cadiz
270-924-2299
Take a hike! Join one of our naturalists on a guided 1-mile hike on the Woodland Walk trail to learn about some of our local wildlife. Meet us at the flagpole right outside of the Nature Station!
River Reds
May 26, 2025 - 1:30pm-2pm
Woodland Nature Station // 3146 Silver Trail Rd. - Cadiz
270-924-2299
Head down to our Red Wolf enclosure to learn about our resident wolves with one of our naturalists! Watch them grab a bite to eat and find out what makes them so special.
Stylish Salamanders Craft
May 26, 2025 - 2pm-3pm
Woodland Nature Station // 3146 Silver Trail Rd. - Cadiz
270-924-2299
Create your own salamander at our craft booth! Check out the different patterns wild salamanders have, what their colors might mean, and then design your own species to take home!
Mis-snaken Identity
May 26, 2025 - 3:30pm-4pm
Woodland Nature Station // 3146 Silver Trail Rd. - Cadiz
270-924-2299
Have you ever seen a snake? Now's your chance! Meet our resident snakes as we learn the different types of snakes we have here in LBL! You'll get to learn how to identify a venomous snake and discover what role they play in the ecosystem. We'll also discuss how to be safe around venomous and nonvenomous snakes when we're outside!
The Awesome Opossum
May 27, 2025 - 3:30pm-4pm
Woodland Nature Station // 3146 Silver Trail Rd. - Cadiz
270-924-2299
Opossums sure are awesome! Join us as we meet our resident rescued opossum up close and personal and learn about how you definitely want one of these underrated marsupials patrolling your backyard!
Bites for Bobcat
May 28, 2025 - 3:30pm-4pm
Woodland Nature Station // 3146 Silver Trail Rd. - Cadiz
270-924-2299
Meet Nature Station's resident wildcat! Learn about how bobcats live, how common they are in Land Between the Lakes, and maybe even see the bobcat play with his food! He certainly gets excited about feeding time!
Dinnertime for Bald Eagles
May 29, 2025 - 3:30pm-4pm
Woodland Nature Station // 3146 Silver Trail Rd. - Cadiz
270-924-2299
Who rules the waters and skies over Land Between the Lakes? The bald eagle, of course! Visit with our resident bald eagle at dinnertime and discover their secrets of survival. Also find out about the successful bald eagle recovery project that brought this majestic bird back from the brink of extinction in this area.
Red Wolf Treat Time
May 30, 2025 - 3:30pm-4pm
Woodland Nature Station // 3146 Silver Trail Rd. - Cadiz
270-924-2299
Who's hungry like a wolf? Our red wolves, of course! Visit with one of the most endangered mammals in the United States and watch them "wolf" down a tasty treat. Find out what scientists and regular citizens are doing to bring them back from the brink of extinction.
Cat vs. Dogs
May 31, 2025 - 3:30pm-4pm
Woodland Nature Station // 3146 Silver Trail Rd. - Cadiz
270-924-2299
It's time for the ultimate showdown! Are you a dog or cat person? Will you pick a side? Join a naturalist to meet our resident canines and feline and learn the amazing capabilities of each species that make them amazing predators.
'Possum P.I.
May 31, 2025 - 11:30am-12pm
Woodland Nature Station // 3146 Silver Trail Rd. - Cadiz
270-924-2299
Private investigator? Detective? Billie the opossum is on the case! Join this super sleuth with the super sniffer as she finds clues, goes through obstacles, and solves the case of the missing treats!
Laser Legends of the Night Sky
May 1, 2025 thru May 31, 2025 - Various Days & Times
Golden Pond Planetarium // 238 Visitor Center Drive - Golden Pond
270-924-2233
Join Aesop the Owl in a journey through Greek-mythology inspired
stories of the constellations, including princesses, warriors, and
even sea monsters. Explore the fight of good versus evil, death,
honor, betrayal, and sacrifice themed in a way that is suitable for
younger viewers.
**Warning: Some flickering/dynamic light elements may not be suitable
for light sensitive groups.
Every Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Saturday. Admission fee is required for this event for visitors over the age of 4. Located in the Golden Pond Planetarium.
Click here for showtimes.
Habitat Earth
May 1, 2025 thru May 31, 2025 - Various Days & Times
Golden Pond Planetarium // 238 Visitor Center Drive - Golden Pond
270-924-2233
In the only Earth Science offering, learn how living networks connect
and support life forms large and small. Discover what it means to
live in today's connected world-from deep in the ocean to beneath
the forest floor.
Every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. Located in the Golden Pond Planetarium. Suitable for all ages.
Click here for showtimes.
From Earth to the Universe
May 1, 2025 thru May 31, 2025 - Various Times
Golden Pond Planetarium // 238 Visitor Center Drive - Golden Pond
270-924-2233
How has our understanding of the universe progressed in the last
100 years? Explore how technology has allowed us to observe new
parts of space for the very first time.
Event admission fee is required for visitors over 4 years old. Every Sunday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday. Located in the Golden Pond Planetarium. Suitable for adult audiences.
Click here for showtimes.
Traveling with Light
May 1, 2025 thru May 31, 2025 - Various Times
Golden Pond Planetarium // 238 Visitor Center Drive - Golden Pond
270-924-2233
This show presents different scenarios that reveal the complexity of light and its direct influence on our planet. From the heat and light of the Sun to the evolutionary impact of fire, light plays a vital role.
Located in the Golden Pond Planetarium. Suitable for all ages, trends towards younger audiences.
Click here for showtimes.
Earth, Moon, & Sun
May 1, 2025 thru May 31, 2025 - Various Times
Golden Pond Planetarium // 238 Visitor Center Drive - Golden Pond
270-924-2233
Journey along with Coyote, a character adapted from Native American oral tradition, as he explores the relationship between Earth and its neighbors. Native American stories woven through this show illustrate how we have long tried understand our planet and the skies above us.
Located in the Golden Pond Planetarium. Suitable for younger audiences.
Click here for showtimes.
Discover the Stars
May 1, 2025 thru May 31, 2025 - Various Times
Golden Pond Planetarium // 238 Visitor Center Drive - Golden Pond
270-924-2233
Many of us have looked up at the stars in the sky and wondered. This exciting program takes viewers beyond a simple observation of the night sky and delves into the fascinating lives of stars.
Located in the Golden Pond Planetarium. Suitable for all ages.
Click here for showtimes.
Stars: Powerhouses of the Universe
May 1, 2025 thru May 31, 2025 - Various Times
Golden Pond Planetarium // 238 Visitor Center Drive - Golden Pond
270-924-2233
Stars are the engines that fuel the universe, and every star has a story. Follow along and learn how they are formed, their beauty, and their destructive power. Explore the history of astronomy around the world.
Located in the Golden Pond Planetarium. Suitable for all ages.
Click here for showtimes.
Firefall
May 1, 2025 thru May 31, 2025 - Various Times
Golden Pond Planetarium // 238 Visitor Center Drive - Golden Pond
270-924-2233
Have you ever enjoyed a meteor shower or wished upon a shooting star?
Explore where meteors come from, what they are made of, past impact
evidence and even possible future impact predictions.
Everyday except Tuesdays and Thursdays.
Located in the Golden Pond Planetarium. Suitable for adult audiences.
Click here for showtimes.
The Little Star that Could
May 1, 2025 thru May 31, 2025 - Various Times
Golden Pond Planetarium // 238 Visitor Center Drive - Golden Pond
270-924-2233
Little Star is born as an unnamed, average star, but he wants to be
special. Along his journey, he learns what makes each star special and
exactly what it takes to lead a solar system-and even discovers his
name.
Located in the Golden Pond Planetarium.
Click here for showtimes.
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