Otter Feeding – February 6 at 1:00 p.m.

Join Oxbow staff as we provide you with a little of the natural history of this energetic creature as well as watch it eat.  What will be on the menu today…fish, mice, who knows?!  (All ages)

Naturalist Choice – February 13 at 1:00 p.m.

Let the weather help the naturalist decide what to do today.  Will we go snowshoeing, feed a few critters, or perhaps take out a few of the indoor critters and talk about them.  Come and find out.  (All ages)

Owls – February 20 at 1:00 p.m.

Owls are the first birds to begin nesting and this is the time!  Join a naturalist as she/he discusses the unique qualities of these spectacular birds of prey.  (All ages)

Special Program

Build your own Bluebird Box
February 27 at 10:00 a.m.
Reservations required call 775-2451
Cost is $5.00/box
Bring a hammer!

Feed the Critters – March 6 at 3:00 p.m.

Join staff as we get the zoo ready for the evening.  You will be able to see a few of the critters get fed and have a great opportunity to pick the brain of the park naturalist.  (All ages)

Maple Syruping – March 13, 20, and 27 at 1:00 p.m.

This has grown to be one of the most popular presentations.  Join park staff for a brief history of this wonderful craft and then prepare yourselves for a short hike to Oxbow’s very own sugar bush as we demonstrate how we tap our sugar maples.  The program doesn’t end here though, when we are all done tapping head back to the nature center for small sample of oxbow parks very own maple syrup!  Dress for the weather and possible sloppy conditions. (All ages)