PRAIRIE HIKE –Saturday, July 17 at 1:00 p.m.
Come and enjoy a beautiful afternoon stroll through one of Oxbows restored native prairie plots.  A park naturalist will guide you on a short hike while discussing the benefits of native grasses.  (All ages)

 

TREE IDENTIFICATION – Saturday, July 24 at 10:00 a.m.
Let us share some basic tree identification tips with you!  This "how to" class is great for anyone interested in learning about "trees and such."  (Ages 8 and up)

CHILDREN'S ZOO TIME – Saturday, July 31 at 10:00 a.m.
This program is one you just can't miss.  We will let you get an up-close look at a few of our zoo critters (maybe even touch one), plus learn some interesting facts about the wild creatures that live in southern Minnesota.  This will prove to be great fun for the whole family.

 

COLLABORATION WITH THE ROCHESTER ART CENTER – Saturday August 7 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Make a watercolor painting of your favorite zoo animal or simply paint the beautiful landscape at Oxbow Park.  Visitors of all ages are free to roam the park grounds and enjoy a day of self-guided painting.  Art supplies will be provided free of charge.  Art center and park staff will be on hand to assist.

 

 

FEED THE OTTERS – Saturday August 14 at 1:00 p.m.

The otters eat, you watch! Who will you root for, the otters or the minnows? This popular program promises to educate and entertain!(All Ages) PRAIRIE HIKE – Saturday August 21 at 10:00 a.m. Come and enjoy a beautiful morning stroll through one of Oxbow’s restored native prairies. A park naturalist will guide you on a short hike while discussing the benefits of native prairie grasses. (All Ages)

 

DEER AND ELK FEEDING – Saturday August 28 at 1:00 p.m.

A short hike over to the elk and deer pens will allow participants to get a closer look at these spectacular creatures. Come and learn more about antlers, deer and elk behavior, and possibly even get the chance to give them a treat! (Accommodations CAN be made for non-hikers, seniors, etc.)

BEAR FEEDING – Saturday September 4 at 10:00 a.m.
Our resident black bear is hungry once again! Join us as we share some natural history facts about black bears. We will tempt her with a wide variety of foods. What will she eat first? Come to this program to find out! (All Ages)

RAPTOR FEEDING – Saturday September 11 at 3:00 p.m. Spend an afternoon learning more about some of our area’s most common birds of prey. Not only will you enjoy hearing interesting facts, but you’ll also enjoy watching them eat. (All ages)

BISON FEEDING – Saturday September 18 at 1:00 p.m. Bring the entire family out for a closer look at the majestic Plains Bison. You'll learn interesting facts about these marvelous beasts and get a close-up look at feeding time. A short hike is involved, and accommodations can be made for folks needing to drive to the bison pen. (All Ages)

SEED COLLECTING – Saturday September 25 at 10:00 a.m.
Come and enjoy a beautiful morning stroll through one of Oxbow’s restored native prairies. A park naturalist will guide you on a short hike while discussing the benefits of native prairie grasses. (All Ages)