Ogden Nature Center

The Ogden Nature Center is a 152-acre wildlife sanctuary and education center located in the heart of Ogden, Utah. We offer over 1.5 miles of trails with an observation tower, two treehouses, bird blinds and two beautiful green buildings. We offer the best in environmental education and nature study. We are also home to a wild bird care program. We are open Mon.-Fri. 9-5 and Sat. 9-4.

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Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month

Community Classes in Nature This Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, join an ONC Naturalist to recognize some of the many achievements of environmentalists belonging to this group. This Wild Wednesday is part of our cultural series, and will focus on individuals of different cultures making big changes in the world of ecology.  Class begins promptly at 3:45. This 20 minute program led by a teacher/naturalist may be followed by free time on your own to further explore the Nature Center grounds. Please note that the trails and Visitor Center close by 5pm. Sponsored by my529 Plan: Utah's Educational Savings Plan Moved to May 28th from May 14th. Community Categories: Community Event. Audience: Children. Teens. Adults. Members. Type of Event: Class. Cost: Free for Ogden Nature Center Members. Adults $6, Child/Senior $4. Contact: 801-621-7595. Wednesday, May 28, 2025, 3:45 PM – 4:00 PM. Ogden Nature Center 966 West 12th Street Ogden, UT 84404.

Drumming in Nature

Community Classes in Nature Join performance artist Deja Mitchell against the beautiful backdrop of Ogden Nature Center as she teaches the basics of African drumming. This class is designed to improve the health, wellbeing, and socialization of people 55 and older. Participants will learn the basics of djembe drum technique. The class series culminates in a performance for friends and family.  No prior experience is needed. Participants do not need to bring anything with them, but should dress comfortably to allow free movement. Classes are progressive, so attending every class is recommended. Please contact kfriedman@ogdennaturecenter.org for information about payment assistance.Thursdays from May 1st - June 5th at 12:30. Pre-registration deadline is April 24th. $10 members, $20 non-members. Community Categories: Community Event. Audience: Adults. Members. Type of Event: Class. Cost: $10 members, $20 non-members. Contact: 801-621-7595. Thursday, May 29, 2025, 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM. Ogden Nature Center 966 W 12th Street Ogden UT 84401. For more info visit www.ogdennaturecenter.org.

Weed 'em & Reap

Volunteer Activities Help restore native habitats. Join us every week to manually remove invasive species on the property.  Invasive weeds crowd out native species and impair the habitat. Volunteers should be able to walk over uneven ground, bend over for extended periods, work outdoors in a variety of conditions, and comply with the safety guidelines. Volunteers should wear closed-toe sturdy shoes, pants, hat, and sun protection. Bring plenty of water and snacks if needed. Work gloves, shovels, and trowels will be available to borrow but we encourage you to bring your own. Ages 16 and over.   When: Fridays 8-10 AM Where: Ogden Nature Center, 966 W 12th Street, Ogden UT. Meet at the front porch of the Visitor Center. Registration is required. Please sign-up here: https://forms.office.com/r/aU9Tymd3zc   Questions? Contact Sarah Kapel at conservation@ogdennaturecenter.org. Friday, May 30, 2025, 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM. Ogden Nature Center 966 W 12th Street Ogden UT 84404. For more info visit www.ogdennaturecenter.org.

Bird Walks for Black Birders Week

Events at Ogden Nature Center We are proud to celebrate this nationwide event on May 31st with FREE admission all day. Join us for guided bird walks at 9:30am and 1:30pm, with a resident bird presentation to follow each walk. Maximum capacity for walks is 30 people - first come, first serve. Saturday, May 31, 2025, 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM. For more info visit www.ogdennaturecenter.org.

Bird Walks for Black Birders Week

Events at Ogden Nature Center We are proud to celebrate this nationwide event on May 31st with FREE admission all day. Join us for guided bird walks at 9:30am and 1:30pm, with a resident bird presentation to follow each walk. Maximum capacity for walks is 30 people - first come, first serve. Saturday, May 31, 2025, 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM. For more info visit www.ogdennaturecenter.org.

Wild Wednesday: Under an Ancient Sea - Celebrating World Ocean Day

Community Classes in Nature We may not have an ocean in Utah, but thousands of years ago, we were covered by an inland sea known as Lake Bonneville. Join us to find out why this sea is still important today and why we should protect our modern oceans and seas. Class begins promptly at 3:45. This 20 minute program led by a teacher/naturalist may be followed by free time on your own to further explore the Nature Center grounds. Please note that the trails and Visitor Center close by 5pm. Sponsored by my529 Plan: Utah's Educational Savings Plan. Community Categories: Community Event. Audience: Children. Teens. Adults. Members. Type of Event: Class. Cost: Free for Ogden Nature Center Members. Adults $6, Child/Senior $4. Contact: 801-621-7595. Wednesday, June 4, 2025, 3:45 PM – 4:00 PM. Ogden Nature Center 966 West 12th Street Ogden, UT 84404.

Drumming in Nature

Community Classes in Nature Join performance artist Deja Mitchell against the beautiful backdrop of Ogden Nature Center as she teaches the basics of African drumming. This class is designed to improve the health, wellbeing, and socialization of people 55 and older. Participants will learn the basics of djembe drum technique. The class series culminates in a performance for friends and family.  No prior experience is needed. Participants do not need to bring anything with them, but should dress comfortably to allow free movement. Classes are progressive, so attending every class is recommended. Please contact kfriedman@ogdennaturecenter.org for information about payment assistance.  Thursdays from May 1st - June 5th at 12:30. Pre-registration deadline is April 24th. $10 members, $20 non-members. Community Categories: Community Event. Audience: Adults. Members. Type of Event: Class. Cost: $10 members, $20 non-members. Contact: 801-621-7595. Thursday, June 5, 2025, 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM. Ogden Nature Center 966 W 12th Street Ogden UT 84401. For more info visit www.ogdennaturecenter.org.

Weed 'em & Reap

Volunteer Activities Help restore native habitats. Join us every week to manually remove invasive species on the property.  Invasive weeds crowd out native species and impair the habitat. Volunteers should be able to walk over uneven ground, bend over for extended periods, work outdoors in a variety of conditions, and comply with the safety guidelines. Volunteers should wear closed-toe sturdy shoes, pants, hat, and sun protection. Bring plenty of water and snacks if needed. Work gloves, shovels, and trowels will be available to borrow but we encourage you to bring your own. Ages 16 and over.   When: Fridays 8-10 AM Where: Ogden Nature Center, 966 W 12th Street, Ogden UT. Meet at the front porch of the Visitor Center. Registration is required. Please sign-up here: https://forms.office.com/r/aU9Tymd3zc   Questions? Contact Sarah Kapel at conservation@ogdennaturecenter.org. Friday, June 6, 2025, 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM. Ogden Nature Center 966 W 12th Street Ogden UT 84404. For more info visit www.ogdennaturecenter.org.

Guided Bird Walks

Community Classes in Nature Guided by an ONC naturalist and in the company of fellow bird nerds, take a tour through 1.5 miles of walking trails meandering through the Nature Center. Learn about different species that migrate in and out of our region seasonally. The series will take you from winter through spring migration. We encourage you to bring your own binoculars, but spares are available to borrow. Please register by the Wednesday before for individual dates. Community Categories: Community Event. Audience: Children. Teens. Adults. Members. Type of Event: Educational. Nature. Outdoors. Science. Cost: $6/members, $8/non-members. Contact: 801-621-7595. Saturday, June 7, 2025, 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM. For more info visit www.ogdennaturecenter.org.

RAMP Free Summer Saturdays

Events at Ogden Nature Center Free admission all day from 9 am – 4 pm, along with free nature crafts and activities led by an ONC naturalist at 10 am and 2 pm each Saturday. Many thanks to Weber County R.A.M.P. for funding Free Summer Saturdays in our community. Saturday, June 7, 2025, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Ogden Nature Center Visitor Center 966 W 12th St. Ogden, UT 84404.

Dumke Picnic Grove Closed for Private Event

Events at Ogden Nature Center Saturday, June 7, 2025, 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM.

CAMP - Fantastic Forts - Ages 8-10

Community Classes in Nature Lodges, nests, and dens are fine for critters, but what kind of home would you make if you lived outside? We’ll explore the kinds of homes animals make, and then get to the task of creating the perfect human shelter among the trees and trails of the Ogden Nature Center. Ogden Nature Center members receive a 10% discount. Community Categories: Community Event. Audience: Children. Teens. Type of Event: Activities. Class. Educational. Nature. Outdoors. Science. Cost: $80 per camper. $10 Bandana. Monday, June 9, 2025, 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM. Ogden Nature Center.

CAMP - Totally Gross! - Ages 6-7

Community Classes in Nature Nature can be totally gross. Together we’ll explore the sticky, slimy, and smelly side of nature through games, crafts, and hand-on exploration. Meet nature’s clean up crew and how they get rid of waste, learn about the grossest living things on earth, and explore “gross” habitats around the nature center. Prepare to get your hands dirty and dress for a mess. Ogden Nature Center members receive a 10% discount. Community Categories: Community Event. Audience: Children. Teens. Type of Event: Activities. Class. Educational. Nature. Outdoors. Science. Cost: $60 per camper. $10 bandana. Tuesday, June 10, 2025, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM. Ogden Nature Center.

CAMP-Volunteens

Community Classes in Nature 9am -12pm (every Tuesday and Thursday) $60 for the summer (includes bandana) Ages 13-16 Serve, learn and have fun with a unique program designed to get teens out of the house this summer. Participate in citizen science, habitat restoration, Nature Center projects and more, all while making friends and giving back to the community. Volunteens work on and off-site with Nature Center staff in a fun, friendly, supervised learning environment. Community Categories: Volunteer Opportunity. Community Event. Audience: Teens. Type of Event: Activities. Nature. Outdoors. Cost: $60 for the summer (includes bandana). Contact: Heidi Austin. Tuesday, June 10, 2025, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM. **This day in the Discovery Room Ogden Nature Center 966 West 12th Street Ogden, UT 84404.

CAMP - The Pond and Beyond - Ages 10-12

Community Classes in Nature Even a small body of water can be a big pocket of life. Plan to get wet as we dive into the wonderful world of ponds. Campers will use hands-on science to investigate invertebrates and other pond-dwellers, check water quality, and observe plants. Ogden Nature Center members receive a 10% discount. Community Categories: Community Event. Audience: Children. Teens. Type of Event: Activities. Class. Educational. Nature. Outdoors. Science. Cost: $80 per camper. $10 Bandana. Wednesday, June 11, 2025, 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM. Ogden Nature Center.

Wild Wednesday: Fathers in Nature

Community Classes in Nature Help us celebrate Father’s Day by learning outstanding and crazy facts about fathers in nature. From the seahorse that goes through contractions at birth, to some frogs that keep their baby tadpoles in their mouths for safety. Bring your father as we explore the wonders of animal dads. Class begins promptly at 3:45. This 20 minute program led by a teacher/naturalist may be followed by free time on your own to further explore the Nature Center grounds. Please note that the trails and Visitor Center close by 5pm. Sponsored by my529 Plan: Utah's Educational Savings Plan. Community Categories: Community Event. Audience: Children. Teens. Adults. Members. Type of Event: Class. Cost: Free for Ogden Nature Center Members. Adults $6, Child/Senior $4. Contact: 801-621-7595. Wednesday, June 11, 2025, 3:45 PM – 4:00 PM. Ogden Nature Center 966 West 12th Street Ogden, UT 84404.

CAMP - Crafting with Nature - Ages 7-9

Community Classes in Nature Creative campers will enjoy this full day of crafting with nature. Through mud painting, nature crowns, rock art, and more, campers will use what nature provides to make fun projects to take home. Ogden Nature Center members receive a 10% discount. Community Categories: Community Event. Audience: Children. Teens. Type of Event: Activities. Class. Educational. Nature. Outdoors. Science. Cost: $80 per camper. $6 Bandana. Thursday, June 12, 2025, 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM. Ogden Nature Center.

CAMP-Volunteens

Community Classes in Nature 9am -12pm (every Tuesday and Thursday) $60 for the summer (includes bandana) Ages 13-16 Serve, learn and have fun with a unique program designed to get teens out of the house this summer. Participate in citizen science, habitat restoration, Nature Center projects and more, all while making friends and giving back to the community. Volunteens work on and off-site with Nature Center staff in a fun, friendly, supervised learning environment. Community Categories: Volunteer Opportunity. Community Event. Audience: Teens. Type of Event: Activities. Nature. Outdoors. Cost: $60 for the summer (includes bandana). Contact: Heidi Austin. Thursday, June 12, 2025, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM. **This day in the Discovery Room Ogden Nature Center 966 West 12th Street Ogden, UT 84404.

Weed 'em & Reap

Volunteer Activities Help restore native habitats. Join us every week to manually remove invasive species on the property.  Invasive weeds crowd out native species and impair the habitat. Volunteers should be able to walk over uneven ground, bend over for extended periods, work outdoors in a variety of conditions, and comply with the safety guidelines. Volunteers should wear closed-toe sturdy shoes, pants, hat, and sun protection. Bring plenty of water and snacks if needed. Work gloves, shovels, and trowels will be available to borrow but we encourage you to bring your own. Ages 16 and over.   When: Fridays 8-10 AM Where: Ogden Nature Center, 966 W 12th Street, Ogden UT. Meet at the front porch of the Visitor Center. Registration is required. Please sign-up here: https://forms.office.com/r/aU9Tymd3zc   Questions? Contact Sarah Kapel at conservation@ogdennaturecenter.org. Friday, June 13, 2025, 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM. Ogden Nature Center 966 W 12th Street Ogden UT 84404. For more info visit www.ogdennaturecenter.org.

CAMP - Strange Nature - Ages 7-9

Community Classes in Nature Get ready to uncover the bizarre, the wild, and the downright strange wonders of nature! Ever wonder how an owl can turn its head 270 degrees without needing a chiropractor? Or why some creatures glow in the dark like they’re straight out of a sci-fi movie? And what’s the deal with blobfish? Are they really made of jelly, or is there more to the story? Join us for a week of mind-boggling discoveries as we dive into the wacky world of animal adaptations, unusual behaviors, and the strangest survival strategies in the wild. Ogden Nature Center members receive a 10% discount. Community Categories: Community Event. Audience: Children. Teens. Type of Event: Activities. Class. Educational. Nature. Outdoors. Science. Cost: $80 per camper. $10 Bandana. Friday, June 13, 2025, 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM. Ogden Nature Center.

CAMP-Mud Puppies-Toddlers

Community Classes in Nature Mud is messy, exciting, and full of surprises! Join us in some mud fun, as we discover what’s hiding in the dirt and why it’s so important. Get ready to dig deep, create mud painting, and splash around in mud-filled pools for an unforgettable adventure. Ogden Nature Center members receive 10% discount. Community Categories: Community Event. Audience: Children. Adults. Type of Event: Activities. Class. Educational. Nature. Outdoors. Science. Cost: $35 per class, Cost includes parent and child. Friday, June 13, 2025, 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM. Ogden Nature Center.

Forest Bathing with Ian Napper

Community Classes in Nature Join us for a morning of peace and mindfulness with certified Forest Bathing Guide, Ian Napper! Forest Bathing (aka shinrin-yoku) is an opportunity to slow down, come home to the present moment, reconnect to Nature, and create spaciousness. This hour-and-a-half session will guide guests with invitational options into mindful movement, mindful breathing, centering, directed awareness, and other experiential practices while we engage with moment and the more-than-human-world. Expect light walking and some sitting on the ground. Every session is unique.  Please register by June 7th at https://www.ogdennaturecenter.org/education-programs/community-programs. Community Categories: Community Event. Audience: Teens. Adults. Type of Event: Activities. Educational. Entertainment. Nature. Outdoors. Cost: $20 members, $25 non-members. Saturday, June 14, 2025, 8:00 AM – 9:30 AM. Ogden Nature Center. For more info visit www.ogdennaturecenter.org.

RAMP Free Summer Saturdays

Events at Ogden Nature Center Free admission all day from 9 am – 4 pm, along with free nature crafts and activities led by an ONC naturalist at 10 am and 2 pm each Saturday. Many thanks to Weber County R.A.M.P. for funding Free Summer Saturdays in our community. Saturday, June 14, 2025, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Ogden Nature Center Visitor Center 966 W 12th St. Ogden, UT 84404.

ADULT CAMP-Art In Nature 21+

Community Classes in Nature Get creative in nature with this day of exploring, sculpting, painting, and drawing. Campers ages 21 and older will work with a variety of mediums in this 3 day series. Classes will be led by local artists, who will be announced at a later date. Ogden Nature Center members receive 10% discount. Community Categories: Community Event. Audience: Adults. Type of Event: Activities. Class. Educational. Nature. Outdoors. Cost: $160. Saturday, June 14, 2025, 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM. Ogden Nature Center.

Closed for Juneteenth

Center Hours Monday, June 16, 2025.

CAMP-Creepy Crawly Critters - Ages 7-9

Community Classes in Nature Discover the fantastic world of flying, crawling, and slithering creatures that we call creepy crawlies. Join us for a weeklong adventure of games and activities that will deepen your understanding and appreciation of the “frightening” creatures. By the end, you may just find out that they’re not so scary at all. Ogden Nature Center members receive a 10% discount. Community Categories: Community Event. Audience: Children. Type of Event: Activities. Class. Educational. Nature. Outdoors. Science. Cost: $200 per class (includes camp t-shirt). Tuesday, June 17, 2025, 8:30 AM – Friday, June 20, 2025, 3:30 PM. Ogden Nature Center.

CAMP-Volunteens

Community Classes in Nature 9am -12pm (every Tuesday and Thursday) $60 for the summer (includes bandana) Ages 13-16 Serve, learn and have fun with a unique program designed to get teens out of the house this summer. Participate in citizen science, habitat restoration, Nature Center projects and more, all while making friends and giving back to the community. Volunteens work on and off-site with Nature Center staff in a fun, friendly, supervised learning environment. Community Categories: Volunteer Opportunity. Community Event. Audience: Teens. Type of Event: Activities. Nature. Outdoors. Cost: $60 for the summer (includes bandana). Contact: Heidi Austin. Tuesday, June 17, 2025, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM. **This day in the Discovery Room Ogden Nature Center 966 West 12th Street Ogden, UT 84404.

Wasatch Audubon Monthly Program

Birding at Ogden Nature Center The Audubon Society presents a different speaker or slide show every month. Meetings are hybrid - in person and Zoom. Please visit www.wasatchaudubon.org or call the Ogden Nature Center for details at 801-621-7595. Community Categories: Community Event. Audience: Adults. Members. Type of Event: Class. Club. Educational. Meeting. Cost: Free. Contact: Jay Stretch (801) 721-9432 or jaystretch@comcast.net. Tuesday, June 17, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Ogden Nature Center 966 W. 12th Street Ogden, UT 84404. For more info visit www.wasatchaudubon.org.

Wild Wednesday: Summer Solstice Celebration

Community Classes in Nature Come celebrate the summer solstice at the Ogden Nature Center.  Find out why some days are longer than others.  With the help of a few live animals, discover how animals and plants, including us, adjust to the long days of summer. Class begins promptly at 3:45. This 20 minute program led by a teacher/naturalist may be followed by free time on your own to further explore the Nature Center grounds. Please note that the trails and Visitor Center close by 5pm. Sponsored by my529 Plan: Utah's Educational Savings Plan. Community Categories: Community Event. Audience: Children. Teens. Adults. Members. Type of Event: Class. Cost: Free for Ogden Nature Center Members. Adults $6, Child/Senior $4. Contact: 801-621-7595. Wednesday, June 18, 2025, 3:45 PM – 4:00 PM. Ogden Nature Center 966 West 12th Street Ogden, UT 84404.

CAMP-Volunteens

Community Classes in Nature 9am -12pm (every Tuesday and Thursday) $60 for the summer (includes bandana) Ages 13-16 Serve, learn and have fun with a unique program designed to get teens out of the house this summer. Participate in citizen science, habitat restoration, Nature Center projects and more, all while making friends and giving back to the community. Volunteens work on and off-site with Nature Center staff in a fun, friendly, supervised learning environment. Community Categories: Volunteer Opportunity. Community Event. Audience: Teens. Type of Event: Activities. Nature. Outdoors. Cost: $60 for the summer (includes bandana). Contact: Heidi Austin. Thursday, June 19, 2025, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM. **This day in the Discovery Room Ogden Nature Center 966 West 12th Street Ogden, UT 84404.

Weed 'em & Reap

Volunteer Activities Help restore native habitats. Join us every week to manually remove invasive species on the property.  Invasive weeds crowd out native species and impair the habitat. Volunteers should be able to walk over uneven ground, bend over for extended periods, work outdoors in a variety of conditions, and comply with the safety guidelines. Volunteers should wear closed-toe sturdy shoes, pants, hat, and sun protection. Bring plenty of water and snacks if needed. Work gloves, shovels, and trowels will be available to borrow but we encourage you to bring your own. Ages 16 and over.   When: Fridays 8-10 AM Where: Ogden Nature Center, 966 W 12th Street, Ogden UT. Meet at the front porch of the Visitor Center. Registration is required. Please sign-up here: https://forms.office.com/r/aU9Tymd3zc   Questions? Contact Sarah Kapel at conservation@ogdennaturecenter.org. Friday, June 20, 2025, 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM. Ogden Nature Center 966 W 12th Street Ogden UT 84404. For more info visit www.ogdennaturecenter.org.

CAMP- Little Campers - Toddlers

Community Classes in Nature Time for an adventure in the great outdoors! Campers will go on a pretend mini “camping trip” as we explore the trails, play games, sing campfire songs, and make tasty treats. Ogden Nature Center members receive 10% discount. Community Categories: Community Event. Audience: Children. Adults. Type of Event: Activities. Class. Educational. Nature. Outdoors. Science. Cost: $35 per class, Cost includes parent and child. Friday, June 20, 2025, 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM. Ogden Nature Center.

CAMP-Creepy Crawly Critters - Ages 7-9

Community Classes in Nature Discover the fantastic world of flying, crawling, and slithering creatures that we call creepy crawlies. Join us for a weeklong adventure of games and activities that will deepen your understanding and appreciation of the “frightening” creatures. By the end, you may just find out that they’re not so scary at all. Ogden Nature Center members receive a 10% discount. Community Categories: Community Event. Audience: Children. Type of Event: Activities. Class. Educational. Nature. Outdoors. Science. Cost: $200 per class (includes camp t-shirt). Friday, June 20, 2025, 5:30 PM – 10:00 PM. Ogden Nature Center.

Birds and Brews at Ogden Nature Center

Events at Ogden Nature Center More details coming soon!  On Friday, June 20th, gather your fun-loving friends and head to the Ogden Nature Center for an evening with local brews, spirits, tasty food, live birds, a DJ, and bird trivia! The party will be held in the Nature Center's backyard glen, with brew samples & spirits paired with live birds of prey, bird trivia, and nerdy nature knowledge. MUST BE 21+ / ALL ATTENDEES MUST PRESENT THEIR PHOTO I.D.  Drink responsibly! Don’t drink and drive. Schedule Uber or Lyft. No refunds. This event will be held rain or shine! Friday, June 20, 2025, 5:30 PM – 9:00 PM. Ogden Nature Center 966 West 12th Street Ogden, Utah 84404.

RAMP Free Summer Saturdays

Events at Ogden Nature Center Free admission all day from 9 am – 4 pm, along with free nature crafts and activities led by an ONC naturalist at 10 am and 2 pm each Saturday. Many thanks to Weber County R.A.M.P. for funding Free Summer Saturdays in our community. Saturday, June 21, 2025, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Ogden Nature Center Visitor Center 966 W 12th St. Ogden, UT 84404.

ADULT CAMP-Art In Nature 21+

Community Classes in Nature Get creative in nature with this day of exploring, sculpting, painting, and drawing. Campers ages 21 and older will work with a variety of mediums in this 3 day series. Classes will be led by local artists, who will be announced at a later date. Ogden Nature Center members receive 10% discount. Community Categories: Community Event. Audience: Adults. Type of Event: Activities. Class. Educational. Nature. Outdoors. Cost: $160. Saturday, June 21, 2025, 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM. Ogden Nature Center.

CAMP- Eco Extreme - Ages 11-14

Community Classes in Nature Do you know what it takes to survive in the wild? Challenge yourself in the ultimate nature adventure. Learn how to read the landscape and prepare yourself for survival using basic first aid, fire starting, leadership, shelter-building, and more. Conquer these skills and put your knowledge to the test in an all-out, end of camp scavenger hunt. Who will win in this wild adventure? Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday are regular camp days. The overnight portion starts at 6pm on Friday and ends at 9am on Saturday. No regularly scheduled camp on Wednesday, Friday, or Saturday. Ogden Nature Center members receive a 10% discount. Community Categories: Community Event. Audience: Children. Type of Event: Activities. Class. Educational. Nature. Outdoors. Science. Cost: $230 per class (includes camp t-shirt). Monday, June 23, 2025, 8:30 AM – Wednesday, June 25, 2025, 3:30 PM. Ogden Nature Center.

CAMP-Volunteens

Community Classes in Nature 9am -12pm (every Tuesday and Thursday) $60 for the summer (includes bandana) Ages 13-16 Serve, learn and have fun with a unique program designed to get teens out of the house this summer. Participate in citizen science, habitat restoration, Nature Center projects and more, all while making friends and giving back to the community. Volunteens work on and off-site with Nature Center staff in a fun, friendly, supervised learning environment. Community Categories: Volunteer Opportunity. Community Event. Audience: Teens. Type of Event: Activities. Nature. Outdoors. Cost: $60 for the summer (includes bandana). Contact: Heidi Austin. Tuesday, June 24, 2025, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM. **This day in the Discovery Room Ogden Nature Center 966 West 12th Street Ogden, UT 84404.

Wild Wednesdays: Stupendous Storms!

Community Classes in Nature June is the perfect time for summer thunderstorms! Learn about the weather as we explore how storms form from thunderstorms and blizzards to tornadoes and hurricanes. Learn how to look for signs that a storm is coming and what to do if you get caught in a sticky situation. Class begins promptly at 3:45. This 20 minute program led by a teacher/naturalist may be followed by free time on your own to further explore the Nature Center grounds. Please note that the trails and Visitor Center close by 5pm. Sponsored by my529 Plan: Utah's Educational Savings Plan. Community Categories: Community Event. Audience: Children. Teens. Adults. Members. Type of Event: Class. Cost: Free for Ogden Nature Center Members. Adults $6, Child/Senior $4. Contact: 801-621-7595. Wednesday, June 25, 2025, 3:45 PM – 4:00 PM. Ogden Nature Center 966 West 12th Street Ogden, UT 84404.

CAMP-Volunteens

Community Classes in Nature 9am -12pm (every Tuesday and Thursday) $60 for the summer (includes bandana) Ages 13-16 Serve, learn and have fun with a unique program designed to get teens out of the house this summer. Participate in citizen science, habitat restoration, Nature Center projects and more, all while making friends and giving back to the community. Volunteens work on and off-site with Nature Center staff in a fun, friendly, supervised learning environment. Community Categories: Volunteer Opportunity. Community Event. Audience: Teens. Type of Event: Activities. Nature. Outdoors. Cost: $60 for the summer (includes bandana). Contact: Heidi Austin. Thursday, June 26, 2025, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM. **This day in the Discovery Room Ogden Nature Center 966 West 12th Street Ogden, UT 84404.

CAMP- Extreme Eco - Ages 11-14

Community Classes in Nature Do you know what it takes to survive in the wild? Challenge yourself in the ultimate nature adventure. Learn how to read the landscape and prepare yourself for survival using basic first aid, fire starting, leadership, shelter-building, and more. Conquer these skills and put your knowledge to the test in an all-out, end of camp scavenger hunt. Who will win in this wild adventure? Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday are regular camp days. The overnight portion starts at 6pm on Thursday and ends at 9am on Friday. No regularly scheduled camp on Thursday or Friday.  Ogden Nature Center members receive a 10% discount. Community Categories: Community Event. Audience: Children. Type of Event: Activities. Class. Educational. Nature. Outdoors. Science. Cost: $200 per class (includes camp t-shirt). Thursday, June 26, 2025, 5:30 PM – Friday, June 27, 2025, 9:00 AM. Ogden Nature Center.

Weed 'em & Reap

Volunteer Activities Help restore native habitats. Join us every week to manually remove invasive species on the property.  Invasive weeds crowd out native species and impair the habitat. Volunteers should be able to walk over uneven ground, bend over for extended periods, work outdoors in a variety of conditions, and comply with the safety guidelines. Volunteers should wear closed-toe sturdy shoes, pants, hat, and sun protection. Bring plenty of water and snacks if needed. Work gloves, shovels, and trowels will be available to borrow but we encourage you to bring your own. Ages 16 and over.   When: Fridays 8-10 AM Where: Ogden Nature Center, 966 W 12th Street, Ogden UT. Meet at the front porch of the Visitor Center. Registration is required. Please sign-up here: https://forms.office.com/r/aU9Tymd3zc   Questions? Contact Sarah Kapel at conservation@ogdennaturecenter.org. Friday, June 27, 2025, 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM. Ogden Nature Center 966 W 12th Street Ogden UT 84404. For more info visit www.ogdennaturecenter.org.

CAMP- Daring Dinos - Toddlers

Community Classes in Nature Travel back in time to learn more about the prehistoric beasts that once lived in Utah. Explore dinosaurs in all different shapes and sizes, create your very own fossil, dig for dinosaur bones, and meet dinosaur relatives! Ogden Nature Center members receive 10% discount. Community Categories: Community Event. Audience: Children. Adults. Type of Event: Activities. Class. Educational. Nature. Outdoors. Science. Cost: $35 per class, Cost includes parent and child. Friday, June 27, 2025, 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM. Ogden Nature Center.

CAMP- Senior's Night

Community Classes in Nature Nature enthusiasts aged 55 and older are invited to an overnight retreat at the Ogden Nature Center’s Picnic Grove. Enjoy a cozy campfire dinner, s’mores, and storytelling under the stars, followed by a peaceful night of camping. The adventure continues in the morning with an early senior stroll along the trails to spot birds, discover new plants, and immerse yourself in the beauty of nature. Ogden Nature Center members receive a 10% discount. Community Categories: Community Event. Audience: Children. Teens. Adults. Type of Event: Activities. Class. Educational. Nature. Outdoors. Science. Cost: $50 per individual, $10 bandana. Friday, June 27, 2025, 6:00 PM – Saturday, June 28, 2025, 9:00 AM. Ogden Nature Center 966 W. 12th Street Ogden, Utah.

Forest Bathing with Ian Napper

Community Classes in Nature Join us for a morning of peace and mindfulness with certified Forest Bathing Guide, Ian Napper! Forest Bathing (aka shinrin-yoku) is an opportunity to slow down, come home to the present moment, reconnect to Nature, and create spaciousness. This hour-and-a-half session will guide guests with invitational options into mindful movement, mindful breathing, centering, directed awareness, and other experiential practices while we engage with moment and the more-than-human-world. Expect light walking and some sitting on the ground. Every session is unique.  Please register by June 21st at https://www.ogdennaturecenter.org/education-programs/community-programs. Community Categories: Community Event. Audience: Teens. Adults. Type of Event: Activities. Educational. Entertainment. Nature. Outdoors. Cost: $20 members, $25 non-members. Saturday, June 28, 2025, 8:00 AM – 9:30 AM. Ogden Nature Center. For more info visit www.ogdennaturecenter.org.

RAMP Free Summer Saturdays

Events at Ogden Nature Center Free admission all day from 9 am – 4 pm, along with free nature crafts and activities led by an ONC naturalist at 10 am and 2 pm each Saturday. Many thanks to Weber County R.A.M.P. for funding Free Summer Saturdays in our community. Saturday, June 28, 2025, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Ogden Nature Center Visitor Center 966 W 12th St. Ogden, UT 84404.

ADULT CAMP-Art In Nature 21+

Community Classes in Nature Get creative in nature with this day of exploring, sculpting, painting, and drawing. Campers ages 21 and older will work with a variety of mediums in this 3 day series. Classes will be led by local artists, who will be announced at a later date. Ogden Nature Center members receive 10% discount. Community Categories: Community Event. Audience: Adults. Type of Event: Activities. Class. Educational. Nature. Outdoors. Cost: $160. Saturday, June 28, 2025, 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM. Ogden Nature Center.

CAMP-Volunteens

Community Classes in Nature 9am -12pm (every Tuesday and Thursday) $60 for the summer (includes bandana) Ages 13-16 Serve, learn and have fun with a unique program designed to get teens out of the house this summer. Participate in citizen science, habitat restoration, Nature Center projects and more, all while making friends and giving back to the community. Volunteens work on and off-site with Nature Center staff in a fun, friendly, supervised learning environment. Community Categories: Volunteer Opportunity. Community Event. Audience: Teens. Type of Event: Activities. Nature. Outdoors. Cost: $60 for the summer (includes bandana). Contact: Heidi Austin. Tuesday, July 1, 2025, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM. **This day in the Discovery Room Ogden Nature Center 966 West 12th Street Ogden, UT 84404.

Wild Wednesday: Red, White and Blue - A Special Independence Day Program

Community Classes in Nature Join us for a special Independence Day program as we learn about bald eagles and why they are our national symbol with the help of the Ogden Nature Center’s own bald eagle, Des Ta Te.  Then go outside and search for things in nature that are RED, WHITE, and BLUE.  You’ll be amazed at what you can find! Program will highlight some scout requirements. Class begins promptly at 3:45. This 20 minute program led by a teacher/naturalist may be followed by free time on your own to further explore the Nature Center grounds. Please note that the trails and Visitor Center close by 5pm. Sponsored by my529 Plan: Utah's Educational Savings Plan. Community Categories: Community Event. Audience: Children. Teens. Adults. Members. Type of Event: Class. Cost: Free for Ogden Nature Center Members. Adults $6, Child/Senior $4. Contact: 801-621-7595. Wednesday, July 2, 2025, 3:45 PM – 4:00 PM. Ogden Nature Center 966 West 12th Street Ogden, UT 84404.

CAMP-Volunteens

Community Classes in Nature 9am -12pm (every Tuesday and Thursday) $60 for the summer (includes bandana) Ages 13-16 Serve, learn and have fun with a unique program designed to get teens out of the house this summer. Participate in citizen science, habitat restoration, Nature Center projects and more, all while making friends and giving back to the community. Volunteens work on and off-site with Nature Center staff in a fun, friendly, supervised learning environment. Community Categories: Volunteer Opportunity. Community Event. Audience: Teens. Type of Event: Activities. Nature. Outdoors. Cost: $60 for the summer (includes bandana). Contact: Heidi Austin. Thursday, July 3, 2025, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM. **This day in the Discovery Room Ogden Nature Center 966 West 12th Street Ogden, UT 84404.

Closed for Independence Day

Center Hours Friday, July 4, 2025.

Forest Bathing with Ian Napper

Community Classes in Nature Join us for a morning of peace and mindfulness with certified Forest Bathing Guide, Ian Napper! Forest Bathing (aka shinrin-yoku) is an opportunity to slow down, come home to the present moment, reconnect to Nature, and create spaciousness. This hour-and-a-half session will guide guests with invitational options into mindful movement, mindful breathing, centering, directed awareness, and other experiential practices while we engage with moment and the more-than-human-world. Expect light walking and some sitting on the ground. Every session is unique.  Please register by June 28th at https://www.ogdennaturecenter.org/education-programs/community-programs. Community Categories: Community Event. Audience: Teens. Adults. Type of Event: Activities. Educational. Entertainment. Nature. Outdoors. Cost: $20 members, $25 non-members. Saturday, July 5, 2025, 8:00 AM – 9:30 AM. Ogden Nature Center. For more info visit www.ogdennaturecenter.org.

RAMP Free Summer Saturdays

Events at Ogden Nature Center Free admission all day from 9 am – 4 pm, along with free nature crafts and activities led by an ONC naturalist at 10 am and 2 pm each Saturday. Many thanks to Weber County R.A.M.P. for funding Free Summer Saturdays in our community. Saturday, July 5, 2025, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Ogden Nature Center Visitor Center 966 W 12th St. Ogden, UT 84404.

CAMP-Fledglings: Kneehigh Naturalist

Community Classes in Nature Rocks, flowers, bugs, oh my! Come and learn how to be little scientists while exploring nature, making exciting crafts, and playing fun games, no lab coat necessary! Dive into the world of botany, biology, chemistry, ecology, and geology, all while having a blast at the Ogden Nature Center!  Ogden Nature Center members receive 10% discount. Community Categories: Community Event. Audience: Children. Type of Event: Activities. Class. Educational. Nature. Outdoors. Science. Cost: $200 for the full week (includes T-shirt). Monday, July 7, 2025, 9:00 AM – Friday, July 11, 2025, 12:00 PM. Ogden Nature Center.

CAMP-Volunteens

Community Classes in Nature 9am -12pm (every Tuesday and Thursday) $60 for the summer (includes bandana) Ages 13-16 Serve, learn and have fun with a unique program designed to get teens out of the house this summer. Participate in citizen science, habitat restoration, Nature Center projects and more, all while making friends and giving back to the community. Volunteens work on and off-site with Nature Center staff in a fun, friendly, supervised learning environment. Community Categories: Volunteer Opportunity. Community Event. Audience: Teens. Type of Event: Activities. Nature. Outdoors. Cost: $60 for the summer (includes bandana). Contact: Heidi Austin. Tuesday, July 8, 2025, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM. **This day in the Discovery Room Ogden Nature Center 966 West 12th Street Ogden, UT 84404.

Wild Wednesday: Life's Clean-up Crew - Decomposers!

Community Classes in Nature Enter the world of rot and decay as we explore decomposers. Nothing goes to waste in nature as these amazing little creatures thrive off of what is left behind. From fungi and bacteria to worms and beetles, come learn why decomposers are vital to life on earth. See decomposers in action as we explore the Nature Center for signs of life in rotting logs or fallen leaves. Class begins promptly at 3:45. This 20 minute program led by a teacher/naturalist may be followed by free time on your own to further explore the Nature Center grounds. Please note that the trails and Visitor Center close by 5pm. Sponsored by my529 Plan: Utah's Educational Savings Plan Moved to July 9th from May 21st. Community Categories: Community Event. Audience: Children. Teens. Adults. Members. Type of Event: Class. Cost: Free for Ogden Nature Center Members. Adults $6, Child/Senior $4. Contact: 801-621-7595. Wednesday, July 9, 2025, 3:45 PM – 4:00 PM. Ogden Nature Center 966 West 12th Street Ogden, UT 84404.

CAMP-Volunteens

Community Classes in Nature 9am -12pm (every Tuesday and Thursday) $60 for the summer (includes bandana) Ages 13-16 Serve, learn and have fun with a unique program designed to get teens out of the house this summer. Participate in citizen science, habitat restoration, Nature Center projects and more, all while making friends and giving back to the community. Volunteens work on and off-site with Nature Center staff in a fun, friendly, supervised learning environment. Community Categories: Volunteer Opportunity. Community Event. Audience: Teens. Type of Event: Activities. Nature. Outdoors. Cost: $60 for the summer (includes bandana). Contact: Heidi Austin. Thursday, July 10, 2025, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM. **This day in the Discovery Room Ogden Nature Center 966 West 12th Street Ogden, UT 84404.

Weed 'em & Reap

Volunteer Activities Help restore native habitats. Join us every week to manually remove invasive species on the property.  Invasive weeds crowd out native species and impair the habitat. Volunteers should be able to walk over uneven ground, bend over for extended periods, work outdoors in a variety of conditions, and comply with the safety guidelines. Volunteers should wear closed-toe sturdy shoes, pants, hat, and sun protection. Bring plenty of water and snacks if needed. Work gloves, shovels, and trowels will be available to borrow but we encourage you to bring your own. Ages 16 and over.   When: Fridays 8-10 AM Where: Ogden Nature Center, 966 W 12th Street, Ogden UT. Meet at the front porch of the Visitor Center. Registration is required. Please sign-up here: https://forms.office.com/r/aU9Tymd3zc   Questions? Contact Sarah Kapel at conservation@ogdennaturecenter.org. Friday, July 11, 2025, 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM. Ogden Nature Center 966 W 12th Street Ogden UT 84404. For more info visit www.ogdennaturecenter.org.

CAMP- Flutter and Fly - Toddlers

Community Classes in Nature Explore the magic and mystery of flight with your little one! From birds to bugs and even mammals, come learn about how these rulers of the sky are capable of flapping, gliding, and fluttering. Ogden Nature Center members receive 10% discount. Community Categories: Community Event. Audience: Children. Adults. Type of Event: Activities. Class. Educational. Nature. Outdoors. Science. Cost: $35 per class, Cost includes parent and child. Friday, July 11, 2025, 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM. Ogden Nature Center.

CAMP-Family Camp

Community Classes in Nature Join us on an adventure for the whole family. Pack your tent and enjoy a night under the stars at Ogden Nature Center’s Dumke Picnic Grove. Play games, make crafts,  and learn about the creatures that run the night here at the nature center. Hot dog dinner and a cold breakfast will be provided. Ogden Nature Center members receive a 10% discount. Community Categories: Community Event. Audience: Children. Teens. Adults. Type of Event: Activities. Class. Educational. Nature. Outdoors. Science. Cost: $120/family of 5/ $10 each additional family member. Friday, July 11, 2025, 6:00 PM – Saturday, July 12, 2025, 9:00 AM. Ogden Nature Center 966 W. 12th Street Ogden, Utah.

RAMP Free Summer Saturdays

Events at Ogden Nature Center Free admission all day from 9 am – 4 pm, along with free nature crafts and activities led by an ONC naturalist at 10 am and 2 pm each Saturday. Many thanks to Weber County R.A.M.P. for funding Free Summer Saturdays in our community. Saturday, July 12, 2025, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Ogden Nature Center Visitor Center 966 W 12th St. Ogden, UT 84404.

CAMP- STEM Camp - Ages 10-12

Community Classes in Nature This exciting weeklong camp will introduce campers to STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) through engaging, hands-on experiments and activities. Along the way, children will develop essential skills like problem solving, communication, teamwork, and critical thinking, all while having fun and exploring the wonders of STEM. Ogden Nature Center members receive a 10% discount. Community Categories: Community Event. Audience: Children. Type of Event: Activities. Class. Educational. Nature. Outdoors. Science. Cost: $230 per class (includes bandana). Monday, July 14, 2025, 8:30 AM – Wednesday, July 16, 2025, 3:30 PM. Ogden Nature Center.

CAMP-Volunteens

Community Classes in Nature 9am -12pm (every Tuesday and Thursday) $60 for the summer (includes bandana) Ages 13-16 Serve, learn and have fun with a unique program designed to get teens out of the house this summer. Participate in citizen science, habitat restoration, Nature Center projects and more, all while making friends and giving back to the community. Volunteens work on and off-site with Nature Center staff in a fun, friendly, supervised learning environment. Community Categories: Volunteer Opportunity. Community Event. Audience: Teens. Type of Event: Activities. Nature. Outdoors. Cost: $60 for the summer (includes bandana). Contact: Heidi Austin. Tuesday, July 15, 2025, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM. **This day in the Discovery Room Ogden Nature Center 966 West 12th Street Ogden, UT 84404.

Wasatch Audubon Monthly Program

Birding at Ogden Nature Center The Audubon Society presents a different speaker or slide show every month. Meetings are hybrid - in person and Zoom. Please visit www.wasatchaudubon.org or call the Ogden Nature Center for details at 801-621-7595. Community Categories: Community Event. Audience: Adults. Members. Type of Event: Class. Club. Educational. Meeting. Cost: Free. Contact: Jay Stretch (801) 721-9432 or jaystretch@comcast.net. Tuesday, July 15, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Ogden Nature Center 966 W. 12th Street Ogden, UT 84404. For more info visit www.wasatchaudubon.org.

Wild Wednesday: A Tale on Tails

Community Classes in Nature Why do some animals have tails? Bouncing, balance, and bait are just a few things for which animals use their tails.  We will explore a variety of ways critters rely on this part of their body. Class begins promptly at 3:45. This 20 minute program led by a teacher/naturalist may be followed by free time on your own to further explore the Nature Center grounds. Please note that the trails and Visitor Center close by 5pm. Sponsored by my529 Plan: Utah's Educational Savings Plan. Community Categories: Community Event. Audience: Children. Teens. Adults. Members. Type of Event: Class. Cost: Free for Ogden Nature Center Members. Adults $6, Child/Senior $4. Contact: 801-621-7595. Wednesday, July 16, 2025, 3:45 PM – 4:00 PM. Ogden Nature Center 966 West 12th Street Ogden, UT 84404.

CAMP-Volunteens

Community Classes in Nature 9am -12pm (every Tuesday and Thursday) $60 for the summer (includes bandana) Ages 13-16 Serve, learn and have fun with a unique program designed to get teens out of the house this summer. Participate in citizen science, habitat restoration, Nature Center projects and more, all while making friends and giving back to the community. Volunteens work on and off-site with Nature Center staff in a fun, friendly, supervised learning environment. Community Categories: Volunteer Opportunity. Community Event. Audience: Teens. Type of Event: Activities. Nature. Outdoors. Cost: $60 for the summer (includes bandana). Contact: Heidi Austin. Thursday, July 17, 2025, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM. **This day in the Discovery Room Ogden Nature Center 966 West 12th Street Ogden, UT 84404.

CAMP- STEM Camp - Ages 10-12

Community Classes in Nature This exciting weeklong camp will introduce campers to STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) through engaging, hands-on experiments and activities. Along the way, children will develop essential skills like problem solving, communication, teamwork, and critical thinking, all while having fun and exploring the wonders of STEM. Ogden Nature Center members receive a 10% discount. Community Categories: Community Event. Audience: Children. Type of Event: Activities. Class. Educational. Nature. Outdoors. Science. Cost: $230 per class (includes bandana). Thursday, July 17, 2025, 5:30 PM – Friday, July 18, 2025, 9:00 AM. Ogden Nature Center.

Weed 'em & Reap

Volunteer Activities Help restore native habitats. Join us every week to manually remove invasive species on the property.  Invasive weeds crowd out native species and impair the habitat. Volunteers should be able to walk over uneven ground, bend over for extended periods, work outdoors in a variety of conditions, and comply with the safety guidelines. Volunteers should wear closed-toe sturdy shoes, pants, hat, and sun protection. Bring plenty of water and snacks if needed. Work gloves, shovels, and trowels will be available to borrow but we encourage you to bring your own. Ages 16 and over.   When: Fridays 8-10 AM Where: Ogden Nature Center, 966 W 12th Street, Ogden UT. Meet at the front porch of the Visitor Center. Registration is required. Please sign-up here: https://forms.office.com/r/aU9Tymd3zc   Questions? Contact Sarah Kapel at conservation@ogdennaturecenter.org. Friday, July 18, 2025, 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM. Ogden Nature Center 966 W 12th Street Ogden UT 84404. For more info visit www.ogdennaturecenter.org.

CAMP- Splish, Splash, Splat - Toddlers

Community Classes in Nature Prepare to get wet as we learn what floats, sinks and swims in water at the Nature Center. We’ll dip for bugs in the pond, find out what water does to a sand castle, and hear stories about the creatures that call water their home. Ogden Nature Center members receive 10% discount. Community Categories: Community Event. Audience: Children. Adults. Type of Event: Activities. Class. Educational. Nature. Outdoors. Science. Cost: $35 per class, Cost includes parent and child. Friday, July 18, 2025, 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM. Ogden Nature Center.

Forest Bathing with Ian Napper

Community Classes in Nature Join us for a morning of peace and mindfulness with certified Forest Bathing Guide, Ian Napper! Forest Bathing (aka shinrin-yoku) is an opportunity to slow down, come home to the present moment, reconnect to Nature, and create spaciousness. This hour-and-a-half session will guide guests with invitational options into mindful movement, mindful breathing, centering, directed awareness, and other experiential practices while we engage with moment and the more-than-human-world. Expect light walking and some sitting on the ground. Every session is unique.  Please register by July 12th at https://www.ogdennaturecenter.org/education-programs/community-programs. Community Categories: Community Event. Audience: Teens. Adults. Type of Event: Activities. Educational. Entertainment. Nature. Outdoors. Cost: $20 members, $25 non-members. Saturday, July 19, 2025, 8:00 AM – 9:30 AM. Ogden Nature Center. For more info visit www.ogdennaturecenter.org.

RAMP Free Summer Saturdays

Events at Ogden Nature Center Free admission all day from 9 am – 4 pm, along with free nature crafts and activities led by an ONC naturalist at 10 am and 2 pm each Saturday. Many thanks to Weber County R.A.M.P. for funding Free Summer Saturdays in our community. Saturday, July 19, 2025, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Ogden Nature Center Visitor Center 966 W 12th St. Ogden, UT 84404.

CAMP - Eco Art - Ages 6-7

Community Classes in Nature Explore the beauty of nature! Campers will create crafts inspired by their surroundings while learning about the environment and the animals with whom we share our ecosystem. Ogden Nature Center members receive a 10% discount. Community Categories: Community Event. Audience: Children. Teens. Type of Event: Activities. Class. Educational. Nature. Outdoors. Science. Cost: $60 per camper. $10 bandana. Monday, July 21, 2025, 9:00 AM – 1:30 PM. Ogden Nature Center.

CAMP - Junior Botanists - Ages 8-10

Community Classes in Nature Plants and pollinators are our best friends, but who knows why? Junior Botanists know why! Come join us outdoors as we dive into the world of local plant identification and pollinator appreciation through hands-on activities! Junior Botanists will explore the fascinating relationship between plants and pollinators, discovering the vital roles these dynamic duos play in our ecosystem. Ogden Nature Center members receive a 10% discount. Community Categories: Community Event. Audience: Children. Teens. Type of Event: Activities. Class. Educational. Nature. Outdoors. Science. Cost: $80 per camper. $10 Bandana. Tuesday, July 22, 2025, 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM. Ogden Nature Center.

CAMP-Volunteens

Community Classes in Nature 9am -12pm (every Tuesday and Thursday) $60 for the summer (includes bandana) Ages 13-16 Serve, learn and have fun with a unique program designed to get teens out of the house this summer. Participate in citizen science, habitat restoration, Nature Center projects and more, all while making friends and giving back to the community. Volunteens work on and off-site with Nature Center staff in a fun, friendly, supervised learning environment. Community Categories: Volunteer Opportunity. Community Event. Audience: Teens. Type of Event: Activities. Nature. Outdoors. Cost: $60 for the summer (includes bandana). Contact: Heidi Austin. Tuesday, July 22, 2025, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM. **This day in the Discovery Room Ogden Nature Center 966 West 12th Street Ogden, UT 84404.

CAMP - Junior Wildlife Ecologists - Ages 10-12

Community Classes in Nature Ever wondered who discovers new animals or decides what’s extinct or endangered? Wildlife ecologists do! Spend a day in nature in the shoes of a wildlife researcher learning to track and survey wildlife, learning to identify a variety of animals based on tracks and signs, meeting interesting animals, as well as playing fun wildlife games and creating cool animal crafts. Ogden Nature Center members receive a 10% discount. Community Categories: Community Event. Audience: Children. Teens. Type of Event: Activities. Class. Educational. Nature. Outdoors. Science. Cost: $80 per camper. $10 Bandana. Wednesday, July 23, 2025, 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM. Ogden Nature Center.

Wild Wednesday: Hooked on Fish

Community Classes in Nature Did you know that there are eight endangered or threatened species of fish that call Utah home?   Join our naturalist and learn other cool facts about Utah’s diverse fish. Class begins promptly at 3:45. This 20 minute program led by a teacher/naturalist may be followed by free time on your own to further explore the Nature Center grounds. Please note that the trails and Visitor Center close by 5pm. Sponsored by my529 Plan: Utah's Educational Savings Plan. Community Categories: Community Event. Audience: Children. Teens. Adults. Members. Type of Event: Class. Cost: Free for Ogden Nature Center Members. Adults $6, Child/Senior $4. Contact: 801-621-7595. Wednesday, July 23, 2025, 3:45 PM – 4:00 PM. Ogden Nature Center 966 West 12th Street Ogden, UT 84404.

Closed for Pioneer Day

Center Hours Thursday, July 24, 2025.

CAMP-Volunteens

Community Classes in Nature 9am -12pm (every Tuesday and Thursday) $60 for the summer (includes bandana) Ages 13-16 Serve, learn and have fun with a unique program designed to get teens out of the house this summer. Participate in citizen science, habitat restoration, Nature Center projects and more, all while making friends and giving back to the community. Volunteens work on and off-site with Nature Center staff in a fun, friendly, supervised learning environment. Community Categories: Volunteer Opportunity. Community Event. Audience: Teens. Type of Event: Activities. Nature. Outdoors. Cost: $60 for the summer (includes bandana). Contact: Heidi Austin. Thursday, July 24, 2025, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM. **This day in the Discovery Room Ogden Nature Center 966 West 12th Street Ogden, UT 84404.

Weed 'em & Reap

Volunteer Activities Help restore native habitats. Join us every week to manually remove invasive species on the property.  Invasive weeds crowd out native species and impair the habitat. Volunteers should be able to walk over uneven ground, bend over for extended periods, work outdoors in a variety of conditions, and comply with the safety guidelines. Volunteers should wear closed-toe sturdy shoes, pants, hat, and sun protection. Bring plenty of water and snacks if needed. Work gloves, shovels, and trowels will be available to borrow but we encourage you to bring your own. Ages 16 and over.   When: Fridays 8-10 AM Where: Ogden Nature Center, 966 W 12th Street, Ogden UT. Meet at the front porch of the Visitor Center. Registration is required. Please sign-up here: https://forms.office.com/r/aU9Tymd3zc   Questions? Contact Sarah Kapel at conservation@ogdennaturecenter.org. Friday, July 25, 2025, 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM. Ogden Nature Center 966 W 12th Street Ogden UT 84404. For more info visit www.ogdennaturecenter.org.

CAMP- Sounds of Nature - Toddlers

Community Classes in Nature When taking the time to listen to nature, there's a lot that can be heard! From birds to wind, natural music is being made all around us. Campers will learn just how musical nature can be through fun crafts, games, and stories. Ogden Nature Center members receive 10% discount. Community Categories: Community Event. Audience: Children. Adults. Type of Event: Activities. Class. Educational. Nature. Outdoors. Science. Cost: $35 per class, Cost includes parent and child. Friday, July 25, 2025, 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM. Ogden Nature Center.

CAMP - Space Camp - Ages 8-10

Community Classes in Nature Discover the incredible worlds lurking in our galaxy with this evening camp dedicated to outer space! Build your own “rover” to survive a Mars drop test, learn about the planets in our solar system, and finish the night with a campfire dinner and stargazing while hearing stories about the constellations far above us. Ogden Nature Center members receive a 10% discount. Community Categories: Community Event. Audience: Children. Teens. Type of Event: Activities. Class. Educational. Nature. Outdoors. Science. Cost: $80 per camper. $10 Bandana. Friday, July 25, 2025, 4:00 PM – 10:00 PM. Ogden Nature Center.

RAMP Free Summer Saturdays

Events at Ogden Nature Center Free admission all day from 9 am – 4 pm, along with free nature crafts and activities led by an ONC naturalist at 10 am and 2 pm each Saturday. Many thanks to Weber County R.A.M.P. for funding Free Summer Saturdays in our community. Saturday, July 26, 2025, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Ogden Nature Center Visitor Center 966 W 12th St. Ogden, UT 84404.

CAMP - Macros and Minis - Ages 7-9

Community Classes in Nature Nature is made up of so many small but mighty living things. Explore the world of bugs, buds, and miniature beasts. Dip into ponds, dig into soil, and look closer as we delve into the world of tiniest living things.  Ogden Nature Center members receive a 10% discount. Community Categories: Community Event. Audience: Children. Teens. Type of Event: Activities. Class. Educational. Nature. Outdoors. Science. Cost: $80 per camper. $10 Bandana. Monday, July 28, 2025, 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM. Ogden Nature Center.

CAMP- Digging Through History - Ages 9-11

Community Classes in Nature Find out how Utah has changed over the millenia! Throughout the week, campers will use games, crafts, and fun activities to put themselves in the shoes of an archaeologist. They’ll go back in time to explore the lives of pioneers, indigenous tribes, and even prehistoric creatures.  Monday-Wednesday are regular camp days. The overnight portion starts at 6pm on Thursday and ends at 9am on friday. Ogden Nature Center members receive a 10% discount. Community Categories: Community Event. Audience: Children. Type of Event: Activities. Class. Educational. Nature. Outdoors. Science. Cost: $230 per class (includes bandana). Monday, July 28, 2025, 8:30 AM – Wednesday, July 30, 2025, 3:30 PM. Ogden Nature Center.

CAMP - ONC Animal Ambassadors - Ages 6-7

Community Classes in Nature Utah is home to an incredible range of wildlife. Ogden Nature Center hosts a number of native species both captive and wild. Come join us to learn about our desert and forest friends; how they live, what they eat, and how they interact with nature. Through live demonstrations of ONC’s animal ambassadors, campers will be able to gain an appreciation for these amazing animals and how they support their ecosystems and the Ogden Nature Center. Ogden Nature Center members receive a 10% discount. Community Categories: Community Event. Audience: Children. Teens. Type of Event: Activities. Class. Educational. Nature. Outdoors. Science. Cost: $60 per camper. $10 bandana. Tuesday, July 29, 2025, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM. Ogden Nature Center.

CAMP-Volunteens

Community Classes in Nature 9am -12pm (every Tuesday and Thursday) $60 for the summer (includes bandana) Ages 13-16 Serve, learn and have fun with a unique program designed to get teens out of the house this summer. Participate in citizen science, habitat restoration, Nature Center projects and more, all while making friends and giving back to the community. Volunteens work on and off-site with Nature Center staff in a fun, friendly, supervised learning environment. Community Categories: Volunteer Opportunity. Community Event. Audience: Teens. Type of Event: Activities. Nature. Outdoors. Cost: $60 for the summer (includes bandana). Contact: Heidi Austin. Tuesday, July 29, 2025, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM. **This day in the Discovery Room Ogden Nature Center 966 West 12th Street Ogden, UT 84404.

CAMP - Marvelous Mammals - Ages 6-7

Community Classes in Nature What do a lion, a bear, and a dolphin all have in common? Why, they’re all mammals, of course! Come learn all about what sets mammals apart from birds and reptiles, and learn what really makes a mammal, a mammal. Spend the day learning about these incredible creatures, through games, crafts, and meeting a live animal! Ogden Nature Center members receive a 10% discount. Community Categories: Community Event. Audience: Children. Teens. Type of Event: Activities. Class. Educational. Nature. Outdoors. Science. Cost: $60 per camper. $10 bandana. Wednesday, July 30, 2025, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM. Ogden Nature Center.

Wild Wednesday: Revealing Reptiles

Community Classes in Nature Have you ever wondered what a snake feels like?  What about a tortoise shell?  Come find out and get an up-close look at the Ogden Nature Center’s resident reptiles. Learn what makes reptiles so special in the animal world, and how they survive in the deserts of Utah. Class begins promptly at 3:45. This 20 minute program led by a teacher/naturalist may be followed by free time on your own to further explore the Nature Center grounds. Please note that the trails and Visitor Center close by 5pm. Sponsored by my529 Plan: Utah's Educational Savings Plan. Community Categories: Community Event. Audience: Children. Teens. Adults. Members. Type of Event: Class. Cost: Free for Ogden Nature Center Members. Adults $6, Child/Senior $4. Contact: 801-621-7595. Wednesday, July 30, 2025, 3:45 PM – 4:00 PM. Ogden Nature Center 966 West 12th Street Ogden, UT 84404.

CAMP-Volunteens

Community Classes in Nature 9am -12pm (every Tuesday and Thursday) $60 for the summer (includes bandana) Ages 13-16 Serve, learn and have fun with a unique program designed to get teens out of the house this summer. Participate in citizen science, habitat restoration, Nature Center projects and more, all while making friends and giving back to the community. Volunteens work on and off-site with Nature Center staff in a fun, friendly, supervised learning environment. Community Categories: Volunteer Opportunity. Community Event. Audience: Teens. Type of Event: Activities. Nature. Outdoors. Cost: $60 for the summer (includes bandana). Contact: Heidi Austin. Thursday, July 31, 2025, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM. **This day in the Discovery Room Ogden Nature Center 966 West 12th Street Ogden, UT 84404.

CAMP- Digging Through History - Ages 9-11

Community Classes in Nature Find out how Utah has changed over the millenia! Throughout the week, campers will use games, crafts, and fun activities to put themselves in the shoes of an archaeologist. They’ll go back in time to explore the lives of pioneers, indigenous tribes, and even prehistoric creatures.  Monday-Wednesday are regular camp days. The overnight portion starts at 6pm on Thursday and ends at 9am on friday. Ogden Nature Center members receive a 10% discount. Community Categories: Community Event. Audience: Children. Type of Event: Activities. Class. Educational. Nature. Outdoors. Science. Cost: $230 per class (includes bandana). Thursday, July 31, 2025, 5:30 PM – Friday, August 1, 2025, 9:00 AM. Ogden Nature Center.

Weed 'em & Reap

Volunteer Activities Help restore native habitats. Join us every week to manually remove invasive species on the property.  Invasive weeds crowd out native species and impair the habitat. Volunteers should be able to walk over uneven ground, bend over for extended periods, work outdoors in a variety of conditions, and comply with the safety guidelines. Volunteers should wear closed-toe sturdy shoes, pants, hat, and sun protection. Bring plenty of water and snacks if needed. Work gloves, shovels, and trowels will be available to borrow but we encourage you to bring your own. Ages 16 and over.   When: Fridays 8-10 AM Where: Ogden Nature Center, 966 W 12th Street, Ogden UT. Meet at the front porch of the Visitor Center. Registration is required. Please sign-up here: https://forms.office.com/r/aU9Tymd3zc   Questions? Contact Sarah Kapel at conservation@ogdennaturecenter.org. Friday, August 1, 2025, 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM. Ogden Nature Center 966 W 12th Street Ogden UT 84404. For more info visit www.ogdennaturecenter.org.

CAMP- All About Cats and Dogs - Toddlers

Community Classes in Nature How is a tiger like a housecat? Or a puppy like a wolf? Come to the Ogden Nature Center and learn all about the kitties and doggies that live in nature as we explore their differences and similarities, and learn about the differences between a wild animal and a pet! Have fun making puppy and kitty crafts, hearing a story about a cat in nature, playing games, and looking for signs of wild animals along the trail! Ogden Nature Center members receive 10% discount. Community Categories: Community Event. Audience: Children. Adults. Type of Event: Activities. Class. Educational. Nature. Outdoors. Science. Cost: $35 per class, Cost includes parent and child. Friday, August 1, 2025, 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM. Ogden Nature Center.

RAMP Free Summer Saturdays

Events at Ogden Nature Center Free admission all day from 9 am – 4 pm, along with free nature crafts and activities led by an ONC naturalist at 10 am and 2 pm each Saturday. Many thanks to Weber County R.A.M.P. for funding Free Summer Saturdays in our community. Saturday, August 2, 2025, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Ogden Nature Center Visitor Center 966 W 12th St. Ogden, UT 84404.

CAMP-Fledglings: Animal Olympics

Community Classes in Nature Jumping, swimming, and flying! What other talents do olympians and animals have in common? Throughout the week, we’ll share their moves, make our own, and try our hand at a different sort of Olympic Games inspired by the incredible creatures that roam the earth. Ogden Nature Center members receive 10% discount. Community Categories: Community Event. Audience: Children. Type of Event: Activities. Class. Educational. Nature. Outdoors. Science. Cost: $200 for the full week (includes bandana). Monday, August 4, 2025, 9:00 AM – Friday, August 8, 2025, 12:00 PM. Ogden Nature Center.

CAMP-Volunteens

Community Classes in Nature 9am -12pm (every Tuesday and Thursday) $60 for the summer (includes bandana) Ages 13-16 Serve, learn and have fun with a unique program designed to get teens out of the house this summer. Participate in citizen science, habitat restoration, Nature Center projects and more, all while making friends and giving back to the community. Volunteens work on and off-site with Nature Center staff in a fun, friendly, supervised learning environment. Community Categories: Volunteer Opportunity. Community Event. Audience: Teens. Type of Event: Activities. Nature. Outdoors. Cost: $60 for the summer (includes bandana). Contact: Heidi Austin. Tuesday, August 5, 2025, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM. **This day in the Discovery Room Ogden Nature Center 966 West 12th Street Ogden, UT 84404.

Wild Wednesday: Natural Dyes

Community Classes in Nature Learn about the history of dye and where dyes come from. You may be surprised to learn most red food dye is made out of a bug. Or that purple was so rare to find because the ink had to be “milked” out of sea snails. Class begins promptly at 3:45. This 20 minute program led by a teacher/naturalist may be followed by free time on your own to further explore the Nature Center grounds. Please note that the trails and Visitor Center close by 5pm. Sponsored by my529 Plan: Utah's Educational Savings Plan. Community Categories: Community Event. Audience: Children. Teens. Adults. Members. Type of Event: Class. Cost: Free for Ogden Nature Center Members. Adults $6, Child/Senior $4. Contact: 801-621-7595. Wednesday, August 6, 2025, 3:45 PM – 4:00 PM. Ogden Nature Center 966 West 12th Street Ogden, UT 84404.

CAMP-Volunteens

Community Classes in Nature 9am -12pm (every Tuesday and Thursday) $60 for the summer (includes bandana) Ages 13-16 Serve, learn and have fun with a unique program designed to get teens out of the house this summer. Participate in citizen science, habitat restoration, Nature Center projects and more, all while making friends and giving back to the community. Volunteens work on and off-site with Nature Center staff in a fun, friendly, supervised learning environment. Community Categories: Volunteer Opportunity. Community Event. Audience: Teens. Type of Event: Activities. Nature. Outdoors. Cost: $60 for the summer (includes bandana). Contact: Heidi Austin. Thursday, August 7, 2025, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM. **This day in the Discovery Room Ogden Nature Center 966 West 12th Street Ogden, UT 84404.

"The Wildwoods" Summer Concert at Ogden Nature Center

Events at Ogden Nature Center Get ready for a laid-back summer evening filled with live music, fresh air, and good company. Since 2006, our concert series has been a favorite local tradition — and this year, we welcome The Wildwoods, a folk/Americana trio known for heartfelt lyrics and warm harmonies that feel right at home in the great outdoors. Tickets: $25 for ONC members $30 for non-members Seating is limited — buy early to reserve your spot! Thursday, August 7, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Ogden Nature Center 966 West 12th Street Ogden UT 84404. For more info visit www.ogdennaturecenter.org.

Weed 'em & Reap

Volunteer Activities Help restore native habitats. Join us every week to manually remove invasive species on the property.  Invasive weeds crowd out native species and impair the habitat. Volunteers should be able to walk over uneven ground, bend over for extended periods, work outdoors in a variety of conditions, and comply with the safety guidelines. Volunteers should wear closed-toe sturdy shoes, pants, hat, and sun protection. Bring plenty of water and snacks if needed. Work gloves, shovels, and trowels will be available to borrow but we encourage you to bring your own. Ages 16 and over.   When: Fridays 8-10 AM Where: Ogden Nature Center, 966 W 12th Street, Ogden UT. Meet at the front porch of the Visitor Center. Registration is required. Please sign-up here: https://forms.office.com/r/aU9Tymd3zc   Questions? Contact Sarah Kapel at conservation@ogdennaturecenter.org. Friday, August 8, 2025, 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM. Ogden Nature Center 966 W 12th Street Ogden UT 84404. For more info visit www.ogdennaturecenter.org.

RAMP Free Summer Saturdays

Events at Ogden Nature Center Free admission all day from 9 am – 4 pm, along with free nature crafts and activities led by an ONC naturalist at 10 am and 2 pm each Saturday. Many thanks to Weber County R.A.M.P. for funding Free Summer Saturdays in our community. Saturday, August 9, 2025, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Ogden Nature Center Visitor Center 966 W 12th St. Ogden, UT 84404.

CAMP-Volunteens

Community Classes in Nature 9am -12pm (every Tuesday and Thursday) $60 for the summer (includes bandana) Ages 13-16 Serve, learn and have fun with a unique program designed to get teens out of the house this summer. Participate in citizen science, habitat restoration, Nature Center projects and more, all while making friends and giving back to the community. Volunteens work on and off-site with Nature Center staff in a fun, friendly, supervised learning environment. Community Categories: Volunteer Opportunity. Community Event. Audience: Teens. Type of Event: Activities. Nature. Outdoors. Cost: $60 for the summer (includes bandana). Contact: Heidi Austin. Tuesday, August 12, 2025, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM. **This day in the Discovery Room Ogden Nature Center 966 West 12th Street Ogden, UT 84404.

Wild Wednesday: Endangered and Threatened in Utah

Community Classes in Nature With the help of Laser our desert tortoise discover what it means to be an endangered species.  Learn what causes animals and plants to become endangered and what you can do to help. Program will highlight some scout requirements. Class begins promptly at 3:45. This 20 minute program led by a teacher/naturalist may be followed by free time on your own to further explore the Nature Center grounds. Please note that the trails and Visitor Center close by 5pm. Sponsored by my529 Plan: Utah's Educational Savings Plan. Community Categories: Community Event. Audience: Children. Teens. Adults. Members. Type of Event: Class. Cost: Free for Ogden Nature Center Members. Adults $6, Child/Senior $4. Contact: 801-621-7595. Wednesday, August 13, 2025, 3:45 PM – 4:00 PM. Ogden Nature Center 966 West 12th Street Ogden, UT 84404.

CAMP-Volunteens

Community Classes in Nature 9am -12pm (every Tuesday and Thursday) $60 for the summer (includes bandana) Ages 13-16 Serve, learn and have fun with a unique program designed to get teens out of the house this summer. Participate in citizen science, habitat restoration, Nature Center projects and more, all while making friends and giving back to the community. Volunteens work on and off-site with Nature Center staff in a fun, friendly, supervised learning environment. Community Categories: Volunteer Opportunity. Community Event. Audience: Teens. Type of Event: Activities. Nature. Outdoors. Cost: $60 for the summer (includes bandana). Contact: Heidi Austin. Thursday, August 14, 2025, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM. **This day in the Discovery Room Ogden Nature Center 966 West 12th Street Ogden, UT 84404.

Weed 'em & Reap

Volunteer Activities Help restore native habitats. Join us every week to manually remove invasive species on the property.  Invasive weeds crowd out native species and impair the habitat. Volunteers should be able to walk over uneven ground, bend over for extended periods, work outdoors in a variety of conditions, and comply with the safety guidelines. Volunteers should wear closed-toe sturdy shoes, pants, hat, and sun protection. Bring plenty of water and snacks if needed. Work gloves, shovels, and trowels will be available to borrow but we encourage you to bring your own. Ages 16 and over.   When: Fridays 8-10 AM Where: Ogden Nature Center, 966 W 12th Street, Ogden UT. Meet at the front porch of the Visitor Center. Registration is required. Please sign-up here: https://forms.office.com/r/aU9Tymd3zc   Questions? Contact Sarah Kapel at conservation@ogdennaturecenter.org. Friday, August 15, 2025, 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM. Ogden Nature Center 966 W 12th Street Ogden UT 84404. For more info visit www.ogdennaturecenter.org.

RAMP Free Summer Saturdays

Events at Ogden Nature Center Free admission all day from 9 am – 4 pm, along with free nature crafts and activities led by an ONC naturalist at 10 am and 2 pm each Saturday. Many thanks to Weber County R.A.M.P. for funding Free Summer Saturdays in our community. Saturday, August 16, 2025, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Ogden Nature Center Visitor Center 966 W 12th St. Ogden, UT 84404.

Wasatch Audubon Monthly Program

Birding at Ogden Nature Center The Audubon Society presents a different speaker or slide show every month. Meetings are hybrid - in person and Zoom. Please visit www.wasatchaudubon.org or call the Ogden Nature Center for details at 801-621-7595. Community Categories: Community Event. Audience: Adults. Members. Type of Event: Class. Club. Educational. Meeting. Cost: Free. Contact: Jay Stretch (801) 721-9432 or jaystretch@comcast.net. Tuesday, August 19, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Ogden Nature Center 966 W. 12th Street Ogden, UT 84404. For more info visit www.wasatchaudubon.org.

Wild Wednesday: Migration - A Back to School Special

Community Classes in Nature Are you ready to migrate back to school?  Kick off the start of another school year by learning about animal migration.  Meet live animals that migrate and learn how they travel long distances to find food and shelter. Class begins promptly at 3:45. This 20 minute program led by a teacher/naturalist may be followed by free time on your own to further explore the Nature Center grounds. Please note that the trails and Visitor Center close by 5pm. Sponsored by my529 Plan: Utah's Educational Savings Plan. Community Categories: Community Event. Audience: Children. Teens. Adults. Members. Type of Event: Class. Cost: Free for Ogden Nature Center Members. Adults $6, Child/Senior $4. Contact: 801-621-7595. Wednesday, August 20, 2025, 3:45 PM – 4:00 PM. Ogden Nature Center 966 West 12th Street Ogden, UT 84404.

Weed 'em & Reap

Volunteer Activities Help restore native habitats. Join us every week to manually remove invasive species on the property.  Invasive weeds crowd out native species and impair the habitat. Volunteers should be able to walk over uneven ground, bend over for extended periods, work outdoors in a variety of conditions, and comply with the safety guidelines. Volunteers should wear closed-toe sturdy shoes, pants, hat, and sun protection. Bring plenty of water and snacks if needed. Work gloves, shovels, and trowels will be available to borrow but we encourage you to bring your own. Ages 16 and over.   When: Fridays 8-10 AM Where: Ogden Nature Center, 966 W 12th Street, Ogden UT. Meet at the front porch of the Visitor Center. Registration is required. Please sign-up here: https://forms.office.com/r/aU9Tymd3zc   Questions? Contact Sarah Kapel at conservation@ogdennaturecenter.org. Friday, August 22, 2025, 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM. Ogden Nature Center 966 W 12th Street Ogden UT 84404. For more info visit www.ogdennaturecenter.org.