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Explore the Outdoors--Earth Day Celebration at the Austin Nature and Science Center |
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April 24, 12:00pm - 4:00pm |
| Ongoing activities from 12 noon to 4 pm |
| Sheffield Education Center, 2201 Barton Springs Road, Austin |
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Sponsored by: Sheffield Education Center www.ci.austin.tx.us/splash |
| Cost: 0 |
| No preregistration needed |
| Hikes and wildlife presentations scheduled throughout the afternoon |
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Event description: In 2010, the Austin Nature and Science Center is celebrating 50 years of exploring the outdoors with children and families. Join ANSC staff for interpretive hikes along the trails of the Zilker Nature Preserve, meet some of our resident wildlife up close and personal, look for frogs and toads in mirror ponds and enjoy the beautiful woods and meadows at the Austin Nature and Science Center site. Bring an item for trade in the Naturalist Workshop. |
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Indoor activities and Outdoor activities In case of rain: Event will be held Activities will occur inside |
 HANDICAP ACCESSIBLESome trails are handicap accessible, some trails are not. All buildings and indoor presentations are accessible. |
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Site is accessible to public transportation: |
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Parking information: Free parking is available under Mopac at Stratford Drive. A short walk up the hill to the site. Handicap parking onsite by the Wildlife Exhibits Building. |
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Bike racks available |
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Age level: Event for entire family |
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Level of difficulty: Some activities are easy, some activities are moderately challenging |
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What to bring: Wear comfortable walking shoes and bring an item from nature to trade at the Naturalist Workshop |
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This activity includes the following: Guided activity or tour Lecture or presentation Museum-style display Plant identification Wildflowers Water activities or hydrology Hiking |
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