Upcoming Events
Turtle Tots - Pinecone Science
12/01/2023 10:00 AM - 12/01/2023 11:00 AM
Turtle Tots, a program for preschool age children 3-5 and their adult, will be held Friday, December 2 from 10-11am. The theme will be pinecones! Participants will read a story, conduct a pinecone investigation, science experiment, and craft. Registration by 11/29 is required for t... more
Holiday Open House
12/02/2023 9:00 AM - 12/02/2023 12:00 PM
Join the staff of the Kansas Wetlands Education Center in celebrating the Christmas season with a Holiday Open House from 9am to noon on Saturday, December 2. The KWEC gift store is stocked with perfect gift selections for any nature enthusiast. Visitors can take advantage of a 40% off discoun... more
Christmas Bird Count
12/18/2023 8:00 AM - 12/18/2023 4:00 PM
The Cheyenne Bottoms Christmas Bird Count is scheduled for Monday, December 18 from 8am until 4pm. Participation is open to the public regardless of birding experience. Participation for at least half of the day is recommended. Counters in small groups will be assigned particular areas w... more
WILD - Pheasant Taxidermy
12/28/2023 8:00 AM - 12/28/2023 5:00 PM
Have you ever wondered about the process of how to preserve animals for study or display? Participants aged 12-18 can come learn and practice this art on Thursday December 28 from 8am-5pm. Andrew Wittenberg, Ellinwood High school science teacher and local taxidermist will help youth nav... more
Drop-in STEM
12/29/2023 1:00 PM - 12/29/2023 4:00 PM
Do you measure up to a Whooping Crane? Can you engineer a goose glider that can compare to the feats of Cheyenne Bottoms migrants? How does a duck stay warm and dry in cold water? Why are some animals covered in scales and others in fur or slime? Come get these questions answ... more