Programs
Bring a thermos & enjoy some hot chocolate on the Sip & Stroll. Dress for the weather and possible snow. This leisurely night walk in the park will vary from .5 to 1.5 mile. Hot chocolate is provided but we recommend bringing an insulated cup so it doesn't get cold!
Date Themes-
Jan 23 7 PM Lost Creek Reserve Science & History of Light
Did you know there are different forms of light on the spectrum? Discover how humans used light in the past and explore the science of light in the darkness of our parks.
Feb 27 7 PM Maple Ridge Reserve- Maple Dreams
Maple syrup season has us all drooling for that sweet, sticky goodness! Take a nighttime stroll with a naturalist to uncover the science of syrup-making, hear Native American legends about its origins, and discover the wild true story of the Great Canadian Maple Heist.
March 27 8 PM Garbry Big Woods Reserve-Spring Love
Join Naturalist Amalee for a night hike celebrating the sights and sounds of spring! As the season of renewal begins, we’ll look and listen for wildlife stirring after winter — from the sky dance of the woodcock to the chorus of frogs and the busy activity of beavers.
Date Themes-
Jan 23 7 PM Lost Creek Reserve Science & History of Light
Did you know there are different forms of light on the spectrum? Discover how humans used light in the past and explore the science of light in the darkness of our parks.
Feb 27 7 PM Maple Ridge Reserve- Maple Dreams
Maple syrup season has us all drooling for that sweet, sticky goodness! Take a nighttime stroll with a naturalist to uncover the science of syrup-making, hear Native American legends about its origins, and discover the wild true story of the Great Canadian Maple Heist.
March 27 8 PM Garbry Big Woods Reserve-Spring Love
Join Naturalist Amalee for a night hike celebrating the sights and sounds of spring! As the season of renewal begins, we’ll look and listen for wildlife stirring after winter — from the sky dance of the woodcock to the chorus of frogs and the busy activity of beavers.
Note:
-Registration is required for this free program.
-Dress for the weather and possible snow.
-Don't forget your insulated cup so your hot chocolate doesn't get cold!
-Please be sure to arrive on time. Program check in is from scheduled start time for 10 minutes. Gates closed 10 minutes after scheduled start time.
-Visitors are prohibited from being on park trails without a park staff member after dark.
| Program Type | Fun for All |
| Program Subcategory | Night Program |
| Program Code | - |
| Online Registration | Yes |
| Enrollment Begin Date | 12/15/2025 |
| Enrollment End Date | 3/27/2026 12:00 PM |
| Instructor(s) |
Amalee Houk
Amalee Houk
|
| Gender | Any Gender |
| Enrollment Minimum | 2 |
| Maximum | 150 |
| Grade Minimum | |
| Maximum | |
| Age Minimum | - |
| Maximum | - |
| Standard Fee | Residency Restriction |
Membership Restrictions |
Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| No Fee | -None- | $0.00 | |
| No Fee | |||
| Residency Restriction | -None- | ||
| Membership Restrictions | - | ||
| Amount | $0.00 | ||
| Date | Day | Start Time | End Time | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/23/2026 | Friday | 7:00 PM | 8:30 PM | Lost Creek Reserve |
| Friday - 01/23/2026 | ||||
| Start Time | 7:00 PM | |||
| End Time | 8:30 PM | |||
| Location | Lost Creek Reserve | |||
| 02/27/2026 | Friday | 7:00 PM | 8:30 PM | Maple Ridge Reserve |
| Friday - 02/27/2026 | ||||
| Start Time | 7:00 PM | |||
| End Time | 8:30 PM | |||
| Location | Maple Ridge Reserve | |||
| 03/27/2026 | Friday | 8:00 PM | 9:30 PM | Garbry Big Woods Reserve |
| Friday - 03/27/2026 | ||||
| Start Time | 8:00 PM | |||
| End Time | 9:30 PM | |||
| Location | Garbry Big Woods Reserve | |||
