BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Dogwood Canyon - ECPv6.14.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://dogwoodcanyon.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Dogwood Canyon REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20250309T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20251102T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251008T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251008T153000 DTSTAMP:20250815T223642 CREATED:20250805T194757Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250805T195311Z UID:10008732-1759928400-1759937400@dogwoodcanyon.org SUMMARY:Stone-Age Survival Skills DESCRIPTION:There is a direct line of human technology\, from 2.3 million years ago when our earliest ancestors banged rocks to make cutting tools\, to the rapid advances in our modern world.  Join survival instructor and naturalist Bo Brown\, author of Foraging the Ozarks and Foraging Central Grasslands\, to explore the humble beginnings of the technologies that allowed our species to survive and thrive. URL:https://dogwoodcanyon.org/event/stone-age-survival-skills/2025-10-08/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dogwoodcanyon.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/shutterstock_555811084-scaled-e1747932397666.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251009T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251009T113000 DTSTAMP:20250815T223642 CREATED:20241119T153053Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241207T183544Z UID:10008348-1760002200-1760009400@dogwoodcanyon.org SUMMARY:Traveling Trailside DESCRIPTION:Be sure to stop by our mobile trailside station while you’re out in the canyon! This station will feature a rotation of wildlife artifacts\, information about plants and animals in the park\, and the potential of up-close discoveries and wildlife spotting. Chat with our knowledgeable staff and learn something new about the natural wonders that call this place home! URL:https://dogwoodcanyon.org/event/traveling-trailside-9/2025-10-09/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dogwoodcanyon.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/20221025_1211332-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251009T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251009T140000 DTSTAMP:20250815T223642 CREATED:20241119T152116Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241207T183639Z UID:10008304-1760014800-1760018400@dogwoodcanyon.org SUMMARY:Critter Encounter DESCRIPTION:Stop by our Critter Encounters for an up-close meet and greet with a live animal as you learn a little about their biology and behavior. Possible critters include: snakes\, salamanders\, toads\, turtles\, arachnids\, and hissing cockroaches. URL:https://dogwoodcanyon.org/event/critter-encounter-11/2025-10-09/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dogwoodcanyon.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/20230109_131412-scaled-e1702573707819.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251010T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251010T110000 DTSTAMP:20250815T223642 CREATED:20241119T152830Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241207T183733Z UID:10008333-1760090400-1760094000@dogwoodcanyon.org SUMMARY:Welcome Table DESCRIPTION:Upon arriving at the park\, be sure to stop by our Welcome Table to say hello! See fun table-top artifacts and get the nature center program schedule for the day. Our friendly education staff will be happy to answer questions about exploring the park\, observing wildlife\, and what to look for while out in the canyon. URL:https://dogwoodcanyon.org/event/welcome-table-7/2025-10-10/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dogwoodcanyon.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/DWC_FrontEntranceWide-cutout.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251010T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251010T133000 DTSTAMP:20250815T223642 CREATED:20241119T152553Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241207T183823Z UID:10008320-1760101200-1760103000@dogwoodcanyon.org SUMMARY:Amphitheater Talk DESCRIPTION:Stop by our scenic outdoor amphitheater for a fun and engaging program to get your Dogwood adventure started! Topics rotate through a variety of nature identification themes to equip you for your canyon experience!  This 20-30 minute program is included with park admission. URL:https://dogwoodcanyon.org/event/amphitheater-talk-3/2025-10-10/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dogwoodcanyon.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/pexels-hitchhike-3261020-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251010T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251010T160000 DTSTAMP:20250815T223642 CREATED:20241119T151442Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241207T183959Z UID:10008132-1760104800-1760112000@dogwoodcanyon.org SUMMARY:Discovery Station DESCRIPTION:Come check out our Discovery Stations at the Dogwood Nature and Conservation Center!  Our stations provide a casual yet engaging educational opportunity for families and children to learn about nature through hands-on crafts\, activities\, and tabletop displays. URL:https://dogwoodcanyon.org/event/discovery-station-9/2025-10-10/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dogwoodcanyon.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/DWC-Kids-Area.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251011T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251011T113000 DTSTAMP:20250815T223642 CREATED:20241111T143007Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241111T143007Z UID:10007211-1760175000-1760182200@dogwoodcanyon.org SUMMARY:Canyon Discovery Tours DESCRIPTION:Discover the canyon like never before with this private educational guided tour! Experience the park’s unique ecosystems with your own personal park interpreter.  Throughout the tour\, we’ll stop and hop out of the vehicle for short observations and investigations to explore the wonders and curiosities the park has to offer. \nThis is a 2 to 2.5-hour excursion in an open-air vehicle that can hold up to 5 people. Dogs are NOT allowed. \nReservations are recommended. Park admission is a separate and required ticket. \nPlease Note: \nThis tour is done by Tracker. If guests are in wheelchairs and/or have limited mobility that may require special assistance\, contact our Reservations line at 417-348-3326. Please give at least 48 hours of advance notice. \nTo protect the wellbeing of our guests and guides\, Canyon Discovery Tours may be cancelled at any time due to extreme weather conditions. In this case\, you will be notified using the contact information you provided upon purchase. URL:https://dogwoodcanyon.org/event/canyon-discovery-tours/2025-10-11/ CATEGORIES:Education,Seasonal ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dogwoodcanyon.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/2023_Canyon-Discovery_Tour_001_900x600.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251011T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251011T110000 DTSTAMP:20250815T223642 CREATED:20241119T152830Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241207T183733Z UID:10008334-1760176800-1760180400@dogwoodcanyon.org SUMMARY:Welcome Table DESCRIPTION:Upon arriving at the park\, be sure to stop by our Welcome Table to say hello! See fun table-top artifacts and get the nature center program schedule for the day. Our friendly education staff will be happy to answer questions about exploring the park\, observing wildlife\, and what to look for while out in the canyon. URL:https://dogwoodcanyon.org/event/welcome-table-7/2025-10-11/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dogwoodcanyon.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/DWC_FrontEntranceWide-cutout.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251011T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251011T133000 DTSTAMP:20250815T223642 CREATED:20241119T152553Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241207T183823Z UID:10008321-1760187600-1760189400@dogwoodcanyon.org SUMMARY:Amphitheater Talk DESCRIPTION:Stop by our scenic outdoor amphitheater for a fun and engaging program to get your Dogwood adventure started! Topics rotate through a variety of nature identification themes to equip you for your canyon experience!  This 20-30 minute program is included with park admission. URL:https://dogwoodcanyon.org/event/amphitheater-talk-3/2025-10-11/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dogwoodcanyon.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/pexels-hitchhike-3261020-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251011T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251011T160000 DTSTAMP:20250815T223642 CREATED:20241119T151442Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241207T183959Z UID:10008133-1760191200-1760198400@dogwoodcanyon.org SUMMARY:Discovery Station DESCRIPTION:Come check out our Discovery Stations at the Dogwood Nature and Conservation Center!  Our stations provide a casual yet engaging educational opportunity for families and children to learn about nature through hands-on crafts\, activities\, and tabletop displays. URL:https://dogwoodcanyon.org/event/discovery-station-9/2025-10-11/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dogwoodcanyon.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/DWC-Kids-Area.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251012T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251012T113000 DTSTAMP:20250815T223642 CREATED:20241111T143007Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241111T143007Z UID:10007212-1760261400-1760268600@dogwoodcanyon.org SUMMARY:Canyon Discovery Tours DESCRIPTION:Discover the canyon like never before with this private educational guided tour! Experience the park’s unique ecosystems with your own personal park interpreter.  Throughout the tour\, we’ll stop and hop out of the vehicle for short observations and investigations to explore the wonders and curiosities the park has to offer. \nThis is a 2 to 2.5-hour excursion in an open-air vehicle that can hold up to 5 people. Dogs are NOT allowed. \nReservations are recommended. Park admission is a separate and required ticket. \nPlease Note: \nThis tour is done by Tracker. If guests are in wheelchairs and/or have limited mobility that may require special assistance\, contact our Reservations line at 417-348-3326. Please give at least 48 hours of advance notice. \nTo protect the wellbeing of our guests and guides\, Canyon Discovery Tours may be cancelled at any time due to extreme weather conditions. In this case\, you will be notified using the contact information you provided upon purchase. URL:https://dogwoodcanyon.org/event/canyon-discovery-tours/2025-10-12/ CATEGORIES:Education,Seasonal ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dogwoodcanyon.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/2023_Canyon-Discovery_Tour_001_900x600.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251012T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251012T110000 DTSTAMP:20250815T223642 CREATED:20241119T152830Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241207T183733Z UID:10008335-1760263200-1760266800@dogwoodcanyon.org SUMMARY:Welcome Table DESCRIPTION:Upon arriving at the park\, be sure to stop by our Welcome Table to say hello! See fun table-top artifacts and get the nature center program schedule for the day. Our friendly education staff will be happy to answer questions about exploring the park\, observing wildlife\, and what to look for while out in the canyon. URL:https://dogwoodcanyon.org/event/welcome-table-7/2025-10-12/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dogwoodcanyon.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/DWC_FrontEntranceWide-cutout.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251012T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251012T133000 DTSTAMP:20250815T223642 CREATED:20241119T152553Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241207T183823Z UID:10008322-1760274000-1760275800@dogwoodcanyon.org SUMMARY:Amphitheater Talk DESCRIPTION:Stop by our scenic outdoor amphitheater for a fun and engaging program to get your Dogwood adventure started! Topics rotate through a variety of nature identification themes to equip you for your canyon experience!  This 20-30 minute program is included with park admission. URL:https://dogwoodcanyon.org/event/amphitheater-talk-3/2025-10-12/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dogwoodcanyon.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/pexels-hitchhike-3261020-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251012T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251012T160000 DTSTAMP:20250815T223642 CREATED:20241119T151442Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241207T183959Z UID:10008134-1760277600-1760284800@dogwoodcanyon.org SUMMARY:Discovery Station DESCRIPTION:Come check out our Discovery Stations at the Dogwood Nature and Conservation Center!  Our stations provide a casual yet engaging educational opportunity for families and children to learn about nature through hands-on crafts\, activities\, and tabletop displays. URL:https://dogwoodcanyon.org/event/discovery-station-9/2025-10-12/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dogwoodcanyon.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/DWC-Kids-Area.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251013T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251013T113000 DTSTAMP:20250815T223642 CREATED:20241119T153053Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241207T183544Z UID:10008349-1760347800-1760355000@dogwoodcanyon.org SUMMARY:Traveling Trailside DESCRIPTION:Be sure to stop by our mobile trailside station while you’re out in the canyon! This station will feature a rotation of wildlife artifacts\, information about plants and animals in the park\, and the potential of up-close discoveries and wildlife spotting. Chat with our knowledgeable staff and learn something new about the natural wonders that call this place home! URL:https://dogwoodcanyon.org/event/traveling-trailside-9/2025-10-13/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dogwoodcanyon.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/20221025_1211332-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251013T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251013T140000 DTSTAMP:20250815T223642 CREATED:20241119T152116Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241207T183639Z UID:10008305-1760360400-1760364000@dogwoodcanyon.org SUMMARY:Critter Encounter DESCRIPTION:Stop by our Critter Encounters for an up-close meet and greet with a live animal as you learn a little about their biology and behavior. Possible critters include: snakes\, salamanders\, toads\, turtles\, arachnids\, and hissing cockroaches. URL:https://dogwoodcanyon.org/event/critter-encounter-11/2025-10-13/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dogwoodcanyon.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/20230109_131412-scaled-e1702573707819.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251014T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251014T113000 DTSTAMP:20250815T223642 CREATED:20241111T143007Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241111T143007Z UID:10007213-1760434200-1760441400@dogwoodcanyon.org SUMMARY:Canyon Discovery Tours DESCRIPTION:Discover the canyon like never before with this private educational guided tour! Experience the park’s unique ecosystems with your own personal park interpreter.  Throughout the tour\, we’ll stop and hop out of the vehicle for short observations and investigations to explore the wonders and curiosities the park has to offer. \nThis is a 2 to 2.5-hour excursion in an open-air vehicle that can hold up to 5 people. Dogs are NOT allowed. \nReservations are recommended. Park admission is a separate and required ticket. \nPlease Note: \nThis tour is done by Tracker. If guests are in wheelchairs and/or have limited mobility that may require special assistance\, contact our Reservations line at 417-348-3326. Please give at least 48 hours of advance notice. \nTo protect the wellbeing of our guests and guides\, Canyon Discovery Tours may be cancelled at any time due to extreme weather conditions. In this case\, you will be notified using the contact information you provided upon purchase. URL:https://dogwoodcanyon.org/event/canyon-discovery-tours/2025-10-14/ CATEGORIES:Education,Seasonal ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dogwoodcanyon.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/2023_Canyon-Discovery_Tour_001_900x600.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251014T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251014T113000 DTSTAMP:20250815T223642 CREATED:20241119T153053Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241207T183544Z UID:10008350-1760434200-1760441400@dogwoodcanyon.org SUMMARY:Traveling Trailside DESCRIPTION:Be sure to stop by our mobile trailside station while you’re out in the canyon! This station will feature a rotation of wildlife artifacts\, information about plants and animals in the park\, and the potential of up-close discoveries and wildlife spotting. Chat with our knowledgeable staff and learn something new about the natural wonders that call this place home! URL:https://dogwoodcanyon.org/event/traveling-trailside-9/2025-10-14/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dogwoodcanyon.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/20221025_1211332-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251014T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251014T140000 DTSTAMP:20250815T223642 CREATED:20241119T152116Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241207T183639Z UID:10008306-1760446800-1760450400@dogwoodcanyon.org SUMMARY:Critter Encounter DESCRIPTION:Stop by our Critter Encounters for an up-close meet and greet with a live animal as you learn a little about their biology and behavior. Possible critters include: snakes\, salamanders\, toads\, turtles\, arachnids\, and hissing cockroaches. URL:https://dogwoodcanyon.org/event/critter-encounter-11/2025-10-14/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dogwoodcanyon.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/20230109_131412-scaled-e1702573707819.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251015T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251015T113000 DTSTAMP:20250815T223642 CREATED:20241119T153053Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241207T183544Z UID:10008351-1760520600-1760527800@dogwoodcanyon.org SUMMARY:Traveling Trailside DESCRIPTION:Be sure to stop by our mobile trailside station while you’re out in the canyon! This station will feature a rotation of wildlife artifacts\, information about plants and animals in the park\, and the potential of up-close discoveries and wildlife spotting. Chat with our knowledgeable staff and learn something new about the natural wonders that call this place home! URL:https://dogwoodcanyon.org/event/traveling-trailside-9/2025-10-15/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dogwoodcanyon.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/20221025_1211332-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251015T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251015T123000 DTSTAMP:20250815T223642 CREATED:20250805T193736Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250805T194019Z UID:10008713-1760526000-1760531400@dogwoodcanyon.org SUMMARY:Foraging the Ozarks DESCRIPTION:Join wilderness survival instructor and naturalist Bo Brown\, author of Foraging the Ozarks and Foraging Central Grasslands\, at Dogwood Canyon Nature Park for a mosey around the canyon to learn about wildflowers\, edible and medicinal plants\, and a bit of local archaeology. Bring binoculars if you have them\, as there’s always a possibility to see beautiful songbirds and other Ozarks wildlife! \nThis walk is a slow mosey within 0.2-miles of the Nature Center. URL:https://dogwoodcanyon.org/event/foraging-the-ozarks/2025-10-15/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dogwoodcanyon.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/DC_DogwoodCAD17-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251015T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251015T140000 DTSTAMP:20250815T223642 CREATED:20241119T152116Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241207T183639Z UID:10008307-1760533200-1760536800@dogwoodcanyon.org SUMMARY:Critter Encounter DESCRIPTION:Stop by our Critter Encounters for an up-close meet and greet with a live animal as you learn a little about their biology and behavior. Possible critters include: snakes\, salamanders\, toads\, turtles\, arachnids\, and hissing cockroaches. URL:https://dogwoodcanyon.org/event/critter-encounter-11/2025-10-15/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dogwoodcanyon.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/20230109_131412-scaled-e1702573707819.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251015T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251015T153000 DTSTAMP:20250815T223642 CREATED:20250805T194757Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250805T195311Z UID:10008733-1760533200-1760542200@dogwoodcanyon.org SUMMARY:Stone-Age Survival Skills DESCRIPTION:There is a direct line of human technology\, from 2.3 million years ago when our earliest ancestors banged rocks to make cutting tools\, to the rapid advances in our modern world.  Join survival instructor and naturalist Bo Brown\, author of Foraging the Ozarks and Foraging Central Grasslands\, to explore the humble beginnings of the technologies that allowed our species to survive and thrive. URL:https://dogwoodcanyon.org/event/stone-age-survival-skills/2025-10-15/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dogwoodcanyon.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/shutterstock_555811084-scaled-e1747932397666.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251016T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251016T113000 DTSTAMP:20250815T223642 CREATED:20241119T153053Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241207T183544Z UID:10008352-1760607000-1760614200@dogwoodcanyon.org SUMMARY:Traveling Trailside DESCRIPTION:Be sure to stop by our mobile trailside station while you’re out in the canyon! This station will feature a rotation of wildlife artifacts\, information about plants and animals in the park\, and the potential of up-close discoveries and wildlife spotting. Chat with our knowledgeable staff and learn something new about the natural wonders that call this place home! URL:https://dogwoodcanyon.org/event/traveling-trailside-9/2025-10-16/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dogwoodcanyon.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/20221025_1211332-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251016T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251016T140000 DTSTAMP:20250815T223642 CREATED:20241119T152116Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241207T183639Z UID:10008308-1760619600-1760623200@dogwoodcanyon.org SUMMARY:Critter Encounter DESCRIPTION:Stop by our Critter Encounters for an up-close meet and greet with a live animal as you learn a little about their biology and behavior. Possible critters include: snakes\, salamanders\, toads\, turtles\, arachnids\, and hissing cockroaches. URL:https://dogwoodcanyon.org/event/critter-encounter-11/2025-10-16/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dogwoodcanyon.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/20230109_131412-scaled-e1702573707819.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251017T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251017T110000 DTSTAMP:20250815T223642 CREATED:20241119T152830Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241207T183733Z UID:10008336-1760695200-1760698800@dogwoodcanyon.org SUMMARY:Welcome Table DESCRIPTION:Upon arriving at the park\, be sure to stop by our Welcome Table to say hello! See fun table-top artifacts and get the nature center program schedule for the day. Our friendly education staff will be happy to answer questions about exploring the park\, observing wildlife\, and what to look for while out in the canyon. URL:https://dogwoodcanyon.org/event/welcome-table-7/2025-10-17/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dogwoodcanyon.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/DWC_FrontEntranceWide-cutout.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251017T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251017T133000 DTSTAMP:20250815T223642 CREATED:20241119T152553Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241207T183823Z UID:10008323-1760706000-1760707800@dogwoodcanyon.org SUMMARY:Amphitheater Talk DESCRIPTION:Stop by our scenic outdoor amphitheater for a fun and engaging program to get your Dogwood adventure started! Topics rotate through a variety of nature identification themes to equip you for your canyon experience!  This 20-30 minute program is included with park admission. URL:https://dogwoodcanyon.org/event/amphitheater-talk-3/2025-10-17/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dogwoodcanyon.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/pexels-hitchhike-3261020-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251017T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251017T160000 DTSTAMP:20250815T223642 CREATED:20241119T151442Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241207T183959Z UID:10008135-1760709600-1760716800@dogwoodcanyon.org SUMMARY:Discovery Station DESCRIPTION:Come check out our Discovery Stations at the Dogwood Nature and Conservation Center!  Our stations provide a casual yet engaging educational opportunity for families and children to learn about nature through hands-on crafts\, activities\, and tabletop displays. URL:https://dogwoodcanyon.org/event/discovery-station-9/2025-10-17/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dogwoodcanyon.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/DWC-Kids-Area.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251017T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251017T203000 DTSTAMP:20250815T223642 CREATED:20241111T141053Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241113T183131Z UID:10006996-1760720400-1760733000@dogwoodcanyon.org SUMMARY:Owl Prowl DESCRIPTION:Join us this autumn as we go on a prowl for owls in the Canyon!  The evening will begin with a live owl encounter followed by an owl pellet dissection. We will then start our outdoor adventure with hotdogs and s’mores over the fire before beginning the journey into the park to call and listen for real owls! The second half of this program is outdoors and will finish after dark.  Please dress for the weather and wear good\, sturdy walking shoes. \nReservations are recommended. Park admission is a separate and required ticket; however\, it is NOT required if arriving after 4:30pm. \nPersonal flashlights are allowed but they will not be used during the walking portion. Guides will provide lighting for this part of the event. \nPlease Note: This tour can be canceled at any time due to weather or low registration. In this case\, you will be notified using the contact information you provided upon purchase. URL:https://dogwoodcanyon.org/event/owl-prowl/ CATEGORIES:Education,Fall Fest,Featured,Seasonal ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dogwoodcanyon.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/shutterstock_220104277-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251018T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251018T113000 DTSTAMP:20250815T223642 CREATED:20241111T143007Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241111T143007Z UID:10007214-1760779800-1760787000@dogwoodcanyon.org SUMMARY:Canyon Discovery Tours DESCRIPTION:Discover the canyon like never before with this private educational guided tour! Experience the park’s unique ecosystems with your own personal park interpreter.  Throughout the tour\, we’ll stop and hop out of the vehicle for short observations and investigations to explore the wonders and curiosities the park has to offer. \nThis is a 2 to 2.5-hour excursion in an open-air vehicle that can hold up to 5 people. Dogs are NOT allowed. \nReservations are recommended. Park admission is a separate and required ticket. \nPlease Note: \nThis tour is done by Tracker. If guests are in wheelchairs and/or have limited mobility that may require special assistance\, contact our Reservations line at 417-348-3326. Please give at least 48 hours of advance notice. \nTo protect the wellbeing of our guests and guides\, Canyon Discovery Tours may be cancelled at any time due to extreme weather conditions. In this case\, you will be notified using the contact information you provided upon purchase. URL:https://dogwoodcanyon.org/event/canyon-discovery-tours/2025-10-18/ CATEGORIES:Education,Seasonal ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dogwoodcanyon.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/2023_Canyon-Discovery_Tour_001_900x600.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR