Community Programs and Classes

The Ogden Nature Center offers community programs designed to connect people of all ages to the natural world. No matter what your interest, we have a class you will enjoy. We offer seasonal classes related to art, writing, and Utah's animals, plants, and habitats. Join us for bird walks, snowshoe outings and other outdoor adventures. 

Ogden Nature Center members enjoy discounts on all community programs. Become a member today!

APRIL

Fabulous FungiThursday, April 6th at 12pm. Click here to register by March 30th. 

Ages 8+

$5 ONC members, $8 non-members

Kick-off mushroom hunting season with a celebration of fungi. This workshop is about the wonderful world lurking beneath our feet and will include a mushroom craft. 

Cell Phone PhotographyThursday, April 27th at 10am. Click here to register by April 26th.

Ages 16+

$10 ONC members, $14 non-members

Join local events coordinator and artist Christina Miller for this fun session on tips and tricks to taking better photos with your cell phone. Then head out onto the trails as a group to practice what you’ve learned when the Nature Center is wearing its spring colors. All participants must have their own cell phones. 

"May Day" Flower Bouquets with Florist Robbin Daffin, Hope and EvolutionSunday, April 30th at 4 pm. Click here to register by April 26th. 

Ages 16+ 

ONC members $35 per bouquet  Non-members $40.

Surprise someone you love (or choose to love yourself) with a May Day flower bouquet.  Robbin Daffin will provide materials and teach a simple flower arranging class for the quintessential May Day Bouquet.  Materials will be American grown and ethically sourced, or sourced locally.  Meet in the Visitor Center.  This class will be held outside if weather permits.  Inside if too chilly.  We are holding this class on Sunday so your bouquet will be fresh for May Day! 

 

MAY

Building Fairy/Gnome HousesSaturday, May 13th at 12pm. Click here to register by May 6th. 

All ages welcome

$12 ONC members, $15 non-members

Listen to some of the many fairytales and myths about miniature creatures while decorating a tiny home for your garden. Craft supplies will be provided, but feel free to bring any additional materials. 

Guided Bird WalkFriday, May 26th at 8am. Click here to register by May 22nd. 

Ages 13+

$5 ONC members, $8 non-members

Join a naturalist for a guided bird walk around the nature center. Meet at the Visitor Center at 8 am, walk will begin at 8:15.