| 01 Intro to Fishing (3-16Y)
Intro to Fishing (3-16Y)2023-10-01T16:15:00Have you wanted to learn to fish? We supply the equipment and bait!
Shelly D. Lanners Administrative Offices1164 Matlock Rd.MansfieldTX76063 |
02 Magnificent Monday Midday Mile
Magnificent Monday Midday Mile2023-10-02T12:00:00Meet at Rose Park every Monday in October and walk a mile with friends, neighbors, and new faces!
Katherine Rose Memorial Park303 N. Walnut Creek Dr.MansfieldTX76063 Home School Archery Alliance Level 1 (5-18Y) - Oct
Home School Archery Alliance Level 1 (5-18Y) - Oct2023-10-02T13:00:00Become a skilled archer with this series of classes designed for beginners to develop good techniques. Archery teaches respect for nature & builds confidence through practice. Learn new concepts of shooting that build upon each other each week.
Shelly D. Lanners Administrative Offices1164 Matlock Rd.MansfieldTX76063 Home School Archery Alliance Level 2 (5-18Y) - Oct
Home School Archery Alliance Level 2 (5-18Y) - Oct2023-10-02T14:15:00Continue to sharpen your archery skills in this next level as repetition & form are focused on, while enjoying more advanced shooting games & activities.
Shelly D. Lanners Administrative Offices1164 Matlock Rd.MansfieldTX76063 |
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05 Senior Trips - State Fair of Texas (55Y+)
Senior Trips - State Fair of Texas (55Y+)2023-10-05T09:30:00We are going to the State Fair of Texas! Program fee includes transportation. Lunch is on your own. State Fair admission tickets are purchased on the grounds.
Mansfield Activities Center106 S. Wisteria St.MansfieldTX76063 |
06 Home School Fishing Club (5-16Y) - Oct
Home School Fishing Club (5-16Y) - Oct2023-10-06T13:00:00Have you wanted to learn to fish? We supply the equipment and bait! This class is geared towards home-schooled anglers.
All anglers over 16 years of age must have a valid Texas fishing license to fish in Mansfield Parks. Pre-registration required.
Elmer W. Oliver Nature Park1650 Matlock RoadMansfieldTX76063 |
07 Barks & Rec Hiking Class (14Y+)
Barks & Rec Hiking Class (14Y+)2023-10-07T09:00:00The pups are back, and ready for a new challenge! Our popular Barks & Rec program, which pairs participants with shelter dogs, is returning for fall and heading to the trails. Sign up to take a hike through Elmer W. Oliver Nature Park and bring a dog from Mansfield's Animal Care and Control shelter along to check out the woods and fields alongside you!
Elmer W. Oliver Nature Park1650 Matlock RoadMansfieldTX76063 Watercolor Workshop (13Y+) - Books
Watercolor Workshop (13Y+) - Books2023-10-07T09:30:00Do you have a desire to embrace your inner artist? If so, then you will enjoy this hands-on watercolor workshop.
Mansfield Activities Center106 S. Wisteria St.MansfieldTX76063 Intro to Preschool Fishing (2-5Y)
Intro to Preschool Fishing (2-5Y)2023-10-07T10:00:00Join us to learn some fishing basics! Participants will feed fish and attempt to catch fish with tools for young fishers.
Shelly D. Lanners Administrative Offices1164 Matlock Rd.MansfieldTX76063 Spooky Chemistry (5-14Y)
Spooky Chemistry (5-14Y)2023-10-07T14:00:00Autumn is the creepy, crawly season for mad scientists! Investigate the sticky, glowing chemistry of autumn through hands-on experiments.
Elmer W. Oliver Nature Park1650 Matlock RoadMansfieldTX76063 Hike with a Naturalist (All Ages) - Spider Sniffing
Hike with a Naturalist (All Ages) - Spider Sniffing2023-10-07T19:00:00While hunting for our eight legged web building friends we’ll be looking at the different ways they build webs (and in some cases don’t) in order to catch their food. This night hike is a perfect way to make crawlers less creepy.
Elmer W. Oliver Nature Park1650 Matlock RoadMansfieldTX76063 |
| 08 Kayaking 101 (7Y+)
Kayaking 101 (7Y+)2023-10-08T10:00:00Take a break from the hiking trails & get on the water! Explore our local lakes with dual-seated kayaks. Enjoy a scenic paddle looking for wildlife & plants with a naturalist. Instruction given on safety, proper techniques & an eco-friendly approach to paddle sports.
Bowman Springs Park 7003 W Poly Webb RdArlingtonTX76016 |
09 Magnificent Monday Midday Mile
Magnificent Monday Midday Mile2023-10-09T12:00:00Meet at Rose Park every Monday in October and walk a mile with friends, neighbors, and new faces!
Katherine Rose Memorial Park303 N. Walnut Creek Dr.MansfieldTX76063 Intro to Fishing (3-16Y)
Intro to Fishing (3-16Y)2023-10-09T17:00:00Have you wanted to learn to fish? We supply the equipment and bait!
Shelly D. Lanners Administrative Offices1164 Matlock Rd.MansfieldTX76063 |
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12 Home School Spooky Chemistry (5-14Y)
Home School Spooky Chemistry (5-14Y)2023-10-12T13:00:00Autumn is the creepy, crawly season for mad scientists! Investigate the sticky, glowing chemistry of autumn through hands-on experiments.
Elmer W. Oliver Nature Park1650 Matlock RoadMansfieldTX76063 |
13 Home School Arts & Crafts - Macrame Plant Hanger (5Y+)
Home School Arts & Crafts - Macrame Plant Hanger (5Y+)2023-10-13T10:00:00Try your hand at macrame! Learn a simple macrame technique and create your own hanging planter. Participants will take home their hanger as well as a potted plant.
Elmer W. Oliver Nature Park1650 Matlock RoadMansfieldTX76063 Intro to Archery (5Y+)
Intro to Archery (5Y+)2023-10-13T17:00:00Take aim at a new hobby! Not sure if archery is for you? Briefly learn the basics regarding archery through this introductory level class. Participants will learn about the equipment and range safety followed by proper shooting technique.
Shelly D. Lanners Administrative Offices1164 Matlock Rd.MansfieldTX76063 |
14 Kayaking 101 (7Y+)
Kayaking 101 (7Y+)2023-10-14T08:00:00Take a break from the hiking trails & get on the water! Explore our local lakes with dual-seated kayaks. Enjoy a scenic paddle looking for wildlife & plants with a naturalist. Instruction given on safety, proper techniques & an eco-friendly approach to paddle sports.
Bowman Springs Park 7003 W Poly Webb RdArlingtonTX76016 Intro to Archery (12Y+)
Intro to Archery (12Y+)2023-10-14T16:00:00Take aim at a new hobby! Not sure if archery is for you? Briefly learn the basics regarding archery through this introductory level class. Participants will learn about the equipment and range safety followed by proper shooting technique.
Shelly D. Lanners Administrative Offices1164 Matlock Rd.MansfieldTX76063 Kids Zone After Dark (6-12Y)
Kids Zone After Dark (6-12Y)2023-10-14T17:00:00Parents, enjoy a Saturday night out while the kids have a ball! Kids Zone After Dark includes a movie, dinner, open gym, games and more with trained supervision you can trust.
Mansfield Activities Center106 S. Wisteria St.MansfieldTX76063 Fall Family Fun Night (All Ages)
Fall Family Fun Night (All Ages)2023-10-14T18:00:00Oliver Nature Park is the place to be for an evening of fall fun! Paint pumpkins, learn about nocturnal animals and go on a short night hike. Guests will also learn about nocturnal animals, how to help injured wildlife, and meet a nocturnal Wildlife Ambassador with licensed Texas Metro Wildlife Rehabilitators volunteers.
Elmer W. Oliver Nature Park1650 Matlock RoadMansfieldTX76063 |
| 15 Carnivorous Plants (5Y+)
Carnivorous Plants (5Y+)2023-10-15T13:00:00Learn the basics surrounding carnivorous plants. We will interact with different carnivorous plants and discuss their importance in our environment!
Elmer W. Oliver Nature Park1650 Matlock RoadMansfieldTX76063 Girl Scouts - Fishing Fun (5Y+)
Girl Scouts - Fishing Fun (5Y+)2023-10-15T16:30:00Ready to reel in the big fish? We supply the equipment and bait! Oliver Nature Park Patch included in fee. Adults may sign up to fish with a valid Texas Parks and Wildlife fishing license for everyone 17 years of age. Pre-registration required.
Shelly D. Lanners Administrative Offices1164 Matlock Rd.MansfieldTX76063 |
16 Magnificent Monday Midday Mile
Magnificent Monday Midday Mile2023-10-16T12:00:00Meet at Rose Park every Monday in October and walk a mile with friends, neighbors, and new faces!
Katherine Rose Memorial Park303 N. Walnut Creek Dr.MansfieldTX76063 |
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19 Home School Arts & Crafts - Rock Painting (5Y+)
Home School Arts & Crafts - Rock Painting (5Y+)2023-10-19T13:00:00Get crafty with nature! Painting rock faces is a fun way to use your imagination. Each kit includes 9 rocks, acrylic paint, paintbrushes and a large tree cookie.
Elmer W. Oliver Nature Park1650 Matlock RoadMansfieldTX76063 |
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21 Barks & Rec Hiking Class (14Y+)
Barks & Rec Hiking Class (14Y+)2023-10-21T09:00:00The pups are back, and ready for a new challenge! Our popular Barks & Rec program, which pairs participants with shelter dogs, is returning for fall and heading to the trails. Sign up to take a hike through Elmer W. Oliver Nature Park and bring a dog from Mansfield's Animal Care and Control shelter along to check out the woods and fields alongside you!
Elmer W. Oliver Nature Park1650 Matlock RoadMansfieldTX76063 Nature Walk
Nature Walk2023-10-21T11:00:00Walk the linear trail with our trained naturalists and learn more about the native plants and wildlife.
James McKnight Park East700 U.S. Highway 287 NorthMansfieldTX76063 Hike with a Naturalist (All Ages) -Spooky Night Hike
Hike with a Naturalist (All Ages) -Spooky Night Hike2023-10-21T19:00:00Some wildlife in Mansfield is only active at night. Join a naturalist for a 'spooky' hike as we try to identify the sights and sounds of natural night life. No need for a flashlight as you learn about the bats, spiders, and more spooky animals that call our forest home. Brig the whole family for a night-time of fun.
Elmer W. Oliver Nature Park1650 Matlock RoadMansfieldTX76063 |
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23 Magnificent Monday Midday Mile
Magnificent Monday Midday Mile2023-10-23T12:00:00Meet at Rose Park every Monday in October and walk a mile with friends, neighbors, and new faces!
Katherine Rose Memorial Park303 N. Walnut Creek Dr.MansfieldTX76063 |
24 Preschool Picassos (1-5Y) - Pumpkins & Bats
Preschool Picassos (1-5Y) - Pumpkins & Bats2023-10-24T10:00:00Make a memory with your toddler as you create a themed painting together.
Elmer W. Oliver Nature Park1650 Matlock RoadMansfieldTX76063 |
25 Senior Trips - Autumn at the Arboretum (55Y+)
Senior Trips - Autumn at the Arboretum (55Y+)2023-10-25T09:30:00Autumn at the Arboretum offers a whimsical display of over 100,000 pumpkins, gourds and squash. This year's theme 'A Fall Fairy Tale' features thee return of Cinderella's Carriage, along with themed pumpkin houses that make up the acclaimed Pumkpin Village.
Mansfield Activities Center106 S. Wisteria St.MansfieldTX76063 |
26 Home School Wild About Wildlife (5Y+) - Amphibians
Home School Wild About Wildlife (5Y+) - Amphibians2023-10-26T13:00:00Learn about native Texas species through playing games and hands-on exploration stations! Enjoy a nature hike, meeting live animals, and making a craft.
Elmer W. Oliver Nature Park1650 Matlock RoadMansfieldTX76063 SUPER Kids Boo Bash
SUPER Kids Boo Bash2023-10-26T18:00:00Halloween is here for everyone! Our SUPER Kids program provides activities and events for children with special needs and their families.
Mansfield Activities Center106 S. Wisteria St.MansfieldTX76063 |
27 Boo Bash
Boo Bash2023-10-27T18:00:00Here is a great alternative to going door-to-door. Bring the family to the MAC for a night of trunk-or-treating and Halloween candy!
Mansfield Activities Center106 S. Wisteria St.MansfieldTX76063 |
28 Barks & Rec Hiking Class (14Y+)
Barks & Rec Hiking Class (14Y+)2023-10-28T09:00:00The pups are back, and ready for a new challenge! Our popular Barks & Rec program, which pairs participants with shelter dogs, is returning for fall and heading to the trails. Sign up to take a hike through Elmer W. Oliver Nature Park and bring a dog from Mansfield's Animal Care and Control shelter along to check out the woods and fields alongside you!
Elmer W. Oliver Nature Park1650 Matlock RoadMansfieldTX76063 Pumpkins & Bats (1-5Y)
Pumpkins & Bats (1-5Y)2023-10-28T10:30:00Preschool students will learn all about bats and pumpkins. We will read a story, explore hands-on activity stations, and decorate mini pumpkins.
Elmer W. Oliver Nature Park1650 Matlock RoadMansfieldTX76063 Hike with a Naturalist (All Ages) - Creepy Crawly
Hike with a Naturalist (All Ages) - Creepy Crawly2023-10-28T13:00:00Join a naturalist for a hike all about spiders, worms, snails, and bats. Take an up-close look at specimens, go spider sniffing, and listen for bats with a bat meter.
Elmer W. Oliver Nature Park1650 Matlock RoadMansfieldTX76063 Trail-o-ween
Trail-o-ween2023-10-28T18:00:00Peek-a-boo, treats for you! We'll have crafts, photo ops and a fun (not-so-spooky) night walk along the small loop at McKnight Park East. Bring your little monsters and perfect pumpkins for a fun, family-friendly walk.
James McKnight Park East700 U.S. Highway 287 NorthMansfieldTX76063 |
| 29 Girl Scout - Paddling Badge (7Y+)
Girl Scout - Paddling Badge (7Y+)2023-10-29T14:00:00Paddling takes a mix of knowledge and skills, and a dash of daring. It also delivers one of the most unforgettable experiences you'll ever have on water. Join us for a two hour kayaking trip while earning your badge on doul-seated kayaks.
Kayak Launch at Britton Park 829 E. Seeton Rd.MansfieldTX76063 Kayaking 101 (7Y+)
Kayaking 101 (7Y+)2023-10-29T14:00:00Take a break from the hiking trails & get on the water! Explore our local lakes with dual-seated kayaks. Enjoy a scenic paddle looking for wildlife & plants with a naturalist. Instruction given on safety, proper techniques & an eco-friendly approach to paddle sports.
Bowman Springs Park 7003 W Poly Webb RdArlingtonTX76016 |
30 Magnificent Monday Midday Mile
Magnificent Monday Midday Mile2023-10-30T12:00:00Meet at Rose Park every Monday in October and walk a mile with friends, neighbors, and new faces!
Katherine Rose Memorial Park303 N. Walnut Creek Dr.MansfieldTX76063 |
31 Pumpkins & Bats (1-5Y)
Pumpkins & Bats (1-5Y)2023-10-31T10:00:00Preschool students will learn all about bats and pumpkins. We will read a story, explore hands-on activity stations, and decorate mini pumpkins.
Elmer W. Oliver Nature Park1650 Matlock RoadMansfieldTX76063 |
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