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Chico Creek Nature Center

 As the official Visitor Center of Bidwell Park, the Nature Center is a hub for fun, education, and wonder — all inspired by the outdoors!

Flyer for "Snake Saturday" event on March 23rd, 11 AM-1 PM at Chico Creek Nature Center.

Don't miss Snake Saturday!

Join us for a slithery adventure at Chico Creek Nature Center on Saturday, March 23rd, from 11 AM–1 PM! Dive into the fascinating world of snakes, aimed at demystifying these often misunderstood creatures and showcasing their vital role in our ecosystem.

📍 Location: Chico Creek Nature Center 
📅 Date: Saturday, March 23rd 
⏰ Time: 11 AM–1 PM 

One day only FREE admission to the Janeece Webb Living Animal Museum!

Discover the biology of snakes and learn about the diverse species found in California through live specimens, snake skeletons, and more. Our partners Save the Snakes will give a talk  about ethical herping (the searching for wild amphibians and reptiles out in nature), snake/human conflict mitigation, and more. Don't miss a great day of learning about snakes! Ssssee you there!

Contact Information

Location: 1968 E. 8th Street, Chico, CA 95928 
Phone: 530-891-4671

Seasonal Hours

The Janeece Webb Living Animal Museum and Nature Play Room | Friday & Monday, 10am-1pm, Saturday & Sunday, 10am-3pm

  • Admission is $3.00 for children, $4.00 for seniors and $5.00 for adults

Kristie's Nature Lab and Howard S. Tucker Exhibit Hall | For programs and by reservation

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Nature School

Nature School is a first learning experience for kids ages 3-5, who are potty trained and ready for an experience away from their family. This program has zero screen time and is predominantly held outdoors. Nature kids get to visit live animals at the Nature Center, go on nature walks daily and practice nature identification along the way. We provide fun themes every two weeks and work on social emotional and school readiness skills. All units include play-based learning, healthy body movement like yoga and dancing, themed stories, songs, art projects, sensory exploration and sign language. We PLAY, we teach KINDNESS, and we truly nurture a love of NATURE!

Option 1
Ages: 3-5
M/W | Sep-May | 9:00 AM-1:00 PM
Option 2
Ages: 3-5
T/Th | Sep-May | 9:00 AM-1:00 PM

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