MK Nature Center Events

600 S. Walnut St, Boise (adjacent to Municipal Park) - (208) 334-2225

Let's Talk Turkey Saturday, November 21, 2009 — 2 p.m.
Come to the MK Nature Center and learn about the turkey life cycle, turkey species that we have in Idaho and hear turkey calls. An educational session followed by a chance to "try on" turkey adaptations and a walk up craft to take home will be available. Don't forget your camera for fall outdoor photos opportunities. If you would like more information regarding this event contact Cass Meissner at 208-287-2901 or by email. Date: Saturday, November 21, 2009 Time: 2 p.m. Cost: Free, donations accepted

Let's Talk Turkey
Saturday, November 21, 2009 — 2 p.m.

Come to the MK Nature Center and learn about the turkey life cycle, turkey species that we have in Idaho and hear turkey calls. An educational session followed by a chance to "try on" turkey adaptations and a walk up craft to take home will be available.

Don't forget your camera for fall outdoor photos opportunities.

If you would like more information regarding this event contact Cass Meissner at 208-287-2901 or by email.

Date: Saturday, November 21, 2009
Time: 2 p.m.
Cost: Free, donations accepted

Bird Seed Sale Saturday, December 5, 2009 — 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
The Morrison Knudsen Nature Center will host its third annual bird seed sale from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, December 5. Assorted types of locally-preferred bird seed will be available in small to large bags. Bird and related gift items, books and pocket bird guides also will be available in festive holiday packaging. Nature Center staff will be available to help with seed selection and for education. In keeping with the Idaho Department of Agriculture's efforts to stop the spread of noxious weeds, this year's sale features safe, noxious weed-free seed. All of the products sold at this year's sale have been carefully selected to minimize the potential for spreading unwanted weeds. Proceeds from the event will help fund educational programs at the MK Nature Center. If you would like more information regarding this event contact Cass Meissner at 208-287-2901 or by email. Date: Saturday, December 5 Time: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Cost: Varies by selection

Bird Seed Sale
Saturday, December 5, 2009 — 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

The Morrison Knudsen Nature Center will host its third annual bird seed sale from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, December 5.

Assorted types of locally-preferred bird seed will be available in small to large bags. Bird and related gift items, books and pocket bird guides also will be available in festive holiday packaging. Nature Center staff will be available to help with seed selection and for education. In keeping with the Idaho Department of Agriculture's efforts to stop the spread of noxious weeds, this year's sale features safe, noxious weed-free seed. All of the products sold at this year's sale have been carefully selected to minimize the potential for spreading unwanted weeds.

Proceeds from the event will help fund educational programs at the MK Nature Center.

If you would like more information regarding this event contact Cass Meissner at 208-287-2901 or by email.

Date: Saturday, December 5
Time: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Cost: Varies by selection

Northwest Native Conifers Saturday, December 19, 2009 — 2 p.m.
Join us for a fun, educational program all about the conifers of Idaho and the northwest. Enjoy an afternoon session learning how to identify various conifers and learn about the critters that depend on these grand trees for important habitat. Bundle up for an outside walk around the MK Nature Center, as well as a drop in activity kids can take home. If you would like more information regarding this event contact Cass Meissner at 208-287-2901 or by email. Date: Saturday, December 19, 2009 Time: 2 p.m. Cost: Free, donations accepted

Northwest Native Conifers
Saturday, December 19, 2009 — 2 p.m.

Join us for a fun, educational program all about the conifers of Idaho and the northwest. Enjoy an afternoon session learning how to identify various conifers and learn about the critters that depend on these grand trees for important habitat. Bundle up for an outside walk around the MK Nature Center, as well as a drop in activity kids can take home.

If you would like more information regarding this event contact Cass Meissner at 208-287-2901 or by email.

Date: Saturday, December 19, 2009
Time: 2 p.m.
Cost: Free, donations accepted