Dogwood Canyon: Mammal Mysteries
Calling all mystery solvers and knowledge seekers to Mammal Mysteries Academy! We are seeking our next group of Agents in Training to delve into the mysteries of our native mammals, explaining the “what”, “why”, and “how” of mammal behavior. Then you will use your skills to help us solve cases around Dogwood Canyon Nature Park!…
WOWcraft
Dig deep in search of the real-life animals that roam your favorite blocky worlds, as you CRAFT a week of fun. Together we’ll build enough crafts to fill a mine cart and dig up the secrets of video game icons like pigs, dragons, and even axolotls! Put on your finest armor and make sure you…
Rainforest Explorers
Come explore with us this week as we learn about the many different animals that creep and crawl through one of earth's most exciting spaces! Learns about predators and prey from down in the dirt all the way up into the treetops, and take a trip through the Wonders of Wildlife rainforest, where we will…
SEArenity Yoga
We invite you to join us in our open ocean exhibit for a unique yoga experience. Join our certified yoga instructor as she leads you through an hour of relaxation…
Dogwood Canyon: Future Leaders in Conservation
Discover the world of conservation work and learn to protect our planet from home and as a future career. Campers will explore the park on a variety of field activities including wildlife and habitat surveys like stream monitoring, bird song ID, and phenology. We’ll meet with professionals from other departments around the park and participate…
JAWS Anniversary Night
The Gillioz Theatre 325 Park Central East, Springfield, MissouriJump into Shark Week early with JAWS at the Gillioz! We've teamed up to showcase the summer blockbuster on the big screen. Arrive early to dive deep into the mysteries…
Shark & Ray Awareness Day
Join us on Monday, July 14th, for Shark & Ray Awareness Day! Celebrate with us as we recognize the importance of sharks and rays to our oceans' health, and learn…
Polar Pals
What do penguins, polar bears, and seals all have in common? They live in Polar Regions! Explore the poles by trekking through the wildlife galleries to see some of these…
Community Pond Dive Show
Every Tuesday and Thursday at 12:30 PM, stop by our Community Pond exhibit to see our professional divers plunge into our two-story freshwater aquarium and care for the fish and…
Shark Feeding | Out to Sea
Out to SeaEvery Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday at 1:00 PM, stop by our Out to Sea exhibit to watch our team feed the sharks at Wonders of Wildlife. This experience is complimentary to…
SEArenity Yoga
We invite you to join us in our open ocean exhibit for a unique yoga experience. Join our certified yoga instructor as she leads you through an hour of relaxation…
Sharkcuterie
We’re teaming up with The Board for a night of food and fun! This event is the perfect opportunity for a date night, girls night out, or just to enjoy…