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EVENTS
We can't wait to see you at an ONSC program or event. Please note that some events are hosted on ONSC's main campus, and others are located at ONSC @ Lake Fayetteville
Nov 15, 2025, 8:40 AM – 11:00 AMONSC @ Lake Fayetteville, 599 E Lakeview Dr, Springdale, AR 72764, USANovember Theme: Nest & Nook Hunting 🍂🪹With leaves falling, nature’s secrets are easier to spot! Search for nests, animal homes, and wildlife signs like deer rubbings, beaver chews, and twig girdled sticks. This 1-mile hike is perfect for curious explorers of all ages.
Nov 22, 2025, 7:30 AM – Nov 25, 2025, 6:00 PMONSC @ Lake Fayetteville, 599 E Lakeview Dr, Springdale, AR 72764, USA🌟 Spend your fall break exploring nature, making friends, and discovering new skills with four days of exciting day-camp activities! Join us for Fall Break Day Camp from Nov 22-25, 2025.
Nov 22, 2025, 9:30 AM – Nov 25, 2025, 6:30 PMONSC - Main Campus, 1905 Madison 1305, Huntsville, AR 72740, USA🌙 Explore the secrets of the night! This 4-day, 3-night overnight camp is all about nocturnal wildlife, astronomy, and nighttime adventures under the stars. ✨
Dec 06, 2025, 8:40 AM – 11:00 AMONSC Main Campus, 1905 Madison 1305, Huntsville, AR 72740, USAWinter transforms the forest into a quiet wonderland, but there’s still plenty of life to discover! ❄️ Learn to identify trees without their leaves, spot tracks and scat from animals preparing for the cold, and explore the unique beauty of winter in the Ozarks.
Dec 06, 2025, 12:30 PM – 5:00 PMONSC Mount Kessler, 1725 Smoke House Trail, Fayetteville, AR 72701, USA🌍Join geologists Chris Moyer & Mac McGilvery for a guided hike of the Rock City and Fayetteville Traverse trails at Kessler Mountain! 🏞️ Discover Fayetteville’s ancient geologic history, stunning outcrops, and local wildlife. 🌿 Don’t miss this exclusive adventure! 🌟
Dec 12, 2025, 4:00 PM – Dec 14, 2025, 2:00 PMOzark Natural Science Center, 1905 Madison 1305, Huntsville, AR 72740, USATake time to slow down, reconnect, and nourish your mind, body, and spirit through food and community in nature.
Dec 13, 2025, 9:00 AM – 3:30 PMONSC @ Lake Fayetteville, 599 E Lakeview Dr, Springdale, AR 72764, USADiscover how forests and water shape our world — and learn ready-to-use, hands-on activities for your students! Earn 6 hours of ADE-approved PD in a fun, immersive workshop at Lake Fayetteville.
Dec 20, 2025, 8:40 AM – 11:00 AMONSC @ Lake Fayetteville, 599 E Lakeview Dr, Springdale, AR 72764, USADecember Theme: Winter Solstice Wonderland ❄️Celebrate the shortest day of the year with a winter wonderland hike! Learn to identify trees in winter, spot animal tracks and scat, and explore the magic of winter weather.
Jan 01, 2026, 9:30 AM – Jan 04, 2026, 6:30 PMONSC @ Lake Fayetteville, 599 E Lakeview Dr, Springdale, AR 72764, USA❄️ Start the new year with 4 days of outdoor exploration, science activities, and winter fun at ONSC’s Lake Fayetteville Day Camp!
Jan 01, 2026, 9:30 AM – Jan 04, 2026, 6:00 PMONSC - Main Campus, 1905 Madison 1305, Huntsville, AR 72740, USA❄️ Ring in the new year with a 4-day overnight camp packed with winter nature fun and memorable adventures to kick off 2026! Join us for ONSC's New Year's Overnight Camp from Jan 1-4, 2026.
Jan 31, 2026, 1:30 PM – 5:00 PMKessler Mountain Nature Center & Outdoor, 1725 Smoke House Trail, Fayetteville, AR 72701, USA🌍Join geologists Chris Moyer & Mac McGilvery for a guided hike of the Rock City and Fayetteville Traverse trails at Kessler Mountain! 🏞️ Discover Fayetteville’s ancient geologic history, stunning outcrops, and local wildlife. 🌿 Don’t miss this exclusive adventure! 🌟
Feb 06, 2026, 4:30 PM – Feb 08, 2026, 1:30 PMOzark Natural Science Center, 1905 Madison 1305, Huntsville, AR 72740, USA❄️ Treat yourself this season! Join ONSC's Winter Wellness Weekend for restoration, rejuvenation, and connection. 🌿 Enjoy yoga, meditation, forest bathing, mindfulness, and more—all in the peaceful beauty of our secluded campus. ✨
Feb 20, 2026, 4:00 PM – Feb 22, 2026, 1:00 PMOzark Natural Science Center, 1905 Madison 1305, Huntsville, AR 72740, USA"Cryptogam" means “hidden seed,” covering Protista, Plantae, and Fungi! 🌱 Join guest expert Kerri McCabe to explore cryptogams using stereoscopes and microscopes. 🔬
Date and time is TBDLocation is TBDDo you want to volunteer for ONSC on a unique project? Help us improve our gift shop!
Date and time is TBDLocation is TBDDo you want to volunteer for ONSC on a special ONSC Alumni Project? ONSC has provided amazing educational experiences for students, campers, and adults (including staff) for over 30 years now--that makes for so many alumni! We need help compiling (and updating) alumni contact information.
Date and time is TBDLocation is TBDDo you want to volunteer for ONSC on a very special ONSC History Project? We have been gathering photos, interviews, and more about ONSC's history, and we could use help with organizing, transcribing, and even further collecting of information.
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