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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

  • 2025 OLLI Overnight Camp for Adults at ONSC's Main Campus
    2025 OLLI Overnight Camp for Adults at ONSC's Main Campus
    May 30, 2025, 10:00 AM โ€“ May 31, 2025, 1:00 PM
    Huntsville, 1905 Madison 1305, Huntsville, AR 72740, USA
    ๐ŸŒฟโœจ Ready for an adventure just for grown-ups? Join us at ONSC for an immersive adult field trip! Hike scenic trails, explore hands-on nature classes, enjoy campfire fun, and relax in cozy lodges. Come for the discovery, stay for the rejuvenation! ๐ŸŒฒ๐Ÿ”ฅ
  • ONSC @ Lake Fayetteville Storm Cleanup Workday
    ONSC @ Lake Fayetteville Storm Cleanup Workday
    May 31, 2025, 9:00 AM โ€“ 4:00 PM
    ONSC @ Lake Fayetteville, 599 E Lakeview Dr, Springdale, AR 72764, USA
    The recent storms wreaked havoc on our Lake Fayetteville campus and we need your help!
  • Summer Day Camp at ONSC Lake Fayetteville - June 2-5, 2025
    Summer Day Camp at ONSC Lake Fayetteville - June 2-5, 2025
    Jun 02, 2025, 7:30 AM โ€“ Jun 05, 2025, 6:00 PM
    ONSC @ Lake Fayetteville, 599 E Lakeview Dr, Springdale, AR 72764, USA
    Dive into an unforgettable summer of nature, science, and adventure with ONSC Day Camps at Lake Fayetteville! Each week has a different focus, but each week will be equally fun! Join us this summer! Open to Ages 7-14
  • June 2025 Ozark Exploration: Birding Around the Bends
    June 2025 Ozark Exploration: Birding Around the Bends
    Jun 07, 2025, 8:40 AM โ€“ 11:00 AM
    ONSC Main Campus, 1905 Madison 1305, Huntsville, AR 72740, USA
    The summer migrants have arrived, filling the trees with chirps, whistles, and songs! Bring your binoculars (or borrow ours) and join us for a birdwatching adventure along the Boti Trail!
  • 2025 Summer Fun with Fungi
    2025 Summer Fun with Fungi
    Jun 07, 2025, 10:00 AM โ€“ Jun 08, 2025, 5:00 PM
    Lake Fayetteville--Sat. & Kessler Mt.--Sun
    Calling all mushroom enthusiasts, nature lovers, & the fungi-curious!ย Ever wondered which mushrooms in Arkansas are delicious, which are dangerous, and how to tell the difference? Join ONSC and The Pack Rat Outdoor Centerย for an immersive mushroom workshopย led by Field Mycologist Jay Justice!
  • Summer Overnight Camp at ONSC Main Campus, June 9-12
    Summer Overnight Camp at ONSC Main Campus, June 9-12
    Jun 09, 2025, 7:30 AM โ€“ Jun 12, 2025, 6:00 PM
    ONSC Main Campus, 1905 Madison 1305, Huntsville, AR 72740, USA
    ๐ŸŒž Ready for a summer of adventure? Join us at ONSCโ€™s 4-Day, 3-Night Camp for ages 8-16! Explore nature by day and night, enjoy splashy water games, get creative with eco-art, and dive into hands-on science fun! ๐ŸŒฟโœจ
  • Summer Day Camp at ONSC Lake Fayetteville - June 9-12
    Summer Day Camp at ONSC Lake Fayetteville - June 9-12
    Jun 09, 2025, 7:30 AM โ€“ Jun 12, 2025, 6:00 PM
    ONSC @ Lake Fayetteville, 599 E Lakeview Dr, Springdale, AR 72764, USA
    Dive into an unforgettable summer of nature, science, and adventure with ONSC Day Camps at Lake Fayetteville! Each week has a different focus, but each week will be equally fun! Join us this summer! Open to Ages 7-14
  • Summer Day Camp at ONSC Lake Fayetteville - June 16-19
    Summer Day Camp at ONSC Lake Fayetteville - June 16-19
    Jun 16, 2025, 7:30 AM โ€“ Jun 19, 2025, 6:00 PM
    ONSC @ Lake Fayetteville, 599 E Lakeview Dr, Springdale, AR 72764, USA
    Dive into an unforgettable summer of nature, science, and adventure with ONSC Day Camps at Lake Fayetteville! Each week has a different focus, but each week will be equally fun! Join us this summer! Open to Ages 7-14
  • Summer Overnight Camp at ONSC Main Campus, June 16-19
    Summer Overnight Camp at ONSC Main Campus, June 16-19
    Jun 16, 2025, 7:30 AM โ€“ Jun 19, 2025, 6:00 PM
    ONSC Main Campus, 1905 Madison 1305, Huntsville, AR 72740, USA
    ๐ŸŒž Ready for a summer of adventure? Join us at ONSCโ€™s 4-Day, 3-Night Camp for ages 8-16! Explore nature by day and night, enjoy splashy water games, get creative with eco-art, and dive into hands-on science fun! ๐ŸŒฟโœจ
  • June 2025 Lake Fayetteville Exploration: Watershed Wanderings
    June 2025 Lake Fayetteville Exploration: Watershed Wanderings
    Jun 21, 2025, 8:40 AM โ€“ 11:00 AM
    ONSC @ Lake Fayetteville, 599 E Lakeview Dr, Springdale, AR 72764, USA
    June Theme: Watershed Wanderings Dive into the wonders of water on this guided hike to Lake Fayettevilleโ€™s small creek and ravines. Learn about urban watershed challenges, water quality, and discover creek critters with hands-on activities. A perfect adventure for families & nature lovers. ๐Ÿฅพ
  • Summer Day Camp at ONSC Lake Fayetteville - June 23-26
    Summer Day Camp at ONSC Lake Fayetteville - June 23-26
    Jun 23, 2025, 7:30 AM โ€“ Jun 26, 2025, 6:00 PM
    ONSC @ Lake Fayetteville, 599 E Lakeview Dr, Springdale, AR 72764, USA
    Dive into an unforgettable summer of nature, science, and adventure with ONSC Day Camps at Lake Fayetteville! Each week has a different focus, but each week will be equally fun! Join us this summer! Open to Ages 7-14
  • Summer Overnight Camp at ONSC Main Campus, June 23-26
    Summer Overnight Camp at ONSC Main Campus, June 23-26
    Jun 23, 2025, 7:30 AM โ€“ Jun 26, 2025, 6:00 PM
    ONSC Main Campus, 1905 Madison 1305, Huntsville, AR 72740, USA
    ๐ŸŒž Ready for a summer of adventure? Join us at ONSCโ€™s 4-Day, 3-Night Camp for ages 8-16! Explore nature by day and night, enjoy splashy water games, get creative with eco-art, and dive into hands-on science fun! ๐ŸŒฟโœจ
  • Summer Day Camp at ONSC Lake Fayetteville - June 30-July 3
    Summer Day Camp at ONSC Lake Fayetteville - June 30-July 3
    Jun 30, 2025, 7:30 AM โ€“ Jul 03, 2025, 6:00 PM
    ONSC @ Lake Fayetteville, 599 E Lakeview Dr, Springdale, AR 72764, USA
    Dive into an unforgettable summer of nature, science, and adventure with ONSC Day Camps at Lake Fayetteville! Each week has a different focus, but each week will be equally fun! Join us this summer! Open to Ages 7-14
  • July 2025 Ozark Exploration: Geology Gallivanting - Fossils, Rocks, & Natural Paints
    July 2025 Ozark Exploration: Geology Gallivanting - Fossils, Rocks, & Natural Paints
    Jul 05, 2025, 8:40 AM โ€“ 11:00 AM
    ONSC Main Campus, 1905 Madison 1305, Huntsville, AR 72740, USA
    The Ozarks have a rock-solid history, and weโ€™re here to dig into it! Hike to Bear Hollow Creek and explore the creek bed in search of fossils, learn about the ancient past of the land, and even make your own natural paint from the minerals around us! A hands-on adventure for all ages!
  • Summer Day Camp at ONSC Lake Fayetteville - July 7-10
    Summer Day Camp at ONSC Lake Fayetteville - July 7-10
    Jul 07, 2025, 7:30 AM โ€“ Jul 10, 2025, 6:00 PM
    ONSC @ Lake Fayetteville, 599 E Lakeview Dr, Springdale, AR 72764, USA
    Dive into an unforgettable summer of nature, science, and adventure with ONSC Day Camps at Lake Fayetteville! Each week has a different focus, but each week will be equally fun! Join us this summer! Open to Ages 7-14
  • 2-day, 1-night Fledgling Exploration Camp at ONSC
    2-day, 1-night Fledgling Exploration Camp at ONSC
    Jul 07, 2025, 7:30 AM โ€“ Jul 08, 2025, 6:00 PM
    ONSC - Main Campus, 1905 Madison 1305, Huntsville, AR 72740, USA
    ๐ŸŒŸ Calling all first-time campers! Fledgling Camp is the perfect intro to overnight adventures! Kids will explore nature on hikes, enjoy campfire fun, try hands-on science, play games, and make new friendsโ€”all in a safe, exciting environment. ๐ŸŒŒ๐Ÿ”ฅ๐ŸŒฟ
  • Save the Date: 2025 AEGIS Summer Camp Reunion
    Save the Date: 2025 AEGIS Summer Camp Reunion
    Jul 26, 2025, 6:00 PM โ€“ 9:30 PM
    Ozark Natural Science Center, 1905 Madison 1305, Huntsville, AR 72740, USA
    You are invited to a gathering of ONSC's current and former AEGIS summer campers, staff, instructors, and friends!
  • August 2025 Ozark Exploration: Accessible Trail Adventures - Nature for Everyone
    August 2025 Ozark Exploration: Accessible Trail Adventures - Nature for Everyone
    Aug 02, 2025, 8:40 AM โ€“ 11:00 AM
    ONSC Main Campus, 1905 Madison 1305, Huntsville, AR 72740, USA
    ๐Ÿฆ‹Join us on Tomโ€™s Trail for Everybody, a flat, easygoing path perfect for explorers of all ages and abilities! ๐ŸŒฟ From the Observation Deck to the Pond and Meadow, weโ€™ll slow down and take in the trees, birds, and wildflowers around us. ๐Ÿฆ
  • Summer Day Camp at ONSC Lake Fayetteville - August 4-7
    Summer Day Camp at ONSC Lake Fayetteville - August 4-7
    Aug 04, 2025, 7:30 AM โ€“ Aug 07, 2025, 6:00 PM
    ONSC @ Lake Fayetteville, 599 E Lakeview Dr, Springdale, AR 72764, USA
    Dive into an unforgettable summer of nature, science, and adventure with ONSC Day Camps at Lake Fayetteville! Each week has a different focus, but each week will be equally fun! Join us this summer! Open to Ages 7-14
  • August 2025 Lake Fayetteville Exploration: Accessible Trail Adventures
    August 2025 Lake Fayetteville Exploration: Accessible Trail Adventures
    Aug 16, 2025, 8:40 AM โ€“ 11:00 AM
    ONSC @ Lake Fayetteville, 599 E Lakeview Dr, Springdale, AR 72764, USA
    August Theme: Accessible Trail Adventures Explore the Razorback Greenway on this family-friendly hike through shaded pine forests and rolling terrain. Learn to identify trees, spot late-summer wildflowers, and watch for birds with binoculars! This accessible hike is ideal for all ages!

Ozark Natural Science Center is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit residential field science education center located in Northwest Arkansas

EIN # 71-0705259

CONTACT US

479-202-8340

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info@onsc.us

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