Discover the magic of nature with Urban Forest Explorers: Nature Play at APL!

Children can explore roots, mushrooms, rocks, fossils, and bugs through interactive, hands-on stations that inspire curiosity and learning.

This event is perfect for young nature enthusiasts to engage with the natural world in a playful and educational setting!

Are you a crafter? Do you wish you were a crafter? How does crafting while helping out the ecosystem in your community sound? Join Spicewood Springs Branch and other Crafty Adults as we create Bird Seed Balls at our monthly crafting program! We'll learn the basics, the ins and outs, and then we'll let loose!

Participants will not only learn about what bird seed and impact for the environment, we'll get a chance to take some home and share with the community. Learn with us!

We welcome all to come spend the day and learn about the local ecosystem, participate in eco-art, and enjoy the beautiful St. Edward's, two year-old Food Forest. We will discuss how to get the absolute most out of plants, ranging from edible and medicinal uses, pollination science, cultural uses, and biophilic use through art.

The best way to learn about plants is by getting your hands dirty, so following our guest speakers, attendees will have the opportunity to plant pollinator plants and native shrubs.

We will also have kids activities, such as making seed balls, painting, and more! Bring your friends and family, and enjoy nature, socializing, and refreshments on the Hilltop!

Rain Date: Sat. Nov. 2nd at 10am

Celebrate nature at our Windsor Park Branch during the Roots and Wings Festival with Urban Forest Explorers! There will be a booth at their Un-BEE-Lievable Pollinators Festival featuring interactive nature play where kids can discover the wonders of roots, mushrooms, rocks, fossils, and bugs. It’s a fun, hands-on experience that invites young adventurers to learn about the hidden treasures of the forest ecosystem!

Celebrate Over the Garden Wall at the Carver Library! We'll be doing crafts and activities centered around all the wonderful plants and critters in the show. Free mushroom blocks and seeds will be available while supplies last.

Dive into a day of discovery, fun, and eco-friendly excitement at Easton Park's Nature and Sustainability Fest! Connect with nature, meet local wildlife, and learn how you can make a positive impact on our planet. With hands-on activities, fascinating exhibits, and opportunities to meet passionate experts, there's something for everyone.

Don't miss this chance to be a part of our vibrant, green community!

Are you a crafter? Do you wish you were a crafter? How does crafting while helping out the ecosystem in your community sound? Join Spicewood Springs Branch and other Crafty Adults as we create Bird Seed Balls at our monthly crafting program! We'll learn the basics, the ins and outs, and then we'll let loose!

Participants will not only learn about what bird seed and impact for the environment, we'll get a chance to take some home and share with the community. Learn with us!

Healing with Horses Ranch and the City of Austin's Roots & Wings Festival proudly presents: the Hooves & Talons Trail Walk! Come for the treats, stay for the tweets! This event is a free, open to the community event to celebrate Halloween, Day of the Dead, & our beautiful urban ecosystem in a safe, fun environment. Attendees will be able to join us on our 47 acres of preserved land on the edge of the city, meet members of our therapy horse herd, participate in nature & wildlife themed activities, contribute to our pet ofrenda, join in a raffle, browse community vendors, and take home a plentiful bounty of treats & crafts!

At each station or booth along the trail walk, youth & their families will be able to pick up a sweet treat, participate in an activity, or browse local goods. This year, we are excited to provide additional activities for guests to enjoy, including a scavenger hunt, owl pellet dissecting, nature mask crafting, face painting & more! Our staff and volunteers will be in costume and we would love to see you in costume suitable for all ages too! This is a "BYOBasket" event for all those sweet treats you will pick up along the trail.

We strive to be an accessible event. For accessible parking please talk to a volunteer when you arrive. Please note that our property consists of manicured natural trails that are free of large debris and mowed. However, there are still some hills, uneven ground, and natural obstacles. Most individuals using motorized wheelchairs, all terrain walkers, crutches, and/or other mobility aids have been able to navigate the hills, uneven ground, and natural obstacles. Additionally, most strollers fare just fine on the trails. This event has minimal potential to have flashing lights, loud sounds, and/or other sensory elements that may be more intense for some.

Join the Neighbors of Dottie Jordan Park & Garden for the 3rd Annual Roots & Wings Festival celebrating pollinators and trees! Tour the community garden, find out where the birds live, and so much more:

• Tree Giveaway!

• Austin Public Library Bookmobile - Sign up for a library card and check out books!

• Austin Public Library Storytime w/ Mr. Gabriel & Ms. Aubrey

• Live music with Evertt Wren

• Tour the community garden Talk to local birders & find out what birds live in the park and where!

Celebrate nature at Dottie Jordan Park during the Roots and Wings Festival with Urban Forest Explorers! This event offers interactive nature play stations where kids can discover the wonders of roots, mushrooms, rocks, fossils, and bugs. It’s a fun, hands-on experience that invites young adventurers to learn about the hidden treasures of the forest ecosystem!