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Nature Center Ice Cream Social

Ice Cream Social at the Nature Center, August 16th, 10 AM-1 PM, 1968 East 8th St. Features a happy child and a turtle illustration.

Say goodbye to summer with a sweet treat at the Chico Creek Nature Center! Cool off with free Shubert’s Ice Cream while exploring the beauty of Bidwell Park and our engaging wildlife exhibits. This free, family-friendly event features something for everyone — bounce houses, crafts, face painting, nature walks, and more. Meet our animal ambassadors up close and learn fascinating facts from our knowledgeable naturalists. It’s the perfect way to spend a sunny day with friends, family, and nature.

🗓️ Saturday, August 16th
🕙 10 AM–1 PM
📍
Chico Creek Nature Center
💲 FREE!

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Families get a close-up look at a stick bug

Explore the Janeece Webb Living Animal Museum

Get to know the wild residents of the Nature Center! From Edgar the raven to chinchillas Oliver and Felix, Carlos the chuckwalla, and Flash the turtle, each animal has a unique story. As you explore the Janeece Webb Living Animal Museum, our naturalists will be on hand to share fun facts and answer your questions about these fascinating creatures and their habitats.

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Take a naturalist-led walk through the park

Family-Friendly Fun

Bring the whole crew for a morning of outdoor adventure and creativity! Activities include:

🐝 Live bees from the Honey Bee Discovery Center
📚 Books from the Butte Co. Mobile Library
🌿 Guided nature hikes
🎨 Nature-themed arts and crafts
🦋 Face painting
🎈 Bounce houses
✨ And so much more!

Whether you're exploring the trails or crafting a masterpiece, there's something for everyone to enjoy.

Two kids smiling, one in a yellow dress, the other holding ice cream, outdoors with people and trees in the background.
Kids enjoying their free scoop of Shubert's ice cream

Free Shubert’s Ice Cream!

Treat yourself to a local favorite! We're scooping up free Shubert’s Ice Cream to help you beat the heat and celebrate the season. Come grab a cone and chill with us before summer fades away.

 

Nature Center Ice Cream Social banner with sprinkles and a crow illustration.

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