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D&D: The Dragon Conspiracy

For centuries, the Brotherhood of Dragons has maintained a truce. These ancient dragons have agreed to keep to their own territory, leave each other alone, and avoid fighting their brothers. When one of the dragons is found dead in mysterious circumstances, the rest of the Brotherhood blames each other and declares war. A bold group of adventurers must travel between the realms of dragons to uncover the truth and stop the powerful dragons from accidentally destroying the world. This is a higher-level campaign suited for players with some previous D&D experience

Ages: 11-16
Tue | 2/3 - 2/24 | 4:00 - 6:00 PM
Tue | 3/3 - 3/24 | 4:00 - 6:00 PM
Tue | 3/31 - 4/21 | 4:00 - 6:00 PM
Tue | 4/28-5/19 | 4:00-6:00 PM
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A massive, blue sea serpent with red accents emerges from turbulent ocean waters, surrounded by splashes and waves.

D&D: Voyage of the Sea Wyrm

Set sail for adventure aboard a magical submarine! Traveling in a fantastical underwater ship, a colorful cast of adventurers will explore the depths of the ocean, save underwater cities from sea monsters, and track down legendary cursed pirate ships. This is a mid-level campaign suited for players of all experience levels and beginners are welcome. Each month will feature a different self-contained storyline and can be enjoyed individually or as part of an ongoing campaign where returning players level up their characters and become participants in a larger story.

Ages: 11-16
Thu | 2/5 - 2/26 | 4:00 - 6:00 PM
Thu | 3/5 - 3/26 | 4:00 - 6:00 PM
Thu | 4/2 - 4/23 | 4:00 - 6:00 PM
Thu | 4/30 - 5/21 | 4:00 - 6:00 PM
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Intro to Sailing

Join the Butte Sailing Club for an introduction to sailing. The course covers boating safety, knots, rigging, and sailing theory. On the water skills such as boat handling, docking, sail trim, and capsize recovery will be taught on the Vagabond 14 sailboats. This class follows the guidelines set by US Sailing but does not offer a US Sailing certificate.

Ages: 14+
Thu | 5/7 - 5/28 | 5:00 - 8:00 PM
Thu | 6/4 - 6/25 | 5:00 - 8:00 PM
Thu | 7/2 - 7/23 | 5:00 - 8:00 PM
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A wooden sign at night, listing park information, open hours, and guidelines, with a starry sky in the background.

Monkey Face Saturday Night Excursions

Experience Upper Bidwell Park after dark! Each Saturday night excursion offers a guided adventure timed with the night sky - from moonlit hikes to meteor showers. We begin at nautical twilight, when the first stars appear and the world shifts into night. Learn about the park's geology, wildlife, and night sky from a certified naturalist's perspective.

Ages: 16+
Sat | 3/21 | 8:00 - 10:00 PM
Sat | 4/4 | 8:00 - 10:00 PM
Sat | 4/18 | 8:00 - 10:00 PM
Sat | 5/16 | 8:00 - 10:00 PM
Sat | 5/30 | 8:00 - 10:00 PM
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A vibrant field filled with purple and yellow wildflowers under a clear blue sky, surrounded by grassy hills and cliffs.

Upper Bidwell Canyon Trek - Spring Waters & Wildflowers

Embark on a guided 4-hour trek to Bear Hole - one of Upper Bidwell Park's most iconic and scenic destinations. Along the way, we'll explore the volcanic origins, erosional forces, and riparian habitats that shape this dramatic canyon landscape. Learn to recognize native plants and their ecological relationships within the park's diverse habitats, from oak woodland to rocky stream corridors. This immersive hike blends natural history, geology, and field-based observation to deepen your understanding of Upper Bidwell's living landscape.

Ages: 14+
Sat | 3/14 | 8:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Sat | 3/21 | 8:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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