When it comes to native plants, you don’t have to wait for spring to start preparing for spring planting. People who want to get native plants established around their home should start planning in the fall. Fall is not only a good time to plant native plants, but it's also ideal for starting new garden […]
On Saturday, October 12, take advantage of a one-stop recycling and donation event at the Overland Park Recycling Extravaganza. The recycling collection is open to everyone, including non-residents, and will accept many items that are more difficult to recycle. The event also works with community partners to donate reusable items. It will be held from […]
Explore diverse local home gardens that are providing habitat for birds, bees, and butterflies with Deep Roots’ Habitat Garden Tours. During the growing season, the organization is hosting Second Saturday Tours each featuring three residential gardens that highlight native plants with blooms throughout the year. Find inspiration and ideas to start your own garden and […]
Join the free festival along the Blue River with guided hikes, kayaking, river-side yoga, nature art, wild edible walks, and more in a celebration of Kansas City's largest watershed. Hosted by Heartland Conservation Alliance, Blue River Discovery Days will be held Saturday, October 12 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Minor Park in Kansas […]
Walk, ride or run a different trail the first four Sundays in October with KC Parks and Recreation. The month of October is ideal for exercising outside ~ the temperatures are cool and the colors are spectacular. Walktober makes the most of this great season by inviting participants on a tour of autumn’s most vibrant landscapes […]
Immerse yourself in a symphony of flavors and fall foliage at Botanical Brewfest this October. Sample hundreds of beer varieties from regional and local breweries among a visual feast of botanical beauty at the Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens. Enjoy live music, yard games, and good times with friends among the gorgeous garden scenery […]
Are you interested in becoming part of the growing world of Citizen Science and are looking for ways to participate? Join the Missouri Department of Conservation for the Project Feeder Watch Kickoff at the Burr Oak Woods Conservation Nature Center. The event will blend technology and our natural habitats to explore how to record encounters […]