City of College Station

HOMESCHOOL ADVENTURE DAYS
Join us to explore nature in an exciting, enriching, and hands-on environment.

Ages 5+ • Free • Wed. & Thu. • Jan. 22-May 14 • 10-11:30 a.m.

TEXAS HUNTER’S SAFETY CERTIFICATION COURSE • REGISTRATION ENDS THE FRIDAY PRIOR TO THE FIRST CLASS DAY
Ages 9+ must successfully complete this course to legally hunt in Texas. Anyone under the age of 13 must be accompanied by a parent. You must register with the City of College Station and Texas Parks & Wildlife (tpwd.texas.gov).

Ages 9+ • $10 • Sun. • Jan. 5 • 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Ages 9+ • $10 • Sun. • March 29 • 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

WILDERNESS & REMOTE FIRST AID CERTIFICATION • REGISTRATION ENDS APRIL 24
This course is perfect for scouts, outdoor enthusiasts, and anyone who spends time in remote environments. Participants will learn advanced skills for emergency situations when help may be too far away. Based on the Boy Scouts of America Wilderness First Aid Curriculum and Doctrine Guidelines, this course aligns with OSHA’s Best Practices for Workplace First Aid Training Programs. Upon successful completion, participants will receive a digital certificate valid for two years. Must hold current adult CPR/AED certification in order to participate.

Ages 14+ • $22 • Sat.-Sun. • April 25-26 • 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

TEXAS HUNTER’S SAFETY CERTIFICATION COURSE • REGISTRATION ENDS THE FRIDAY PRIOR TO THE FIRST CLASS DAY
Ages 9+ must successfully complete this course to legally hunt in Texas. Anyone under the age of 13 must be accompanied by a parent. You must register with the City of College Station and Texas Parks & Wildlife (tpwd.texas.gov).

Ages 9+ • $10 • Sun. • Jan. 5 • 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Ages 9+ • $10 • Sun. • March 29 • 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

WILDERNESS & REMOTE FIRST AID CERTIFICATION • REGISTRATION ENDS APRIL 24
This course is perfect for scouts, outdoor enthusiasts, and anyone who spends time in remote environments. Participants will learn advanced skills for emergency situations when help may be too far away. Based on the Boy Scouts of America Wilderness First Aid Curriculum and Doctrine Guidelines, this course aligns with OSHA’s Best Practices for Workplace First Aid Training Programs. Upon successful completion, participants will receive a digital certificate valid for two years. Must hold current adult CPR/AED certification in order to participate. 

Ages 14+ • $22 • Sat.-Sun. • April 25-26 • 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

SATURDAY EXHIBIT UNVEILING
Each Saturday, we unveil a new exhibit and have interactive activities for all ages! Exhibits are open during Nature Center hours of operation throughout the week. Topics will feature mammals, owls, snakes, birds, vegetation, butterflies and more. No exhibit unveiling on Jan. 18 and April 11.

All Ages • Free • Sat. • Weekly • 10 a.m.-12 p.m.

WALK WITH A DOC
Enjoy a one-mile walk with a Baylor Scott & White Health provider, who will speak briefly about his/her area of expertise and answer health-related questions. The event is free and does not require registration. 

All Ages • Free • Sat. • Jan. 4, Feb. 1, March 7, April 4 & May 2 • 9 a.m.

TRAIL BUDDIES
Enjoy a short story, hike, and playtime specifically designed for preschoolers and their caretakers.

All Ages • Free • Tue. • Jan. 21-May 12 • 9:30-10:30 a.m.

GET GROWING WITH BRAZOS COUNTY MASTER GARDENERS
Sharpen your gardening and landscaping knowledge from local Master Gardeners.

All Ages • Free • Tue. • Jan. 21 • 6-7 p.m. • “Bluebirds: How to Help Them & Grow Them” by Kitty & Jim Anding
All Ages • Free • Tue. • Feb. 18 • 6-7 p.m. • “Spring Rose Care Tips” by Maggie Boriski
All Ages • Free • Tue. • March 17 • 6-7 p.m. • “Plant Sale Preview: All the Plants you can Grow in Brazos County” by Theresa Edwards, Sue Schuelke & Thelma Hales
All Ages • Free • Tue. • April 21 • 6-7 p.m. • “Plant Propagation” by Jim Kracht & Debbie Diamond

GUIDED NATURE WALK
Take a hike with a tour guide to discover the plant and animal species that call Lick Creek Park home

All Ages • Free • Mon. • Jan. 27-May 4 • 8-9 a.m.

NATURE CENTER’S STAR PARTY
Join us as we learn about the astronomical world around us. Festivities will include educational booths, games, and much more! Light, galactically-themed refreshments will be served as we explore the sky from the Nature Center. 

All Ages • Free • Fri. • Feb. 21 • 7-10 p.m.

BIRDING 101
Join the Rio Brazos Audubon Society to learn how to identify birds, select and use binoculars, and all about nativespecies in the Brazos Valley. The class will meet at the Nature Center and hike through Lick Creek Park trails.

All Ages • Free • Sat. • March 7 & April 4 • 8 a.m. start
 
MONARCH MARCH
Celebrate the life of the monarch butterfly with us! Festivities will include a walk through Lick Creek Park’s Monarch Waystation, educational booths, tips on how to create your own waystation or butterfly garden, and much more.

All Ages • Free • Sun. • March 22 • 1-4 p.m.

We offer instructor-led, field trips with Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) correlated curriculum that provides students of all ages meaningful outdoor experiences. Environmental education program themes include wildlife biology, water cycle, plants, ecosystem, organism identification and more. All field trips are free of charge. Teachers and chaperones are responsible for supervising. Lick Creek Nature Center staff will only be facilitating activities.

BROCHURE
Link (PDF)

GRADES
Kindergarten-6th Grade

SEMESTER SCHEDULES
Fall: September-November
Spring: February-May

HOURS OF AVAILABILITY
Monday: 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Tuesday: 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
Wednesday/Thursday: 12:30-5 p.m.
Friday: 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

HOW LONG DO FIELD TRIPS LAST?
Depending on the program, field trips can last 2-3 hours with an option to bring their lunch and eat on-site. Once everyone has arrived, we will have a safety overview and then split into three groups of about 20 students for activities. Each activity station lasts about 1-2 hours. A 30-minute lunch is optional before departing.

DO I NEED TO BOOK IN ADVANCE?
All field trips must be booked in advance. Dates and times are subject to availability. To schedule a field trip, contact Brooke Littlefield at 979.764.3725 or blittlefield@cstx.gov.

ANYTHING WE NEED TO BRING?
• Closed-toed shoes are required.
• Participants are asked to bring water bottles. Lunch is optional and can be accommodated.
• Bug spray and sunscreen are encouraged.
• All field trip groups are responsible for their own transportation.

HOW MANY STUDENTS CAN YOU ACCOMMODATE?
The maximum number varies based on the field trip experiences selected. In general, we can accommodate groups of up to 60 people. Field trips typically last 3 hours, including a lesson, activities, and a hike.

WHAT ARE YOUR RECOMMENDED ADULT/STUDENT RATIOS FOR FIELD TRIPS?
• Kindergarten-2nd Grade – 1:5
• 3rd-6th Grade – 1:8

WHAT HAPPENS IN THE EVENT OF INCLEMENT WEATHER ON THE DAY OF THE FIELD TRIP?
For groups over 20: If there is inclement weather, we would need to cancel. If an alternate date is available, we will reschedule the trip. We will make this call the day before or the morning of the planned trip.

For groups under 20: Field trips are held rain or shine. For safety, strong winds and/or thunderstorms may require a substitution of alternative indoor activities. In the case of a weather emergency in which schools are closed, the field trip will be canceled. If an alternate date is available, we will reschedule the trip.

FACILITY RENTALS
Fees are per hour with a $200 deposit. Two-hour minimum.

MEETING ROOM
Non-Resident - $120
Resident - $100

OUTDOOR CLASSROOM
Non-Resident - $42
Resident - $35

AMPHITHEATER
Non-Resident - $30
Resident - $25

RENTALS DETAILS
Rentals are on a first-come, first-served basis and will not be held without proper documentation and fees. Reservations can be made by calling 979.764.6216 or by visiting the Lick Creek Nature Center, Monday-Friday from 8 a.m.-1 p.m.

DEPOSITS
A security deposit is required for rentals. Portions or all of the deposit will be forfeited if damage, extra maintenance, or extraordinary cleanup occurs as a result of rental. Deposits will be refunded on the following conditions: (1) terms of your rental have been met, (2) facilities are left in good condition, or (3) cancellation procedures have been followed.

CANCELLATION & REFUNDS
Customers must cancel three days prior to the rental date to be eligible for a refund. If a cancellation is made fewer than three days prior to rental date, deposits will be forfeited. Refunds are processed within 30 days of request by check. No cash refunds will be issued.

FREE EQUIPMENT RENTALS
Check out binoculars, field guides and Junior Naturalist Adventure packs at the Nature Center during hours of operation. A driver’s license is required for checkout and will be held at the nature center until items are returned.