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Register for Fontenelle Summer Camps!


Fontenelle Forest offers an assortment of summer camps for kids ages 3 to 15 years old. From wildlife encounters to nature crafts, we can't wait to help young explorers embrace the outdoors this summer!


Camp registration is now open! Click below to learn more and sign up your camper.

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Featured Programs & Events 

Nature Explorers >> 

Saturday, February 8  | 10:00 - 11:30 a.m.

Kids ages 6-11 can learn all about Nebraska's native animals, plus see them up close at each session of Nature Explorers! 



Raptors Live: Valentine's Edition >>
Sunday, February 9 |  1:00 - 2:00 p.m.

Learn about how birds of prey choose their mates, enjoy sweet treats and design your own raptor-themed Talon-tine cards! 




Forest Fun Day: Snowy Survival >>
Monday, February 17  | 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.  

Join us for a one-day camp to learn all about the animal winter survival through games, crafts, hiking and more!

Winter Stargazing >>
Friday, February 28  |  6:00 -  8:00 p.m.  

Head out to Neale Woods to enjoy some winter constellations and the best view of Jupiter for the year!


Front Desk: Progress Update


Construct continues to our Visitor Services Desk in the Great Hall. Thank you to our visitors for your continued patience and for taking the extra jaunt over TreeRush Adventure's bridge!


We're excited to resume normal operations mid-February, when you can see this completed project for yourself!



Upcoming Nature Center Closure: February 19


The Nature Center will be closed Wednesday, Feb. 19 from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. as our employees come together for an all-staff meeting.


Member gate fob access will be available.



Explore Fontenelle Forest's Current Job Openings


Are you passionate about nature and eager to join a vibrant staff? Fontenelle Forest is currently taking applications for several positions including internships and summer camp counselors! See our available positions below:

Summer Land Intern

Build your conservation knowledge and network, while learning from Fontenelle Forest's experienced Land Steward Team and working with partner organizations

Summer Day Camp Counselor

From leading campers on guided adventures to facilitating activities, share your passion for nature and the outdoors with youth of all ages as a camp counselor.

Visit our careers page to see full job descriptions and directions to apply!

Learn More + Apply

Fontenelle Forest Photo Club's next meeting is Thursday, February 20 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Nature Center. Guests are always welcome! 


For additional details or questions, please visit FontenelleForestPhotoClub.org.



Support the Forest


By supporting Fontenelle Forest, you help make oak woodland restoration, nature-based education, and equitable access to urban green space possible.

Support one of Nebraska's oldest conservation organizations by making a donation and becoming a member.

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(402) 731-3140  •   FontenelleForest.org

1111 Bellevue Boulevard North, Bellevue, Nebraska 68005



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