Nature Scavenger Hunt Hike

Hike the Lake Sylvia Loop Trail with a park interpreter to find all the items on this nature scavenger hunt! Learn Leave No Trace principles along the way. Make sure to bring water and wear appropriate shoes for hiking. The 1/4-hike will be moderate and taken at a slow pace. 

Under the Stars at Lake Sylvia

Enjoy the nights sky with a park interpreter! Look through a telescope to see the full moon and learn about the stars. 

Lake Sylvia Rocks!

Explore the rocks found at Lake Sylvia through the lens of a special microscope! 

Exploring Bears

Learn all about bears! Explore a bear pelt and skull with a park interpreter while learning fun facts about this amazing animal! 

Microscope Magic

Explore Lake Sylvia through the lens of a microscope! With a park interpreter, you will learn how to use a microscope and take a look at our resources on a microscopic scale! 

Decorating Nature Journals

Learn about field guides and how they are helpful to learn and identify wildlife. Get creative and decorate your very own field guide nature journal! 

Scaly and Slimy Critters

With the help of a park interpreter, learn all about the reptiles and amphibians that call Lake Sylvia home! 

Animal Tracking

Learn how to trace animals at Lake Sylvia with a park interpreter. Play a fun game to win a prize! 

Botanical Bookmarks

Learn about Lake Sylvia's native plants and create a botanical-themed bookmark! This activity provides a fun way for families to create special state park memories.

Learning Leaves

Identify the many types of trees at Lake Sylvia by their leaves with the help of a park interpreter. Create a colorful leaf collage to show off your knowledge! 

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