Halloween Party at Cedars of Lebanon

// October 3rd, 2009 // Comments Off // Cedars of Lebanon

October 31st 2009: 2:00—5:00pm

Held at Cedars of Lebanon State Park

Cedar Forest Lodge

“Costumes Encouraged”

Free Refreshments

*limited supply*

Special Treats for children 

Music played all evening— “Child Friendly”

Events

- Activities and Games provided all afternoon

• Pumpkin Bowling
• Mummy Wrap Relay
• A gift  from Mummy
• And several more….
• Pumpkin Piñata  – 3:00 p.m.

   Costume Contest  – 4:00 p.m. (Adult  and Children)

For further Information call (615) 443-2769

    Free and open to the public of all ages.

Provided by Cedars of Lebanon State Park

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Cedars of Lebanon Labor Day Weekend Program Schedule

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August 29-30 Program Schedule, Cedars of Lebanon

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Saturday August 29, 2009

11:00am History Walk and Talk

If only the cedars could talk. . . !  Come learn about the rich history of the park as we walk to some old park buildings and take a cool refreshing drink from a 1930s water fountain!  Meet at the Nature Center.

2:00pm Cave Talk

Under our feet is an underground world of caves!  Meet at the Nature Center wearing sturdy shoes for a short walk to two cave entrances and hear about how caves form, what lives in them, and how to protect them.

Check back for weekly program/activity schedules all summer long at www.tnpark.com (*Click on Cedars of Lebanon*)

Nature Center Hours: Mon-Sun (everyday) 9:00am-4:30pm

Come by and see our nature displays and animal exhibits!

Group programs and guided hikes can be scheduled by appointment.

Contact the Nature Center 615-453-3028

Cedars of Lebanon Weekend Events August 6-9, 2009

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Thursday, August 6

2:00pm Bug Chip Clips

Do your chips get stale easily?  Fix that problem when you make “chip clips” at the Nature Center.

Friday, August 7

11:30am Hop Scotch–n–Hula Hoops

Jump around and shake your hips outside the Nature Center.  I wonder who will hold the hula hoop up the longest. . . ?

2:00pm History Walk & Talk

If only the cedars could talk. . . !  Come hear about the rich history of the park as we walk to some old park buildings and take a cool refreshing drink from an old water fountain!  Meet at the Nature Center.

Saturday, August 8

9:00am Dixon Merritt Trail

Meet at the Nature Center for an easy half-mile nature walk through the forest.

11:00am Cave Talk and Walk

Under our feet is an underground world of caves!  Meet at the Nature Center wearing sturdy shoes for a short walk to the entrances of two very different caves and hear an interesting talk about how caves form, what lives in them, and how to protect them. 

2:00pm Nature “Name Me” Game

Are you a frequent visitor to the Nature Center?  Do you just think you know more about the names of animals, fossil, etc., than anyone else?  Test your knowledge with this fun game.  Meet at Nature Center.  (Ages 7 & up, please)

Sunday August 9

9:30am Nature-related Movie

Vote between a few animated nature-themed movies when you avoid packing up camp by coming to the Nature Center.

*Check back for more activities all summer long at www.tnpark.com, *Click on Cedars of Lebanon*

Nature Center Hours

Mon-Sun (everyday) 9:00-4:30pm

*Come by and see our nature displays, animal exhibits, or borrow some playtime equipment*

Group programs and guided hikes can be scheduled by appointment.

Contact the Nature Center at 615-453-3028

In case of bad weather, please call the Nature Center to ask about program cancellations.

*Please come prepared for all hikes with long pants, sturdy shoes, water and bug spray*

Cedars of Lebanon weekend events July 30-Aug 2nd, 2009

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Thursday, July 30, 2009

2:00pm Chirp, Chirp, Chirp

Come to the Nature Center to make a bird feeder to attract birds in your own backyard.

Friday, July 31, 2009

1:30pm Snakes Alive!

Curious about snake species in Cedars of Lebanon?  Wondering what makes snakes different?  Learn all about them at the Nature Center and meet one of our slithery residents.

3:00pm Cave Talk & Walk

Hiding under our feet is an underground honeycomb of caves!  Meet at the Nature Center wearing sturdy shoes for a short walk to the entrances of two very different caves!

Saturday, August 1, 2009

8:00am Limestone Sinks Trail Hike

Meet at the trailhead of the Limestone Sinks Trail to see some interesting features of the park as we take a half-mile stroll.

10:00am Volleyball Practice

Meet at the volleyball court across from the Assembly Hall and next to the baseball field to work on your serve and play an informal game.

3:00pm History Walk & Talk

Come hear the fascinating story of how Cedars of Lebanon became a state park as we walk to some of the old park buildings and learn the history behind them.  Meet at the Nature Center.

Check back for more activities all summer long at www.tnpark.com (Click on Cedars of Lebanon)

Nature Center Hours

Mon-Sun (everyday) 9:00am-4:30pm

*Come by and see our nature displays, animal exhibits, or borrow some playtime equipment*

Group programs and guided hikes can be scheduled by appointment

Contact the Nature Center at 615-453-3028

In case of bad weather, please call the Nature Center for cancellations and/or rescheduling of programs.

Come prepared for all hikes with long pants, sturdy shoes, water, and bug spray!

Cedars of Lebanon State Park weekend events for July 16-19

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Thursday July 16

2:00pm Time Capsule

Make your very own time capsule at the Nature Center to fill with memorabilia of your visit to the park.

Friday July 17

11:00am-2:00pm Hemp Jewelry

Explore your creativity while making this fun jewelry at the Nature Center!

7:00pm Evening Hike

Meet by the Park Office to hike the Cedar Glade Trail and learn about unique plants and animals of the park.  *Come prepared for the hike with long pants, sturdy shoes, water and bug spray.

Saturday July 18

11:30am Scavenger Hunt

Meet at the Limestone Sinks Trailhead and see if you can find all the items on the list!

2:00pm Turkey Vulture Talk

Come to the Nature Center to learn about some of the cool and “gross” facts about our friendly bird named George!

Sunday July 19

10:00am Nature-related MOVIE

Kids (and adults too), come escape to the Nature Center to avoid packing up camp and watch a cool movie about nature!

Check back for more activities all summer long at www.tnpark.com 

Click on “Cedars of Lebanon”

Nature Center Hours

Open everyday (Mon-Sun) 9:00am-4:30pm

*Come by and see our nature displays, animal exhibits, or borrow some playtime equipment*

Group programs and guided hikes can be scheduled by appointment

Contact the Nature Center at 615-453-3028

In case of bad weather (or threat of), please call the Nature Center to check if scheduled programs are cancelled.

July 9-12 Weekend Events

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Thursday, July 9th 

2:00pm Animal Charades: Play a fun-filled game by acting out some of your favorite animals.  Come to the air-conditioned Nature Center to avoid the afternoon sun and bring lots of friends!

Friday, July 10th

3:30pm Cave Talk & Walk: Hiding under our feet is an underground honeycomb of caves!  Meet at the Nature Center wearing sturdy shoes for a short walk to the entrances of two very different caves!

7:00pm Evening Hike: Enjoy the coolness of the afternoon and maybe catch a glimpse of some fireflies! Meet at the trailhead of the Cedar Forest Trail ready to do a 2 mile hike into the woods.

 Saturday, July 11

9:00am Nature Trek: Hike with your very own park naturalist and see all 3 ecosystems of the park on the 5 mile Hidden Springs Trail!  Come prepared w/ water, snack, sturdy shoes and bug spray. Meets at the trailhead.

11:00am History Talk & Walk: Come hear the fascinating story of how Cedars of Lebanon became a state park as we walk to some of the old buildings, and learn the history behind them.  Meet at the Nature Center.

1:00pm Softball:  Let’s play some ball!  Meet at the baseball field for some batting and fielding fun!  All ages and experience levels welcome.  Come anyway even if you do not own a glove or bat (balls and bats provided). Beginners can learn the game here!  

3:00pm Snakes! Meet some of our slithery friends in the Nature Center, and learn about a few that live here in the park!

8:00pm Night Hike:  Meet at the Nature Center for an enjoyable walk looking for “spider eyes” and listening to the peaceful sounds of the night! 

Sunday, July 12th

10:30am Story Time: Let’s take a relaxing moment and enjoy a Native American story about the importance of “Turtle” in the theater room of the Nature Center.

Cedars of Lebanon July 2-5, 2009 events

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Thursday, July 2

10:00am-4pm

Bark Bookmarks

Decorate a useful bookmark out of nature’s materials.  Join us at the Nature Center.

Friday, July 3

11:00am Flag Hand Painting

Meet at the baseball field to help make a patriotic craft that will be exhibited during the Fourth of July events.  Everyone of all ages welcome!

3:00pm Cave Talk & Walk

Hiding under our feet is an underground honeycomb of caves!  Meet at the Nature Center wearing sturdy shoes for a short walk to the entrances of two very different and historically important caves.

Saturday, July 4th

10:00am American Flag Craft

Meet at the Camp Store to make a flag to carry in the parade and learn.

11:30am Bicycle Parade

Join us and be part of our parade through the campground.  Meet up at the Camp Store.  Bring your decorated bicycle.

2:00pm Watermelon Eating Contest

Meet next to the baseball field.  Come hungry and ready to get messy!

3:00pm Water Balloon Toss & Three Legged Race

Bring friends and meet at the baseball field!

7:00-8:00pm Hay Ride

Follow the trail behind the Nature Center to the campfire for a ride through the fields.

8:00pm Campfire

Music, marshmallows, and fun!  Follow the trail behind the Nature Center.

Sunday, July 5th

11:00am History Talk & Walk

Come hear the fascinating story of how Cedars of Lebanon became a state park as we walk to some of the old park buildings and learn the history behind them.  Meet at Nature Center.

*In case of inclement weather (or threat of), please call the Nature Center regarding any possible program cancellations or changes of venue.*

Check back for more activities all summer long at www.tnpark.com

and click on Cedars of Lebanon

Nature Center Hours

Mon-Sun (every day) 9:00am-4:30pm

Come by and see our nature displays and animal exhibits. 

Group programs and guided hikes can be scheduled by appointment.

Contact the Nature Center at 615-453-3028.

Weekend Events: June 25th-28th

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Thursday June 25th:

Crafts in the Nature Center: Hemp jewelry making *All Day* (5 years & up)

Friday June 26th:

1:30pm History Talk & Hike: Come hear the fascinating story of how Cedars of Lebanon came to be a park by   visiting some old park buildings!  Meet at Nature Center.

5:00pm Snakes! Meet in the cool/air conditioned Nature Center for a presentation about some basic facts on snakes, and meet some of our slithery guests staying in the Nature Center this summer.

8:00pm Campfire! Follow the trail to the field behind the Nature Center to enjoy the company of your fellow campers. Marshmallows, music and fun! Please bring camp-chairs.   

Saturday June 27th^:

9:00am Morning Hike: Wake up and get walking before it gets hot! Discover some of the plants, animals and history of the park on an easy 0.5 mile guided walk through the Cedar Glades. Meet at  Park Office. (All ages)

3:00pm Meet George! Everyone’s favorite garbage man! Join us in the Nature Center to meet and  learn some of the cool, “gross,” and interesting facts about our resident turkey vulture, George.    

7:00pm Evening Guided Hike:  Let’s venture into the shade of the largest Eastern Red Cedar Forest in North America. As the sun goes down, we might catch a glimpse of some of the park’s wildlife. Long pants, sturdy shoes and bug spray is recommended. Meet at the parking lot for Shelter #1. (All ages able to hike a rocky 2 miles)  

Sunday June 28th:

11:00am Reduce! Reuse! Recycle! Meet at the Camp Store for a short discussion followed by

an un-nature hike through the campgrounds.  Participants will compete for prizes! (4 years and up)

Weekend Events Fri-Sat June 19-20, 2009

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Friday June 19th

1:30pm History Talk & Hike:

Come hear the fascinating story of how Cedars of Lebanon came to be a park by visiting some old park buildings!  Meet at the Nature Center. 

5:00pm Afternoon Hike:

Unfamiliar with the park?  Live close by and want to learn more?  A guided hike is the perfect way to learn more about the plants, animals and history of the park.  Meet at the Park Office for an easy 0.5 mile walk.

7:00pm Movie Night! “Over the Hedge” 

Watch as our friendly woodland creatures venture into the world of people. Come to the Nature Center to kick back, relax and enjoy the show.  Please no food in the Nature Center, popcorn and chairs will be provided. Only drinks with screw top lids will be permitted.  (All ages)

Saturday June 20th

10:30am Story-time: 

Join us in the Nature Center for a Native American story about the slow and steady turtle.  Stay afterwards if you like for the turtle talk!  (All ages)

11:00am Turtle talk:

Stop by the Nature Center for a short talk about our state reptile:  the Box Turtle!  Learn all about what makes him.  (All ages)

4:00pm Cave Talk & Walk:

Hiding under our feet is an underground honeycomb of caves that offer a very unique ecosystem; home to some strange and interesting animals.  Meet at the Nature Center wearing sturdy shoes for a short walk to the entrance of two very different and historically important caves.

Nature Center Hours

9:00am-4:30pm Mon-Sun (every day)

*Come by and see our nature displays and animal exhibits*

Group programs and guided hikes can be scheduled by appointment.

Contact the Nature Center at 615-453-3028