Join us for the 7th annual Nature Fest, a free family-friendly event filled with hands-on activities, wildlife education, and outdoor fun! Hosted by the Prairie Oaks Chapter of the Texas Master Naturalist program, Nature Fest brings together experts, volunteers, and community members to celebrate and learn how to protect the natural treasures of Central Texas.
🗓️ Saturday, October 11, 2025
🕙 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
📍 Bosque River Nature Center – 735 E. Long Street, Stephenville, TX
🚗 Follow the signs for parking
🐛 What You’ll Discover
Packed with interactive experiences for all ages.
We are confirming our booths for this year so stay tuned for the latest updates!
Past booths and activities have included:
- Skins, skulls, and bug exploration stations
- Kids’ crafts and nature games
- Science tools like microscopes and telescopes
- Water and soil demos, bluebird boxes, and local plant education
- Painting, pottery, and conservation art
- And booths from groups like Texas Parks & Wildlife, Fossil Rim, Ranger College, Tarleton State University, and more!
👨👩👧👦 For the Whole Family
Designed with families in mind
Every family receives a swag bag with nature goodies and activities to take home. Adults and kids alike will find something to love — whether it’s chatting with wildlife biologists, making butterfly crafts, taking a guided nature walk, or simply enjoying the native plants, insects, birds, and animals.
Admission is free, and you can come and go as you please. Just bring your curiosity — and maybe a water bottle and hat!
💚 How to Support
Powered by our community
Nature Fest is powered by local volunteers, donors, and businesses who care about our wild spaces. Want to help?
- Donate or sponsor individually
- Donate items for our swag bags
- Become a sponsor
👉 Learn more: Visit our Sponsorship Info Page
Every gift — big or small — helps us connect more families with nature and keep this event free for everyone.
📸 Follow and Share
Leading up to the event, we’ll share fun nature facts, sneak peeks, and spotlight our amazing partners.
👍 RSVP and invite your friends on Facebook:
👉 Nature Fest 2025 Facebook Event 👈
📷 During and after the event, we’ll post photos and stories from the day — tag us and share your favorites!
🌻 Because Nature Needs Neighbors
Nature starts in your own backyard.
That’s why we host Nature Fest — to help people of all ages learn how small actions can make a big difference for wildlife, water, and wild places. Whether you’re planting a native flower, building a birdhouse, or just showing up — you’re part of the mission.
We hope to see you at Nature Fest 2025!