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Yoga: Rise and Shine Yoga – Wednesdays 10/4 - 10/25 (ages 16+)2023-10-04T06:00:00Start your day with an invigorating yoga practice at Ernie Miller Nature Center. This is yoga for anybody. All are welcome, no experience necessary! This class will focus on gentle stretching, serenity, and rejuvenation and will be tailored to individual abilities. Please bring your mat to class. Instructor is Robin Olson-ERYT (Experienced Registered Yoga Teacher). For more information call 913-826-2800. Advanced registration required. Meet at the parking lot flagpole to walk into the building together at 6am.
4 - 1 hr. sessions - $34 / $37 nonresidents
Ernie Miller Nature Center Wed 10/4 - 10/25 6 am
Nature & Outdoors Refund Policy: Full refunds will be granted provided notification of cancellation is received five full business days prior to the start of the first class. No refunds will be issued after that time.
Ernie Miller Nature Center909 N. Hwy 7OlatheKS66061 Start your day with an invigorating yoga practice at Ernie Miller Nature Center. This is yoga for anybody. All are welcome, no experience necessary! This class will focus on gentle stretching, serenity, and rejuvenation and will be tailored to individual abilities. Please bring your mat to class. Instructor is Robin Olson-ERYT (Experienced Registered Yoga Teacher). For more information call 913-826-2800. Advanced registration required. Meet at the parking lot flagpole to walk into the building together at 6am.
4 - 1 hr. sessions - $34 / $37 nonresidents
Ernie Miller Nature Center Wed 10/4 - 10/25 6 am
Nature & Outdoors Refund Policy: Full refunds will be granted provided notification of cancellation is received five full business days prior to the start of the first class. No refunds will be issued after that time.
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Animal Tales: Preschool Storytime - Autumn Colors2023-10-04T10:30:00Join a park naturalist for animal stories and surprises geared for preschool age children. Come listen and learn. Meet a special animal friend every time. All children must be accompanied by a paying adult. Everyone attending, including adults must register and pay. Advanced registration recommended. On-site admission available if space allows. Infants under 1 year old admitted free.
1 - 30 min. session - $3 per person; including adults.
Everyone attending, including adults must register and pay.
Nature & Outdoors Refund Policy: Full refunds will be granted provided notification of cancellation is received five full business days prior to the start of class. No refunds will be issued after that time.
Ernie Miller Nature Center909 N. Hwy 7OlatheKS66061 Join a park naturalist for animal stories and surprises geared for preschool age children. Come listen and learn. Meet a special animal friend every time. All children must be accompanied by a paying adult. Everyone attending, including adults must register and pay. Advanced registration recommended. On-site admission available if space allows. Infants under 1 year old admitted free.
1 - 30 min. session - $3 per person; including adults.
Everyone attending, including adults must register and pay.
Nature & Outdoors Refund Policy: Full refunds will be granted provided notification of cancellation is received five full business days prior to the start of class. No refunds will be issued after that time.
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Fall Public Hayride at Shawnee Mission Park2023-10-07T14:30:00Enjoy the outdoors with a hayride through Oak Ridge Parklands at Shawnee Mission Park. Your hayride concludes with a warm campfire where marshmallows and apple cider await. Advanced registration required. Children 2 and under are free.
Each Hayride is an hour followed by an hour at the campfire site.
1 - 2 hr. session - $11 / 12 nonresidents
Address for the hayrides is 7460 Ogg Road, Shawnee KS 66218
Nature & Outdoors Refund Policy: Full refunds will be granted provided notification of cancellation is received five full business days prior to the start of class. No refunds will be issued after that time.
Shawnee Mission Park7900 Renner RoadShawneeKS66219 Enjoy the outdoors with a hayride through Oak Ridge Parklands at Shawnee Mission Park. Your hayride concludes with a warm campfire where marshmallows and apple cider await. Advanced registration required. Children 2 and under are free.
Each Hayride is an hour followed by an hour at the campfire site.
1 - 2 hr. session - $11 / 12 nonresidents
Address for the hayrides is 7460 Ogg Road, Shawnee KS 66218
Nature & Outdoors Refund Policy: Full refunds will be granted provided notification of cancellation is received five full business days prior to the start of class. No refunds will be issued after that time.
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Intermediate Evening Kayak Excursion (Ages 18 & Older) at Shawnee Mission Park2023-10-07T18:30:00Enjoy the evening on the water as we kayak around Shawnee Mission Park Lake. Hear the croaks and splash of frogs, the hooting of owls, and view the park from a different perspective. Space is limited. Registration required. Kayaks and life jackets provided. Intermediate Excursion requires kayaking skills. Basic swimming skills required. Meet at Shawnee Mission Park Marina boat ramp. Dress for the weather. For more information 913-826-2800. Advanced registration required. Instructor: Park Police
1 - 2 hr. session - $27 / $30 nonresidents
SMP Lake Intermediate 10/7 Sat 6:30 pm
Nature & Outdoors Refund Policy: Full refunds will be granted provided notification of cancellation is received five full business days prior to the start of class. No refunds will be issued after that time.
Shawnee Mission Park7900 Renner RoadShawneeKS66219 Enjoy the evening on the water as we kayak around Shawnee Mission Park Lake. Hear the croaks and splash of frogs, the hooting of owls, and view the park from a different perspective. Space is limited. Registration required. Kayaks and life jackets provided. Intermediate Excursion requires kayaking skills. Basic swimming skills required. Meet at Shawnee Mission Park Marina boat ramp. Dress for the weather. For more information 913-826-2800. Advanced registration required. Instructor: Park Police
1 - 2 hr. session - $27 / $30 nonresidents
SMP Lake Intermediate 10/7 Sat 6:30 pm
Nature & Outdoors Refund Policy: Full refunds will be granted provided notification of cancellation is received five full business days prior to the start of class. No refunds will be issued after that time.
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Yoga: Rise and Shine Yoga – Wednesdays 10/4 - 10/25 (ages 16+)2023-10-11T06:00:00Start your day with an invigorating yoga practice at Ernie Miller Nature Center. This is yoga for anybody. All are welcome, no experience necessary! This class will focus on gentle stretching, serenity, and rejuvenation and will be tailored to individual abilities. Please bring your mat to class. Instructor is Robin Olson-ERYT (Experienced Registered Yoga Teacher). For more information call 913-826-2800. Advanced registration required. Meet at the parking lot flagpole to walk into the building together at 6am.
4 - 1 hr. sessions - $34 / $37 nonresidents
Ernie Miller Nature Center Wed 10/4 - 10/25 6 am
Nature & Outdoors Refund Policy: Full refunds will be granted provided notification of cancellation is received five full business days prior to the start of the first class. No refunds will be issued after that time.
Ernie Miller Nature Center909 N. Hwy 7OlatheKS66061 Start your day with an invigorating yoga practice at Ernie Miller Nature Center. This is yoga for anybody. All are welcome, no experience necessary! This class will focus on gentle stretching, serenity, and rejuvenation and will be tailored to individual abilities. Please bring your mat to class. Instructor is Robin Olson-ERYT (Experienced Registered Yoga Teacher). For more information call 913-826-2800. Advanced registration required. Meet at the parking lot flagpole to walk into the building together at 6am.
4 - 1 hr. sessions - $34 / $37 nonresidents
Ernie Miller Nature Center Wed 10/4 - 10/25 6 am
Nature & Outdoors Refund Policy: Full refunds will be granted provided notification of cancellation is received five full business days prior to the start of the first class. No refunds will be issued after that time.
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Astronomy: Starlight Hayride (All Ages) at Shawnee Mission Park2023-10-12T19:30:00By advanced reservation only. Each person attending must preregister and pay, including adults.
Join us for a fall hayride and learn about the stars and their ancient stories. This two-hour program includes a hay wagon ride to your viewing location and back for a campfire with cider and marshmallows. We will be learning about the constellations of the evening and the stories that go with them. Dress for the weather. Advanced registration required. Program will proceed even with overcast skies. Every person attending must register and pay, including adults. Program fee is nonrefundable unless cancelled for severe weather.
1 - 2 hr. event - $13 / $14 nonresidents per person
Oak Ridge at Shawnee Mission Park
Address for the hayrides is 7460 Ogg Road, Shawnee KS 66218
Shawnee Mission Park7900 Renner RoadShawneeKS66219 By advanced reservation only. Each person attending must preregister and pay, including adults.
Join us for a fall hayride and learn about the stars and their ancient stories. This two-hour program includes a hay wagon ride to your viewing location and back for a campfire with cider and marshmallows. We will be learning about the constellations of the evening and the stories that go with them. Dress for the weather. Advanced registration required. Program will proceed even with overcast skies. Every person attending must register and pay, including adults. Program fee is nonrefundable unless cancelled for severe weather.
1 - 2 hr. event - $13 / $14 nonresidents per person
Oak Ridge at Shawnee Mission Park
Address for the hayrides is 7460 Ogg Road, Shawnee KS 66218
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Whimsical Woods (Ages 11 & Under w/adult)2023-10-14T00:00:00Start Times: 1pm, 1:15pm, 1:30pm, 1:45pm, 2pm, 2:15pm, 2:30pm, 2:45pm.
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Every person attending must register and pay, including adults.
There’s nothing scary about this enchanted forest. Costumed characters will delight and entertain audiences of all ages with live animals, stories, and surprises along the trail. We will highlight favorite childhood tales. Group sessions begin every 15 minutes to rotate together through the program stations. Event lasts approximately 1.5 hours. In case of inclement weather, program will be held indoors. Advance registration required. Minimum one paid adult per five paid children. Program fee is nonrefundable. Everyone attending must register and pay, including adults. For more information call 913-826-2800.
1 - 1.5 hr. event - $8 / $9 nonresidents; including adults, in advance. $10 per person on-site day of event, if space available.
Ernie Miller Nature Center909 N. Hwy 7OlatheKS66061 Start Times: 1pm, 1:15pm, 1:30pm, 1:45pm, 2pm, 2:15pm, 2:30pm, 2:45pm.
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Every person attending must register and pay, including adults.
There’s nothing scary about this enchanted forest. Costumed characters will delight and entertain audiences of all ages with live animals, stories, and surprises along the trail. We will highlight favorite childhood tales. Group sessions begin every 15 minutes to rotate together through the program stations. Event lasts approximately 1.5 hours. In case of inclement weather, program will be held indoors. Advance registration required. Minimum one paid adult per five paid children. Program fee is nonrefundable. Everyone attending must register and pay, including adults. For more information call 913-826-2800.
1 - 1.5 hr. event - $8 / $9 nonresidents; including adults, in advance. $10 per person on-site day of event, if space available.
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Fall Public Hayride at Shawnee Mission Park2023-10-14T14:30:00Enjoy the outdoors with a hayride through Oak Ridge Parklands at Shawnee Mission Park. Your hayride concludes with a warm campfire where marshmallows and apple cider await. Advanced registration required. Children 2 and under are free.
Each Hayride is an hour followed by an hour at the campfire site.
1 - 2 hr. session - $11 / 12 nonresidents
Address for the hayrides is 7460 Ogg Road, Shawnee KS 66218
Nature & Outdoors Refund Policy: Full refunds will be granted provided notification of cancellation is received five full business days prior to the start of class. No refunds will be issued after that time.
Shawnee Mission Park7900 Renner RoadShawneeKS66219 Enjoy the outdoors with a hayride through Oak Ridge Parklands at Shawnee Mission Park. Your hayride concludes with a warm campfire where marshmallows and apple cider await. Advanced registration required. Children 2 and under are free.
Each Hayride is an hour followed by an hour at the campfire site.
1 - 2 hr. session - $11 / 12 nonresidents
Address for the hayrides is 7460 Ogg Road, Shawnee KS 66218
Nature & Outdoors Refund Policy: Full refunds will be granted provided notification of cancellation is received five full business days prior to the start of class. No refunds will be issued after that time.
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Yoga: Rise and Shine Yoga – Wednesdays 10/4 - 10/25 (ages 16+)2023-10-18T06:00:00Start your day with an invigorating yoga practice at Ernie Miller Nature Center. This is yoga for anybody. All are welcome, no experience necessary! This class will focus on gentle stretching, serenity, and rejuvenation and will be tailored to individual abilities. Please bring your mat to class. Instructor is Robin Olson-ERYT (Experienced Registered Yoga Teacher). For more information call 913-826-2800. Advanced registration required. Meet at the parking lot flagpole to walk into the building together at 6am.
4 - 1 hr. sessions - $34 / $37 nonresidents
Ernie Miller Nature Center Wed 10/4 - 10/25 6 am
Nature & Outdoors Refund Policy: Full refunds will be granted provided notification of cancellation is received five full business days prior to the start of the first class. No refunds will be issued after that time.
Ernie Miller Nature Center909 N. Hwy 7OlatheKS66061 Start your day with an invigorating yoga practice at Ernie Miller Nature Center. This is yoga for anybody. All are welcome, no experience necessary! This class will focus on gentle stretching, serenity, and rejuvenation and will be tailored to individual abilities. Please bring your mat to class. Instructor is Robin Olson-ERYT (Experienced Registered Yoga Teacher). For more information call 913-826-2800. Advanced registration required. Meet at the parking lot flagpole to walk into the building together at 6am.
4 - 1 hr. sessions - $34 / $37 nonresidents
Ernie Miller Nature Center Wed 10/4 - 10/25 6 am
Nature & Outdoors Refund Policy: Full refunds will be granted provided notification of cancellation is received five full business days prior to the start of the first class. No refunds will be issued after that time.
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Animal Tales: Preschool Storytime - Creepy Critters2023-10-18T10:30:00Join a park naturalist for animal stories and surprises geared for preschool age children. Come listen and learn. Meet a special animal friend every time. All children must be accompanied by a paying adult. Everyone attending, including adults must register and pay. Advanced registration recommended. On-site admission available if space allows. Infants under 1 year old admitted free.
1 - 30 min. session - $3 per person; including adults.
Everyone attending, including adults must register and pay.
Nature & Outdoors Refund Policy: Full refunds will be granted provided notification of cancellation is received five full business days prior to the start of class. No refunds will be issued after that time.
Ernie Miller Nature Center909 N. Hwy 7OlatheKS66061 Join a park naturalist for animal stories and surprises geared for preschool age children. Come listen and learn. Meet a special animal friend every time. All children must be accompanied by a paying adult. Everyone attending, including adults must register and pay. Advanced registration recommended. On-site admission available if space allows. Infants under 1 year old admitted free.
1 - 30 min. session - $3 per person; including adults.
Everyone attending, including adults must register and pay.
Nature & Outdoors Refund Policy: Full refunds will be granted provided notification of cancellation is received five full business days prior to the start of class. No refunds will be issued after that time.
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Map & Compass: Orienteering Workshop (Ages 16 & Older)2023-10-21T09:00:00(Ages 16 & Older and Children ages 10+ accompanied by Parent/Guardian)
Do you like to hike cross-country but fear losing your way? This beginner’s workshop introduces you to orienteering, a fun way of learning the basic skills for using a topographic map and a magnetic compass. This class includes a practice orienteering hike in the park. Workbook and loan of compass are provided. Dress for the weather. Not recommended for youth under ten years old. Youth under 16 years old must be accompanied by a registered adult.
Instructor: Possum Trot Orienteering Club.
1 - 3 hr. session - $17 / $19 nonresidents
Ernie Miller Nature Center 10/21 Sat 9 am
Nature & Outdoors Refund Policy: Full refunds will be granted provided notification of cancellation is received five full business days prior to the start of class. No refunds will be issued after that time.
Ernie Miller Nature Center909 N. Hwy 7OlatheKS66061 (Ages 16 & Older and Children ages 10+ accompanied by Parent/Guardian)
Do you like to hike cross-country but fear losing your way? This beginner’s workshop introduces you to orienteering, a fun way of learning the basic skills for using a topographic map and a magnetic compass. This class includes a practice orienteering hike in the park. Workbook and loan of compass are provided. Dress for the weather. Not recommended for youth under ten years old. Youth under 16 years old must be accompanied by a registered adult.
Instructor: Possum Trot Orienteering Club.
1 - 3 hr. session - $17 / $19 nonresidents
Ernie Miller Nature Center 10/21 Sat 9 am
Nature & Outdoors Refund Policy: Full refunds will be granted provided notification of cancellation is received five full business days prior to the start of class. No refunds will be issued after that time.
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Fall Public Hayride at Shawnee Mission Park2023-10-21T14:30:00Enjoy the outdoors with a hayride through Oak Ridge Parklands at Shawnee Mission Park. Your hayride concludes with a warm campfire where marshmallows and apple cider await. Advanced registration required. Children 2 and under are free.
Each Hayride is an hour followed by an hour at the campfire site.
1 - 2 hr. session - $11 / 12 nonresidents
Address for the hayrides is 7460 Ogg Road, Shawnee KS 66218
Nature & Outdoors Refund Policy: Full refunds will be granted provided notification of cancellation is received five full business days prior to the start of class. No refunds will be issued after that time.
Shawnee Mission Park7460 Ogg RoadShawneeKS66218 Enjoy the outdoors with a hayride through Oak Ridge Parklands at Shawnee Mission Park. Your hayride concludes with a warm campfire where marshmallows and apple cider await. Advanced registration required. Children 2 and under are free.
Each Hayride is an hour followed by an hour at the campfire site.
1 - 2 hr. session - $11 / 12 nonresidents
Address for the hayrides is 7460 Ogg Road, Shawnee KS 66218
Nature & Outdoors Refund Policy: Full refunds will be granted provided notification of cancellation is received five full business days prior to the start of class. No refunds will be issued after that time.
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International Observe the Moon Night (All Ages)2023-10-21T19:30:00Observe the moon through a telescope, learn about lunar phases, make impact craters and your very own moon journal, and more! You may also bring your own binoculars and chair. Program fee is nonrefundable. Advance registration required.
Registration closes Thursday, Oct 19.
1 - 1.5 hr. event - $8 / $9 nonresidents
Ernie Miller Nature Center 10/21 Sat 7:30 pm
Each person attending must register and pay, including adults.
Ernie Miller Park909 N Highway 7OlatheKS66061 Observe the moon through a telescope, learn about lunar phases, make impact craters and your very own moon journal, and more! You may also bring your own binoculars and chair. Program fee is nonrefundable. Advance registration required.
Registration closes Thursday, Oct 19.
1 - 1.5 hr. event - $8 / $9 nonresidents
Ernie Miller Nature Center 10/21 Sat 7:30 pm
Each person attending must register and pay, including adults.
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Yoga: Rise and Shine Yoga – Wednesdays 10/4 - 10/25 (ages 16+)2023-10-25T06:00:00Start your day with an invigorating yoga practice at Ernie Miller Nature Center. This is yoga for anybody. All are welcome, no experience necessary! This class will focus on gentle stretching, serenity, and rejuvenation and will be tailored to individual abilities. Please bring your mat to class. Instructor is Robin Olson-ERYT (Experienced Registered Yoga Teacher). For more information call 913-826-2800. Advanced registration required. Meet at the parking lot flagpole to walk into the building together at 6am.
4 - 1 hr. sessions - $34 / $37 nonresidents
Ernie Miller Nature Center Wed 10/4 - 10/25 6 am
Nature & Outdoors Refund Policy: Full refunds will be granted provided notification of cancellation is received five full business days prior to the start of the first class. No refunds will be issued after that time.
Ernie Miller Nature Center909 N. Hwy 7OlatheKS66061 Start your day with an invigorating yoga practice at Ernie Miller Nature Center. This is yoga for anybody. All are welcome, no experience necessary! This class will focus on gentle stretching, serenity, and rejuvenation and will be tailored to individual abilities. Please bring your mat to class. Instructor is Robin Olson-ERYT (Experienced Registered Yoga Teacher). For more information call 913-826-2800. Advanced registration required. Meet at the parking lot flagpole to walk into the building together at 6am.
4 - 1 hr. sessions - $34 / $37 nonresidents
Ernie Miller Nature Center Wed 10/4 - 10/25 6 am
Nature & Outdoors Refund Policy: Full refunds will be granted provided notification of cancellation is received five full business days prior to the start of the first class. No refunds will be issued after that time.
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Fall Public Hayride at Shawnee Mission Park2023-10-28T14:30:00Enjoy the outdoors with a hayride through Oak Ridge Parklands at Shawnee Mission Park. Your hayride concludes with a warm campfire where marshmallows and apple cider await. Advanced registration required. Children 2 and under are free.
Each Hayride is an hour followed by an hour at the campfire site.
1 - 2 hr. session - $11 / 12 nonresidents
Address for the hayrides is 7460 Ogg Road, Shawnee KS 66218
Nature & Outdoors Refund Policy: Full refunds will be granted provided notification of cancellation is received five full business days prior to the start of class. No refunds will be issued after that time.
Shawnee Mission Park7460 Ogg RoadShawneeKS66218 Enjoy the outdoors with a hayride through Oak Ridge Parklands at Shawnee Mission Park. Your hayride concludes with a warm campfire where marshmallows and apple cider await. Advanced registration required. Children 2 and under are free.
Each Hayride is an hour followed by an hour at the campfire site.
1 - 2 hr. session - $11 / 12 nonresidents
Address for the hayrides is 7460 Ogg Road, Shawnee KS 66218
Nature & Outdoors Refund Policy: Full refunds will be granted provided notification of cancellation is received five full business days prior to the start of class. No refunds will be issued after that time.
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Haunted Tales (Ages 8+ & Adults)2023-10-28T19:30:00NEW! Beware of all things that go bump out of sight in the forest on a dark autumn night! Get shivers and goosebumps as stories are told of scary happenings from days of old. Enjoy one hour of scary stories at our outdoor amphitheater and then take a night hike on your own. The program is approximately 1.5 hours including the hike. Dress for the weather. For more information, call 913-826-2800. Advanced registration required. Minimum one paid adult per five paid children. Everyone attending must register and pay, including adults. Program fee is nonrefundable. In case of inclement weather, program will be held inside the nature center.
1 - 1.5 hr. event - $8 / $9 nonresidents, $10 per person on-site day of event, if space available.
Ernie Miller Park Amphitheater 10/28 Sat 7:30pm
Ernie Miller Park909 N Highway 7OlatheKS66061 NEW! Beware of all things that go bump out of sight in the forest on a dark autumn night! Get shivers and goosebumps as stories are told of scary happenings from days of old. Enjoy one hour of scary stories at our outdoor amphitheater and then take a night hike on your own. The program is approximately 1.5 hours including the hike. Dress for the weather. For more information, call 913-826-2800. Advanced registration required. Minimum one paid adult per five paid children. Everyone attending must register and pay, including adults. Program fee is nonrefundable. In case of inclement weather, program will be held inside the nature center.
1 - 1.5 hr. event - $8 / $9 nonresidents, $10 per person on-site day of event, if space available.
Ernie Miller Park Amphitheater 10/28 Sat 7:30pm
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