River Bend Nature Center

River Bend Nature Center Dedicated to Connecting People with the Natural Environment of Texas. Our most popular attractions are the Ruby N.
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River Bend Nature Center (RBNC) in Wichita Falls, Texas is a twenty acre, private 501 c(3) non-profit environmental education facility that serves the communities of north Texas and southeastern Oklahoma. Uniquely placed in a conflux of geographical regions, River Bend connects people to their natural environment through educational activities, environmental awareness, and conservation examples. R

BNC recognizes that education is a fundamental tool for preserving the environmental and the personal health of a community. Priddy Butterfly and Nature Conservatory, Peyton’s Place, the Bryant Edwards Learning Center, the River Bottom Forest Trail, and the United Children’s Garden. We welcome you every day of the week to enjoy the sun, the clouds, the air, the plants, the birds, and the butterflies by touring the conservatory, walking the trails and gardens, or picnicking under the open air pavilion. There are many ways to explore the Rolling Plains at River Bend Nature Center.

🫧 POP into a morning of bubbly fun at River Bend Nature Center!Join us for Nature Tots: Bubble Bonanza, where little lea...
06/19/2026

🫧 POP into a morning of bubbly fun at River Bend Nature Center!

Join us for Nature Tots: Bubble Bonanza, where little learners will discover the science behind bubbles through stories, hands-on experiments, bubble play, and a colorful take-home craft.

Activities Include:
🫧 Bubble Science
💧 Air & Wind Exploration
🎨 Bubble Art
🏃 Bubble Chase Games

Perfect for children ages 2–6 and their caregivers!

Free for members and included with general admission.

More info: https://riverbendnaturecenter.org/event/nature-tots-bubble-bonanza/

Did you know Texas was once home to giant dinosaurs?Join us for an afternoon of prehistoric discovery as we explore the ...
06/18/2026

Did you know Texas was once home to giant dinosaurs?

Join us for an afternoon of prehistoric discovery as we explore the fascinating creatures that lived right here millions of years ago!

You'll:
🦴 Dig for fossils
👣 Investigate dinosaur tracks
🦖 Learn about Texas dinosaurs
🪨 Create your own fossil imprint

Bring the whole family and discover what it takes to be a Dino Detective!

More information:
https://riverbendnaturecenter.org/event/thursday-nature-program-dino-detective/

06/18/2026
A mysterious set of tracks has been discovered at River Bend...Can you solve the case?Join us for Dino Detectives, where...
06/17/2026

A mysterious set of tracks has been discovered at River Bend...

Can you solve the case?

Join us for Dino Detectives, where families will become paleontologists for the day! Follow dinosaur footprints, uncover fossils, learn about dinosaurs that once roamed Texas, and make a fossil imprint to take home.

🦖 Included with admission
🦴 All ages welcome

Details:
https://riverbendnaturecenter.org/event/thursday-nature-program-dino-detective/

Bubbles aren't just fun, they're science!Join us for Nature Tots: Bubble Bonanza and discover how soap, water, and air w...
06/16/2026

Bubbles aren't just fun, they're science!

Join us for Nature Tots: Bubble Bonanza and discover how soap, water, and air work together to create floating, shimmering bubbles. Children will explore, experiment, and create while learning through play.

💧 Hands-on activities
📖 Story time
🎨 Bubble craft
🫧 Lots of bubbles!

Perfect for ages 2–6.

More information: https://riverbendnaturecenter.org/event/nature-tots-bubble-bonanza/

Houseplants dying faster than you can buy them?We've got you covered.Join Michael Fiore from Smith's Gardentown as he sh...
06/16/2026

Houseplants dying faster than you can buy them?

We've got you covered.

Join Michael Fiore from Smith's Gardentown as he shares simple, practical tips to help your plants flourish. Bring your questions and leave with the confidence to become a successful plant parent.

🍷 Drinks Included
🧀 Hors d'oeuvres Included
🪴 Plant Knowledge Included

📅 June 26
⏰ 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
🎟️ Members $20 | Non-Members $25

Register now:
https://riverbendnaturecenter.org/event/sip-n-science-houseplants-101

A huge thank you to the ENJJPT Class 26-06 from SAFB for volunteering this morning! They helped us clean, w**d, and trim...
06/14/2026

A huge thank you to the ENJJPT Class 26-06 from SAFB for volunteering this morning! They helped us clean, w**d, and trim up the trails!

Can you make a square bubble?Join us for a bubbly afternoon of hands-on science as we put bubble wands to the test! Disc...
06/13/2026

Can you make a square bubble?

Join us for a bubbly afternoon of hands-on science as we put bubble wands to the test! Discover why bubbles form, learn about surface tension, and see if different shapes create different bubbles.

Then, help us make GIANT bubbles!

🫧 Discover How Bubbles Form
💧 Learn About Surface Tension
⭐ Test Bubble Wand Designs
🌈 Make Giant Bubbles

More info: https://riverbendnaturecenter.org/event/science-saturday-bubble-lab/

DIG INTO PREHISTORIC ADVENTURE! Become a Dino Detective at River Bend Nature Center! Young paleontologists will dig for ...
06/12/2026

DIG INTO PREHISTORIC ADVENTURE!
Become a Dino Detective at River Bend Nature Center! Young paleontologists will dig for fossils, investigate dinosaur tracks, discover amazing dinosaurs that once lived in Texas, and create their own fossil imprint to take home.

Activities Include:
🦴 Dig for Fossils
👣 Lead a Dino Track Investigation
🦖 Learn About Native Texas Dinosaurs
🪨 Make & Take a Fossil Imprint

Perfect for dinosaur lovers of all ages!

Learn more:
https://riverbendnaturecenter.org/event/thursday-nature-program-dino-detective/

Looking for a unique date night or friends night out?Join us for Sip N' Science: Houseplants 101 featuring Michael Fiore...
06/10/2026

Looking for a unique date night or friends night out?

Join us for Sip N' Science: Houseplants 101 featuring Michael Fiore of Smith's Gardentown.

Learn how to:
🪴 Keep houseplants alive and thriving
☀️ Understand light requirements
💧 Water with confidence
🌱 Avoid common plant parent mistakes

📅 June 26 | 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
🎟️ $20 Members | $25 Non-Members
🔞 Ages 21+

Reserve your spot today:
https://riverbendnaturecenter.org/event/sip-n-science-houseplants-101/

Address

2200 3rd Street
Wichita Falls, TX
76301

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 4pm
Sunday 12pm - 4pm

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