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Nature Days – Geology and Orienteering

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Date:

April 9

Time:

10:00 am - 11:30 am

Cost:

Free

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https://www.eventbrite.com/e/nature-days-geology-and-orienteering-tickets-780739291237

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April 9 @ 10:00 am - 11:30 am

Free

Nature Days Geology and Orienteering
Join San Antonio River Authority staff and discover the art of using a compass while interpreting the natural landscape of Jackson Nature Park. Explore and identify the different soil and rock types that appear throughout the park. You never know what you will find, so join us for these daytime hikes through this amazing nature park!
*Hike will be approximately 1-2 miles
FREE EVENT!! *Capacity for this event will be 20 Hikers and Registration is REQUIRED*
*Please note: Ticket cost will be refunded to the original payment method as long as you are present for the program. If you are not present for the program, the $5.00 payment will be donated to San Antonio River Foundation.
Tuesday, April 9th, 2024 from 10:00 am – 11:30 am
Jackson Nature Park
9284 County Rd 401
Stockdale, TX 78160

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Jackson Nature Park

9284 County Road 401
Stockdale, 78160 United States

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