Next date: Wednesday, May 13, 2026 | 05:00 PM to 06:30 PM
Curious about the nature? Drop in and explore the outdoors with GP Nature Club at our Nature Club Pop-Up events! These casual, come-and-go gatherings invite families and nature lovers of all ages to connect with local parks through hands-on activities, guided exploration, and fun environmental learning.
Whether you’re spotting wildlife, learning about native plants, or simply enjoying fresh air with friends, each pop-up offers a unique way to experience Grand Prairie’s beautiful park system.
Upcoming Events
Nature Club Pop-Up: Wildlife Watch Date: Tuesday, May 13 Time: 5:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Location: Fish Creek Linear Park
Nature Club Pop-Up: Survival Skills Date: Tuesday, May 20 Time: 5:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Location: Mi Familia Park
Nature Club Pop-Up: Fishing Fun Date: Tuesday, August 26 Time: 5:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Location: Mike Lewis Park
Event Details
May 13 – Wildlife Watch
Explore hands-on “discovery boxes” with real animal artifacts
Experience live animal encounters with a Creature Teacher
Examine skulls, pelts, tracks, and scat samples
Learn how to identify local wildlife in Texas parks
Discover how animals live, eat, and survive in the wild
Match animal tracks and signs to the creatures that made them
Ask questions and interact with nature up close
May 20 – Survival Skills
Learn how to find and purify water safely
Try basic knot-tying techniques for outdoor survival
Pack a backpack with essential survival gear for a day outdoors
Learn basic first aid skills for common outdoor situations
Build a simple compass craft and learn how to use it
Learn to identify animal tracks and plants
Aug 26 – Fishing Fun
Learn to identify common local fish species
Discover what different fish eat and how to choose bait
Create your own bobber at a hands-on crafting station
Practice casting techniques on land before fishing
Try real fishing and test your new skills
Grand Prairie
Free