Wetlands Park Friends

Wetlands Park Friends

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The First “Wetlands for the Summer: An Evening Lecture Series” Had a Packed House

The Thursday, June 11 event drew a record crowd!. Over 75 guests were there to...
Wetlands Park Friends booth under Dragonfly Domain sign

Discovery Day 2026: The Dragonfly Domain Table Was Well Attended

On Saturday, June 27, your Friends Tabling Team and Social Media Manager were busy supporting...
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The Yellow Warbler

What Cheery Bird Populates Wetlands Park at This Time of Year? The yellow warbler (Setophaga...
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The California Kingsnake

WHY IS THIS WETLANDS PARK RESIDENT CALLED THE “KING” OF SNAKES? What a beautiful snake! ...
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The Creosote Bush

What Wetlands Park Plant Releases a Pungent Scent Before and After It Rains? Found throughout...
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Friends School Bus Fund Drive Underway

Now through August 19, 2026, Friends is conducting a School Bus Fund Drive to help...
People at a "Raccoon Residence" event.

Wetlands Art Day Saw Its Highest Visitor Attendance Ever

Over 848 people participated in this year's Wetlands Art Day event--a record for Clark County...
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Friends Receives a Big Thank You from Thompson Elementary School

One of the Friends' key objectives is to help fund buses for elementary school field...
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It Was A Beautiful Day Exploring Ice Age Fossils State Park March 7!

The first Friends field trip of 2026 was a great success. Park Rangers and members...
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Two Founding Friends Honored at the Park’s Volunteer Appreciation Day 2026

Friends Annette White and Linda Wiltberger were both recognized for their 25 years and 26...