Walter B. Jacobs
Memorial Nature Park
Mission:
The Walter B. Jacobs Memorial Nature Park is dedicated to helping the citizens of Northwest Louisiana connect with nature by conserving a pine-oak-hickory forest for interpretation and recreation.
Vision:
The Walter B. Jacobs Memorial Nature Park is the recognized center for outdoor interpretation in northwestern Louisiana.
Located three miles west of Blanchard, the 160-acre nature park contains a pine-oak-hickory forest accessible by five miles of nature trails. The park has an interpretive building, a rentable pavilion with restrooms, a handicapped-accessible trail, and several naturalists who provide information and interpretation to park visitors. Nature oriented programs are available on an appointment basis.
Programs and Activities:
Park Naturalists offer a wide variety of programs, field trips camps, annual events, and more. Check the Nature Education page for more information and to see upcoming events.
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An Introduction to Acrylic Painting workshop
We have painted a winter forest covered with snow. As usual we had a fun and pleasant time. My fellow artists did a wonderful job. We will paint a Xmas ornament on a tree cookie next time. See you in December folks. Remember the events and activities on our Facebook! ... See MoreSee Less
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I always have so much fun at these workshops
Sorry I missed this one - so pretty!!! I’m watching to sign up for December’s on Facebook. 👏👏😁
Travis Kemp-davis and I had a great time! Thank you for the classes. ❤️
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