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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My son went to Dallas with his mother this weekend will y’all be doing this again this summer?
We had a great time! Thank you to all the staff that facilitated this fun event.
Abby & dad had fun!!
Family Adventure Day is a FREE event taking place Saturday, May 18 from 9am-12pm at Richard Fleming Park! Enjoy a morning of outdoor adventure with all equipment and instruction provided!
Ages 6 and up only.
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