Walter B. Jacobs
Memorial Nature Park

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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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2 hours ago

Cypress Baptist Church Day School visited us for an Owls of Louisiana program. After the classroom session, we went outside to visit the Birds of Prey aviary where they saw a Bald Eagle, a Great Horned Owl, two Barred Owls, an E. Screech Owl and a Turkey Vulture. Afterward a short trail hike. ... See MoreSee Less

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8 hours ago

🌿🐾 Wild Child Camp – Junior Naturalist Week! 🐾🌿

What an amazing week of exploration for our Junior Naturalists!

This week, campers traveled across some of our region’s most incredible natural areas, including Kisatchie National Forest, Red River National Wildlife Refuge, and, of course, Walter B. Jacobs Nature Center. Along the way, they learned about forests, wetlands, birds, reptiles, and the many plants and animals that call Louisiana home.

Campers hiked woodland trails, explored creeks, searched for wildlife, discovered rare native plants, and learned how ecosystems work together. They observed birds in the field, learned about the longleaf pine ecosystem, and experienced firsthand why protecting natural habitats is so important.

Back at the Nature Center, campers enjoyed special encounters with our animal ambassadors. They met our American Kestrel, helped feed our Bald Eagle, and got up close with our Ambassador Alligator while learning about each species and their role in the environment.

From wilderness adventures to hands-on wildlife experiences, this week was filled with discovery, curiosity, and a deeper connection to the natural world. We are so proud of our young naturalists and their enthusiasm for learning outdoors!

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#WildChildCamp #JuniorNaturalists #WalterBJacobsNatureCenter #KisatchieNationalForest #RedRiverNationalWildlifeRefuge #OutdoorEducation #NatureExploration #FutureNaturalists #NatureIsTheBestClassroom ... See MoreSee Less

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2 days ago

🐾🥾TAILS TO TRAILS IS BACK AT WBJ!🥾🐾
Join us for one of our favorite adoption events this Saturday, June 27th from 10AM-1PM at Walter B. Jacobs Memorial Nature Park! We are excited to partner once again with the parks department for our "Tails to Trails" program! We will be taking adoptable dogs to the nature park for some fresh air and exercise on the hiking trails! Come meet some great dogs and take home a new best friend! The adoption fee is $75 and includes the spay/neuter, microchip, and vaccinations. We hope that you will join us!🐶
❤ADOPT, DON'T SHOP---And remember, and pet is a lifetime commitment, so please be sure before you adopt!❤

📌Please dress appropriately and wear sturdy shoes/boots if you plan to hike with the dogs! And bring a water bottle and insect repellant!

🗺️ Trail maps will be provided.

LOCATION:
Walter B. Jacobs Memorial Nature Park
8012 Blanchard-Furrh Rd.
Shreveport, LA 71107 ... See MoreSee Less

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