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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24 hours ago

🦈 Walter B. Jacobs Nature Center participated at the Shreveport Police Department’s annual Fishing Camp with four to discuss with the children who visited our booth in groups led by their teachers. As always, we are grateful to our trained volunteers Travis & Jude Owen, who is also our Junior Naturalist, Shari Anderson and Victoria Coate

🚤The event for local youth and families took place at Shreveport Police Cross Lake Patrol.

🎣Children ages 6 and up came out, cast a line, and make lasting memories with Shreveport Police officers and members of the community.

💦The event is designed to promote positive interaction, outdoor recreation, and family fun in a safe and welcoming environment. ... See MoreSee Less

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5 days ago

Could you spend a night in this shelter? 🌲🏕️

Today at Wild Child Summer Camp, our campers put their outdoor skills to the test by building primitive shelters using natural materials they found around them. Working together, they learned how to choose a good location, create a sturdy framework, and make a shelter that could help protect them from the elements.

The adventure didn’t stop there! Campers also learned basic archery skills, practiced setting up tents on their own, and made paracord bracelets to take home.

It’s amazing to watch these young adventurers gain confidence, learn new skills, and connect with nature one day at a time! 🌿🏹☀️

Oh and we found a frog too! 🐸 ... See MoreSee Less

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6 days ago

Wild Child Summer Camp is off to a fantastic start this summer! 🌿☀️

So far, campers have been learning about dangerous plants and animals, building important outdoor skills, and exploring the natural world around them. Today was especially exciting as we caught a record number of fish on Caddo Lake Drift In Bait & Tackle! 🎣

As a special bonus, we brought the fish back to Walter B. Jacobs Nature Center and used them as enrichment for our American Bald Eagle. Campers got a front-row seat as they watched her hunt, catch, and enjoy the fish a truly unforgettable wildlife experience! 🦅

We can’t wait to see what adventures the rest of the summer has in store! ... See MoreSee Less

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