Week of Events
“Phantom of the Universe – The Hunt for Dark Matter”
“Phantom of the Universe – The Hunt for Dark Matter”
From the journey of protons racing through the world’s largest particle collider in Europe to up-close views of the Big Bang and emergent cosmos, Phantom of the Universe is designed to immerse audiences in the search for dark matter. A collaboration of Lawrence Berkeley National Lab, University of Texas at Arlington, Michigan State University, IFIC […]
“Appalachian Skies”
“Appalachian Skies”
“Appalachian Skies” will take visitors on a majestic tour of the current evening sky using the spectacular Zeiss optical star projector instrument. Its fiber-optic generated star field is stunning and a pleasure to see. This live presentation is enhanced with additional content from our VELVET LED projectors for a wonderful, immersive experience. You don’t want […]
Wonder of Wolves
Wonder of Wolves
Experience the chilling sounds of the wolf call as our naturalists and/or volunteers talk about our pack and share interesting facts about socialization and behaviors. Meet at the wolf habitat. Tickets can be purchased in the Nature Center on the day of the program. The cost is $3 per person for non-members. Photo by Jay […]
“Phantom of the Universe – The Hunt for Dark Matter”
“Phantom of the Universe – The Hunt for Dark Matter”
From the journey of protons racing through the world’s largest particle collider in Europe to up-close views of the Big Bang and emergent cosmos, Phantom of the Universe is designed to immerse audiences in the search for dark matter. A collaboration of Lawrence Berkeley National Lab, University of Texas at Arlington, Michigan State University, IFIC […]
“Appalachian Skies”
“Appalachian Skies”
“Appalachian Skies” will take visitors on a majestic tour of the current evening sky using the spectacular Zeiss optical star projector instrument. Its fiber-optic generated star field is stunning and a pleasure to see. This live presentation is enhanced with additional content from our VELVET LED projectors for a wonderful, immersive experience. You don’t want […]
“Phantom of the Universe – The Hunt for Dark Matter”
“Phantom of the Universe – The Hunt for Dark Matter”
From the journey of protons racing through the world’s largest particle collider in Europe to up-close views of the Big Bang and emergent cosmos, Phantom of the Universe is designed to immerse audiences in the search for dark matter. A collaboration of Lawrence Berkeley National Lab, University of Texas at Arlington, Michigan State University, IFIC […]
First Day Hike on Cliffside Trail
First Day Hike on Cliffside Trail
Start the New Year off on the right foot with Bays Mountain Park's annual First Day Hike! Join Bays Mountain Park staff on a strenuous guided hike around our frost-covered ridge. Following along the Cliffside Trail, hikers will complete a 1.5 mile route on a crisp, quiet New Year's morning. Stopping along at several overlooks […]
First Day Hike along Lakeside Trail
First Day Hike along Lakeside Trail
Start the New Year off on the right foot with Bays Mountain Park's annual First Day Hike! Join Bays Mountain Park staff on a moderate guided hike around our frost-covered lake. Following along the Lakeside Trail, hikers will complete an energizing 2.75 mile route on a crisp, quiet New Year's morning. Please dress appropriately for […]
“One Sky: Finding Patterns”
“One Sky: Finding Patterns”
This program is the second of two programs featuring short stories that represent the perspective of a different culture or indigenous society from around the globe. In this second part, we present four stories from different parts of the world centered around the theme of “Finding Patterns.” Each story focuses on the part of the […]
New Year’s Planetarium Yoga for Strength
New Year’s Planetarium Yoga for Strength
Join us to celebrate your new year with a truly immersive yoga class at Bays Mountain. This class will be given in Bays Mountain’s one of a kind planetarium that has no equal. From dawn to dusk, the planetarium will simulate a day’s journey while students participate in a strength-centered yoga class. Concentric, eccentric and […]
Herpetarium Keeper Talk
Herpetarium Keeper Talk
Come meet our animal care staff and learn a little bit about our resident amphibians and reptiles. This is a free program. Pre-registration is not required.
“One Sky: Finding Patterns”
“One Sky: Finding Patterns”
This program is the second of two programs featuring short stories that represent the perspective of a different culture or indigenous society from around the globe. In this second part, we present four stories from different parts of the world centered around the theme of “Finding Patterns.” Each story focuses on the part of the […]
“One Sky: Finding Patterns”
“One Sky: Finding Patterns”
This program is the second of two programs featuring short stories that represent the perspective of a different culture or indigenous society from around the globe. In this second part, we present four stories from different parts of the world centered around the theme of “Finding Patterns.” Each story focuses on the part of the […]
Dining with The Wolves
Dining with The Wolves
See the wolf pack enjoy a tasty meal. Meet at the Wolf Habitat. Free Program! Photo by Jay Huron
“Appalachian Skies”
“Appalachian Skies”
“Appalachian Skies” will take visitors on a majestic tour of the current evening sky using the spectacular Zeiss optical star projector instrument. Its fiber-optic generated star field is stunning and a pleasure to see. This live presentation is enhanced with additional content from our VELVET LED projectors for a wonderful, immersive experience. You don’t want […]
Bobcat Keeper Talk
Bobcat Keeper Talk
Come meet our animal care staff and learn a little bit about our resident bobcats, Carter and Cash. This is a free program. Pre-registration is not required.
“One Sky: Finding Patterns”
“One Sky: Finding Patterns”
This program is the second of two programs featuring short stories that represent the perspective of a different culture or indigenous society from around the globe. In this second part, we present four stories from different parts of the world centered around the theme of “Finding Patterns.” Each story focuses on the part of the […]