City of College Station

TEXAS HUNTER’S SAFETY CERTIFICATION COURSE • REGISTRATION ENDS THE FRIDAY BEFORE THE FIRST CLASS DAY
Ages 9+ must successfully complete this course to legally hunt in Texas. Anyone under the age of 13 must be accompanied by a parent. The day of class, participants must pay an additional $5 in cash to Texas Parks & Wildlife to cover the certificate cost.

Ages 9+ • $20 • Sat. • April 24 • 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Ages 9+ • $20 • Sat. • July 31 • 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Ages 9+ • $20 • Sat. • Aug. 21 • 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

MINI CAMPS
Qualified program coordinators specially plan each camp to ensure your child has fun and learns the presented skills. Campers are asked to bring a lunch, two snacks, and a water bottle. Lunch is from noon-1 p.m. Limited spots are available.

SILLY SCIENCE • REGISTRATION ENDS MAY 28
Be prepared to get silly with science! Discover the quirky things nature and science offer as we dive into experiments, engineering, and crazy crafts.

Ages 7-12 • $200 • Tue.-Fri. • June 1-4 • 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

DIGGING FOR DINOSAURS • REGISTRATION ENDS JUNE 4
Get ready to dig for dinosaurs. Learn how to identify a dinosaur, play games, and create dino-sized crafts.

Ages 7-12 • $200 • Mon.-Fri. • June 7-11 • 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

AROUND THE WORLD • REGISTRATION ENDS JUNE 11
Grab your passports and prepare to explore creatures from around the world. Discover different regions and enjoy related crafts, music, and activities. 

Ages 7-12 • $200 • Mon.-Fri. • June 14-18 • 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

AQUATIC SCIENCE • REGISTRATION ENDS JUNE 18
Sink your hands into aquatic fun as you explore the depths of the vast ocean like a marine scientist. Enjoy pirate and mermaid themed games and activities.

Ages 7-12 • $200 • Mon.-Fri. • June 21-25 • 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

A BUG’S LIFE • REGISTRATION ENDS JUNE 25
Discover the amazing insects, arachnids, and other crawlers and flyers around Lick Creek Park. Prepare to catch bugs and learn how they help our ecosystem.

Ages 7-12 • $200 • Mon.-Fri. • June 28-July 2 • 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

NATURE DETECTIVES • REGISTRATION ENDS JULY 2
Think like a detective as you explore nature by solving problems, searching for clues, asking questions, and observing the great outdoors. 

Ages 7-12 • $200 • Tue.-Fri. • July 6-9 • 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

ANIMAL PLANET • REGISTRATION ENDS JULY 9
Learn about our planet and the animals that inhabit it. Discover how animals use their senses and defenses, and how to become a wildlife hero. 

Ages 7-12 • $200 • Mon.-Fri. • July 12-16 • 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

ADVENTURELAND • REGISTRATION ENDS JULY 16
Conduct adventures, activities, and games along Lick Creek Park trails. Be prepared for fun, action-filled challenges that test your critical thinking and problem-solving skills. 

Ages 7-12 • $200 • Mon.-Fri. • July 19-23 • 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

OUT OF THIS WORLD • REGISTRATION ENDS JULY 23
Three, two, one, blast off! Take a closer look at outer space as we discover and explore planets, galaxies, and constellations. Create your own planets, spaceships, and more.

Ages 7-12 • $200 • Mon.-Fri. • July 26-30 • 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

TEXAS HUNTER’S SAFETY CERTIFICATION COURSE • REGISTRATION ENDS THE FRIDAY BEFORE THE FIRST CLASS DAY
Ages 9+ must successfully complete this course to legally hunt in Texas. Anyone under the age of 13 must be accompanied by a parent. The day of class, participants must pay an additional $5 in cash to Texas Parks & Wildlife to cover the certificate cost.

Ages 9+ • $20 • Sat. • April 24 • 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Ages 9+ • $20 • Sat. • July 31 • 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Ages 9+ • $20 • Sat. • Aug. 21 • 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

Create a unique birthday experience for your young explorers to celebrate their special day. B’EARTHday Packages can be purchased in addition to your Lick Creek Nature Center rental (meeting room, outdoor classroom or amphitheater). Packages include an hour-long activity and hike led by members of the Lick Creek Nature Center staff. Choose a party based on the child’s interests and age group. B’EARTHday Packages must be booked at least two weeks in advance. For more information, call 979.764.6216 or email blittlefield@cstx.gov.

BUGGIN’ OUT
Get ready to discover the insects that call Lick Creek Park home. Our hike will include a scavenger hunt as we explore the habitats and food sources of local bugs. Activities include crafts and exhibits showcasing our many-legged friends.

Ages 3-8 • $75 + facility rental • March 1-Nov. 22

DIGGIN’ FOR DINOS
Calling all explorers! We need your expertise as we discover what makes dinosaurs so great. Activities include digging for dinosaurs, creating our very own fossils, and observing dinosaur characteristics. Kids will enjoy a fun lesson in an exciting and enriching hands-on environment. 

Ages 4-8 • $75 + facility rental • All Seasons 

GROW AS WE GO
Sharpen your horticulture skills as we take a look at the plants growing around us. We’ll discover what plants need to survive and the importance of our interactions with the environment. Activities include crafts, a hike, and planting your own seeds.

Ages 7-12 • $75 + facility rental • All Seasons 

PRICING
All fees are for parties of 10 children. Each additional child is $10, with a 15-child maximum. The birthday child and their siblings under 3 years of age are free and do not count toward your party.

RENTERS' RESPONSIBILITIES 
Renters are required to supervise the party and ensure that educational items in the room are used properly and put away. A minimum of two adult chaperones are required at all times, including on the hike. Renters are responsible for adhering to the rental policies regarding set-up and clean-up.

FACILITY RENTALS
Fees are per hour with a $200 deposit. Two-hour minimum.

MEETING ROOM
Non-Resident - $120
Resident - $100

OUTDOOR CLASSROOM
Non-Resident - $42
Resident - $35

AMPHITHEATER
Non-Resident - $42
Resident - $35

FACILITY PHOTOS
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RENTALS DETAILS
Rentals are on a first-come, first-served basis and will not be held without proper documentation and fees. Reservations can be made by calling 979.764.6216 or by visiting the Lick Creek Nature Center, Monday-Friday from 8 a.m.-1 p.m.

DEPOSITS
A security deposit is required for rentals. Portions or all of the deposit will be forfeited if damage, extra maintenance, or extraordinary cleanup occurs as a result of rental. Deposits will be refunded on the following conditions: (1) terms of your rental have been met, (2) facilities are left in good condition, or (3) cancellation procedures have been followed.

CANCELLATION & REFUNDS
Customers must cancel three days prior to the rental date to be eligible for a refund. If a cancellation is made fewer than three days prior to rental date, deposits will be forfeited. Refunds are processed within 30 days of request by check. No cash refunds will be issued.

FACILITY RENTAL REQUEST FORM
Click here to request a rental. Submittal of this request form does not guarantee availability for the facility and date(s) requested.

FREE EQUIPMENT RENTALS
Check out binoculars, field guides and Junior Naturalist Adventure packs at the Nature Center during hours of operation. A driver’s license is required for checkout and will be held at the nature center until items are returned.