By Dunbar Cave State Natural Area

Programs are free unless noted otherwise. All programs require reservations BY THE DEADLINE LISTED.

Programs with no reservations by the deadline will be canceled.

All programs begin at the Visitor Center unless another site is listed.

Children must be accompanied by an adult (one adult for each three children).

Age limits are definite – please do not sign up a child who is younger or older than the age limits given.

Call (931) 648-5526 for reservations.

*Designates program that meets Junior Ranger requirements

Sunday, July 20
8:30 – 10:00 a.m.
BUGS, SLUGS AND OTHER UUGS *
Ages 4-adult
Let’s look for the creepy crawlies that hide under rocks and logs!
RESERVATIONS BY 4:30 JULY 18.
Program Leader: Amy Wallace, Interpretive Specialist

8:00 – 9:30 p.m.
NATIONAL MOTH WEEK*
All Ages
Bring your cameras and field guides out to Dunbar Cave to see what kinds of moths we can find in our light trap. We will set up a very specialized attractant to bring in really neat moths and other nocturnal insects. All species found will be turned in to the Butterflies and Moths of North America database.
RESERVATIONS BY 4:30 July 18.
Program Leader: Shawn Settle, Seasonal Interpretive Ranger

Monday, July 21
3:30 – 5:00 p.m.
LAKE LIFE*
Ages 5 – 10
What animals and plants live in and around the lake? Learn the answer through books and a short hike.
RESERVATIONS BY 4:30 July 19.
Program Leader: Amy Wallace, Interpretive Specialist

7:30 – 8:00 p.m.
“BUGS” DVD SHOWING
All Ages
If you don’t want to be outside in the heat but still want to learn about bugs and other insects, join us for this indoor program.
RESERVATIONS BY 4:30 July 19.
Program Leader: Amy Wallace, Interpretive Specialist

Tuesday, July 22
7:00 – 8:00 p.m.
PORT ROYAL HISTORY WALK*
Ages 5- adult
Join us for a walk around Port Royal Historic Area to learn what it was like in the past. Meet at the upper
parking lot (beside the Visitor Center).
RESERVATIONS BY 4:30 July 20.
Program Leader: Adam Neblett, Ranger

Wednesday, July 23
7:15 – 8:30 p.m.
EVENING NATURE HIKE*
All ages
We will take the easy Lake Trail to see what else is out around the water as the day ends and the sun goes down.
RESERVATIONS BY 4:30 July 21.
Program Leader: Adam Neblett, Ranger

Thursday, July 24
10:30 – 11:30 a.m.
BASIC TRAIL FIRST AID
Ages 5 and Up
Do you like to hike or spend time in the woods? Have you ever wondered how to treat some of the more common injuries encountered while hiking? Join us on a short hike around the natural area and practice some basic trail first aid as we walk.
RESERVATIONS BY 4:30 July 22.
Program Leader: Shawn Settle, Seasonal Interpretive Ranger

Friday, July 25
10:00 – 11:00 a.m.
KIDS NATURE GAMES
All Ages
Bring out the kids for fun games that will allow them to understand nature and enjoy the outdoors. Please have clothing that can get dirty and be ready to have fun.
RESERVATIONS BY 4:30 July 23.
Program Leader: Shawn Settle, Seasonal Interpretive Ranger

Saturday, July 26
3:00 – 5:00 p.m.
COOLING AT THE CAVE
All ages The Friends of Dunbar Cave present a throwback to Dunbar’s past as a music and dance cave. The Cumberland Winds Jazz Group will play at the cool cave entrance as you play games and enjoy homemade refreshments.
Free, refreshments provided with a donation. T-shirts and memberships available to purchase. There will also be a silent auction of various items to raise funds for the Friends group and the good work they do for the park.
No reservations needed.

8:00 – 9:30 p.m.
NATIONAL MOTH WEEK
All Ages
Bring your cameras and field guides out to Dunbar Cave to see what kinds of moths we can find in our light trap. We will set up a very specialized attractant to bring in really neat moths and other nocturnal insects. All species found will be turned in to the Butterflies and Moths of North America database.
RESERVATIONS BY 4:30 July 24.
Program Leader: Shawn Settle, Seasonal Interpretive Ranger