CLARKSVILLE, Tenn. – 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.

RELATED CONTENT Dunbar Cave reopened for public tours

Sunday, June 7
8:00 – 9:15 p.m.
NIGHT HIKE
All ages
We will walk the one mile Short Loop Trail as the sun sets and darkness rises– we might hear owls, frogs and other creatures as we go.
RESERVATIONS BY 4:30 June 5.
Program Leader: Adam Neblett, Ranger

Monday, June 8
7:00 – 8:00 p.m.
PORT ROYAL EVENING WALK
All ages
We will take the ½ mile River Bottom Trail and see what plants and creatures we can find. Meet at the River Bottom Trail Head at Port Royal Historic Park.
RESERVATIONS BY 4:30 June 6.
Program Leader: Adam Neblett, Park Ranger

Tuesday, June 9
10:00 – 11:30 a.m.
CAVE HIKE
Ages 5 – adult
CAVE HIKE RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS
To go on a cave hike, you must have a reservation. Reservation can be made only during office hours (8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. M-F), and can be made by phone or in person. Hike is limited to 20 persons.

8:00 – 9:30 p.m.
PARK BY FLASHLIGHT HIKE
All ages
Hike the one mile trail by flashlight as we see what we can find after the park closes for the night. Bring a flashlight (one per person), water and wear your bug spray.
RESERVATIONS REQUIRED BY 4:30 JUNE 7.
Program Leader: Amy Wallace, Interpretive Specialist

Wednesday, June 10
10:00 – 11:30 a.m.
CAVE HIKE
Ages 5 – adult
See Tuesday, June 9 for details on cave hikes.

Thursday, June 11
10:00 – 11:30 a.m.
CAVE HIKE
Ages 5 – adult
See Tuesday, June 9 for details on cave hikes.

3:00 — 4:00 p.m.
CREEPY CRAWLEY DETECTIVE
Ages 5-12
Leave your prejudice against bugs at home and come join us in the hunt for some of our smallest park inhabitants. We’ll start with a short hike to track down forest logs, then spend time finding and identifying the critters that call our fallen trees home. Be ready for an interactive quiz when we get back!
RESERVATIONS REQUIRED BY 4:30 JUNE 10.
Program Leader: Kala Downey, Seasonal Interpretive Ranger

5:30 — 6:30 p.m.
AFTERNOON HIKE
All Ages
Now that you’ve avoided the heat of the day, come join us for a 1 mile hike as the temperature drops. We’ll identify plants and animals we see along the way, and answer any questions you may have about the park and its history.
RESERVATIONS REQUIRED BY 4:30 JUNE 10.
Program Leader: Kala Downey, Seasonal Interpretive Ranger

6:00 p.m. FRIENDS OF DUNBAR CAVE MEETING
In the Visitor Center AV Room

Friday, June 12
10:00 – 11:30 a.m.
CAVE HIKE
Ages 5 – adult
See Tuesday, June 9 for details on cave hikes.

2:00 — 3:30 p.m.
THORNS AND THREATS
Ages 5-12
We all know most animals bite back, but did you know plants can too? Spend the afternoon learning just how similar plants and animals are in their struggle to survive. Then apply your new knowledge with a game of bingo.
RESERVATIONS REQUIRED BY 4:30 JUNE 11.
Program Leader: Kala Downey, Seasonal Interpretive Ranger

4:00 — 5:30 p.m.
AFTERNOON HIKE
All Ages
Work up an appetite with this 2 mile hike. Brief stops will be made to identify any interesting creatures and plants found on the trail. Wear sturdy shoes and bring water if you wish.
RESERVATIONS REQUIRED BY 4:30 JUNE 11.
Program Leader: Kala Downey, Seasonal Interpretive Ranger

Saturday, June 13
10:00 – 11:30 a.m.
CAVE HIKE
Ages 5 – adult
See Tuesday, June 9 for details on cave hikes.