April events at Fort Churchill State Historic Park
SILVER SPRINGS, Nev. – Fort Churchill State Historic Park is offering a variety of ranger-led programs during the month of April. Programs highlight the area’s rich history and abundant natural resources.
Starry, Starry Night: Experience the awesome night sky over Fort Churchill State Historic Park. Enjoy a tour of the celestial neighborhood while talking about the night sky as a remarkable natural resource to be celebrated and enjoyed. Please dress for the weather. Red lights are encouraged.
WHEN: Saturday, April 14, 8:15 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
WHERE: Meet at the Fort Churchill Museum. Fort Churchill is located 8 miles south of the
Highway 95A/Highway 50 intersection on Highway 95A at 10000 Highway 95A, Silver Springs,
NV.
COST: Park entrance fees apply, $5.00 per vehicle. There is no additional cost to participate in the program.
CONTACT: Kristin Sanderson, 775-577-4880, bucklandstation@hdiss.net
Twilight Trek
Have you ever wondered what happens at Fort Churchill after the sun goes down? Join a park interpreter for a special evening exploration of the park. Learn about the animals that are active between dusk and dawn, and the adaptions that allow them to survive and thrive in the dark. Please bring plenty of water, comfortable closed-toe shoes and a flashlight.
WHEN: Friday, April 20, 7:30 p.m. - 8:45 p.m.
WHERE: Meet at the John C. Fremont Picnic Area at Fort Churchill. Fort Churchill is
Located 8 miles south of the Highway 95A/Highway 50 intersection on Highway 95A at 10000
Highway 95A, Silver Springs, NV.
COST: Park entrance fees apply, $5.00 per vehicle. There is no additional cost to participate in the program.
CONTACT: Kristin Sanderson, 775-577-4880, bucklandstation@hdiss.net
History Hike
Bring your walking shoes and join a park interpreter for a short hike (less than 1 mile) around historic Fort Churchill. See the fort ruins, learn about the early history of the area and hear stories about daily life at a frontier fort. Please bring plenty of water, sun protection and comfortable closed-toe shoes. Cameras, binoculars and insect repellant are also encouraged.
WHEN: Saturday, April 28, 10:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.
WHERE: Meet at the Fort Churchill Museum. Fort Churchill is located 8 miles south of the
Highway 95A/Highway 50 intersection on Highway 95A at 10000 Highway 95A, Silver Springs,
NV.
COST: Park entrance fees apply, $5.00 per vehicle. There is no additional cost to participate in the program.
CONTACT: Kristin Sanderson, 775-577-4880, bucklandstation@hdiss.net
Reading with a Ranger
Join a park interpreter at Buckland Station for story time. Visitors will explore the area’s rich cultural and natural history through children’s books and activities. Let this be the perfect beginning or end to an afternoon spent in and around Fort Churchill State Historic Park. This program is designed for children ages 4-8, but all are welcome to participate.
WHEN: Saturday, April 28, 2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
WHERE: Historic Buckland Station. Buckland Station is located approximately 9 miles south of
the Highway 95A/Highway 50 intersection on Highway 95A.
COST: There is no cost to participate in the program.
CONTACT: Kristin Sanderson, 775-577-4880, bucklandstation@hdiss.net
Coffee with a Ranger
Bring your favorite mug and join a ranger for some early morning conversation. Ask questions, learn about the park, share your experiences and make new friends.
WHEN: Sunday, April 29, 8:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
WHERE: Walk-in campsite at the Samuel Buckland Campground at Fort Churchill. Fort
Churchill is located 8 miles south of the Highway 95A/Highway 50 intersection on Highway
95A at 10000 Highway 95A, Silver Springs, NV.
COST: Park entrance fees apply, $5.00 per vehicle. There is no additional cost to participate in the program.
CONTACT: Kristin Sanderson, 775-577-4880, bucklandstation@hdiss.net
More info at parks.nv.gov/events
— Jenny Ramella is the education and information officer for Nevada State Parks
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