General Information
1851 South Dixie Drive
St. George, UT 84770
TNC: (435) 627-4590
Recreation Center: (435) 627-4560
Tonaquint Park is an oasis of nature in the heart of St. George. The ripple
of the Santa Clara river, the rustle of cattails and the screech of a red-tail
hawk are experiences to discover at St. George's best kept secret. Located
at 1851 South Dixie Drive, just west of Southgate
Golf Course, Tonaquint Nature Center offers outdoor educational programs
for all ages.
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Educational Programs
Local professionals and experts in various nature-related fields host fascinating
programs for the Family Nature Night and Wild Wednesday lecture series.
Family Nature Nights are a fun, relaxing and educational evenings designed
for families. The Family Nature Nights are held the first and third Mondays
of the month at 7:00 PM. Admission is free and there are refreshments served
after each presentation.
The Wild Wednesday program is geared towards adults, however children are
invited but must be supervised by an adult. The Wild Wednesdays are held
the third Wednesday of each month at 12:00 NOON, except for June and July.
The summer Wild Wednesday are held at 7:00 PM. Admission is free and the
public is invited to attend.
For an updated list of monthly
topics for either program please contact the Nature Center at (435) 627-4590,
the St. George Recreation Center at (435) 627-4560 or the City of St. George
event calendar.
Throughout the months of June and July, the Tonaquint Nature Center hosts
an interactive nature day camp for ages 4+ to 5th grade. Each day of camp is filled
with new adventures, exciting experiments and opportunities to experience
nature at its finest. Contact the St. George Recreation Center at (435)
627-4560 for upcoming camp dates, fees and registration deadlines.
Volunteer
The Tonquint Nature Center is operated by the City
of St. George Leisure Services Department. The Nature Center relies
on volunteers to host many of the programs. If you have a special area of
interest or expertise and would like to to contribute your skills, please
contact the Nature Center at (435) 627-4590 or the St.
George Recreation Center at (435) 627-4560.
Visits and Reservations
Attention
School Teachers, Scoutmasters, Naturalists and Outdoor Educators
We encourage use of the Tonaquint Nature Center facility for any outdoor
educational activity or program. To schedule visits or to reserve the facility,
please call the St.
George Recreation Center at (435) 627-4560.
Wildlife Photographs
Check out these exciting photos taken at the Tonaquint Nature Center by
photographer Larry Fitzgerald.
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Photographs ©2001 Larry Fitzgerald
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