Join us October 5th, 2024 for the Fall Tarantula Fest.
Come to the Coe Park Tarantula Fest and rub elbows (so to speak) with some of our fuzzy, friendly eight-legged guests of honor. The event is held at the headquarters campground, which has breathtaking views across the ridges and canyons of the backcountry.
- Join in on fun and interactive activities designed just for kids!
- Meet live birds of prey and other local wildlife with presentations by the Wildlife Education and Rehabilitation Center (WERC)
- Get up close to live tarantulas and snakes
- Learn about some of the animals that live in Coe
- Join a volunteer-led hike to spot tarantulas in their natural habitat
- Listen to experts in geology, biology, and ornithology as they share fascinating insights through engaging talks and exhibits
- Discover how you can contribute to citizen science and make a positive impact in your local community
- Learn the exciting hobby of geocaching and embark on a guided treasure hunt
- Take a peek inside a live, working bee hive
- Explore and climb aboard an official state park fire engine (if available)
- Learn about controlled burns. Why are they important
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