Visitors to explore nature at Bridgeland
Plans are in full swing for April 30 as Bridgeland hosts its ninth annual Nature Fest, an event that showcases a lively menagerie of creatures, characters and cuisines. Nature Fest will be held from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. at the community’s Oak Meadow Park at 17730 House Hahl Road.
Entry to Nature Fest and most activities are free, but a few will require tickets to participate. All proceeds raised will be donated to Habitat for Humanity Northwest Harris County, a nonprofit that builds affordable housing for families in need within northwest Harris County.
Renowned animal expert Grant Kemmerer and the Wild World of Animals will have three stage performances, showcasing a variety of exotic and endangered animals. Kemmerer will offer two meet-and-greet sessions. Kemmerer and his team specialize in educational and entertaining wildlife shows for a variety of events, and they have appeared on a number of TV shows.
At Nature Fest, animal acts will take the stage throughout the day and offer a chance to get up close and personal with some amazing creatures. The kids’ zone will have inflatables, a rock wall, train rides and outdoor laser tag, as well as pony rides and a petting zoo. Children will have an opportunity to get creative in the arts and crafts area.
In addition, there will be a variety of gourmet food trucks. Guests can take a spin in a whimsical butterfly with the Austin Bike Zoo. Austin Bike Zoo is an assembly that combines puppetry and mechanics to create pedal-powered animal art. The cycling clan will showcase two of its butterfly bikes, one of which is 15 feet tall. Visitors also can enjoy the lakes in a paddle boat, canoe or kayak and participate in a fly-fishing demonstration.
Visit www.bridgeland.com for information.