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Youth and teen programs.......11 – 12, 18
CHILDREN MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT NO CHARGE FOR SUPERVISING ADULT
Westwood Hills Nature Center, 8300 W. Franklin Ave. Westwood Hills Nature Center is a great resource for home school science learning activities! We can customize our outdoor recreation and natural history programs to fit a variety of ages and learning needs. Call 952.924.2544 for more information about scheduling a visit for a small group or homeschool cooperative.
Service projects
Looking for a service project for your community, scout or service group? Westwood can provide opportunities for park cleanups, plantings or other projects. Call 952.924.2544 for more information.
Scout programs
Westwood Hills Nature Center is a great resource for your scouting needs. We can customize our programs to meet your specific badge requirements, special awards and service projects. These activities provide scouts with the opportunity to build character and leadership, connect to the community, discover new things, collaborate with other scouts and have fun in an outdoor environment. Our 160acre facility includes wetland, prairie and forest habitats which are ideal for exploration and service projects. Call 952.924.2544 for more information.
Birthday parties
AGES 4+ Westwood Hills Nature Center, 8300 W. Franklin Ave. The new interpretive center at Westwood Hills Nature Center is the perfect venue for any birthday party. Birthday parties include a one-hour program led by one of our naturalists and another hour for gifts and food in a private party room. The cost below includes the two-hour room rental. Party guests will meet a live animal, hike outdoors and then celebrate in the party room. You bring the treats, tableware and presents.
Call 952.924.2544 for reservations.
FEE $110 per party (resident) / $120 (non-resident)
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Facility rentals
The Westwood Hills Nature Center is located on a 160-acre natural area.
This newly constructed facility houses a multipurpose space, accommodating up to 130 for meetings, weddings, galas, corporate events and other special occasions. The space also can be divided into three smaller rooms for meetings and events.
Venue equipment includes audiovisual equipment, dimmable lighting, a prep kitchen and a podium. Available to rent year round
FEE Maple conference room (capacity 16, two-hour minimum) $45 per hour (resident) $55 per hour (non-resident) Willow, Aspen or Oak (two-hour minimum) $50 per hour (resident) $60 per hour (non-resident) Entire facility: $1,500 (resident) $1,800 (non-resident), 12-hour rental Refundable damage and kitchen cleaning deposit may apply. Call 952.928.1415 for more information.
