Great Basin Outdoor School
Family Guided Hikes!
Come join us on our monthly hikes!
These short excursions are led by our knowledgeable naturalists and created for the whole family to enjoy!
Participant numbers will be limited, so be sure to register below!
Donations are not required but are highly appreciated.
Family Hike Event
Thursday, September 10th, 2026
6:15 PM to 7:30 PM
Cottonwood Park
Join us for our annual Bat Walk partnered with the
Nevada Department of Wildlife!
This event begins at Cottonwood Park where we will learn about bat biology, then take a nature walk down the Truckee River, before seeing one of Nevada’s largest known bat colonies emerge at the McCarran bridge. This tour is great for all ages and knowledge-levels as it is one of the most marvelous natural wildlife displays in our area. There is street parking at Cottonwood Park, please meet the group at the park, the educator will have an NDOW class sign. Please do not attempt to meet the group at the bridge for safety reasons. The walk is paved the whole way, and the distance to the bridge and back to the park is about 1 mile total.
Please consider a donation to help support our family hikes and programs, and we'll make sure your family gets one of our convenient pocket field guides to over 100 local species.
All ages welcome!
This is a highly popular event, and registration is limited. Book now!
Guided hikes are scheduled and occur, permitting weather. We will attempt to notify you 24 hours in advance if the hike will be rescheduled. Some weather conditions that will result in cancellation include but are not limited to an Air Quality Index (AQI) greater than 100, chain controls on major highways, or rain. Hikes will only be rescheduled once.
All ages and skill levels are welcome
Leashed dogs too!
***Note: If you register and are unable to attend, please notify Sue Jacox by emailing her at suejacox@nvbell.net
Our guided hikes are free to all members of the family. Payment is not required, but donations are definitely appreciated! Because of donor support, we are able to keep our program costs low to reach young children and families in underserved communities. Each family who donates will receive a pocket field guide to over 100 local species in appreciation for supporting us!
