April at the Woodlands Nature Station: Explore Careers in Science

A student tries on an LBL firefighter’s backpack at Homeschool Day 2024.

Friends of Land Between the Lakes – March 31, 2025 – The Woodlands Nature Station in Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area invites families to visit during April for spring break and homeschool programming encouraging children to explore science careers and dive deeper into the “ology” (study of) nature! “As the weather warms, April is a great month to visit the Land Between the Lakes,” says Nickolaus Willis, public programs coordinator at the Woodlands Nature Station. “Through our April programming, the Nature Station is hoping to attract families out to the woods to explore nature and expose young students to career opportunities in the sciences.”

The Woodlands Nature Station will have Spring Break programs on April 5-13, and each day will focus on a different “ology”. The week will feature live animal encounters, crafts, and hikes as visitors explore ornithology (birds), dendrology (trees), technology, and more!

April is also Homeschool Month at the Woodlands Nature Station. Homeschooling families are invited to visit any day in April to pick up a Nature Discovery Book. This book will walk students through STEAM activities that explore Careers in Science. Students who complete their book will earn a free Nature Discovery patch and certificate.

Finally, Friday April 25th is Homeschool Day! This event is packed with hands-on STEAM programs and activities to help students explore careers in science. Special guests, including Ben E. Clement Mineral Museum and the Challenger Learning Center, will provide students unique opportunities to meet science professionals and learn about their jobs.

Visit the Land Between the Lakes website to view the full calendar of events for April, and check out the Homeschool Day flyer here. All these programs are included at no extra cost with general admission to the Woodlands Nature Station. Woodlands Nature Station is located in Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area at 3146 Silver Trail Road, Cadiz, Kentucky, 42211.