Little Kits Pre-k Classes
2024-09-06 10:30 - 11:30, 2024-09-13 10:30 - 11:30, 2024-09-20 10:30 - 11:30, 2024-09-27 10:30 - 11:30 UTC
Named after baby beavers, our pre-K classes are designed for children ages 2 to 5.
Class Details

Theme: Let’s Meet Our Nature Center!
Class will be held every Friday in September, 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Located at Tracy Aviary’s Nature Center at Pia Okwai.
This program takes place outdoors, so please come prepared for the weather.
These are Adult and Me classes – an adult must accompany each child at all times.

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Nature Walk
2024-09-06 15:30 - 16:30, 2024-09-13 15:30 - 16:30, 2024-09-20 15:30 - 16:30, 2024-09-27 15:30 - 16:30, 2024-10-04 15:30 - 16:30
Join our nature center team for a relaxed walk on the Pia Okwai (Jordan River)! Each week will feature a different focus- insects, birds, mammals, and more!
Fridays at 4 p.m.
Saturdays at 10:30 a.m.
Each Saturday we will have special nature walks

1st Saturday: Bike and Bird
2nd Saturday: Spanish Language Nature Walk
3rd Saturday: Let’s Go Birding Together
4th Saturday: Senior Stroll

Something's Brewing
2024-09-06 18:00 - 22:00
So many great things are brewing along the Jordan River! Come experience what’s brewing at the Nature Center at Pia Okwai and learn about exciting new community projects to support the River, all while enjoying various brewed beverages, from kombucha to beer!
Join us from 6-10 p.m.
All sorts of brewed beverages…kombucha, tea, and coffee oh my!
Educational Activities
Performance of Tarotville by Curbside Theater
and more!
All ages are welcome, and admission is FREE!
Guests must be 21+ years of age with a valid ID to purchase beer within the designated area at the event.
Featuring our Community Partners

Thanks to our Sponsors!

Pasifika First Fridays
2024-09-06 19:00 - 22:00 | Tracy Aviary’s Nature Center at Pia Okwai, 1125 W 3300, South Salt Lake, UT, 8411584119, United States
Join us every first Friday of the month at 7 p.m.
Experience the warmth and beauty of the Pacific Islander culture!
This event is free to attend.
Learn more here

Tree Planting with TreeUtah
2024-09-07 08:30 - 11:30
Come plant trees at the Nature Center at Pia Okwai! This will help the aviary establish habitat for our feathered friends who live along the river. Admission to the nature center is free, so enjoy a stroll through the new 12-acre campus, too.
No registration is required. All ages are welcome to participate!

Bike and Bird
2024-09-07 10:30 - 11:30, 2024-10-05 10:30 - 11:30
Join our nature center team for a bike and birding tour on the Pia Okwai (Jordan River)!
No registration is required, but participants must bring their own bicycle.

Birds of Utah Class
2024-09-12 18:00 - 20:00, 2024-09-19 18:00 - 20:00, 2024-09-26 18:00 - 20:00, 2024-10-03 18:00 - 20:00, 2024-10-10 18:00 - 20:00
Tracy Aviary’s Conservation Science Program is offering a 6-month class on the birds of Utah. The instructor, Bryant Olsen, is one of the most well-respected bird authorities in the region.
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Bird Surveys with Our Conservation Team
2024-09-13 07:00 - 09:00, 2024-09-20 07:00 - 09:00, 2024-09-27 07:00 - 09:00, 2024-10-04 07:00 - 09:00 | Tracy Aviary’s Nature Center at Pia Okwai, 1125 W 3300, South Salt Lake, UT, 8411584119, United States
Join a member of Tracy Aviary’s conservation team for a weekly bird walk! All skill levels welcome. Registration is required.

Paddle the Rio
2024-09-18 16:00 - 19:00
Join Tracy Aviary & the Jordan River Commission for a canoe trip! Learn about environmental conservation and visit the Jordan River Nature Center. All gear is provided.
This event is for our Latinx community to learn about environmental conservation and celebrate Latino Conservation Week! All gear is provided, registration required.
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Pack It Out Utah
2024-09-21 10:00 - 14:30
We are excited to participate in Utah’s annual Statewide trails and waterways cleanup!
Join us on September 21 from 10 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. for a day of community clean up! Help us clear the parkway!
Supplies will be provided.
Learn more about Pack It Out Utah
This event is part of the Get to the River Festival

Monday with the Mayor
2024-09-23 18:30 - 20:30
Join South Salt Lake Mayor Cherie Wood , for a special Monday with the Mayor at the Nature Center!
Learn more: https://jordanrivercommission.gov/event/mondays-with-the-mayor

Senior Stroll
2024-09-28 10:30 - 11:30
Join our nature center team for a relaxed walk on the Pia Okwai (Jordan River)! Each week will feature a different focus- insects, birds, mammals, and more!
The fourth Saturday of each month will be a gentle stroll accommodated for those with limited mobility. For more accessibility information click here.

Fall Let's Go Botanizing Together
2024-09-29 09:00 - 11:00
A spin-off of Tracy Aviary’s popular Let’s Go Birding Together program!
Join Tracy Aviary educators and horticulturists explore plants in the Wasatch with other LGBTQIA+ folx and allies. No experience necessary – we’ll provide hand lenses, plant guides, and all the know-how! You just need to dress for the weather, bring water and a snack, and come ready to learn and make new friends!
Prepare for a fantastic adventure with breathtaking views and plenty of learning opportunities.
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Hike Details:

The hike is a moderate 1.5-mile out-and-back trail that leads to the reservoir.
During the hike, we will learn why trees drop their leaves, enjoy the beautiful colors, observe seeds, and explore the reservoir before returning to the parking lot.
It’s common to spot moose in this area.
For those interested, continuing to Bell Canyon Falls is a more challenging option. This additional hike is short but demanding, and it’s also incredibly scenic and worth the effort.

Meeting Point:

We will meet at the Bell Canyon Preservation Trailhead, a large parking lot situated on top of the hill between two small roadside trailheads for Bell Canyon Reservoir.
Here are the GPS Coordinates: 40.571529, -111.798139

For your convenience, here’s the specific Google link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/pavTELBixXh8LMEy9
Logistics:

We are sorry that we can’t provide transportation for this hike.
Our meeting time is 9 a.m. at the trailhead. We’ll begin hiking shortly after and strive to return to our cars by 11 a.m.
Please be aware that this trail is exposed to the sun and has minimal shade. Remember to bring plenty of water, a salty snack, and your preferred sun protection.

We can’t wait to see you all there for what promises to be a fantastic day of exploration and enjoyment!

Breathe 4 Trees Community Tree Planting
2024-10-05 10:00 - 14:00
Get pumped for an incredible event! Mark your calendars for October 5th, 2024, and join us for a community tree planting extravaganza! Bring your family and friends for a hands-on experience and help enhance our city’s air quality together. It’s going to be epic!
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In partnership with Breathe 4 Trees, TreeUtah, University of Utah, Community Partnerships-University Neighborhood Partners,

Bird-Friendly Communities Festival
2024-10-05 10:00 - 16:00
Tracy Aviary and Great Salt Lake Audubon are partnering to host the first annual Bird-Friendly Communities Festival.
What to expect:

food trucks
bird and garden walks
informational tables
workshops
crafts and activities for the whole family

This event is free but registration is required
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