Lantern Hike at Owl’s Hill
2025-04-04 19:30 - 21:30 (America/Chicago) | Owl’s Hill Nature Sanctuary, 545 Beech Creek Rd S, Brentwood, TN, 37027, United States
Come along on a nighttime adventure! We’ll explore the woods at night by lantern light, listen for the sounds of nocturnal animals including owls, coyotes, crickets and frogs, and share stories about the history of Owl’s Hill.
This program is for adventurers who are looking for a longer hike than our typical evening programs. The route is 1.5 miles of moderately challenging natural surface trail. Participants can expect moderate uphill and downhill hiking as well as areas of uneven terrain. Once the hike departs, participants are expected to stay with the group for the duration of the hike.
Closed-toe shoes suitable for hiking are strongly recommended.
For the safety and comfort of all participants, participants are not permitted to carry additional sources of light (headlamps, flashlights, etc.). Lanterns will be provided.
Cost: $18 / person
Ages 12+. Minors must be accompanied by an adult.
Gate opens 30 minutes before program start. Program begins promptly at noted time. No late entries. No exceptions.
Pack dinner and arrive early to picnic on the grounds. We are a pack-in/pack-out facility – please plan to take your trash with you.

Wildflower Hikes at Owl’s Hill
2025-04-05 09:30 - 11:30, 2025-04-12 09:30 - 11:30, 2025-04-19 09:30 - 11:30
The wildflowers are blooming: Spring is here! Come enjoy all the colors this season offers on this expert-led hike. Watch the browns of winter give way to the spectrum of spring while we look for Blue-eyed Mary, Dutchman’s Britches, and Spring Beauty.
This is a moderately strenuous hike with some hill climbing.
Get your tickets online to guarantee your spot! Online ticket sales close at 8 am the day of the hike. Tickets for future dates will remain available for purchase. Walk-up tickets (if available) can be purchased at Owl’s Hill the day of the hike.
Spring 2025 Wildflower Hike Dates – March 15, 22 and 29 and April 5, 12, and 19 from 9:30am-11:30am.
Cost $15/hiker
Ages 14+

Wild About Raptors
2025-04-05 10:00 - 12:00
Wild About Raptors | Owl’s Hill Nature Sanctuary
Are you a hawk watcher? An owl enthusiast? A falcon fanatic? Discover the unique adaptations that make birds of prey masters of the sky and the roles they play in our environment. This program will include an educational program and hands on activities to explore the lives of these fascinating animals.
Owl’s Hill Director of Education, Julie Eperjesi partners with Barfield Crescent Park Wilderness Station staff to present up-close encounters with birds of prey. Bring the cameras!
Cost: $15 per person
Ages 2 and under FREE

Junior Naturalists – Wildflower Wonderland
2025-04-19 10:00 - 11:30
Spring 2025 Junior Naturalist Classes – Wildflower Wonderland

Learn about the wonders of spring wildflowers, where to find them and how to identify them using characteristics like flower and leaf shape. We’ll learn why a flower is more than a pretty face – they have important jobs in the forest. This program includes a short wildflower hike.
We will provide a basic checklist of common wildflowers, but participants are welcome to bring a field guide as well.
