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Nature - Free Monthly Program
Environmental Programming

Grown by the MJ Sindler Family Fund for Culture & Media

Free and Open to Everyone - No Registration Required March through May and September through November - Tuesday evenings at Moncus Park

Returns in September 2026

Environmental Programming takes a summer break and returns with a new fall schedule in September. Check back soon for fall dates and programs.
Environmental Programming at Moncus Park
Monthly - Tuesday evenings - March through May and September through November

Connect with nature through expert-led monthly sessions in conservation, native gardening, and wildlife observation. Each Tuesday evening features hands-on activities - from conservation projects to guided walks, gardening workshops, and citizen science.

Our accessible program welcomes beginners and experienced naturalists alike, creating opportunities for environmental learning and community building in Acadiana.

What to Expect

Expert-led monthly sessions
Hands-on activities and guided walks
Beginners and naturalists both welcome
Conservation and citizen science projects
Native gardening workshops
Free - no registration required

Types of Programs

Each season features a rotating mix of sessions. Here is a sample of what to expect when the program returns in September.

Nature Walks

Guided walks through Moncus Park's woodlands, prairie, and natural areas with expert naturalist leads.

Bird Walks and Surveys

Morning and evening bird observation walks with identification guides and citizen science data collection.

Conservation Club

Habitat restoration, native plant care, and stewardship projects in the park's natural areas.

Garden Talks

Workshops on native plants, Louisiana gardening, and sustainable landscaping practices.

Trail Trek

Explorations of the park's trail system with educational stops highlighting ecology and habitat.

Cultural Programs

Special sessions connecting community, culture, and the natural environment of Acadiana.

Program Sponsor

Environmental Programming at Moncus Park is grown by the MJ Sindler Family Fund for Culture & Media. Their generous support makes it possible to offer free, expert-led environmental programming to our community throughout the spring and fall seasons.

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