The entire refuge will be closed March 18, 19, 25, 26 for aerial hog control.

Due to maintenance issues at the refuge, indoor restrooms may not be available on the following dates: 3/13, 3/21 to 4/11.

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The Refuge Rocks!  

Programs for Children, Scouts and School Groups

FREE and open to the public. Photos of children participating in the event may be used on our website.

Spring Break Activities March 10, 12 and 14

  • Refuge Rocks - Fascinating Fractals in Nature

    • March 15, 2025
    • 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
    • Hagerman National Wildlife Visitor Center, 6465 Refuge Road, Sherman, TX 75092
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    Dive into the mesmerizing world of fractals, where nature loves to show off its repeating patterns! Picture this: tiny tree branches, winding rivers, fluffy clouds, growing plants, and delicate snowflakes all sporting their mini-me versions! Students will become nature detectives, spotting these amazing patterns everywhere. Plus, we’ll uncover the math magic behind these self-similar wonders. Get ready to unleash your inner fractal artist and whip up some stunning masterpieces to take home and proudly display!  

    Let’s learn about fractals with a short lesson, some fun games and activities, as well as a fun craft! Come join us on March 15 for a free class for youth ages 5-10.  

    Free and open to the public, registration is required.  Donations are accepted to support this and other events and programs sponsored by the Friends of Hagerman NWR.

    Join us with membership today to receive the monthly Featherless Flyer newsletter with nature articles, program information, updated events and other important refuge information.


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Cindy Steele

Cindy Steele, Chairperson of Children's Activities of the Hagerman NWR Board of Directors, is from Whitewright, Texas and has lived in Sherman for 39 years.  She was a teacher for 31 years and retired in 2012.  She taught 3rd grade for most of that time, but also taught preschool, 5th grade, middle school theater arts/speech, and high school theater arts.  She received her Bachelor of Arts and Masters of Arts degrees from Austin College.  Cindy is married and has one son. 

Cindy began volunteering with the Friends of Hagerman after she retired from teaching in 2012 and has been enjoying working with the youth activities and butterfly garden docent program since.  She has served on the Friends of Hagerman NWR Board of Directors and continues to lead our children's activities. She is a Certified Texas Master Naturalist having completed the initial training in the fall of 2018.


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Events and activities hosted by the Friends of Hagerman are funded by donations and powered solely by volunteers.  There are no fees for admission to the refuge or parking. The refuge is open from sunrise to sunset every day of the year and you may drive on any road unless gated.

6465 Refuge Road

Sherman, TX 75092

             

Kroger: Stop by the customer service desk at Kroger and link your Kroger Card to the Friends of Hagerman: the Friends will get rewards for every dollar you spend, at no cost to you.

Please add info@friendsofhagerman.org to your contacts to ensure delivery of registration confirmations, account information and the Featherless Flyer

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