Walter B. Jacobs
Memorial Nature Park
Mission:
The Walter B. Jacobs Memorial Nature Park is dedicated to helping the citizens of Northwest Louisiana connect with nature by conserving a pine-oak-hickory forest for interpretation and recreation.
Vision:
The Walter B. Jacobs Memorial Nature Park is the recognized center for outdoor interpretation in northwestern Louisiana.
Located three miles west of Blanchard, the 160-acre nature park contains a pine-oak-hickory forest accessible by five miles of nature trails. The park has an interpretive building, a rentable pavilion with restrooms, a handicapped-accessible trail, and several naturalists who provide information and interpretation to park visitors. Nature oriented programs are available on an appointment basis.
Programs and Activities:
Park Naturalists offer a wide variety of programs, field trips camps, annual events, and more. Check the Nature Education page for more information and to see upcoming events.
Recent Posts
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A special edition of the Parish of Caddo’s Pulse of the Parish recaps the awesome ribbon cutting ceremony that took place yesterday—and gives you a sneak peek into the facility!!!
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ICYMI: The Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for the Walter B. Jacobs Nature Center!
We’re still overjoyed at the love, happiness and excitement that flowed through our building today. We can’t wait to see you all soon! ... See MoreSee Less
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As we prepare to unveil our new facility, take a walk down memory lane with us as we reminisce on the magical place that means so much to us.
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