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Hutch Rec Foundation & Dillon Nature Center Foundation Accepting Applications for Appointment

Tuesday, November 18

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Both the Hutch Rec Foundation and Dillon Nature Center Foundation are currently accepting applications for board appointments. The Dillon Nature Center Foundation’s mission is to support the nature center by advocating for program improvements and recreational opportunities through charitable giving. The board... Read More.

Hutch Rec Announces Hiring of New Staff Member at Dillon Nature Center

Wednesday, October 1

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Hutchinson Recreation Commission announces the hiring of a new Nature Education Coordinator at Dillon Nature Center.Ethan Huston started his role as nature education coordinator on Sept. 8. He comes to Hutch Rec with a bachelor’s degree in environmental stewardship from McPherson... Read More.

Dillon Nature Center to Host Annual Conservation Day for Area Fifth Graders on May 7

Monday, May 5

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — More than 400 fifth graders from Hutchinson USD 308, Buhler USD 313, and Nickerson USD 309 elementary schools will attend Dillon Nature Center’s annual Conservation Day on May 7.Dillon Nature Center staff, along with conservation professionals from across the state, will... Read More.

Dillon Nature Center Upper Pond Now Restored and Filled

Wednesday, August 21

By Hutchinson Recreation Commission HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Hutchinson Recreation Commission is thrilled to announce the upper pond at Dillon Nature Center is now fully restored and filled, thanks to the generous support of local donors and a successful collaboration with Evergy. The pond was dredged... Read More.

Hutch Rec Announces Hiring of New Staff Member at Dillon Nature Center

Wednesday, July 31

By Hutch Rec HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Hutchinson Recreation Commission announces the hiring of a new Nature Education Coordinator at Dillon Nature Center.Rebecca McElroy started at Hutch Rec as the Nature Education Coordinator at Dillon Nature Center on July 15. She comes to Hutch Rec with... Read More.

USD 313 Sets Hearing for Open-Enrollment Policy, Approves Contract with Dillon Nature Center for Educational Programs

Tuesday, October 10

By Lucky Kidd BUHLER, Kan. — The Buhler USD 313 Board of Education Monday set a hearing Nov. 13 on a new open-enrollment policy. The policy, mandated by the Kansas legislature, requires school districts to accept students from outside their district if there is space... Read More.

Hutchinson Zoo to Host Ribbon Cutting for New Additions

Monday, July 24

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — At 10:30 a.m. on July 28, the Hutchinson Zoo will be hosting an official ribbon cutting ceremony for the opening of the Nature Play Expansion and Splash River.The new area is a unique space for children and adults to explore nature... Read More.

Lecture Series at Dillon Nature Center Continues March 7th

Monday, February 27

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – Dillon Nature Center (DNC) invites you to the second Taylor’s Shady Lane Cabin Lecture of 2023 — The Importance of Quivira National Wildlife Refuge, Tuesday, March 7th, from 5:30-7:00 p.m. The guest speaker, Mike Oldham, Zoological Wildlife Refuge Manager at the Quivira... Read More.