In a prior post titled “A rant with a twist“, I had talked about a park in Independence. I have visit George Owens Nature Park several times before mostly for birds that are attracted to the feeding stations placed around the Nature Center. Now, before I go on. I think it would be good to fill you in on a little history here.
George Owens Nature Park is located at 1601 S. Speck Rd., Independence Mo. 64057 The park consist of 86 acres of beautiful forest with lakes, hiking trails and wildlife. It includes Six hiking trails, two fishing lakes. Organized group campground, Family Picnic area, Nature Center, Rain Gardens and a Pavilion.
Some of the upcoming events this park has to offer are Winter Hikes, Groundhog Day Celebration, Bluebird and House Class etc. For more information please visit the website at http://www.ci.independence.mo.us/parksandrec/Owens.aspx.
