Martha Lafite Thompson Nature Center

Martha Lafite Thompson Nature Sanctuary aims to provide engaging hands on environmental and natural science education for all ages; the fostering of biodiversity of native plants and animals through the management of natural resources; an understanding that all of Earth’s inhabitants are part of interdependent and connected ecosystems; and opportunities for quiet reflection and reconnection with the natural world.

Address: 407 N. La Frenz Rd. Liberty, MO 64119

UPCOMING EVENTS:

Get Moving Workshop: Energy in Nature

 Junior
Sat Nov 16, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Journey Connections: Junior Get Moving

YOU SCHEDULE IT EVENTS:

Outdoor Badges & Journeys

 ^{All Levels}

Journey, badge, or a one of a kind program that is special and unique, we will happily schedule a program that meets your troop’s needs!

Cost Per Adult: Free, $5 donations encouraged and greatly appreciated
Cost Per Girl: $5, $65 minimum fee must be met

Registration Information: Call the Nature Center at (816)781-8598 Tuesday-Saturday, 9am-5pm to register. Programs can be scheduled Tuesday-Saturday, during the day and in the evenings. Evening programs are typically from 6pm-8pm. However, scheduling is flexible. Call for more details.  

Questions? Email questions and event inquiries to mltnsnaturalist@gmail.com or call the Nature Center at (816)781-8598 Tuesday-Saturday, 9am-5pm

Badge & Journey Connections: Any you choose!
Daisy: Space Science Explorer, Daisy Petals, Outdoor Art Maker, Eco Learner, Welcome to the Daisy Flower Garden Journey, Between Earth and Sky Journey, and Think Like a Citizen Scientist Journey;
Brownie: Space Science Adventurer, Outdoor Art Creator, Bugs, Outdoor Adventurer, Hiker, Eco Friend, WOW! Wonders of Water Journey, and Think Like a Citizen Scientist Journey;
Junior: Animal Habitats, Space Science Investigator, Gardener, Outdoor Art Explorer, Flowers, and Think Like a Citizen Scientist Journey;
Cadette: Outdoor Art Apprentice, Trees, Breath, Eco Trekker, Breathe Journey, and The Like a Citizen Scientist Journey;
Senior: Outdoor Art Expert, and Sky, and Sow What? Journey; Ambassador: Outdoor Art Master, and Water