Wetlands Park Friends

Wetlands Park Friends Imagine an oasis of nature nestled only a few miles from the hustle and bustle of the Las Vegas Strip.

Wetlands Park Friends is an independent, nonprofit 501(c)3 organization that works closely with its members, Park staff and administrators, and the Clark County Board of Commissioners, to identify and support meaningful projects to benefit the park. Listen for the sound of water rushing, birds chirping and leaves rustling, and you have discovered Clark County Wetlands Park! Created to control eros

ion in the Las Vegas Wash, the Park has become an invaluable habitat for native plants and wildlife. Its Nature Center is a resource for nature education and the Park's nearly 1900 acres of trails offer experiences for people of all ages. Formally launched in 2020, Wetlands Park Friends is an all-volunteer nonprofit organization designed to support the Park and its programs with supplemental efforts and funding. Friends aims to expand the community gathered around the park with affordable memberships and actively seeks generous donors to fund park programs and infrastructure. Wetlands Park Friends promotes conservation, awareness, and appreciation of Clark County Wetlands Park through its educational programs and activities. We are actively accepting new members and tax deductible donations now. Learn more about how you can become a friend at www.WetlandsParkFriends.org. We look forward to hearing from you soon, Friend!

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Pam Posster retired from her 34-year career in the oil industry, including her final position in Baton Rouge, Louisiana....
08/21/2026

Pam Posster retired from her 34-year career in the oil industry, including her final position in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. In March 2023, she moved to Henderson to be closer to family and soon began volunteering at the Park in May 2023. She also joined Wetlands Park Friends that same year to further support conservation and education efforts that align with her passions.

Pam now serves primarily as an Education Facilitator, leading school field trips, assisting visitors in the Exhibit Gallery, and helping with special events like Haunt the Wetlands. She enjoys inspiring curiosity about nature while connecting with kids and adults alike.

08/17/2026

Visit our Nest Gallery to enjoy a new art exhibition by Las Vegas based artist, Taylor Pierce, entitled "Cracked Earth, Blooming Spirit: A Celebration of Resilience in the Mojave Desert." This exhibit is a collection of paintings accompanied by haiku poems featuring the Mojave Desert. The artists paintings are not just representations of a place; they are portraits of its resilience, its spirit, and its enduring connection to all of us who call it home. The exhibit will be up from August 15th - November 1, 2026.

Pictured: Ocotillo by Taylor Pierce

08/17/2026

Our 5th Annual Juried Show, “In Between Worlds” is now available to view and enjoy in the Spotlight on Nature Gallery (SONG). In this art exhibition you will be able to explore the hidden worlds of nature - those times and places where lines are blurred and boxes are broken.

Meet the artists and enjoy light refreshments at the art reception on August 15th.

Exhibit: August 8 - October 31

Art Reception: Saturday, August 15, 5 pm to 7 pm, free for all ages

The SONG is in the Exhibit Gallery building adjacent to the Nature Store, open Tuesday through Sunday, 9 am to 3 pm.

Meet Hope Youngblood, a member of Wetlands Park Friends! Nature has always been an important part of her life, which is ...
08/17/2026

Meet Hope Youngblood, a member of Wetlands Park Friends!

Nature has always been an important part of her life, which is one of the reasons she loves being involved with Wetlands Park. She currently works as a Recreation Assistant - Admin at Clark County Wetlands Park, where no two days are ever the same. Whether she’s helping with programs, supporting volunteers, managing projects, or working on website improvements, she enjoys being part of a team that helps connect people with the natural world.

She joined Wetlands Park Friends because she wanted to support an organization that makes a real difference in the community. From helping students experience the Park through field trips to supporting stewardship projects and special events, the Friends organization helps create opportunities for people to discover and appreciate nature.

Hope finds it rewarding to be part of a group that helps ensure these experiences remain available for future generations.

08/15/2026

Welcome to Nature Tales!

From now through the end of the year, kids of all ages are invited to explore the wonders of nature!

Each month, participants will enjoy a nature-themed story, discover fascinating wildlife and habitats, and create a fun craft to take home. Topics include dragonflies, raccoons, spiders, habitats, and more!

This free, drop-in program is held on the second Wednesday of each month from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. in the Lizard Lounge at Clark County Wetlands Park

08/11/2026
08/10/2026

A walk in nature is better than a treadmill any day! Each year the Wetlands Walkers program focuses on a different Wetlands Park migratory species. All participants collectively walk the distance the species migrates. 2026 is the Year of the Sora. Each walker earns rewards at different milestones. Walk at Wetlands Park with family, friends or on your own. Anyone can join at any time. Learn more about the Wetlands Walkers program at ccwetlandpark.com and start walking!

Photo by: Philip Martini

08/10/2026

Our 5th Annual Juried Show, "In Between Worlds" is now available to view and enjoy in the Spotlight on Nature Gallery (SONG). In this art exhibition you will be able to explore the hidden worlds of nature - those times and places where lines are blurred and boxes are broken. Meet the artists and enjoy light refreshments at the art reception on August 15th.

Exhibit: August 8 - October 31
Art Reception: Saturday, August 15, 5 pm to 7 pm, free for all ages

The SONG is in the Exhibit Gallery building adjacent to the Nature Store, open Tuesday through Sunday, 9 am to 3 pm.

Address

7050 E. Wetlands Park Lane
Las Vegas, NV
89122

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 4pm
Tuesday 9am - 4pm
Wednesday 9am - 4pm
Thursday 9am - 4pm
Friday 9am - 4pm
Saturday 9am - 4pm
Sunday 9am - 4pm

Telephone

+17028066852

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