s of the park. Some of the classes are to help get younger kids involved in nature. They teach them how to identify different animal tracks, and different kinds of birds. They also teach them safety in the outdoors, as well as survival techniques. Most of the kids that are involved really enjoy the programs. Hiking is another great outdoor activity offered by the Nature Center that adults can indulge in. While on these hikes, the leaders of the hikes are always full of knowledgeable information about the park and trails. One trail called the Natural Tunnel Trail is seven miles long. Ive never taken that one because it is so long, but I know it has very interesting geological features such as a naturally made tunnel. Savannah Ridge is another trail that is only two miles long. This trail looks over the beautiful Ozark Mountains that surround the area. I would recommend looking out for snakes in the rocks, as I have had run-ins with snakes on this trail. The third trail is the Stream Trail. This trail runs along side the spring. They usually take this hike early in the morning so people can still see the steam/fog rising off of the stream. This trail is very peaceful because it overlooks the crystal clear water of the spring. Natural made steps carve out the cliffs that so many people climb every year along the trail. This is the shortest of all the trails offered by the park, but far from the least interesting.Of all the things to do in Bennett Springs, I recommend not leaving the spring until it is fished it at least once by anyone visiting. The fishing here is the greatest in all of Missouri. The Conservation Department has sent up a hatchery where they grow and release thousands of fish throughout the year. One day this last spring break when I was in Bennett Springs I decided to go fishing with my brothers. To my surprise, I caught a lot of fish that day. I found out later that the park had released about two th...
