Winter Camp
Explore activities while learning the significance of the winter season in Native American culture. Presented by Trickster Cultural Center.
Explore activities while learning the significance of the winter season in Native American culture. Presented by Trickster Cultural Center.
Learn about the winter season, how snowflakes form and how snow can keep you warm through hands-on indoor and outdoor […]
Learn fire-building skills and stick around for a story and s’mores around the fire.
View the constellations and hear their mythical tales while enjoying a treat around the campfire.
Participate in restoration, celebrate the legacy of Martin Luther King, Jr., and warm up with hot beverages. Ages 10 & […]
Put on some gloves and join us in removing invasive species. Tools, eye protection provided. Children 8 & up w/adult. […]
Join us for an indoor presentation as we investigate amazing and unique salamanders and their importance in local ecosystems. Ages 12 & up.
Bring your favorite coffee with you and enjoy watching the bird feeders from inside our newly renovated exhibit room.
Repurpose the common European buckthorn into something new. Equipment provided. Ages 10 & up.
Enjoy a morning in the Preserves and learn the basics of photography using a smartphone.
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