Saturday, June 3, 9 a.m.–noon Families are invited to discover what critters are living in or around the water as we celebrate the vital importance of wetlands to our ecological, economic, and social health. Our naturalist will help you identify critters and will have microscopes on hand for viewing and identifying samples as well. Iowa […]

What’s Beneath Our Feet? Tuesday, June 6, 9:30–11:30 a.m. Summer days are perfect for new adventures and exploration of forests, fields, and ponds. Children make discoveries on the trails and enjoy games, songs, art experiences, and stories as they learn to think like a scientist through hands-on exploration. Parents and guardians do not need to […]

Saturday, June 10th 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Lead children out the door for your own nature explorations! This workshop provides hands-on activities and resources to build on a child’s sense of wonder. Early learning activities use age-appropriate practices and concepts with a focus on math, science, language, literacy, healthy living, play, and creativity. Open to Childcare […]