What makes a wetland such a great place to enjoy and protect? Join in the discovery with hands-on exploration, pond dipping for live wetland creatures, crafts, games and more!
This series of four 2-hour classes are for home-schooled children aged 7 to 10 years. We provide nature-themed programs with games, discovery and activities which encourage science-based learning while socializing with other home learners.
Kids belong outside! Biology Buddies nature classes focus on the natural wonders around Swan Lake. Each class has a different nature theme, which we interpret through games, stories, crafts and an outside ramble. A joyful nature experience is always our goal.
Whether they migrate, hibernate or tolerate the cold season, winter wildlife have amazing ways to deal with this challenging season. Join us as we learn through crafts, games and activities how different animal species adapt to survive the winter months. Admission by donation - $5 per person suggested
Fearsome flyers or pest control experts? Join us for some hands-on discovery, games and crafts featuring the only true flying mammal on earth. All ages welcome.Admission by donation. Suggested $5 per person
Sunday, September 2912 noon to 3 pm (Drop in anytime) Join us as we celebrate all the members of the deer family with deer bingo, crafts, games, and lots of touchable deer items. Come have some nature fun and learn about who’s who in the deer world! All ages event. Admission by donation - $5 per person suggested.
What makes a wetland such a great place to enjoy and protect? Find out with hands-on exploration, pond dipping for live wetland creatures, crafts and games. All ages event. Admission by donation - $5 per person suggested.
A series of 2-hour classes, each exploring a different nature theme through activities, hikes, experiments and more. Nature adventures for 7-10 year olds Thursdays 1:00 to 3:00pm August 1 - Interesting InvertebratesAugust 8 - Stellar StewardshipAugust 15 - Marvelous MammalsAugust 22 - Art on the Hill (Christmas Hill hike) Members: $18/class Non-Members: $20/class
For French immersion nature enthusiasts 5-7 years old Semaine 1/Week 1 July 15 - 18Animal Life (shelters, babies, communication and tracks)/La vie animale (les abris, les bébés, la communication et les traces) Semaine 2/Week 2August 12-15Swan Lake Adventures (wetland safari, camouflage, metamorphosis, worms & dirt)/Les Aventures Swan Lake (safari, camouflage, la métamorphose, les vers et la terre) Mon-Thurs 9:30-11:30am Cost: Members: $72/session Non-Members: $80/session
These popular nature classes focus on the natural wonders around Swan Lake. Each class has a different nature theme, which we interpret through games, stories, crafts and an outside wander.