DAY 2 of 2 Youth, ages 5 and 6 years old, are invited to explore the wonderful world of trees through games, stories and crafts. We will hike through the park to become acquainted with many of the local trees. Please bring a sack lunch and water bottle. Dress to be outdoors. Registration along with …

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Ages 9 & Up Certified archery staff will assist beginning archers on the fundamentals of archery.  Mathews Genesis bows and all other supplies will be provided by the Park District.  Archery supplies are cosponsored by the ODNR Division of Wildlife in cooperation with the US Fish and Wildlife Service and the Wildlife Restoration Program.  Participants …

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Ages 9 & Up Certified archery staff will assist beginning archers on the fundamentals of archery.  Mathews Genesis bows and all other supplies will be provided by the Park District.  Archery supplies are cosponsored by the ODNR Division of Wildlife in cooperation with the US Fish and Wildlife Service and the Wildlife Restoration Program.  Participants …

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All equipment is provided, registration requested.  Please register online.  Limited to the first 150 children. Three age groups:   Ages 3 to 6    Ages 7 to 11     Ages 12 to 15 Prizes for each age group    

Day 1 of 2 Participants ages 9 to 14 will be instructed on the fundamentals of archery by trained staff.  Mathews Genesis bows and safety equipment will be provided.  Participants will try some various techniques and arrow types, atlatl, and play a variety of archery games.  Pack lunch, bug spray, sunscreen and water.  Participants must …

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Whatever you call the little guys, these blinky beetles fascinate children and adults alike with their fantastic displays. We’ll have a short presentation and then wait for sunset to watch nature’s fireworks!  Join a naturalist to learn a little, enjoy the show, and maybe even catch some! Kids and kids-at-heart are welcome. Dress for the …

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Day 2 of 2 Participants ages 9 to 14 will be instructed on the fundamentals of archery by trained staff.  Mathews Genesis bows and safety equipment will be provided.  Participants will try some various techniques and arrow types, atlatl, and play a variety of archery games.  Pack lunch, bug spray, sunscreen and water.  Participants must …

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Come play with us at the Hermon Woodlands Imaginature Playscape! Join a naturalist at the West Shelter for a mini-program, then spend the rest of the time playing and exploring in the Playscape. Wear clothes and shoes that are appropriate for playing in the creek. Registration is required by June 26.  

Day 1 of 2 Participants ages 9 to 14 will be instructed on the fundamentals of archery by trained staff.  Mathews Genesis bows and safety equipment will be provided.  Participants will try some various techniques and arrow types, atlatl, and play a variety of archery games.  Pack lunch, bug spray, sunscreen and water.  Participants must …

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The Park District maintains several education animals in the McElroy Environmental Education Center, using them throughout the year for nature presentations and programs. Join the Critter Care volunteers to help (or watch) them clean and feed all our animals at 4 pm on the last Thursday of the month!