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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 …
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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DAY 1 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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How long can you hold your breath? How long are you able to stand on one leg with your eyes closed? How long can you stare without blinking? Stop by McLean Teddy Bear Park anytime between 1:00-3:00 p.m. to compete against different wild animals (not live) to see who will win the gold medal. No …
Learn more about the ecosystem by playing games. Pretend to be wild animals while hiding from predators, storing your food in safe places, or listening for prey. This is an outdoor program and includes a lot of running. Be prepared for the weather. Children must be accompanied by a supervising adult. Register by May 5. …
Families can hike with a naturalist and explore a different park. Interact with other families while playing games, hearing stories, or singing songs and end the night with s’mores around a campfire. Register by Feb. 20 online or by calling 419-221-1232.
Join us for our last “Go Outside and Play!” program as we spend our afternoon trying to complete more activities on the UK National Trust’s list of “50 Things To Do Before You Are 11 ¾”. We will go on a wintry adventure as we discover wild animal clues. Register by Nov. 10.
See, hear, smell, touch, and taste the forest at nighttime. We’ll practice using all our senses to help guide us and hunt for nature that glows in the dark. You may bring a flashlight, but we will turn it off during portions of the hike. Be prepared for the weather and ground conditions. Register by …
Enjoy a Saturday evening with park rangers and friendly creatures of the night-time forest! Our Johnny Appleseed Metropolitan Park District Rangers will be on hand to meet and greet you and then escort you through the forest to meet our Wildlife In Legendary Disguise (costumed nocturnal animals)! The short walk will include take-home treats for …
Take a walk through the forest while our day is turning into night. Join us as we learn about the crepuscular animals that are active at this time and use our senses to better navigate the trails. Be prepared for the weather and ground conditions. Register by Sept 26.
