Our sessions may include hikes, nature exploration, games, experiments, art projects, or scientific surveys. Participants will receive extension activities that can be completed at home with their whole family.

Program Fees:
$10/child non-members. Parents/guardians are free.
Members at the Family Level and higher receive a 15% discount

Registration Required:
Yes

What to Bring:
Water Bottle
Dress for the Weather

November 13th or 27th – Survival Skills: Part 1
Build a shelter, light a fire, and learn to identify edible & medicinal plants in part 1 of our 2-part survival skills lesson.

December 11th – Wilderness Medicine (3rd – 6th)
This special upper elementary class is all about how to treat injuries and illnesses in a wilderness setting. Students will get hands-on experience in splinting, scene assessment, and assessing their ‘patients’. Parents/guardians should come prepared to be our unlucky patients, complete with fake blood and scenarios! Limited spots available. 3rd – 6th graders only due to content.

December 12th – Ooey Gooey Science (1st – 3rd)
This special lower elementary class will focus on messy experiments! We’ll explore the properties of slime, oobleck, and bubbles. You’ll also get a chance to shake up some homemade ice cream! Limited spots available. Older siblings are welcome.

January 15th or 29th – Wonders of a Prehistoric Era
Who roamed the earth before humans? Dinosaurs, of course! Stomp into a paleontological adventure this month by examining fossils, excavating a dinosaur from an egg, and more.

February 12th or 26th – Sustainability Scientists
Dig into sustainability in this special earth-friendly class. We’ll investigate a vermicompost bin, create recycled art, and make a few homemade supplies for you to take home.

February 6th, 6 – 7 pm: Owl Prowl
Join a TNI naturalist to call for owls on the property. Students will also have the opportunity to dissect real owl pellets!

March 12th or 26th – Survival Skills: Part 2
Learn how to use a compass, gain introductory archery skills, and make your own water filter. Feel free to register even if you did not complete part 1. Ages 8 and up required due to the archery component. Younger siblings may attend, but cannot complete the archery segment.

April 9th or 23rd – Trek to Beaver Falls, 10 am – 12 pm
Journey to Beaver Falls on a naturalist-led hike to explore all of the seasonal spring happenings. Learn to identify spring wildflowers and discover species living under creek rocks. Beaver Falls is a 2.3 mile hike round trip with uneven and wet terrain. This adventure is slightly longer than usual and recommended for ages 8 and up due to hiking length. If your kiddo is used to longer hikes and is younger than 8, they are welcome to join!

May 7th or 21st – Forestry Fundamentals
Learn the basics of forestry through examining tree cookies, exploring special tree adaptations, and discovering the elements of a healthy forest.

Register Here: https://app.amilia.com/…/nature…/shop/programs/107656