Trail Tales
Ages 3-6 years with an adult Join a naturalist the second Saturday of the month, who will first read two stories to the children and then lead the group in an activity (a hike or craft, weather dependent) themed to match the stories. Each meeting you will experience a different story theme. Day Saturday Saturday Saturday
Date March 10 April 14 May 12
Time 9:30-10:30 am 9:30-10:30 am 9:30-10:30 am
Code 23426A 23426B 23426C
Location: Hidden Oaks Nature Center Fee: $10 per pair 23425A w/Resident ID: $8 per pair
Turtle Tales
All ages 3-6 with an adult Journey into the world of turtles with information about the types of turtles of Illinois and their natural history. Program includes an opportunity to meet our resident turtles, play turtle games, and make a turtle craft. Day: Sunday Time: 1:00-2:00 pm Location: Hidden Oaks Nature Center Fee: $11 per pair 23415A Resident ID: $8 per pair Date: April 22
Nature Art
Ages 5 years & up We’ll be exploring, collecting and using nature to make amazing art. Wear clothes that can get messy Day: Saturday Time: 2:00-3:00 pm Location: Hidden Oaks Nature Center Fee: $8 23423A w/Resident ID: $5 Date: April 28
Critter Tracks
Ages 7 years & up Discover what critters are making tracks at Hidden Oaks this winter. After receiving a tracking guide of winter tracks and animal signs we will explore the woodland. Through our discoveries we will determine who has been here and what they were doing. Participants will make a track to take home to remind them of our adventures. Day: Sunday Time: Noon-1:30 pm Location: Hidden Oaks Nature Center Fee: $10 13425A Resident ID: $6 Date: March 11
Buckthorn Hiking Sticks
Ages 7 years & up Create a buckthorn hiking stick. Learn about invasive species, how to identify buckthorn shrubs, and why it’s important to remove them from the Natural Areas. Day: Saturday Time: 3:00-4:00 pm Location: Hidden Oaks Nature Center Fee: $8 23425A w/Resident ID: $5 per person Date: May 19
Weather Wizards
Ages 8-12 years Join a naturalist for fun activities and amazing facts about the weather around us! Join us to learn about clouds, thunderstorms, rain tornados and more. Day: Sunday Time: 1:00-2:00 pm Location: Hidden Oaks Nature Center Fee: $9 23403A Resident ID: $5 Date: January 28
Nature Knitting Circle
Ages 16 years & up In this series we socialize, and work on a knitting project. For beginners, we will give you a beginner pattern, or if you have a pattern help you get started. All skills welcome. Please bring a set of needles and your favorite yarn if you have them. The nature center has limited supplies. Day: Friday Time: 6:30-8:00 pm Location: Hidden Oaks Nature Center Fee: $35 13414A w/Resident ID: $25 Date: March 2-23
Spring Birding
Ages 18 years & up Come join us as we learn about common birds in the area and how to identify them by sight and sound. We will put our skills to the test as we hike around Hidden Oaks and Boan Woods. Simple binoculars will be provided but you may bring your own. Day: Saturday Time: 8:00-9:30 am Location: Hidden Oaks Nature Center Fee: $10 Resident ID: $6 Date: May 6 23430A
Children age 10 years and under must be accompanied by a paying adult. Key Contact: Melinda Weaver. 46
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