NatureCenter Birthday Parties

Dinosaur Adventures!!! – NO SCHOOL

Explore the incredible world of dinosaurs through fascinating facts, amazing art, and fun activities! Become a Jr. Paleontologist and discover what dinosaurs roamed the prairies of the United States. Then dig for your own fossil. (CC)

AGE: 6-11yrs

DAY

LOCATION: Nature Center

INSTRUCTOR: Ms. Jess

Nature Painting – NO SCHOOL

6/12

Wacky Science Experiments

Come explore the wonders of science through cool and exciting experiments. These science experiments will keep your kids thinking and having fun! (CC)

AGE: 6-11yrs

DAY DATE TIME FEE CODE

Sun Dec 3 1-3pm $28/$32 221418-01

LOCATION: Nature Center MIN/MAX: 6/12

INSTRUCTOR: Ms. Jess

Holiday Ornaments

Make three keepsake holiday ornaments. A luminaire, confetti globe and snow glitter pinecone. (CC)

Explore nature in a new way—by painting it! We will use nature as an inspiration for our crafts. (CC)

AGE: 7-11yrs

INSTRUCTOR: Ms. Jess

Thankful Turkeys – NO SCHOOL

Learn some fun facts about turkeys. Create a turkey centerpiece and a thankful leaf wreath or tree to show everyone your gratitude over the holiday. (CC)

AGE: 4-8yrs

INSTRUCTOR: Ms. Jess fascinating facts like how they hunt, their special senses and characteristics, how to recognize them by sight and sound, and much more. You will explore predator/prey relationships and the important role they have in our ecosystem. You will have a new understanding and appreciation of these truly wild creatures that live among us. Anyone 8 and under must be accompanied by a paying adult. (CC)

AGE: 5+yrs

DAY DATE TIME FEE CODE

Sun Nov 19 2-2:45pm $10/$12 221410-01

LOCATION: Nature Center MIN/MAX: 6/16

INSTRUCTOR: Wings and Talons

AGE: 6-11yrs

DAY DATE TIME FEE CODE

Sat Dec 9 11am-1pm $28/$32 221432-01

LOCATION: Nature Center MIN/MAX: 6/12

INSTRUCTOR: Ms. Jess

Winter Young Explorers

Join our Winter Young Explorers designed for the youngest nature enthusiasts. Learn about the wild animals at Springbrook Nature Center and how they survive the cold months. Get the chance to meet some live critters and participate in fun games, activities and art projects. Dress for the cold weather and make sure to wear your hats & gloves!! (CC)

DAY DATE TIME FEE

Sat Dec 16 11:30am-1pm $15/$18

CODE: 311400-01

LOCATION: Nature Center

MIN/MAX: 6/12 INSTRUCTOR: Ms. Jess

Junior Naturalist Club

Do you want to learn more about nature and how you can help protect it? Maybe you like to garden, go on creek walks, explore nature, and roast marshmallows. If this sounds exciting, you should become a Junior Naturalist (JN). The JN club is a group of kids that love to have a good time and help out at the Nature Center. The JNs help work special events, participate in restoration projects, take care of the animals in the building, and much more! This club meets once a week, usually on Fridays, Saturdays or Sundays at the Nature Center. A newsletter with exact dates, times, activities and other important information is provided every few months. Spots are limited in this club, so don't miss out on a once in a lifetime opportunity! You can reach Chris at ccarling@itascaparkdistrict.com with any questions. (CC)

AGE: 8-15yrs

DAY DATE TIME FEE CODE

Varies Year Round Varies Free 531400-01

LOCATION: Nature Center MIN/MAX: 8/20

INSTRUCTOR: Ms. Jess