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ANNUAL SPRING ICE SHOW

Join us for the 2022 St. Louis Park Skate School Spring Ice Show! This is your skater’s moment to shine showing what they’ve learned in skate school in a choreographed program set to music. Skaters will be divided into performance groups by level just as in a typical skate school class and must be enrolled in winter 2 session classes prior to participate. Each group will have six to 10 practices between Feb. 21 – March 18 leading up to the show, including dress rehearsal on Friday, March 19. Practices will be 30 minutes in length, and final practice schedule will be determined by participation numbers. Performances will be held at 7 p.m. Saturday, March 19 and 1 p.m. Sunday, March 20. Contact skate@stlouispark.org with any questions.

Registration deadline: Dec. 5

Show activity descriptions

Beginner Snowplow, Advanced Snowplow, Basic 1 – 2/Pre-Alpha, Adult

Group will have six to eight practices, perform in a group number and appear in show finale. Basic 1 – 2/Pre-Alpha, Snowplow and Adult groups typically practice Mondays between 6:15 – 7:15 p.m. and Saturdays between 9 – 10 a.m. DAYs DATES Sa, M Feb. 21 – March 20 FEE $80 per person (resident) / $88 (non-resident)

Basic 3-4/Alpha through Freestyle

Group will have six to 10 practices and will perform in a group number, an introduction number and show finale. Practice times may vary during the times listed in the table below. DAYs DATES+TIMEs Sa, Su, M Mondays, 6:15 – 8:30 p.m.; Saturdays, 8:30 – 10 a.m.; Sundays, 4:30 – 6:15 p.m. FEE $90 per person (resident) / $98 (non-resident)

Specialty numbers (Freestyle)

Skaters must have passed Freestyle 1 or higher and registered for the Freestyle show group. Skaters must be a St. Louis Park ISI home rink member and represent St. Louis Park at ISI competitions for the entire competitive year (no later than Oct. 1). Placements are determined by a point system based on the following criteria that is tracked over the year: • Current test level skater is working on • Number of classes registered for the season and class attendance • Number of competitions and events participated in • Prior year show participation • Participation in skate school offerings such as camp, exhibitions, developmental ice, etc. DAYs DATES Sa, Su, M Feb. 21 – March 20 FEE $80 per person (resident) / $88 (non-resident)

Family number

Each show participant is invited to skate with one parent/relative or family friend age 15 years or over. This activity will have one extended practice to learn a choreographed program to music and attendance is mandatory. This is a great opportunity for friends and family to participate with their skater(s) and create memories you'll never forget. Parents/family participating with a skater will also need to register for this activity. DAY DATE+TIME W March 16, 6 – 7:30 p.m. FEE $15 per participant

Graduating seniors

This group is only for skaters that are graduating high school in 2022. Skaters must also be registered for their respective level show group. There is no fee to participate in this number. Practices will be determined by final rehearsal schedule.

City of St. Louis Park

NATURE CENTE R

Public programs

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ALL CHILDREN AGES 2+ MUST PAY AND BE ACCOMPANIED BY A PAID ADULT UNLESS OTHERWISE STATED

Critter Close-up

ALL AGES Westwood Hills Nature Center, 8300 W. Franklin Ave. Have you ever wondered what a salamander feels like? What a turtle likes to eat? Or how a snake moves without any legs? Our education animals will be out for an up-close and hands-on morning where you can learn the answers to these questions and more. DAYs DATEs+TIME

Sa Dec. 4, 10 – 11 a.m. Su Jan. 23, 10 – 11 a.m. Sa Feb. 26, 10 – 11 a.m. Su March 27, 10 – 11 a.m. FEE $5 per person (resident) / $8 (non-resident) Registration deadline: when program is full

Wild Woodpeckers

all AGES Westwood Hills Nature Center, 8300 W. Franklin Ave. Woodpeckers are found almost everywhere in the world, including Westwood. Find out which woodpeckers call Minnesota home and learn some amazing facts about these woodland birds. Put together a simple suet feeder and take a walk to search for woodpeckers and the clues they leave behind. DAY DATE+TIME

Sa Dec. 11, 12:30 – 2 p.m. FEE $5 per person (resident) / $8 (non-resident) Registration deadline: when program is full

Eco Gift Wrap

ALL AGES Westwood Hills Nature Center, 8300 W. Franklin Ave. Learn how to wrap gifts in a fun, decorative and eco-friendly way. Bring up to three gifts and we will wrap them using natural, sustainable and recyclable materials. When you’re done with this program, your gifts will be wrapped beautifully and earth-friendly! DAY DATE+TIME

Su Dec. 19, 3 – 4:30 p.m. FEE $8 per person (resident) / $10 (non-resident) Registration deadline: when program is full

Be The Light Winter Solstice Walk

ALL AGES Westwood Hills Nature Center, 8300 W. Franklin Ave. We will use this shortest day of the year to help us remember that many in our community aren’t able “to see the light” because of struggles with mental illness or difficult situations. We can help to be the light for those who need it, and guide them to take their first “steps” out of the darkness. Activities will include a self-guided luminary trail and making your own luminary. DAY DATE+TIME

Tu Dec. 21, 6:30 – 8 p.m. FEE Free; preregistration required Registration deadline: when program is full

Nature Trivia

ALL AGES Westwood Hills Nature Center, 8300 W. Franklin Ave. Bring your family and friends for a fun day of nature trivia. Put your nature knowledge to the test as a naturalist hosts Westwood’s trivia game day. Prizes and fun for everyone! DAY DATE+TIME

Sa Jan. 8, 12:30 – 2 p.m. FEE $5 per person (resident) / $8 (non-resident) Registration deadline: when program is full

Sunset Walk

ALL AGES Westwood Hills Nature Center, 8300 W. Franklin Ave. Take advantage of the early sunsets this time of year and join a naturalist on an evening nature walk. Walk with friends, explore the trails and enjoy the views. DAY DATE+TIME

Su Jan. 16, 4:30 – 5:30 p.m. FEE $5 per person (resident) / $8 (non-resident) Registration deadline: when program is full

Life in the Cattails

ALL AGES Westwood Hills Nature Center, 8300 W. Franklin Ave. Muskrats, voles, birds and deer...many animals find the cattails cozy and tasty! Venture deep into the tall cattails along the lake to discover a world of tunnels, mazes and fun! DAY DATE+TIME

Sa Feb. 5, 12:30 – 2 p.m. FEE $5 per person (resident) / $8 (non-resident) Registration deadline: when program is full

Snowshoe Adventure

Ages 6+ Westwood Hills Nature Center, 8300 W. Franklin Ave. Join us for an exciting day of exploring the woods and wetlands at Westwood Hills Nature Center on snowshoes. Play games and follow tracks in the snow. Snowshoes are provided, but wear warm winter boots and dress in layers. This event is dependent on snow conditions. DAY DATE+TIME

Sa Feb. 12, 3 – 4:30 p.m. FEE $5 per person (resident) / $8 (non-resident) Registration deadline: when program is full

All ages Westwood Hills Nature Center, 8300 W. Franklin Ave. Design your own “tree cookie” creations to give to your valentine. Combine natural materials along with art and craft supplies to create something unique and special. We’ll provide the materials, you bring the creativity. DAY DATE+TIME

Su Feb. 13, 12:30 – 2 p.m. FEE $6 per person (resident) / $9 (non-resident) Registration deadline: when program is full

Owls

ALL AGES Westwood Hills Nature Center, 8300 W. Franklin Ave. Now is a great time to be on the lookout for owls! Join a naturalist as we learn about these amazing nocturnal animals. We will hike looking for evidence of owls living at the nature center. Dress for the weather and plan to spend time outdoors. DAY DATE+TIME

Su Feb. 20, 3 – 4:30 p.m. FEE $5 per person (resident) / $8 (non-resident) Registration deadline: when program is full

All AGES Westwood Hills Nature Center, 8300 W. Franklin Ave. Learn how to detect the “clues” that will help you identify the animal guests visiting your yard. We will go out on a nature hike to practice our detective skills as we search for tracks, food, fur and other evidence the animals leave behind. Dress for the weather and plan to spend some time outdoors. DAY DATE+TIME

Su March 13, 3 – 4:30 p.m FEE $5 per person (resident) / $8 (non-resident) Registration deadline: when program is full

Maple Syrup

all AGES Westwood Hills Nature Center, 8300 W. Franklin Ave. Join us for this annual rite of spring. Tap a tree and if the sap is running, taste the sweet sap. Discover how the trees are tapped and how the sap is collected and cooked to become syrup. DAY DATE+TIME

Sa March 19, 1 – 3 p.m. FEE $5 per person (resident) / $8 (non-resident) Registration deadline: when program is full

AGES 18+ Westwood Hills Nature Center, 8300 W. Franklin Ave. Explore your natural curiosity. Join a naturalist on a nature walk. We’ll focus in on the seasonal activities of the plants and animals found in the park, so each hike will be a unique experience. DAY DATEs+TIME

Sa Jan. 29, 10 – 11:30 a.m. Sa March 26, 10 – 11:30 a.m. FEE $5 per person (resident) / $8 (non-resident) Registration deadline: when program is full

Fire Building

ALL AGES Westwood Hills Nature Center, 8300 W. Franklin Ave. Create your own fire starter and put it to use! Learn about different structures and materials that can be used to start a campfire. DAY DATE+TIME

Sa March 5, 12:30 – 2 p.m. FEE $5 per person (resident) / $8 (non-resident) Registration deadline: when program is full

JUNIOR NATURALIST

GRADES 7 – 12 (2022-2023)

Are you ready to volunteer and have some fun? Do you enjoy helping kids with activities, caring for animals or helping with projects? If so, visit www.stlouispark.org/whnc beginning March 1 for information on our popular Westwood Hills Nature Center Junior Naturalist program!

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See page 19 for details.