Preschool Programs

Nature Playgroup
Little ones and their parents play and learn in the natural world in this six-week session. Stories, songs, simple crafts, and discovery outings will highlight each day's theme.
Ages 0 - 4 (w/parent)

Nature Tots
Explore and discover the natural world around us through sensory activities, songs, movement and a short hike. Different topics each day in this six-week session.
Ages 2 - 3 (w/parent)

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DIY Snow Globes12/15/2018 @ 11:00 am-12:00 pmShake up the winter season with a homemade snow globe! Start with a dash of winter figurines, add a spoonful of snowflakes, mix together with liquid, and shake!
Holiday Wreath Making Workshop12/15/2018 @ 2:00 pm-4:00 pmCraft a festive wreath to deck your halls! We provide refreshments, fresh greens, 12”wreath frames, and know how. You bring creativity!
Quartz Crystal Jewelry12/16/2018 @ 1:00 pm-2:00 pmDesign and create a bracelet, necklace or earrings with quartz crystals. Perfect for holiday gift giving, or keep it for yourself! All supplies provided.
Tails and Tots12/16/2018 @ 3:00 pm-4:00 pmStory time with a natural twist. Come listen to some stories, learn new songs, and move like the animals.
Plankton Monitoring Studies12/19/2018 @ 10:00 am-12:00 pmOur plankton citizen science project is a great opportunity for science-minded individuals to contribute to monitoring and research at the Center. Help is needed with collection, identification, and analysis of plankton samples. Interested individuals should contact the Center for introductory training.