Nature Tykes - Flower Fun

Let the little ones absorb the beauty of nature as we explore the natural areas around Prairie Grass Nature Museum. Enjoy fingerplays, stories, crafts, and outdoor experiences! Classes held indoors and outdoors, so dress for the weather. Registration required.

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Aquatics Center and Nature Museum
Age: 3 - 8
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$20 (R) $22 (NR)
Wed: May. 07 - May. 21
10:00 am: 1h
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Hikin' Tykes

Get the little ones out for a short hike and fun. Join a naturalist and see what nature brings to our attention as we explore the natural area behind the Avon Township office.

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Avon Township
Age: 3 - 7
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$8 (R) $10 (NR)
Tue: Jun. 03
10:00 am: 45m
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Avon Township
Age: 3 - 7
Fees
$8 (R) $10 (NR)
Tue: Jul. 01
10:00 am: 45m
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Avon Township
Age: 3 - 7
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$8 (R) $10 (NR)
Tue: Aug. 12
10:00 am: 45m
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Nature Art

Let out your inner artist. Try a variety of art media together with natural materials. Each month has a different focus. Session 1: Create a hand sewn Nature Journal, Session 2: Make a clay vessel and other items. Session 3: Collect, press, and use pressed flowers to create a candle holder and lantern. Additional projects to be determined.

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Aquatics Center and Nature Museum
Age: 9 - 14
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$36 (R) $40 (NR)
Wed: Jun. 04 - Jun. 25
4:00 pm: 1h
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Age: 9 - 14
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$36 (R) $40 (NR)
Wed: Jul. 02 - Jul. 23
4:00 pm: 1h
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Age: 9 - 14
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$36 (R) $40 (NR)
Wed: Aug. 06 - Aug. 20
4:00 pm: 1h
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Feathered Friends

Spend time outdoors searching for and learning about area birds. Discover where they live, how they fly and what they eat. Identify birds by appearance and by their calls. Birdwalks and crafts will be included.

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Age: 6 - 10
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$34 (R) $36 (NR)
Jun. 17 - Jun. 19
9:30 am: 2h
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Raptors

Hawks, osprey, and eagles are some of the amazing birds of prey that reside in Lake County. Learn about their favored habitats, bird calls, and identification features. Hands on activities will include dissecting owl pellets.

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Age: 9 - 13
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$36 (R) $40 (NR)
Jun. 17 - Jun. 19
1:00 pm: 2h
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Incredible Insects

?Insects are all around us. Are they good or bad companions? Spend time looking for insects, learning about their life cycles and unique adaptations. Enjoy crafts and playtime.

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Age: 6 - 10
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$34 (R) $36 (NR)
Jun. 24 - Jun. 26
9:30 am: 2h
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Pond Pals

Learn about the hidden wonders living in and around the pond while enjoying outdoor nature play. Learn to safely catch, observe, and release critters. Participants will play games, explore, and make crafts.

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Aquatics Center and Nature Museum
Age: 6 - 13
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$28 (R) $32 (NR)
Jul. 15 - Jul. 17
9:30 am: 2h
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Nature Tykes

Engage with your little one as we explore various aspects of nature. Enjoy a story and outdoor exploration. Finish with activities and crafts. Each class spends some time outside, so dress for the weather. Each month focuses on a different topic. Registration required.

Registration required.

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Aquatics Center and Nature Museum
Age: 3 - 7
Fees
$28 (R) $32 (NR)
Wed: Sep. 03 - Sep. 17
10:00 am: 1h
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Aquatics Center and Nature Museum
Age: 3 - 7
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$28 (R) $32 (NR)
Wed: Oct. 01 - Oct. 15
10:00 am: 1h
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Age: 3 - 7
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$28 (R) $32 (NR)
Wed: Nov. 05 - Nov. 19
10:00 am: 1h
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Aquatics Center and Nature Museum
Age: 3 - 7
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$28 (R) $32 (NR)
Wed: Dec. 03 - Dec. 17
10:00 am: 1h
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Nature Notes - Foxes

Wild animals are wonderful. Come to PGNM to learn about some animals that may live nearby. Our staff will engage children in learning and encourage respect for nature. Learn about a different animal each month.


Sept – Foxes

Oct –Bats

Nov –Bobcats

Dec – Bears

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Age: 6 - 13
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$6 (R) $8 (NR)
Sat: Sep. 13
2:00 pm: 1h
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Outdoor Adventurers

Outdoor Adventures -
Bring your nature lovers to discover what's going on in Hart's Woods! With our Nature Museum staff, you will explore, walk the nature trail, and examine the woodlands. Who knows what you’ll see? This program is outdoors. Please dress for the weather.

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Aquatics Center and Nature Museum
Age: 6 - 13
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Thu: Sep. 18
4:00 pm: 30m
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Aquatics Center and Nature Museum
Age: 6 - 13
Fees
Thu: Oct. 16
4:00 pm: 30m
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Aquatics Center and Nature Museum
Age: 6 - 13
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Thu: Nov. 13
4:00 pm: 30m
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Nature Notes - Bats

Wild animals are wonderful. Come to PGNM to learn about some animals that may live nearby. Our staff will engage children in learning and encourage respect for nature. Learn about a different animal each month.


Sept – Foxes

Oct –Bats

Nov –Bobcats

Dec – Bears

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Aquatics Center and Nature Museum
Age: 6 - 13
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$6 (R) $8 (NR)
Sat: Oct. 11
2:00 pm: 1h
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Nature Notes - Bobcats

Wild animals are wonderful. Come to PGNM to learn about some animals that may live nearby. Our staff will engage children in learning and encourage respect for nature. Learn about a different animal each month.


Sept – Foxes

Oct –Bats

Nov –Bobcats

Dec – Bears

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Aquatics Center and Nature Museum
Age: 6 - 13
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$6 (R) $8 (NR)
Sat: Nov. 08
2:00 pm: 1h
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Natural Products

Want a more sustainable and eco-friendlier household? Save money and use fewer chemicals by making more natural products instead. Session 1 will create a natural spray cleaner and a room freshener. Session 2. will make a simple skin lotion and lip balm.

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Aquatics Center and Nature Museum
Age: 14+
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$18 (R) $22 (NR)
Sat: Nov. 15
2:00 pm: 1h
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Natural Products

Want a more sustainable and eco-friendlier household? Save money and use fewer chemicals by making more natural products instead. Session 1 will create a natural spray cleaner and a room freshener. Session 2. will make a simple skin lotion and lip balm.

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Aquatics Center and Nature Museum
Age: 14+
Fees
$18 (R) $22 (NR)
Sat: Nov. 22
2:00 pm: 1h
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Nature Notes - Bears

Wild animals are wonderful. Come to PGNM to learn about some animals that may live nearby. Our staff will engage children in learning and encourage respect for nature. Learn about a different animal each month.


Sept – Foxes

Oct –Bats

Nov –Bobcats

Dec – Bears

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Aquatics Center and Nature Museum
Age: 6 - 13
Fees
$6 (R) $8 (NR)
Sat: Dec. 06
2:00 pm: 1h
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