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Join our naturalists for an exciting adventure in the Konkapot Creek catching crayfish and other aquatic critters. Wear shoes to walk in the water and bring a net and bucket if you have one (available for those who need.) This is a “Passport to Nature” activity. FREE

This class is intended for children 3-5 years old and their parent/guardian. Listen to the book Crawdad Creek by Scott Russell Sanders, go on a nature hike, and make a craft project! This will be an indoor and outdoor program. Please come dressed for the weather. Pre-registration is required, and class size is limited. FREE […]

Come celebrate World Snake Day (July 16) with Steve Keller’s Traveling Snake Show! Learn about snakes & get a chance to have a hands-on experience with one of the world’s most misunderstood creatures! FREE

Join us as we explore the basics of fishing. Learn how to cast a fishing rod, learn fun facts about fish, and participate in a fish scavenger hunt around the nature center. This program is geared towards children 5 — 10 years old. Feel free to fish in the Fox River before and after the […]

Expanding our popular 1000 Little Wonders preschool program, we are excited to offer our NEW Explorers program! Children will learn about natural topics through hands-on exploration. This will take place mainly outdoors (weather permitting) so come dressed for getting outside and getting messy! Ages 3-5. Pre-registration is required and class size is limited. FREE To […]

Lend a hand in the Conservancy Zone and make a difference in your community. Help is needed to control invasive species, planting seedlings, trees and flowers, weeding and cleaning up garden beds, trail repair, general clean-up and maintenance. This is a great opportunity for meet-up groups, team building activities, volunteer hour requirements, and scout conservation […]

Join our naturalists for an exciting adventure in the Konkapot Creek catching crayfish and other aquatic critters. Wear shoes to walk in the water and bring a net and bucket if you have one (available for those who need.) This is a “Passport to Nature” activity. FREE