Send messages to aliens and design your own Voyager Golden Record! The Voyager probes were launched in September 1977 and included greetings, music, images, and sound that hopefully will …
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Celebrate the anniversary of the Apollo mission by building your own rocket! July 20th is the 56th anniversary of the moon landing, and we're celebrating by launching our own rockets! …
Become the zoo director, and design your dream zoo! Learn about animal habitats, enrichment, and conservation as you use your creativity to build habitats with recycled materials.
Learn to mindfully experience nature with journaling no artistic ability required! We’ll guide you through how to connect and look closely to the world around us. This program is perfect for …
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Did you know that reptiles don't sweat? But then, how do they keep themselves cool on these hot summer days? Join us as we explore the world of ectotherms, do …
"Feed me, Seymour!" We're stepping into the freaky flower shop to learn the how's and why's of flytraps, sundews, pitcher plants, and other meat-eating plants.
Let’s go outdoors! We’re learning an new skill to help us survive in the wilderness. No experience is necessary. Are you up to the challenge? This week we're making our …
We’re spending our springtime days with adventure on the brain! Join us for a trip to Starved Rock State Park for a day of hiking and picnicking. Transportation provided. Meet at …
How do you react when we see a snake? What about a spider, bat, or wolf? Join us as we peek behind the curtains of the myths and legends that …
A bug hotel is a structure filled with materials that different insects and spiders like to use as a habitat. These crawlies aren’t so creepy when they’re doing their part …
What's wild in the city? More than you'd think! Urban areas have a lot of nature - join us as we put on our investigation glasses and scour the park …
Wait, is that a larks head or a bowline? Or is it a sheet bend? And what do all these knots for anyway? Join us in learning how to …
