Junior Naturalists
The Junior Naturalists program series offers
environmental education through games, art and outdoor experiences
for children ages 5-12, Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 10:00
a.m. – noon throughout
the summer. There is a cost of $4 for non-members and $3 for
members per program or $48/$36 for the series of 12 programs. Reservations
are not required, this is a drop-in program. Program scholarships
are available to Junior Naturalists participants.
2008 Program Series:
Between Fences
Tuesday, June 24, 10:00 a.m - Noon
Explore the cultural use of fences and their connections to land and people in the Museum's Smithsonian Institution traveling exhibit, Between Fences. For Junior Naturalists who can participate, work on the Junior Naturalists Float, Noon-2:00 p.m. Bring lunch.
Common Sense
Wednesday, June 25, 10:00 a.m - Noon
Explore the natural world through a variety of activities using your five senses. For Junior Naturalists who can participate, work on the Junior Naturalists Float, Noon-2:00 p.m. Bring lunch.
Collaborative Challenges
Tuesday, July 1, 10:00 a.m - Noon
Trust, cooperation, communication, and creative thinking are all important skills needed to work as a team. Join us as we strengthen our teamwork skills by participating in fun and exciting challenges. For Junior Naturalists who can participate, work on the Junior Naturalists Float, Noon-2:00 p.m. Bring lunch.
Choose Your Own Adventure
Wednesday, July 2, 10:00 a.m. - Noon
Don't miss this opportunity to choose from a wide variety of activities. For Junior Naturalists who can participate, work on the Junior Naturalists Float, Noon-2:00 p.m. Bring lunch.
Junior Naturalists Float
Friday, July 4
Watch for the Junior Naturalists float in the Cable parade!
Find Art in Nature
Tuesday, July 8, 10:00 a.m. - Noon
Experience nature as an artist by drawing and observing nature.
Hooray for Habitats
Wednesday, July 9, 10:00 a.m. - Noon
Discover what animals live in certain habitats and learn about how these habitats change over time.
Forest-Tree Adventures
Tuesday, July 15, 10:00 a.m. - Noon
Find out more about the plants that grow in the northwoods.
Wet and Wild River
Wednesday, July 16, 10:00 a.m. - Noon
Join the Department of Natural Resources fish crew and National Park Service St. Croix National Scenic Riverway park ranger to learn more about what lives in the Namekagon River. Don't forget to bring a swimsuit, towel, and water shoes! Parents are invited to attend.
Body Basics
Tuesday, July 29, 10:00 a.m. - Noon
Join us as we discover how your body works and how to take better care of it.
Pollution Patrol
Wednesday, July 30, 10:00 a.m. - Noon
Picking up after ourselves is an important skill; join us as we learn how to better protect the earth by participating in a community-wide clean up and then produce our own skits. Parents are invited to join us for the final 30 minutes to watch the productions and eat ice cream! |
