Education
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Storytime With Animals
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Children of all ages can come listen to a story read by MacKenzie Center naturalists, nestled nicely in the wildlife area. As you hear stories about frog songs and wilderness explorers, you might also hear the Wolf chime in with a howl, or the Raven…
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Summer Is Fun At The Mead
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Summer is Fun at the Mead, Fridays 10-11:15am, June 16th-Aug 18th. Free fun for the whole family; no registration required.
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Nature Storytime
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A reading of "I Call It Sky." Each Nature Storytime includes a story and a craft or activity created for little ones that are between 2 and 5 years old.
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Little Naturalists Program
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Help your littles discover a love for nature with our Little Naturalist Program. Join us as we uncover the natural world around us using literature, music, play and hands-on discovery. Best for ages 10 and under.
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Pollinator Hike
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Join our educators on a casual, mid-afternoon hike through Lakeshore State Park to celebrate these important creatures!
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Make A Birdhouse Birdfeeder
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Pop into the nature center to learn how to make your own birdfeeder using just popsicle sticks and hot glue.
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Naturalist Cabin
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Stop by the naturalist cabin (adjacent to the main parking area), explore the nature center, visit the park naturalist, and participate in the day's activity.
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Meet The Sturgeon
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Pop into the nature center to learn more about the creature that gave our city its namesake. Listen to an info session led by our naturalist followed by sturgeon themed crafts.