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Children's Program

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    Critter Origami

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    Pop by the nature center and learn how to make origami birds, bugs and other fun critters that are found in the park.

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    Shoreline Walk And Rock Skipping Contest

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    Meet at the nature center and join our naturalist on a brief walk along the shoreline which will include a rock skipping lesson and contest as well as some discussion of Door County history.

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    Saturday Explorers – Spiders

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    Drop by the Nature Center to play with spider puppets, participate in spider trivia, make spider webs, spider art and more.

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    Summer Scavenger Hunt/Geocache

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    Love a good scavenger hunt or curious about geocaching? If so, come and pick up a checklist of items to search for while you enjoy a walk throughout the park. There will be 10 items listed. Find seven or more to win a prize of your choosing! This…

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    INK FISH PRINTING

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    “Gyotaku” (guy-yo-tah-koo) or ink fish printing was originally a method of counting how many fish a fisherperson caught. Try your hand at this ancient artform with help from our wonderful volunteers.

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    Urban Critter: RACOON

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    Curious about these masked bandits? If so, drop in and learn about these mysterious critters with our educator, Maria. There will be hands-on activities and a take home a craft at the end! This activity is designed with families in mind, but all…

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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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    Storytime: Mighty Wings w/ the author

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    Join children’s book author Debbie Clement to sing and dance while learning about Monarch butterflies.

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    Tales for Tots

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    Come hear some tall "tails" read by our naturalist, Anne. In this series of stories, we will be reading about creatures that live among us and the environment we share! This program is being hosted with small children in mind.

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    Father’s Day Fishing Clinic

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    Come and join the staff out at Lakeshore State Park for our Father’s Day Fishing Clinic! All are welcome. Supplies will be available for those attending. No license required for children 15 and under.

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