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Educational Programs

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    Kids Archery Camp 2

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    At this kids' archery camp, you can learn archery basics from NASP-certified instructors. The camp is open to kids aged 9-17.

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    Story Time With Animals

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    Learn about what flies, slithers, hops and walks through nature stories read aloud by MacKenzie naturalists and explore the lives of the animals in our wildlife area.

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    Pop-Up Nature: Snakes

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    Stop by the Pop-Up Nature Table to find out about snakes.

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    Walking Tour of Aztalan

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    Free guided tour of the park by archaeologist Bob Birmingham.

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    Open Door Bird Sanctuary - Live Raptor Show

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    Get up close and personal with incredible birds of prey at this live raptor show!

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    Ruffed Grouse Biology and Management

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    Join Alaina Roth, DNR Wildlife Biologist and Ruffed Grouse Specialist, to learn about the life history and ecology of our most widespread North American gamebird, the ruffed grouse!

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    Edible Plants Hike

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    Join us on our edible plants hike and we’ll show you how to identify some of the wild edibles growing in our area, plus some tips on how to harvest and prepare them.

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    Kids Fishing Tips - Basic Fishing & Safety

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    DNR-certified angler education instructors are providing a Learn to Fish clinic series on the first Saturday of the month this summer.

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    Lime Kiln Tour

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    Take an interpretive hike and travel back in time to learn about the lime kiln industry days and the old town of Clifton.

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    Critter Corner – Opossums

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    Drop in and join the naturalist for hands-on activities and fun.

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