Educational Programs
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Animal Feeding
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Ever wanted to see a turtle eat? Or see a snake up close? Come visit the animals as they eat their lunch. Each animal feeding will focus on one of the animal ambassadors that live in the Havenwoods Nature Center.
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Nature Story Time: Sun
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What makes the sun warm? How is the sun different from the moon? We will answer these questions and make a sun craft.
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Winter Bird Hike
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Winter is a great time to go bird watching, with leafless trees and a snowy landscape making it easier to find the birds.
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Get In Touch With Nature: Weekend Bald Eagle Painting
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What year was the bald eagle designated our national bird? The answer will probably surprise you! Paint an 8 x 10 canvas using acrylic paints and learn about one of our national symbols that was removed from the threatened species list in 2007.
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Knee High Naturalist: Dear Deer!
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Meet at Shelter 1 with your three to five-year-old and enjoy learning all about deer!
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Nature Story Time: Snow Tracks
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Who left those snow tracks? Let’s explore the woods and see what animals are active in the winter.
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Virtual Angler Education Instructor Training And Certification Workshop
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Join the DNR for a two-night virtual workshop to become an Angler Education Instructor. Even though this is a virtual workshop, your hands will be busy, and you'll be engaged with your fellow participants.
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Owl Prowl Hike
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Join the naturalist on a hike through Steinke Basin to listen for owls and other sounds of the night.
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Open Crafting
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Grab your project and meet up with fellow crafters at the Havenwoods State Forest Nature Center on the second Saturday of each month. This event is free and open to adult members of the public. All portable crafts are welcome - fiber arts, paper…
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Deer Butchering Workshop
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Join the National Deer Association at Sandhill Wildlife Area for an immersive and hands-on Deer Butchering Workshop hosted by the National Deer Association.