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Knots for Outdoor Enthusiasts
Friday, Jul 28, 6:30-8:00P
Wait, is that a larks head or a bowline? Or is it a sheet
bend? What do all these knots do anyway? Join us in
learning how to tie different knots, what they're for,
and how to use them on your next outdoor adventure.
Ages 7+
Res Fee $13 - Fee $18
Active Adult Members
Location: Austin Gardens
Family Nature Trivia Challenge
Saturday, Jul 29, 12:30-2:00P
Put on your thinking caps! We're testing our nature
knowledge and playing some trivia using Kahoot!
Topics include dinosaurs, plants, birds, rainforests,
and more. Refreshments provided.
Ages 5-11 with Adult
Res Fee $13 - Fee $18
Location: Austin Gardens
Stop By for Science!
Saturday, Aug 5, 12:00-1:30P
Calling all kid scientists! From making gummy
worms dance to giving tea bags the power of flight,
we're sure to give you an hour and a half jam-packed
with exciting – and sometimes edible – experiments!
Ages 4-9 with Adult
Res Fee $17 - Fee $22
Location: Austin Gardens
Junior Marine Biologists
Sunday, Aug 6, 3:30-5:00P
Dive into marine biology with us as we explore the
deep blue sea! We'll be learning about what lives in
the different ocean zones and making cras of the
different creatures we find. Plus, add your favorite
ocean animal to our giant marine mural! Ages 4-9
with Adult
Res Fee $13 - Fee $18
Location: Austin Gardens
International Wolf Day
Sunday, Aug 13, 3:30-5:00P
Awoooo! Howl at the moon with us as we celebrate
wolves! We're taking a look at world's largest canine
and how these familial animals live their lives. Plus,
discover the story of this amazing species and why it
le its historic home of Illinois. Ages 7+
Res Fee $13 - Fee $18
Location: Austin Gardens
Diggin' Dinos
Sunday, Aug 20, 3:30-5:00P
Put on your paleontology hats, everyone! We're
having our own dinosaur dig! Get hands-on with us
as we use our scientific tools to uncover the secrets of
the Prehistoric Age. Plus, make-and-take a fossil treat
of your own! Ages 4-9 with Adult
Res Fee $13 - Fee $18
Location: Austin Gardens
NATURE WALKS & HIKES
Morning Bird Walks
Austin Gardens to Cheney Mansion
ursdays, 8:00-9:00A
Apr 6 • Apr 20 • May 4 • May 18
Location: Austin Gardens
Taylor Park to Dole Center
Wednesdays, 8:00-9:00A
Apr 12 • Apr 26 • May 10 • May 24
Location: Taylor Park
Spring is in the air and so are our birds! is time
of year is perfect for some birdwatching. Join us for
a leisurely walk from Austin Gardens to Cheney
Mansion as we keep an eye out for our winged
friends. Cameras, binoculars, sketchbooks, and bird
bingo cards are welcome. Ages 7+
Res Fee $11 - Fee $14
Active Adult Members
Rising Sun Nature Walk
Sunday, Apr 9, 6:00-7:00A
It has risen! (e sun.) We're enjoying the early
morning sunrise by taking a stroll through Mills
Park and breathing in that crisp spring air. Hot cocoa
provided to sip while you stroll as we talk about the
signs of spring. Ages 7+
Res Fee $11 - Fee $14
Active Adult Members
Location: Mills Park
Young Birders Nature Walk
Sunday, Apr 30, 9:00-10:00A
We're exploring our park and learning all about birds!
We will play games to count how many we see. Plus,
we'll practice singing like a chickadee and some of our
other favorite songbirds! Binoculars welcome.
Ages 4-11 with Adult
Res Fee $11 - Fee $14
Location: Lindberg Park
Mother's Day Nature Walk
Sunday, May 14, 9:30-10:30A
It's Mother's Day! Start the morning off with a guided
walk through Maple Park, featuring stories about
the great moms of the animal kingdom. Learn about
elephants, orangutans, and more! Morning beverages
provided. Ages 4+ with Adult
Res Fee $11 - Fee $14
Location: Maple Park
Spring Wildflower Family Hike
Sunday, May 28, 3:30-5:00P
Enjoy the first flowers of spring with us as we hike
through atcher Woods in Maywood. Explore
sights, sounds, and smells as the forest reawakens
aer its winter slumber and begins to bloom.
Transportation available, or meet us there.
Ages 3+ with Adult
Res Fee $11 - Fee $14
Location: atcher Woods
Mid-Week Meander: Austin
Gardens to Cheney Mansion
ursdays, 8:00-9:00A
Jun 1 • Jun 15 • Jun 29 • Jul 13 • Jul 27 •
Aug 10 • Aug 24
We're taking our walk early today to beat that
heat! Join us for a neighborhood stroll from Austin
Gardens to Cheney Mansion and enjoy the summer
weather on a beautiful day. Ages 7+
Res Fee $11 - Fee $14
Active Adult Members
Location: Austin Gardens
Supervisor: Hannah Szuch
Mixed-Age One-Day Programs and Nature Walks (Youth & Adult)
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