Free Class Sponsored by Calvin Cassady for ages 3-7 No one on the farm likes Hector the snake… until he saves a baby chick! Snakes are incredible animals, and yet, they are probably one of the misunderstood of all in the animal kingdom. Join us to learn about the snakes we have in Missouri, and […]
For ages 13 and up. $10 per person. Whether you find toads adorable (which is the side of the fence that we stand firmly on), or not-so-adorable. they are very useful in your yard! Toads can eat up to 1,000 insects in a day. We will host a class on making your own toad abode […]
Free Class Sponsored by the Corley Foundation for ages 7-14 Frogs and toads are neat little critters that are more often seen than heard. For this Nature Explorers program, we will learn all about the frogs and toads of Missouri. Kids will gain a knowledge of some of the frog and toad calls we might […]
Free Class Sponsored by the Corley Foundation for ages 7-14 Frogs and toads are neat little critters that are more often seen than heard. For this Nature Explorers program, we will learn all about the frogs and toads of Missouri. Kids will gain a knowledge of some of the frog and toad calls we might […]
Have you ever been to a museum and noticed their incredible insect displays? Maybe, upon viewing those, you wished that you could have displays to look at of your own! Join us to learn about how to capture and display insects, both ethically and efficiently. Participants will receive a small insect display kit, and will […]
Ages 7-14. Insects are abundant this time of year. Though they are often dismissed because of their small size, insects lead truly fascinating lives that we tend to overlook. There is an entire world happening under our feet that deserves our attention! Join us to learn all about the cool insects at Wildcat Park. We […]
Ages 7-14. Insects are abundant this time of year. Though they are often dismissed because of their small size, insects lead truly fascinating lives that we tend to overlook. There is an entire world happening under our feet that deserves our attention! Join us to learn all about the cool insects at Wildcat Park. We […]
Join Wildcat at Schifferdecker Aquatic Center to learn about water safety. This is a partnership event with Joplin YMCA, The Alliance of Southwest Missouri, Joplin Parks & Recreation, Redings Mill Fire Department & Joplin Fire Department. To register, contact Joplin Parks & Recreation.
Solomon the turtle is whisked away for an adventure for the day! Join us to read “Turtle’s Day Out,” sing a song, and do a craft! Children will learn all about turtles and their lives here in Missouri. They will also have an opportunity to see a live turtle up close and in person! You […]
Birds are busy building nests and raising young! This incredible spectacle might seem like it is only visible in areas that are far away from cities, but all sorts of birds can be found right in the middle of Joplin! Interesting and beautiful birds are found in our local parks, including Landreth Park. Join us […]
