Natural Gifts for Mother’s Day

Wildcat Glades Education Cottage 301 Riviera Drive, JOPLIN, MO

For ages 7 and up. Mother’s Day is just around the corner! There is no better gift than a handmade one, and this class will focus on creating natural gifts that you can give to the mom in your life! This class will have limited spaces and will fill quickly, so be sure to reserve […]

May Day

Wildcat Glades Pavilion 2FHH+CP4, Joplin, MO

Join us at Wildcat Park for an old-fashioned May Day celebration! We will have a may pole, old fashion races, yard games and lots of fun! Bring a few dollars for treats, and raffles with great prizes. No registration needed, just bring a picnic and your racing shoes.

Preschool Connections: Turtle’s Day Out

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 […]

Yoga in Nature for Kids

Wildcat Glades Education Cottage 301 Riviera Drive, JOPLIN, MO

Led by Amanda, a Registered Yoga Teacher, this class is designed to incorporate elements of fun, breathing and yoga poses specifically for kids. Bring your yoga mat or a towel, and a reusable water bottle. Yoga is very beneficial for children’s health and even better when it can be done outdoors. Must pre-register. Please sign […]

Yoga in Nature for Kids

Wildcat Glades Education Cottage 301 Riviera Drive, JOPLIN, MO

For ages 4 and up accompanied by an adult Led by Amanda, a Registered Yoga Teacher, this class is designed to incorporate elements of fun, breathing and yoga poses specifically for kids. Bring your yoga mat or a towel, and a reusable water bottle. Yoga is very beneficial for children’s health and even better when […]

Preschool Connections: Hector the Misunderstood Snake

Wildcat Glades Education Cottage 301 Riviera Drive, JOPLIN, MO

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 why […]

Preschool Connections: Hector the Misunderstood Snake

Wildcat Glades Education Cottage 301 Riviera Drive, JOPLIN, MO

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 […]

Adult Program: Toad Abode- Attracting Natural Insect Zappers

Wildcat Glades Education Cottage 301 Riviera Drive, JOPLIN, MO

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 […]

Nature Explorers: Frog Friends and Toad Abodes

Wildcat Glades Education Cottage 301 Riviera Drive, JOPLIN, MO

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 […]

Nature Explorers: Frog Friends and Toad Abodes

Wildcat Glades Education Cottage 301 Riviera Drive, JOPLIN, MO

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 […]