Wildcat Glades Nature Group

Preschool Connections: Ladybugs
2023-07-15 13:00 - 14:00 (America/Chicago) | Wildcat Glades Education Cottage, 301 Riviera Drive, JOPLIN, MO, 64804, United States
Free Class Sponsored by Calvin Cassady for ages 3-7
July 12th, 10 am – 11 am and July 15th, 1 pm-2 pm Wildcat Glades Education Cottage
Whether you call them ladybugs, lady beetles, or ladybird beetles, you know one when you see one! They are usually one of the first insects that children feel comfortable picking up. Join us to read a story, sing a song, and complete a ladybug-themed craft!
You must preregister by going to our Facebook page, emailing maddie@wildcatglades.org or by going to https://bit.ly/WCPreschoolJuly2023

Conservation in the Parks: Macroinvertebrates
2023-07-18 10:30 - 12:30 | Shoal Creek Conservation Education Center, 201 W Riviera Dr, Joplin, MO, 64804, United States
July 18th 10:30am-12:30pm at Wildcat Park.
All ages welcome, recommended for 7 and up.
Did you know that many insects spend the first part of their lives in the water? In fact, many insects spend most of their lives underwater and the terrestrial portion that we see is just a small part of their life cycles! Join Wildcat Glades Nature Group and Missouri Department of Conservation naturalists down in the water at Wildcat Park to look for these interesting critters!
This will be an event where participants will be in shallow water, so please dress appropriately. You can RSVP by visiting our Facebook page, emailing maddie@wildcatglades.org, or by going to https://bit.ly/ConservationInTheParksJuly2023.

Show Me Water Safety
2023-07-19 | Schifferdecker Aquatic Center, S Schifferdecker Ave, Joplin, MO, 64801, United States
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.

Shoal Creek Water Festival
2023-07-22 09:00 - 17:00 | Wildcat Glades Pavilion, 2FHH+CP4, Joplin, MO, 64804, United States
Meet us creekside at Wildcat Park for this annual event. There will be 20 plus informational booths, food trucks, cardboard boat races, shoebox boat races, entertainment, a lazy river float, and a rubber duck race for prizes. Our friends at Missouri Department of Conservation will host the fishing derby at Walter Woods- but you must register by calling 629-3434. For kids ages 15 & younger. Only 15 spots available- so register early. Cardboard boat entries must register by July 22. Rules & regs must be followed. Prize money, trophies, and bragging rights will be awarded at 2:30. See tickets below for prices. Shoebox boat entries must also register by July 15th. Rules & regs must be followed. First 50 registered will receive a small incentive. Winners of each age bracket will receive a cash prize. See tickets below for prices. Duck race will begin at 2:00 pm. Prizes will be awarded at 2:30. All prizes must be claimed by August 22nd or will be forfeited.

Summer Foraging: Confidence with the Basics
2023-08-02 18:00 - 20:00 | Wildcat Glades Education Cottage, 301 Riviera Drive, JOPLIN, MO, 64804, United States
25$ per Attendee August 2nd 6pm-8pm at the Wildcat Glades Education Cottage
Join Kelly Hock, certified foraging instructor, to learn about the basics of foraging. Participants will learn about how to identify plants to forage, how to utilize those plants, and how to gain confidence in identification. This will be a hands-on class, and there will be a short hike outside to test participant’s skills.
This program is going to have limited availability, and will only available to those that have pre-registered. You must pre-register by visiting our Facebook page, going to https://bit.ly/SummerForaging2023, or by emailing maddie@wildcatglades.org.

Nature Explorers: Trees in Wildcat Park
2023-08-09 10:00 - 11:00, 2023-08-17 18:00 - 19:30 | Wildcat Glades Education Cottage, 301 Riviera Drive, JOPLIN, MO, 64804, United States
August 9th 10am-11:30am and August 17th , 6pm – 7:30pm at Wildcat Glades Education Cottage
Ages 7-14, sponsored by the Corely Foundation
Trees are one of the most important plants in a forest. They provide shelter, food and shade to all animals in an ecosystem. Join us to learn about the identification of trees, how they grow, and why they are important. We will spend a bit of time talking about trees, and then we will go out on the trails to identify them!
You must preregister by going to our Facebook page, visiting https://bit.ly/NatureExplorersAugust2023, or by emailing maddie@wildcatglades.org.

Yoga in Nature for Kids
2023-08-12 10:00 - 11:00 | Wildcat Glades Pavilion, 2FHH+CP4, Joplin, MO, 64804, United States
Free to attend.
August 12th, 10:15-10:45 am at the Wildcat Park Pavilion, led by Peaceful Yoga
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 beneficial for children’s health and even better when it can be done outdoors.
Must pre-register. Please sign up by following the instructions on our Facebook page, by visiting https://bit.ly/YogaInNatureKids2023, or by emailing maddie@wildcatglades.org.

Animals in Disasters: Awareness and Preparedness
2023-08-12 18:00 - 20:00 | Wildcat Glades Education Cottage, 301 Riviera Drive, JOPLIN, MO, 64804, United States
August 12th, 6:00pm-8:00pm at the Wildcat Glades Education Cottage
Older audiences encouraged, for ages 13+
Join us in this course designed to increase awareness and preparedness among owners and care providers of
pets, livestock, and service animals, and learn how typical hazards affect animals and what can be done by
responsible owners to reduce the impact of disasters.
You must pre-register by visiting our Facebook page,
visiting https://bit.ly/AnimalsInDisastersAwareness2023, or by emailing maddie@wildcatglades.org.

Preschool Connections: Hummingbird Migration
2023-08-16 10:00 - 11:00 | Wildcat Glades Education Cottage, 301 Riviera Drive, JOPLIN, MO, 64804, United States
August 16th 10am-11am and August 19th from 1pm-2pm at Wildcat Glades Education Cottage
Ages 3-7, sponsored by Calvin Cassady
Hummingbirds are finishing up their nesting cycles and will be preparing to migrate back to their wintering range soon! They need lots of energy for their big trip, and the best way to support them is to provide native plants and/or hummingbird feeders for them. Join us to read a story about hummingbirds, sing a song, and make your very own hummingbird feeders!
You must pre-register to attend, and you can do so by visiting our Facebook page, visiting https://bit.ly/PreschoolConnectionsAugust2023, or by emailing maddie@wildcatglades.org.

Foraging Hike with Kelly
2023-08-19 09:00 - 11:00 | Wildcat Glades Education Cottage, 301 Riviera Drive, JOPLIN, MO, 64804, United States
$20 per attendee
August 19th, 9am-11am beginning at the Wildcat Glades Education Cottage
Adult program for ages 13 and up
Kelly Hock is a certified foraging instructor and will take a group of knowledge-hungry attendees on a hike
through the trails at Wildcat Park. Those who attend will gain a knowledge of wild edibles along the trails
system, the ethics of foraging, and how to identify plants.
This hike will have a limited number of slots available, and you must pre-register to attend. You can do so by visiting our Facebook page, by visiting https://bit.ly/ForagingHikeAugust2023, or by emailing maddie@wildcatglades.org.

Joplin Sesquicentennial Rock Stock
2023-09-08 00:00 - 2023-09-09 00:00 | Landreth Park, 1001 NW Murphy Blvd, Joplin, Joplin, 6480
Want to support Wildcat Glades Nature Group while celebrating Joplin’s 150th birthday? Stop by the Wildcat Glades booth at Rock Stock to purchase your beverages! All proceeds will benefit the Wildcat Glades Nature Group.

Lost Creek Water Festival
2023-09-08 09:00 - 14:30 | Eastern Shawnee PowWow Grounds, 12615 S 705 Rd, Wyandotte, OK, 74370, United States
Wildcat Glades Nature Group will have a booth at the Lost Creek Water Festival held by the Eastern Shawnee Tribe’s Water Quality Monitoring Program.

Wildcat Park Habitat Restoration Initiative
2023-09-09 08:00 - 11:00 | Reding’s Mill Bridge, MO, United States
Ongoing project
Wildcat Glades Nature Group, in partnership with local students, continues to have work days to remove invasive species from Wildcat Park. Invasive species are detrimental to native plants and wildlife in the Park. Removing the invasive species provides better habitat for plants and animals, and in turn, benefits us. The Restoration Plan is an ongoing project that will be carried out over the next ten years. The work days are completed by Wildcat volunteers, representatives from Missouri Southern State University (MSSU), and Wildcat staff.
If you are interested in becoming involved with the project, please reach out maddie@wildcatglades.org.

Prairie Day
2023-09-09 10:00 - 15:00 | George Washington Carver National Monument, 5646 Carver Road, Diamond, MO, 64840, United States
Wildcat Glades Nature Group will have a booth led by our volunteers at George Washington Carver National Monument’s annual Prairie Day. The booth will highlight our efforts at Wildcat Park and beyond.

Yoga in Nature for Kids
2023-09-09 10:15 - 10:45 | Wildcat Glades Education Cottage, 301 Riviera Drive, JOPLIN, MO, 64804, United States
For ages 4 and older, accompanied by an adult
Led by Amanda, a registered yoga teacher, this free class is designed to incorporate elements of nature, breathing, and yoga poses specifically for kids. Bring your yoga mat or a towel and a reusable water bottle for this beginner’s class. Yoga is a beneficial exercise for children’s health and even better when it can be done outdoors.
Participants must be pre-registered. Please sign up on our Signup Genius or email maddie@wildcatglades.org.

Preschool Connections: Raccoons and Ripe Corn
2023-09-13 10:00 - 11:00, 2023-09-16 13:00 - 14:00 | Wildcat Glades Education Cottage, 301 Riviera Drive, JOPLIN, MO, 64804, United States
For kids ages three to seven
Free class sponsored by Calvin Cassady
Join us as we follow a raccoon mother and her kits, along with a caterpillar, a spider, owls and other birds, a mouse, and deer in a cornfield and woodland setting as they feast on the farmer’s corn. We will read Raccoons and Ripe Corn, play a toss game, make a craft, and learn more about raccoons.
You must pre-register to attend by signing up on our Signup Genius or emailing maddie@wildcatglades.org.

Wild Edibles Hike
2023-09-16 09:00 - 11:00 | Wildcat Glades Education Cottage, 301 Riviera Drive, JOPLIN, MO, 64804, United States
This is an adult program for ages 13 and up.
Join us as we learn about edible and medicinal plants that grow naturally along our trails with Kelly Hock, owner of Good Naturing. Participants will meet at the Wildcat Glades Education Cottage, and will spend the morning hiking. Please wear the proper attire: hiking shoes, pants, a hat, sunscreen and insect repellent. Don’t forget your reusable water bottle, either!

Monarch Festival
2023-09-16 10:00 - 14:00 | Shoal Creek Conservation Education Center, 201 W Riviera Dr, Joplin, MO, 64804, United States
Wildcat Glades Nature Group will have a booth at the Monarch Festival this year! This event will include information about pollinators and native plants, as well as a native plant sale.

Wildcat Park Habitat Restoration Initiative
2023-09-23 08:00 - 11:00 | MO

Nature Explorers: World of Wetlands at Cardinal Valley
2023-09-23 10:00 - 12:00 | Cardinal Valley, Webb City, MO, 64870, United States
Held at Cardinal Valley
For ages seven to 14
Wetlands are one of the most important types of habitats for a wide diversity of plants and animals. Wetlands have been historically misunderstood, but today, the value of these habitat is being recognized more. There is a very important wetland in Webb City, called Cardinal Valley. There, over 220 bird species have been documented at this crucial habitat. Join us onsite to learn more about wetlands and the history of Cardinal Valley.
Please reserve your spot on our Signup Genius or by emailing maddie@wildcatglades.org.

Preschool Connections: Pumpkins
2023-10-11 10:00 - 11:00, 2023-10-14 13:00 - 14:00 | Wildcat Glades Education Cottage, 301 Riviera Drive, JOPLIN, MO, 64804, United States
Ages 3-7, sponsored by Calvin Cassady
It’s Pumpkin Time! This month’s Preschool Connections focuses on Fall’s favorite fruit, the pumpkin! Join us as we read the story of The Littlest Pumpkin, do a rhyme together, and pick out our very own pumpkins to decorate!
You must pre-register by visiting https://bit.ly/PreschoolConnectionsOct2023 or by emailing maddie@wildcatglades.org.

Yoga in Nature for Kids
2023-10-14 10:15 - 10:45 | Wildcat Glades Pavilion, 2FHH+CP4, Joplin, MO, 64804, United States
Led by Amanda, a registered yoga teacher, this class is designed to incorporate elements of nature, breathing, and yoga poses specifically for kids. Bring your yoga mat or a towel and a reusable water bottle for this beginner’s class. Yoga is a beneficial exercise for children’s health and even better when it can be done outdoors.
Participants must be pre-registered. Please sign up on our Signup Genius or email maddie@wildcatglades.org.

Ghostly Glades: Superheroes of the Glade
2023-10-20 15:00 - 22:00 | Shoal Creek Conservation Education Center, 201 W Riviera Dr, Joplin, MO, 64804, United States
All ages welcome.
Cowabunga dudes! Supervillains are running wild at Wildcat Glades and there’s only one team of heroes that can handle the job. Join us as we explore the world of nature’s very own superheroes! Learn about the superpowers of animals, their vicious villains, and what you can do to save animals in your own backyard. There will be refreshments available, and several heroic photo opportunities to make the night truly memorable. We hope you answer the call!
Register by going to https://bit.ly/GhostlyGlades23 or by emailing robin@wildcatglades.org.

Ghostly Glades: Superheroes of the Glade
2023-10-21 15:00 - 22:00 | Shoal Creek Conservation Education Center, 201 W Riviera Dr, Joplin, MO, 64804, United States
All ages welcome.
Cowabunga dudes! Supervillains are running wild at Wildcat Glades and there’s only one team of heroes that can handle the job. Join us as we explore the world of nature’s very own superheroes! Learn about the superpowers of animals, their vicious villains, and what you can do to save animals in your own backyard. There will be refreshments available, and several heroic photo opportunities to make the night truly memorable. We hope you answer the call!
Register at https://bit.ly/GhostlyGlades23 or by emailing robin@wildcatglades.org.

Fall Foraging: Confidence with the Basics
2023-10-25 18:00 - 20:00 | Wildcat Glades Education Cottage, 301 Riviera Drive, JOPLIN, MO, 64804, United States
$25 per attendee
Adults, ages 13 and up
Join Kelly Hock, certified foraging instructor, to learn about the basics of foraging. Participants will learn about how to identify plants to forage, how to utilize those plants, and how to gain confidence in identification. This will be a hands-on class, and there will be a short hike outside to test participant’s skills. This program is going to have limited availability, and will only be available to those that have pre-registered.
You must pre-register by visiting our Facebook page, https://bit.ly/ForagingOct2023, or by emailing maddie@wildcatglades.org.

Coffee On the Bridge
2023-10-27 09:00 - 12:00 | Reding’s Mill Bridge, MO, United States
This is a come & go event.
What do free mammograms, coffee, and nature all have in common? They’re all present at Wildcat’s Coffee On the Bridge! Join us as we raise awareness for Breast Cancer Awareness Month and enjoy some old-fashioned coffee! We will have multiple vendors and an appearance from the Mammogram Mobile. Lawn chairs are recommended for participants who want to sit along Reding’s Mill Bridge.
For questions, email robin@wildcatglades.org.

Yoga in Nature for Kids
2023-11-11 10:15 - 10:45 | Wildcat Glades Education Cottage, 301 Riviera Drive, JOPLIN, MO, 64804, United States
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 beneficial for children’s health and even better when it can be done outdoors.
Must pre-register. Please sign up by following the instructions on our Facebook page, by visiting https://bit.ly/YogaInNatureKids2023, or by emailing maddie@wildcatglades.org.
