Generously sponsored by Calvin Cassady. This is a free class for kids ages 3 to 6 accompanied by an adult. Take a walk around the block...in this case, take a walk around the park to see what can be seen. Will we find a reptile? An amphibian? Or maybe a mammal? Are there baby […]
Kids will discover how to tell the difference between venomous and nonvenomous, snake habitats, snake diets, and other fun facts about various snakes from Missouri. This interactive class is designed for kids ages 7 to 12.
Yoga in Nature for Kids (Sponsored by Peaceful Yoga by Amanda) Free Class July 13th, 11:15 to 11:45 am at Wildcat Glades Pavilion Ages 2 and up accompanied by an adult (The time has been adjusted to help Mommas and Daddies) Led by Amanda, a Registered Yoga Teacher. This class is designed to incorporate elements […]
July 18th, 5:30 - 8:30 pm Visit our tent on Third Thursday (Downtown Joplin) & we will teach you the basics for building a shoe-box boat to float in your own pool/bathtub or race at the Shoal Creek Water Festival on August 10th. Expert builders will be on hand to help kids ages 3 to […]
July 30th, 10:00- 11:00 am at Wildcat Glades Pavilion. Forages 7-12. See nature through the eyes of a junior naturalist. Young conservationists will walk you through a guided hike about Missouri’s marsupials, the buzz on pollination, and the talk of the trees in Wildcat Park. Wear walking shoes and bring a water bottle. Registration is […]
Save The Date August 10th, 2019 9 am - 2:30 pm Shoal Creek Water Festival Cardboard Boat Races Inner Tube Races Water Balloon Volleyball Food Trucks Kid's Shoebox Boat Races Inner Tube Float Kid's Fishing Derby 20+ Booths/Activities Duck Races And Much More
Take care of our beautiful park by volunteering to clean up the trail. Volunteers will be led by some of the best trail workers this city has to offer. The clean up will include picking up trash, removing debris, and posting a few signs. This is a bit of a workout, so please dress appropriately […]
Sponsored by Peaceful Yoga with Amanda. This outdoor 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. Please sign up so we can be prepared for you and your little one.
October's Preschool Connections will focus on Creepy Crawlies of Wildcat Glades. Preschoolers will learn what has eight legs and what kind of mammal flies. Join us for a delightfully spooky time as we enjoy Ms. Vicki's amazing facts and story time. We will also have a spooktacular craft from Ms. Alice. The evening class will […]
Come down to Wildcat Glades Park and learn how to navigate our trails! nature explorers will learn how to use a compass, read a map and then apply their new skills on our trails. Explorers need to wear durable shoes and weather-appropriate clothing. Please meet at the activities pavilion at Wildcat Glades Park.
