Preschool Connections: The Magic of the Mountains

Wildcat Glades Education Cottage 301 Riviera Drive, JOPLIN, MO

Free to Attend Ages 3-7, sponsored by Calvin Cassady At this month’s Preschool Connections, we’ll follow the adventures of a young elk and his friends as they meet a kind-hearted boy in “The Magic of the Mountains” by Jacqueline Crivello. After storytime, we’ll sing a rhyme and put together a fun craft that's sure to […]

Yoga in Nature for Kids

Wildcat Glades Education Cottage 301 Riviera Drive, JOPLIN, MO

Free to Attend 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 […]

Nature Explorers: Tracks & Snacks

Wildcat Glades Education Cottage 301 Riviera Drive, JOPLIN, MO

Free to Attend For Ages 7-14 Who’s hungry for track identification? At this month’s Nature Explorers, we’ll be identifying fresh tracks from around the park! After we’ve identified, we’ll eat some snacks and watch footage of the animals leaving the tracks. You don’t want to miss this one! Must pre-register. Please sign up by following […]

Preschool Connections: Tracks

Wildcat Glades Education Cottage 301 Riviera Drive, JOPLIN, MO

Free to Attend Ages 3-7, sponsored by Calvin Cassady Have you ever wondered what animal made the tracks you see in the snow? At this month’s Preschool Connections, we’ll explore the different kinds of tracks found in Wildcat Park and maybe make some of our own. After that, we’ll read a story, sing a song, […]

Preschool Connections: Tracks

Wildcat Glades Education Cottage 301 Riviera Drive, JOPLIN, MO

Free to Attend Ages 3-7, sponsored by Calvin Cassady Have you ever wondered what animal made the tracks you see in the snow? At this month’s Preschool Connections, we’ll explore the different kinds of tracks found in Wildcat Park and maybe make some of our own. After that, we’ll read a story, sing a song, […]

Stopping the Invasion: Invasive Plant Species in Missouri

Wildcat Glades Education Cottage 301 Riviera Drive, JOPLIN, MO

Free to Attend Partnership Program with Ecological Restorationist Dr. Jason Willand For ages 13 and up There’s something lurking in your backyard… Invasive species have taken root in Missouri, and it’s time to fight back! Join us as we learn to find, identify, and destroy the invasive species growing all around us with esteemed Ecological […]

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: Robins

Wildcat Glades Education Cottage 301 Riviera Drive, JOPLIN, MO

Free to Attend Ages 3-7, sponsored by Calvin Cassady Spring’s come early this year, and the robins are loving it! Join us as we learn more about these special springtime birds, read The Robins in Your Backyard by Nancy Carol Williams, sing a rockin’ robin tune, and build a special craft that’ll make you say […]

Nature Explorers: Natural Wind Mobiles

Wildcat Glades Education Cottage 301 Riviera Drive, JOPLIN, MO

Free to Attend Who doesn’t love the wind? At this month’s Nature Explorers, we’ll be taking it breezy with a natural wind mobile craft! With locally gathered, all natural materials, your child can embrace their creativity and harness the power of the wind at this free program. Must pre-register by visiting https://bit.ly/NatureExplorers-WindMobiles, or by emailing […]

Big Cat Week

Wildcat Glades Education Cottage 301 Riviera Drive, JOPLIN, MO

Various dates starting March 22nd at Wildcat Park For ages 8 and up The cat’s in the cradle here at Wildcat Glades! This March, Wildcat Glades Nature Group is embracing its namesake for National Big Cat Week. Throughout this special week, we’ll feature programs on a variety of Missouri’s frequent felines; from big to small, […]