Winter Solstice Hike

Wildcat Glades Education Cottage 301 Riviera Drive, JOPLIN, MO

For ages 13 and older Is there a better way to send off the Summer sunshine than an evening out on the trails? December 21st marks the official beginning of winter, the shortest day of the year, and a 4-mile hike through Wildcat Park! Join Wildcat Glades Nature Group volunteers on a whimsical walk through […]

First Day Hike

Wildcat Glades Education Cottage 301 Riviera Drive, JOPLIN, MO

Free to Attend All ages welcome It’s time to ring in the new year with a morning on the trails! We’re starting this year off with a walk through the Woodland Loop, and a discussion about our park’s natural events. Make sure to bundle up in something warm, grab your gear, put on your good […]

Kid’s Yoga in Nature

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]