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Join the Flying Fox Conservation Fund and learn about some of the most amazing creatures from around the world. There is something for everyone at this unique, hands-on animal program. Meet a multitude of furry friends in person, including a sloth!
Learn about the amazing diversity of insects as we catch and release them.
Join us for a fun, hands-on family program featuring reptiles and insects from all over the world! Sessions beginning at 4:00pm and 6:00pm.
What is green and yellow, has a hard shell and looks awesome? The Blanding’s turtles of Isle a la Cache! Meet some of our ambassador turtles up close as a naturalist will bring one or two turtles from the exhibit tank out for closer viewing. Learn the story of their journey as an endangered species...
Casting On The Pier is back! Join us starting June 5 from 11am until 1pm, weather permitting. The team of skilled and friendly volunteers will be outside on the pier to teach both spin and fly casting every Wednesday this summer and fall through August 28. Participation is on a first come, first serve basis...
Come meet a variety of LIVE Reptiles & Bugs! Learn fun facts and the importance of preserving wildlife with The Reptile Den.
Join the Library’s Miss Kendra and staff from the Brookfield Zoo for a unique storytime all about animals! This special storytime will take place at the Hamill Family Nature Plaza at the Brookfield Zoo. This program is for ages 2-5.
Join us for this all-things-insect event! Go on a bug hunt, experience an insect petting zoo, explore bugs through yoga and movement, and create your own insect!
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