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July 2020
Little Acorns
Young explorers will hike, play, listen to stories, and engage in science and art in these hands-on sensory-based programs. Notes: Adult must accompany child. Wear shoes and clothes that can get dirty! Registration closes 2 days before the section date. Limit 15 Recommended ages: 18–35 months with adult Nature Art Section A: Monday July 6, 2020 Register Now Section B: Tuesday July 14, 2020 Register Now Section C: Monday July 20, 2020 Register Now Animal Homes Section D: Tuesday August 4, 2020 Register Now Section E:…
Find out more »Little Sprouts
Young explorers will hike, play, listen to stories, and engage in science and art in these hands-on sensory-based programs. Course details Notes: Adult must accompany child. Wear shoes and clothes that can get dirty! Registration closes 2 days before the section date. Limit 5 Recommended ages: 3-5 years with adult Nature Art Section A: Wednesday July 8, 2020 Register Now Section B: Thursday July 16, 2020 Register Now Section C: Wednesday July 22, 2020 Register Now Animal Homes Section D: Thursday August 6, 2020 Register…
Find out more »Manners Matter
In this class, you will learn proper classroom, table, and public manners. We will address proper ways to speak to our parents and teachers. Also, we will be working on table etiquette and will be receiving our very own place setting to take home to practice.
Find out more »Second Saturday: Family Program
July Theme: Watercolors We aren’t ready to have in-person programs yet, so we’ve created a kid-friendly packet of watercolor supplies—paint, paper and brushes—that you can take home to enjoy. The supplies will be given away on a first-come first-served basis. On the Second Saturday of each month, March through November, McCormick House staff presents a drop-in family program. No registration is needed. Locations and themes vary by the season. Free with admission.
Find out more »Safe Sitter® Essentials with CPR
Safe Sitter® prepares students to be safe when they’re home alone, watching younger siblings, or babysitting. Students learn life-saving skills such as how to rescue someone who’s choking, and helpful information like what to do if there’s severe weather. The lessons are filled with fun activities and role-playing exercises. Students even get to use CPR manikins to practice CPR and choking rescue! The fee includes a Student Handbook with completion card. If you are interested in a scout group training,…
Find out more »Snake Search
Join us for a fun "snake safari" as we look for native snakes at beautiful LeRoy Oaks. The program will begin with a brief lesson on snake identification, and then it is out into the field to look for some local examples. The naturalist will demonstrate different methods used in snake research, and will address some misconceptions people have about these reptiles.
Find out more »Kids Go Wild Fire Building and Cooking
Kids are headed to Waa Kee Sha with a focus on safety and a respect for nature. We are going to gather our tinder, kindling, and firewood and learn how to build a campfire. After the hard work is complete, campers will end the day by making a camp fire treat.
Find out more »Little Acorns
Young explorers will hike, play, listen to stories, and engage in science and art in these hands-on sensory-based programs. Notes: Adult must accompany child. Wear shoes and clothes that can get dirty! Registration closes 2 days before the section date. Limit 15 Recommended ages: 18–35 months with adult Nature Art Section A: Monday July 6, 2020 Register Now Section B: Tuesday July 14, 2020 Register Now Section C: Monday July 20, 2020 Register Now Animal Homes Section D: Tuesday August 4, 2020 Register Now Section E:…
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