World Turtle Day was established in 1990 by the American Tortoise Rescue to help people celebrate and protect turtles and tortoises and their disappearing habitats around the world. Come to the Nature Center to meet and learn about our resident turtles, then work on a turtle craft to take home. This class is suitable for […]
First week! Registration is not yet open for this session of Nature's Explorers. An announcement will be made on our newsletter when it opens. If you would like to be added to our newsletter, go to ansonianaturecenter.org/#newsletter to sign up! Join our staff for this fun program exploring and learning about nature. This program is […]
Seed bombs (or seed balls) are made by combining seeds, clay, and a bit of soil. Once the seed bombs have dried, they can then be dispersed into nature. Join Ranger Jeremy to make your seed bombs to take home and plant. Ages 8 – up with an accompanying adult. Click here to register for […]
Second Week! Join our staff for this fun program exploring and learning about nature. This program is aimed at children ages 2-5 with an adult explorer. Nature’s Explorers takes place indoors and outdoors, is loosely structured, and is influenced by the seasons and interests of the group. Space is limited, registration required. TUITION: $40 per […]
Third Week! Join our staff for this fun program exploring and learning about nature. This program is aimed at children ages 2-5 with an adult explorer. Nature’s Explorers takes place indoors and outdoors, is loosely structured, and is influenced by the seasons and interests of the group. Space is limited, registration required. TUITION: $40 per […]
This is our last week of Junior Rangers! Participants should dress for the weather; we will most likely spend some time outside even if it's raining. Wear shoes suitable for hiking. This session is full. Junior Rangers will return in the fall.
Final Week! Join our staff for this fun program exploring and learning about nature. This program is aimed at children ages 2-5 with an adult explorer. Nature’s Explorers takes place indoors and outdoors, is loosely structured, and is influenced by the seasons and interests of the group. Space is limited, registration required. TUITION: $40 per […]
Come learn the history and fundamentals of soap making with Ranger Dawn. Safety, soap-making steps, and saponification will all be covered in this class. A batch of soap will be made with the group, and each person will take home a custom soap to which they have added their special oils and herbs. $20 per […]
A journey stick (also known as a story stick) is a memento from a nature walk featuring items collected while on a walk. The First Nations people used these Journey Sticks to track their experiences and tell the stories of their travels. Join us for a hike through our beautiful trail and make a journey […]
Why do leaves change color? It’s almost autumn, and the leaves on the trees will turn to different colors soon. Come with your family to learn why this happens while on a fall walk in the park. Afterward, join us in the visitor center to make your tree full of autumn colors to take home. […]