FEBRUARY SCHOOL VACATION PROGRAMS
FOR CHILDREN, FAMILIES AND ADULTS
Advance registration required unless otherwise noted.
Bring a snack and drink to all children’s classes. (No peanut snacks,
please)
Monday Feb. 20 10:00am-11:00am
FAMILY
FAMILY CANDY MAKING CLASS - Work as a
family to create 2 quick and easy recipes to take home and enjoy. Make
Chocolate Truffles with Rainbow Sprinkles and Chocolate Fudge.
Children must be at least 6 years of age to participate in any kitchen
classes.
Member Family: $20 Non-Member Family: $25
Monday, February 20 1:00pm-3:00pm
AGES 4-8
THE MITTEN – This program is based on
the famous children’s story of the same name. Discover how the creatures
of the forest survive the winter cold by cooperating with each other.
Create a special story-themed craft to take home.
Members: $20 Non-members: $25
Monday, February 20 9:00am-11:30am
AGES 9-12
CSI “CRITTER SCENE INVESTIGATION –
Explore the Briar patch trails for signs and tracks of animals. This
program explores animal behaviors and basic tracking skills.
Members: $25 Non-members: $30
Tuesday, February 21 9:00am-11:30am
AGES 9-12
SNOWFLAKE BENTLEY – Did you know that
every snowflake is different? Learn about a man who photographed
snowflakes and make beautiful snowflakes to take home.
Members: $25 Non-members: $30
Wednesday, February 22 9:30am-11:30am
AGES 4-8
SKINS AND SKULLS – Children will
examine study mounts, skins and skulls of some common Cape Cod mammals
while learning about the special adaptations of predators and prey.
Members: $20 Non-members: $25
Wednesday, February 22 6:00pm-8:30pm
AGES 9-12
SNOW MOON – We’ll read Nicholas
Brunelle’s magical winter story Snow Moon and be inspired to learn more
about owls and how they survive through the winter. Hike out in search
of owls and enjoy hot chocolate and a tasty s’more treat at the
fireplace.
Members: $25 Non-members: $30
Thursday, February 23 9:00am-11:30am
AGES 9-12
SKELETON SKILLS – Go beyond fur,
feathers and skin! Explore skulls and bones to learn more about local
wildlife and their adaptations. Through x-rays, hands-on exploring of
animal skulls and fun activities, we’ll develop our skeleton skills!
Members: $25 Non-members: $30
Friday, February 24 1:00pm-3:00pm
AGES 4-8
MOUSEKIN’S FROSTY FRIEND – In the
middle of winter, Mousekin is out looking for food and finds a special
friend in the woods. Listen to his adventures and make some critters of
your own to put in a red woolen cap (provided).
Members: $20 non-members: $25
Friday, February 24 9:00am-11:30am
AGES 9-12
EVERGREEN TREES – Most of the leaves
have fallen, but some trees keep their leaves all winter long. Through
fun stories, a hike and a craft, learn how they survive through the
winter and the animals that depend on them.
Members: $25 Non-members: $30
APRIL SCHOOL VACATION PROGRAMS
FOR CHILDREN, FAMILIES AND ADULTS
Advance registration required unless otherwise noted.
Bring a snack and drink to all children’s classes. (No peanut snacks,
please)
Monday April 16 10:00am-11:00am
FAMILY
FAMILY CANDY MAKING CLASS - Work as a
family to create 2 quick and easy recipes to take home and enjoy. Make
Butterscotch Bird’s Nests and Creamy White marshmallow Fudge. Children
must be at least 6 years of age to participate in any kitchen classes.
Member Family: $20 Non-Member Family: $25
Monday, April 16 9:00am-11:30am
AGES 9-12
KNOCK, KNOCK – ALL ABOUT WOODPECKERS! –
What is that knock-knock-knocking in the woods? Many of us have heard a
woodpecker’s distinct sounds, and several kinds of woodpeckers can be
found in the woods around the nature center! Create a suet and peanut
butter treat to take home for your backyard woodpeckers.
Members: $25 Non-members: $30
Tuesday, April 17
9:30am-11:30am AGES 4-8
PAWS, CLAWS, WINGS & THINGS (Animal
Adaptations) – How are animals able to survive in the wild? This
program looks at the variety of adaptations that make living possible
through the study of mounts as well as through a puppet show, an
interactive nature hike and stories.
Members: $20 Non-members: $25
Wednesday, April 18 9:00am-12:00pm
AGES 9-12
SPRING PADDLE EXPLORATION – Explore the
wilds of Scorton Creek to the East Sandwich Game Farm as warmer weather
begins. Bring a complete change of clothes including footwear. All
canoe-related equipment is provided. Meet at the Game Farm at the
Fisherman’s Landing parking area.
Members: $25 Non-members: $30
Wednesday, April 18 1:00pm-3:30pm
AGES 9-12
WHO’S EATING WHOM? FOOD CHAINS –
Explore the Briar Patch in search of evidence of food finding among the
resident critters. Create a “Russian Nesting” type model of a forest
food chain to take home.
Members: $25 Non-members: $30
Thursday, April 19 1:00pm-3:30pm
AGES 4-8
WILD AND CRAFTY – Work with paper, clay
and paint to craft some real or imaginary animals. Hike the Briar Patch
in search of natural objects to add to your creations. Have a “meet and
greet” with our live animals.
Members: $25 Non-members: $30
Friday, April 20 9:00am-11:30am
AGES 9-12
WONDERS OF WEATHER – You’ll be blown
away as we explore the wonders of weather! We’ll learn about what makes
weather, types of weather and all the ways that the weather affects us.
Discover the water cycle and conduct experiments.
Members: $25 Non-members: $30
Friday, April 20 9:30am-11:30am
AGES 4-8
SPRINGTIME AMPHIBIAN ADVENTURE – Learn
about spring migrations and the life cycle of frogs and salamanders.
Visit a vernal pool in search of eggs and larva. Wear water proof boots
and bring a change of clothes.
Members: $20 Non-members: $25
