Creatures of the Night (an evening program option)
Discover nocturnal animals’ unique adaptations, like how owls see in the dark and how bats use echolocation.
Biodiversity
Conduct biophysical inventories and explore the variety of life in two areas, learning why diverse ecosystems are healthier and more resilient.
Beyond Carbon – the Green Energy Future
Learn about the importance of clean energy by calculating your carbon footprint and experimenting with renewable energy models like wind turbines.
Be a Bird Brain
Explore the world of birds by mimicking calls, tracking them in the woods, and observing their behaviors with binoculars and feeders.
Astronomy (evening program)
Use telescopes to gaze at planets and stars, hear stories about constellations, and enjoy stargazing (weather permitting) under a blanket of stars.
Amphibians
Discover the lives of amphibians by observing real frogs, hunting for salamanders, and exploring a frog’s life cycle at the wetland.