The Explorer Magazine Summer 2026 | Page 19

Tadpole Time

Young children are full of curiosity, and we want to inspire that wonder at our Tadpole Time programs! Join us for some fun and interactive adventures in nature, where each session will dive into a different topic. We’ ll learn about native animals, share stories, create crafts, explore the great outdoors, and give you ideas for more fun discoveries at home! Don’ t forget to dress for the weather since our adventures will be outside. We can’ t wait to see you there!

Recommended for ages 2-7 years old with a parent / guardian. $ 5 / child. Advance Registration Required.
SALAMANDER SAFARI! TUESDAY, MAY 19 • 10 AM W. S. GIBBS MEMORIAL PARK Hey there, fellow nature lovers! If you’ re excited about amphibians and reptiles, let’ s team up and explore the wonders of W. S. Gibbs Memorial Park together. Don’ t forget to wear clothes that can get wet or muddy— it’ s all part of the adventure! Can’ t wait to see what we discover!
BUGS! TUESDAY, JUNE 16 • 10 AM W. S. GIBBS MEMORIAL PARK Come join us for a fun-filled program where we’ ll explore the fascinating world of bugs! You’ ll even get to make your very own to take home! Just a heads up— we might get a bit wet or muddy, so dress accordingly. We can’ t wait to see you there!
NATURAL DYES!
TUESDAY, JULY 14 • 10 AM W. S. GIBBS MEMORIAL PARK Come join us for a fun and creative time as we explore how to make natural dyes from things you can find right in your backyard! Plus, you’ ll get to dye a piece of fabric to take home and cherish!
BIRDING FOR BEGINNERS! TUESDAY, AUGUST 11 • 10 AM W. S. GIBBS MEMORIAL PARK Welcome to a beginner’ s intro to birding! We will go over how to use birding tools, the keys to birding, and see what we will find at W. S. Gibbs Memorial Park!
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