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Junior Explorers
Jr. Explorers combines nature, learning, friends, and fun into a monthly class hosted by our Education Department for ages 5-7. Classes are held Saturdays from 1-3pm.

Pre-registration and pre-payment are required

Cost: Members $8.00 and Non-members $10.00 + Park Admission

February 23 Things that go Bump at Night
March 23 Weather Watchers
April 27 Make Earth Day Everyday
May 25 May the Flowers be with you
June 29 Let's Go Underground
July 27 What's an Amphibian
August 24 Water Works
September 28 Things that Sting
October 26 Animals in Danger
November 23 The First Thansgiving
December 28 What Makes a Bird, a Bird?

For more info or registration call 309.676.0998 ext. 6758

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