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All programs are held at the Great Plains Nature Center unless otherwise indicated.
Some programs require pre-registration!

Registration closes three days prior to a program!
Read "Reservation Information" on the Programs page.
Click here to get the registration form.
Print the registration form from the web page above, fill it out and
send it in with your check.
Make checks out to: "Great Plains Nature Center".  Thanks!

 

FAMILY PROGRAMS
Crunchy Munchy Icy Tales - Every Wednesday at 11 AM
Little Nature Lovers - Every Thursday at 9:30 AM
Second Saturday - 2nd Saturday of the month at 2 PM

FOR TEACHING PARENT FAMILIES
Happy Owls Outdoor Times (HOOT) - 1st Monday of each month

SCOUT PROGRAMS
Click here to see our badge and advancement programs for Boy and Girl Scouts.

Last revision: 11/06/2009

 

CRUNCHY MUNCHY ICY TALES
Pre-school and older
Every Wednesday at 11 a.m.
FREE: registration not required

Join us as we read stories about nature, wildlife and their friends.
Mostly for preschool age kids, but all ages are welcome.

HAPPY OWLS OUTDOOR TIMES (HOOT)
First Monday of each month at 2 PM
FREE: Pre-registration not required
December 7
January 4

This program for teaching parent families will explore nature through books and hands-on activities.  Sessions will average one hour.

LITTLE NATURE LOVERS
Every Thursday, 9:30 - 10:30 AM
For ages 3-5 plus caregiver
FREE: registration not required

Explore the world of nature through crafts, games and children’s literature. Lots of sensory experiences will develop understanding and enrich your child’s appreciation of the great outdoors.

SECOND SATURDAY
2nd Saturday of the month at 2 PM
For all ages
FREE: registration not required
November 14 -  Teddy Bear Tea (don't forget to bring your Teddy!)
December 12 - Frosty Fun

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Questions or comments?  Send Email to Jim Mason Spidey
Or write us at: 
Great Plains Nature Center
6232 E. 29th Street North
Wichita, KS 67220-2200             Call:  316-683-5499            Fax:  316-688-9555