For Youth interested in the future of our natural environment!

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Schoolyard Naturalization

We offer 3 different groups for children of varying ages and experience levels

The Young Naturalists for the Very Young

2-5 yrs old

 

This program is designed to encourage young children to physically, emotionally and spiritually explore the natural world around them. This group meets once per month (1 hour meetings) at local city parks exploring a variety of natural habitats. Parents and younger siblings are more than welcome. The group will be guided by at least one instructor during all meetings.

 

Young Naturalist Group

6-11 yrs old

 

This is our core Young Naturalist Group; the focus in on enjoying our local wild spaces while building a scientific understanding of the world around us. This group is fun and enjoyable and also provides an introduction of Environmental Education. This group meets outdoors twice per month (2 hour meetings) in local parks and other beautiful natural spaces. Children are monitored by two experienced guides during all our meetings. See Meet the Instructor for more information.

 

Junior Conservationists

12-16 yrs old

 

This program provides an introduction to environmental field studies for young adults interested in conservation as a hobby or a career! This group meets at least once per month and performs positive conservation ACTIONS – helping to protect, preserve, or rehabilitate natural spaces and their inhabitants. Most meetings will last from 4 to 8 hours – a full day's work!! Young adults will be accompanied by at least one instructor during all meetings.

 

Orphaned Baby Squirrel

An orphaned baby squirrel being raised by a dedicated local woman provided our group with an excellent learning opportunity and, of course, a chance to get up close and personal with an adorable baby.

Nature Notes

Young Naturalists - Different Groups For Different Ages