Have fun with your little one(s) as you explore different nature topics each class. Your little sprout will learn about the natural world through nature play and exploration. On September 14, have fun exploring “What’s in the Water?” at River Bend’s ponds with nets and buckets. Little Sprouts is a parent child class, held on…

Learn all about the types of animals that pollinate flowers, what pollination is, and why it is important. We will catch insects and play pollinator games. Bring a lunch and stay for the afternoon program. Open to kindergarten through 5th graders.

Learn about the parts of a plant, the different types of plants, and flowers that grow in the prairie. Play games and take a hike to look at the different plants we can see in the prairie, and if any pollinators are at the flowers.

Have an adult night out with anyone special in your life. Learn how to shoot a bow and arrow and get some practice shooting before we add some paint balloons to the target and watch them splatter. Leave with a piece of art created in a one-of-a-kind way. Ages 18+. Pre-registration required.

On September 28, learn all about turtles during “Turtle Time”. Go on an exploration hike to see if you can spot turtles at Turtle Pond. Little Sprouts is a parent child class, held on the second and fourth Tuesday of the month, exploring the natural world. Each week has planned educational activities and nature-play time.…