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CHILDREN CAN EXPLORE NATURE IN THREE RIVERS PARK DISTRICT

WEEK OF NOVEMBER 10-16

IN THE NORTH METRO

Preschool Drop-off: Kits & Cubs - White-tailed Deer

Monday, November 11, from 10 a.m.-noon, or 1-3 p.m., at Eastman Nature Center, in Elm Creek Park Reserve, Dayton. Drop off the kids to explore nature in fall. They will discover the natural world through hands-on learning: stories, art, songs, games, play activities, and hikes. A snack is included. Dress to be outside. Cost is $10 and reservations are required. Call 763-559-6700 to make a reservation and reference activity number #412216-08 for the morning session or #412216-28 for the afternoon session. This program is for ages 4-5.

Doodlebugs

Tuesday, November 12, from 9:30-11:30 a.m., or 1-3 p.m., at Silverwood Park, St. Anthony. Drop off your kids for a whirlwind of fun. Each weeks activities are based on a different childrens book with a nature-inspired art theme. We will spend part of every class exploring what autumn brings to our life-filled wetlands, woods and prairies; then get messy as we cut, paste, paint or sculpt! Dress for the weather and bring a light snack, water bottle, and a bag to keep all your projects together. Sign up for one day or the entire series. Cost is $10 and reservations are required. Call 763-559-6700 to make a reservation and reference activity number #437816-10 for the morning session, or #437816-24 for the afternoon session. This program is for ages 4-5.

My Preschooler & Me: Puppet Escapades: Getting Ready for Winter

Wednesday, November 13, from 10-11 a.m., at Eastman Nature Center, in Elm Creek Park Reserve, Dayton. Animal puppets have adventures in the woods and fields. Cost is $4 and reservations are required. Call 763-559-6700 to make a reservation and reference activity number #412203-07. This program is for ages 2-6.

Me, My Baby & the Mississippi: Bones, Bones, Bones

Thursday, November 14, from 10-11 a.m., at Kroening Interpretive Center, in North Mississippi Regional Park, Minneapolis. Its never too early to begin exploring the natural world! Increase your knowledge while introducing topics to your child at the same time. Have a fun outing, create a timeless craft and enjoy the company of other parents. Only the child pays. Cost is $5 and reservations are required. Call 763-559-6700 to make a reservation and reference activity number #416903-03. This program is for ages 0-2.

IN THE WEST METRO

Preschool Drop Off: Lil Farmhands - Goodnight Garden

Monday, November 11, from 9:30-11:30 a.m., at Gale Woods Farm, Minnetrista. Drop off your child for fun and learning on the farm! Each day well explore a new farm theme through stories, songs and more. Theyll help farmers with chores and make a farm-fresh snack of their own. Cost is $10 and reservations are required by the Thursday prior to the program. Call 763-559-6700 to make a reservation and reference activity number #437416-07. This program is for ages 4-6.

My Preschooler & Me: Lowry Little Ones - Scampering Squirrels

Monday, November 11, from 10-11:30 a.m., at Lowry Nature Center, in Carver Park Reserve, Victoria. Bring your preschooler to discover squirrels! Wear a squirrel costume, search for hidden acorns, make a craft and read a story. Well head outside to feed squirrels and search for their homes in the forest. Bring a picnic lunch to enjoy on your own after the program. Cost is $5 and reservations are required. Call 763-559-6700 to make a reservation and reference activity number #411303-05. This program is for ages 2-5.

Preschool Drop-off: Kits & Cubs - Scampering Squirrels

Monday, November 11, from 1-3 p.m., at Lowry Nature Center, in Carver Park Reserve, Victoria. Drop off your preschooler to discover nature in the fall. They will explore the natural world through hands-on learning, stories, songs, art, live animals, and puppet shows. Cost is $10 and reservations are required. Call 763-559-6700 to make a reservation and reference activity number #411316-09. This program is for ages 4-5.

Preschool Drop-off: Outdoor Kids Club - I Can Play American Indian Games!

Wednesday, November 13, from 1-3 p.m., at French Regional Park, Plymouth. Learn traditional Dakota and Ojibwa games passed along as fun ways to sharpen the senses, build athleticism, and connect as a community!Each program includes a theme-related story and time to experience the featured recreational activity. Take-home letters provide leading questions to help your children share all they have learned. Watch their love for the outdoors grow! Cost is $10 and reservations are required. Call 763-559-6700 to make a reservation and reference activity number #425116-02. This program is for ages 4-5.

IN THE SOUTH METRO

My Preschooler & Me: Puppet Escapades: Winters Coming

Thursday, November 14, from 10-11 a.m., at Richardson Nature Center, in Hyland Lake Park Reserve, Bloomington. See the puppets put on a silly show! Explore themed activity stations before the show. Cost is $4 and reservations are required. Call 763-559-6700 to make a reservation and reference activity number #412903-06.

About Three Rivers Park District

Three Rivers Park District is a natural resources-based park system that manages park reserves, regional parks, regional trails and special-use facilities in the Twin Cities metropolitan area. The Park District offers facilities for every season, including picnicking, swimming, creative play, boating, fishing, downhill skiing,

snowboarding, golf, camping and sledding; extensive trails for hiking, biking, in-line skating, horseback riding, cross-country skiing and snowshoeing, as well as program sites for nature, recreation, historic and farm education.

Three Rivers Park Districts mission is to promote environmental stewardship through recreation and education in a natural resources-based park system. The Park District owns and operates more than 27,000 acres and serves more than 9.5 million visitors a year.

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