Styrofoam Recycling Event
Volunteers will unload your vehicle — you won’t even need to get out of your car! This event is open to the public, regardless of where you live.
Please make sure you are following the guidelines listed below:
* Styrofoam must be clean
* Clean food containers will be accepted. These must be scrubbed out.
* No stickers or tape
At this event, we will also accept batteries and holiday string lights for recycling.
Registration is not required, but registered participants will receive an email reminder before the event.
Outdoor Explorers
Ages 9 – 12
Mondays January 5 – February 9
Children will learn about nature and the outdoors in this program designed to allow children to interact with nature in unique ways. Activities include discovery, challenges and games. We occasionally celebrate the last session of the season with a campfire and s’mores. Please let us know if your child has any dietary restrictions by answering the custom questions upon registration.
Registration deadline: Monday, December 29
Junior Explorers
Ages 6 – 8
Wednesdays, January 7 – February 11
Children will learn about nature and the outdoors in this program designed to allow children to interact with nature in unique ways. Activities include discovery, challenges and games. We occasionally celebrate the last session of the season with a campfire and s’mores. Please let us know if your child has any dietary restrictions by answering the custom questions upon registration.
Registration deadline: Wednesday, December 31
Soup & Sammies
Ages 8 – 15
Warm up on a winter day! Learn a new skill with Katie Blauser from Eat Pretty Darling! Participants will make the ultimate comfort food lunch combo, baked grilled cheese and tomato soup! Please note: all major food allergens could be present in this class.
Registration deadline: Sunday, January 4
Imagination Crew – Nature Play!
Ages 3 – 6
There is so much to be learned through nature play, but it’s tough when the weather turns chilly. This indoor program welcomes young naturalists to a world of imaginative play, all themed around nature. Each month will feature a different topic! In January, we will dive into learning about bugs and insects through play.
Registration deadline: Wednesday, January 7
Crafts with Nature – Colorful Creations!
Ages 18 months – 4 years with adult companion
Let’s get together and do a nature craft! We will complete crafts with nature/sensory themes, read stories, play games and take short hikes in the park — all to spark a love of nature in our youngest community members! The theme for January is ‘Colorful Creations!’. We will learn about colors in nature and make crafts inspired by them. This program will be indoors.
Registration deadline: Wednesday, January 7
Art & Imagination
Ages 6 – 9
This drop-off program is designed to give your child the opportunity to get creative! They will design a variety of projects based on a monthly theme. Outdoor activities will be included when weather permits. Sign up for one or multiple sessions.
Registration deadline: Tuesday, January 6
Preschool Nature Series: Meet a Tree
Ages 3 – 5 with adult companion
Time to learn all about trees so we will be ready to wake them up from their winter slumber come spring! We will look at parts of the tree and learn why some lose their leaves. Then we will go on a short hike and introduce ourselves to a tree. This is a Tools to Trek program.
Registration deadline: Tuesday, January 13
Evergreen Camp
Ages 6 – 12
A day off from school means a day of fun and adventures at camp! Your camper will enjoy nature-based activities, winter hikes, playground play, indoor warm-up activities, games and more! See the beauty of winter at Activity Center Park, and stay active during this one-day camp.
Registration deadline: Friday, January 9
Brunch Break
Ages 8 – 15
Enjoy the day off school with a waffle party! Katie Blauser from Eat Pretty Darling will guide participants through making a delicious brunch with waffles and bacon. Please note: all major food allergens could be present in this class.
Registration deadline: Sunday, January 11
Owlexander’s Cinema: Arctic Wildlife Night
Ages 5 – 10
Owlexander is holding a movie night, and he’s inviting his friends to join him for a fun-filled evening! We will kick off the night learning about arctic wildlife and the adaptations that help them thrive. Then, we will play games, make crafts and prepare some salty snacks. To end the night, we will settle in for a kid-friendly movie featuring bears and other cold-weather critters!
Registration deadline: Wednesday, January 14
I Am Groot Terrarium
Ages 6 and up with an adult companion (Adults can register as well to create their own terrarium.)
You’ll build a magical little world with everyone’s favorite tree hero, Groot! We’ll provide all the supplies—just bring your imagination and love for all things Groot! A grown-up needs to come along to help save the galaxy (and maybe the glue), and if they want to make a terrarium too, don’t forget to sign up both the child and the adult.
Registration deadline: Monday, January 12
Blizzard Boredom Busters
Ages 8 – 12
Beat those winter blues with a fun, hands-on morning of creativity! Participants will enjoy making their own fidget toys! They’ll also have the chance to meet new friends and share ideas!
Registration deadline: Saturday, January 17
Amazing Athletes at the Park B
Ages 3 – 6
Wednesdays, January 28 – March 4
This program uses the fundamentals of 10 different sports to help build and develop motor skills, nutritional knowledge and body awareness. Sign up for both sessions and receive an Amazing Athletes t-shirt! This class will be held indoors with the option to go outside when the weather permits.
Registration deadline: Sunday, January 25
Nature Park Snow Globes
Ages 8 – 14
At this program, you’ll get to observe the beauty of our winter nature parks and bring it home! We will start this program with a hike to get inspired. Then, we will warm up in the Smith House and turn the park scenes we just saw into real, working snow globes! This is a drop-off program.
Registration deadline: Friday, January 23