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UPCOMING ACTIVITIES

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  • June 15–18; 9 am – 12 pm; Lake George; $125 +tax

    Can you find all the colors of a rainbow in nature? Take part in a colorful expedition to search for animals in the forest, fields, and lake. We’ll meet bright birds, tiny insects, camouflaged mammals, and more while exploring.

  • June 22–25; 9 am – 12 pm; Wargo Nature Center; $125 +tax

    Do you like exploring outside and learning about the amazing plants and animals around you? Go on a journey through the woods, prairies, and wetlands to find the biggest and littlest things you can uncover.

  • July 20–23; 9 am – 12 pm; Wargo Nature Center; $125 +tax

    Ready, set, explore! Go on a quest to discover more about the animals around you from the birds in the sky to the bugs beneath your feet. Explore the woods and wetlands and experience what it takes to be a true nature explorer.

  • August 17–20; 9 am – 12 pm; Wargo Nature Center; $125 +tax

    Hop along for an adventure into the wondrous world of frogs. As a little nature enthusiast, you’ll delight in catching frogs, exploring their habitat, and learning what makes amphibians so special.

  • June 29 – July 2; 9 am – 3 pm; Wargo Nature Center; $220 +tax

    Explore the Earth’s rich colors and textures through paint and creativity. A variety of nature-inspired painting projects will encourage you to express yourself and develop your artistic skills. Get ready to mix colors, embrace mess, and adventure through the forest with a paintbrush.

  • July 6–9; 9 am – 3 pm; Wargo Nature Center; $220 +tax

    Do you dream of living in a storybook? Dive into the secret lives of animals to discover what it’s like to soar over the forest or hide in the tall grasses. Through hands-on exploration and imagination, we’ll discover the magic of nature and create our own stories along the way.

  • July 13–16; 9 am – 3 pm; Wargo Nature Center; $220 +tax

    Discover the amazing world of critters at Wargo Nature Center, from hopping frogs to fluttering butterflies and crawling beetles. We’ll explore their habitats and uncover the unique secrets of these incredible critters through hands-on activities, games, and outdoor adventures.

  • July 27–30; 9 am – 3 pm; Wargo Nature Center; $220 +tax

    Get out and get dirty! We’ll build shelters, catch bugs, and splash in the mud. Explore the woods of Wargo and find fun along the trails each day. Bring your boots and be ready to go!

  • July 27–30; 9 am – 3 pm; Lake George; $220 +tax

    Flying is an important survival strategy for many animals, but humans only recently figured out ways to fly. Learn to appreciate different winged critters through hands-on experiences. Also, have fun with group games, nature exploration, and arts and crafts.

  • August 3–6; 9 am – 3 pm; Wargo Nature Center; $220 +tax

    Explore the prairies, woods, and wetlands of Wargo Nature Center. We’ll spend time learning how to figure out what happens in the wild when people aren’t around. Then, search for clues and follow leads to unlock nature’s mysteries.

  • August 10–13; 9 am – 3 pm; Lake George; $220 +tax

    Bring your creativity to build and explore using natural elements that you find. Shelters, crafts, and more await as you’ll build it all! In addition, to your own shelter, learn about some of the best animal builders and how they build nests, lodges, and other structures to survive.

  • August 24–27; 9 am – 3 pm; Wargo & Centennial Library; $220 +tax

    Travel back to the 1800s for a week of old-fashioned fun. Read stories about children living in 19th-century Minnesota and bring their adventures to life through crafts, cooking, games, music, and pretend play.

  • June 22–25; 9 am – 4 pm; Rice Creek Chain of Lakes; $210 +tax

    Get hooked on fishing and learn different techniques to catch fish. We’ll combine our new skills to fish while we float using kayaks, paddle boards, and a 30-foot voyageur canoe. Time will be spent water paddling, swimming, playing water games, and of course fishing.

  • June 29 – July 2; 9 am – 4 pm; Coon Rapids Dam; $230 +tax

    Summertime is all about exploration and appreciating the great outdoors! Explore around the Mississippi River, fish, play on Dunn Island, make campfires to enjoy stick bread, canoe, play group games, make new friends, and more.

  • July 21, 22, & 23; 9 am – 4 pm; Rice Creek Chain of Lakes; $210 +tax

    Are you ready for an outdoor summer adventure? Enjoy kayaking, camping overnight on the second day, games, cooking over an open fire, and more. You’ll learn kayaking skills, go on a sunset kayak trip, and practice camping skills like how to set up a tent, start a campfire, and relax in the great outdoors.

  • August 3–6; 9 am – 4 pm; Bunker Hills & Coon Rapids Dam; $210 +tax

    Step into the matrix—the recreational matrix. Getting outdoors and being active is so important for your mental and physical health. Learn how to paddle a kayak or paddle board, try archery, and fat tire bike. All are a great first step towards a lifetime of outdoor activity.

  • August 10–13; 9 am – 4 pm; Wargo Nature Center; $230 +tax

    The natural world has long stirred the imaginations of writers, musicians, and visual artists alike. Explore the outdoors and experiment with a mix of art forms, allowing nature to provide inspiration and materials for our projects. At the end, we’ll share our work in an artists’ showcase for our families to enjoy.

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