Wildcat Glades Nature Group Releases June 2023 Program List

This June, the Wildcat Glades Nature Group, along with other partners, will be hosting a Preschool Connections program, a Nature Explorers program, a class for adults, a rummage sale, and a summer solstice hike. Sign up for one below!

Adult Program: How to Collect And Display Insects

June 3 @ 10:00 am to 12:00 pm | For ages 13+ | $15 to attend | Wildcat Glades Education Cottage

Have you ever been to a museum and noticed their incredible insect displays? Maybe, upon viewing those, you wished you could have displays of your own to look at! Join us to learn about how to capture and display insects both ethically and efficiently.

Participants will receive a small insect display kit, and will have the opportunity to practice their new skills on site as they perfect the art of insect displays.

This program has limited spots, so be sure to register quickly! You can register by visiting our Signup Genius page or by emailing maddie@wildcatglades.org.

Nature Explorers: Frog Friends and Toad Abodes

June 7 @ 10:00 to 11:30 am | June 10 @ 6:00 to 7:30 pm | For kids ages seven to 14 | Free class sponsored by the Corley Foundation | Wildcat Glades Education Cottage

Insects are abundant this time of year. Though they are often dismissed because of their small size, insects lead truly fascinating lives that we tend to overlook. There is an entire world beneath our feet that deserves our attention! Join us to learn all about the cool insects at Wildcat Park. We will spend a bit of time in the cottage before venturing down on the trails to discover what our six-legged friends are up to.

You must pre-register on our Signup Genius or by emailing maddie@wildcatglades.org.

Yoga in Nature for Kids

June 10 @ 10:30 am | For ages 4 and older, accompanied by an adult | Free class | Wildcat Glades Education Cottage

Led by Amanda, a registered yoga teacher, this class is designed to incorporate elements of nature, breathing, and yoga poses specifically for kids. Bring your yoga mat or a towel and a reusable water bottle for this beginner’s class. Yoga is a beneficial exercise for children’s health and even better when it can be done outdoors.

Participants must be pre-registered. Please sign up on our Signup Genius or email maddie@wildcatglades.org.

Preschool Program: Turtle’s Day Out

May 17 @ 10:00 to 11:00 am | May 20 @ 1:00 to 2:00 pm | For kids ages three to seven | Free class sponsored by Calvin Cassady | Wildcat Glades Education Cottage

Solomon the turtle is whisked away for an adventure! Join us as we read Turtle’s Day Out, sing a song, and do a craft. Children will learn all about turtles and their lives here in Missouri. They will also have an opportunity to see a live turtle up close and in person.

You must pre-register because is space is limited. Please do so by visiting our Facebook page, going to our Signup Genius page for this event, or by emailing maddie@wildcatglades.org.

Conservation in the Parks: Birdwatching Basics

June 20 @ 10:30 am to 12:30 pm | All ages welcome, recommended for those seven-years-old and up | Free class | Landreth Park in Joplin

Birds are busy building nests and raising young! This incredible spectacle might seem like it is only visible in areas that are far away from cities, but all sorts of birds can be found right here in the middle of Joplin! Interesting and beautiful birds are in our local parks, including Landreth Park.

Join us as we look for birds such as Eastern Bluebirds and Scissor-Tailed Flycatchers, and to learn the basics of birdwatching. Wildcat Glades Nature Group and the Missouri Department of Conservation naturalists will teach participants how to birdwatch.

This program will be limited to a certain number of participants and you must register. Please do so by visiting our Facebook page, going to our Signup Genius page for this event, or by emailing maddie@wildcatglades.org.

Summer Solstice Hike

June 21 @ 6:00 to 9:00 pm | For ages 13+| Free event sponsored by U.S. Bank | Wildcat Glades Park

What better way to welcome summer than to spend your evening out on the trails? June 21 is the longest day of the year, and Wildcat Glades Nature Group volunteers are planning to take advantage of the extra sunlight. Join us as we hike the entire four-mile trail through Wildcat Park! This hike will be for those who can handle long hikes and periods of steep, rough terrain. Bring your hiking poles (if you want to), hiking shoes, water, and maybe even a small snack.

Participants will learn a bit more about what the Wildcat Glades Nature Group does as well as some tree identification along the way.

Space is limited for this program, so you must pre-register to attend. Please do so by visiting our Signup Genius page for this event, or by emailing robin@wildcatglades.org.

Wildcat Glades Rummage Sale

June 30 @ 8:00 am to 5:00 pm | July 1 @ 8:00 am to 5:00 pm | IBEW Hall 3316 Hearnes, Joplin Missouri

Come support Wildcat Glades Nature Group at our semi-annual Rummage Sale! All proceeds will directly support efforts at Wildcat Park by the Nature Group.

Donations will be accepted on June 26 and 27 at IBEW from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. Donation items could include books, household and decorative items, craft supplies, fabric, tools, kitchen items, costume jewlery, sports equipment, small pieces of furniture, like-new accessories, toys in good condition, and jigsaw puzzles. No large appliances, old TVs, or clothing will be accepted.

If you have questions, please message our Facebook page or email robin@wildcatglades.org.

Reference:

Robin Standridge, Executive Director
robin@wildcatglades.org
417.708.7713 or 417.629.3434, ext. 4540

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