(Joplin, MO) – This month, the Wildcat Glades Nature Group, along with other partners, will be hosting a Yoga in Nature event, Preschool Connections programs, a stupendous summer program called Camp Wildcat, and their annul Water Festival. They will also continue to work on their Habitat Restoration project along the trails at Wildcat Park.
Wildcat Park Habitat Restoration Initiative & KCU Student Trail Initiative
Various dates throughout the month | Ongoing project
Wildcat Glades Nature Group, in partnership with Missouri Southern State University (MSSU), continues to have work days to remove invasive species out at Wildcat Park. Invasive species are detrimental to native plants and wildlife in the Park. Removing the invasive species provides better habitat for plants and animals, and in turn, benefits us. The Restoration Plan is an ongoing project that will be carried out over the next ten years. The work days are completed by Wildcat volunteers, representatives from MSSU, and Wildcat staff. Workdays are held every other Thursday during the Winter.
The Kansas City University’s Students for a Sustainable Future organization spend every other Saturday at Wildcat Park working on the trails. These future medical professionals have worked with Wildcat Glades volunteers to remove invasive plant species from the trails, removed graffiti off various surfaces, cleaned up trash, and much more. They have become a staple for the volunteer workforce that keeps Wildcat Park clean for all to enjoy. We are grateful for all the hard work the KCU students and our volunteers have put in.
If you are interested in becoming involved with the project, please reach out colvin@wildcatglades.org.
Camp Wildcat
Monday, July 8 to Wednesday, July 10 | 8:00 am to 4:00 pm | For ages seven to 14 | $150 per child; partial scholarships available | Wildcat Glades Education Cottage
Calling all campers! Wildcat Glades Nature Group is excited to host their second annual Camp Wildcat event!
Attendees will learn all about the wildlife, plants, rocks, and habitats found at Wildcat Park through hands-on activities. They will have the opportunity to gain experience in outdoor skills and learn to enjoy the outdoors safely and responsibly. Each camper will receive snacks and lunch daily.
Registration is only open until Friday, June 28, and all campers must be pre-registered to attend. Please pre-register by clicking here. For information regarding scholarship availability, please email maddie@wildcatglades.org.
Yoga in Nature for Kids
Saturday, July 13 | 10:30 to 11:30 am | For ages 4 and older, accompanied by an adult | Free class led by Peaceful Yoga | Wildcat Park Pavilion
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 online here or email colvin@wildcatglades.org.
Preschool Connections: Cicadas
Saturday, July 13 @ 1:00 to 2:00 pm | Wednesday, July 17 @ 10:00 to 11:00 am | For kids ages three and up | Free class sponsored by Calvin Cassady | Wildcat Glades Education Cottage
Does summer have a signature sound? If it did, it’d be the singing of the cicada!
At this month’s Preschool Connections, we’ll be buzzing about the cicada. Come sing a song, read a story, make a craft, and, most importantly, learn about these fascinating insects.
Please make sure to pre-register your kiddos online here or by emailing colvin@wildcatglades.org.
Water Festival
Saturday, July 20 | 9:00 am to 5:00 pm | For all ages | Free event | Wildcat Glades
It’s time for Wildcat Glades’ annual Water Festival!
This year’s event will feature cardboard boat races, shoebox boat races (for kiddos who build and bring their masterpieces), a rubber duck race, a fishing derby (ran and sponsored by Missouri Department of Conservation), food trucks, and tons of activities to entertain the entire family.
You won’t wanna miss this wonderfully wet event! To register for the cardboard boat or shoebox boat races, please email robin@wildcatglades.org.
Family Hike Night
Friday, July 26 | 8:00 to 9:30 pm | For all ages | Free event | Wildcat Glades
Do you like spider sniffing? Are you interested in moth meandering? Cricket calling?
If you answered “yes” to any of these questions, you belong at the Wildcat Glades Family Night Hike! Join Wildcat staff for this easy, family-friendly introduction to the wonderful world of night-hiking that will lighten up your evening. This hike will cover a variety of topics and creatures that go bump in the night, from spiders and moths to crickets and everything in between.
Everyone must be pre-registered for this event. Please register your family by following the instructions on the Wildcat Glades Facebook page or by emailing colvin@wildcatglades.org.
About Wildcat Glades Nature Group:
The Wildcat Glades Nature Group is dedicated to protecting the area known as Wildcat Park and the surrounding chert glade environment, habitat, and wildlife by promoting awareness and sustainability, providing education and recreation space and programs, and sponsoring nature-based activities.
Reference:
Robin Standridge, Executive Director
Wildcat Glades Nature Group
robin@wildcatglades.org
417.708.7713 or 417.629.3434, ext. 4540
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