(Joplin, MO) – This month, the Wildcat Glades Nature Group, along with other partners, will an Adult Holiday Craft event, a Yoga in Nature event, a Preschool Connections program, their yearly Open House, and a Children’s Holiday Craft event. They will also continue work on their Habitat Restoration project along with 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.
Adult Holiday Craft
Friday, December 6 | 6:00 to 8:00 pm | Ages 14+ | Free to attend | Wildcat Glades Education Cottage
Come make something festive and spectacular!
This is a come-and-go event featuring several available crafts targeted at anyone over the age of 14. If you love arts, crafts, or anything in between, this is the program for you!
Please make sure to pre-register by clicking here or by emailing colvin@wildcatglades.org.
Yoga in Nature for Kids
Saturday, December 14 | 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: Birdfeeders
Wednesday, December 11 @ 10:00 to 11:00 am | Saturday, December 14 @ 1:00 to 2:00 pm | For kids ages three to seven | Free class sponsored by Calvin Cassady | Wildcat Glades Education Cottage
The holidays are a time of giving, so let’s give some special presents tot he animals in your backyard! Join us as we read a fun story, sing a song, and make some special feeders for Missouri’s non-migratory birds. Birdfeeders help keep Missouri’s non-migratory birds. Birdfeeders help keep Missouri’s birds healthy and active during the winter and provide a great opportunity to see the birds that stick around all winter long.
Please make sure to pre-register your kiddos here or email colvin@wildcatglades.org to reserve their spots.
Holiday Open House
Saturday, December 14 | 5:00 – 8:00 pm | All ages welcome | Free event | Shoal Creek Education Center
Do you like nature? Do you like saving money? Do you know anyone who likes either of those things? If so, it sounds like you should stop by the Wildcat Glades Nature Store for an incredible night of sales! Come and find something special for the nature-lover in your life, or just grab a complimentary snack with the staff from Missouri Department of Conservation. We hope to see you there!
If you have any questions, please contact colvin@wildcatglades.org or message Wildcat Glades’ Facebook page.
Winter Solstice Hike
Saturday, December 21 | 10:00 am to 12:00 pm | For ages 13+ | Free event | Wildcat Glades Education Cottage
Is there a better way to send off the summer sunshine than an evening out on the trails? December 21 marks the official beginning of winter, the shortest day of the year, and a four-mile hike through Wildcat Park!
Join Wildcat Glades Nature Group volunteers on a whimsical walk through the wonderful world of Wildcat Park’s natural, winter wonderland. This hike will be for those who can handle long hikes and periods of steep/rough terrain. Bring you hiking poles (if you want to), warm clothes, hiking shoes, water, and maybe even a small snack.
This program is limited to a certain amount of participants and all hikers must be pre-registered. Please do so by clicking here, visiting the Wildcat Glades’ Facebook Page, or emailing colvin@wildcatglades.org.
Children’s Holiday Crafts
Saturday, December 21 | 10:00 am to 12:00 pm and 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm | For ages 3–7 and 8+ | Free event | Wildcat Glades Education Cottage
Come celebrate the holidays with some handmade crafts that you’ll love from head to mistletoe!
Wildcat Glades is pulling out all the stops to create family crafts that will live in your heart — and on your shelf — for years to come. This is a come-and-go event feature several available crafts for individuals, children, and families alike.
All participants must be pre-registered. Please make sure to reserve your spot by clicking here, visiting the Wildcat Glades’ Facebook Page, or 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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