(Joplin, MO) – This month, the Wildcat Glades Nature Group, along with other partners, will host a Preschool Connections program, a class on creating water filters, and a Nature Explorers program. 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 – check Facebook page for workday schedule
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.
Wildcat Glades Adults: Buzzin’ ‘Bout Bats
Friday, April 11 | 6:00 to 8:00 pm | Ages 16+ | Free to attend | Wildcat Glades Education Cottage
Bats may get a bad rap, but in reality, they’re integral to the world as we know it. At this brand-new monthly Wildcat program for adults, we’ll be taking an in-depth look at bats and their role in the environment, our lives, and — shockingly enough — the tequila industry! You won’t want to miss the debut of this brand new program!
Please make sure to pre-register by clicking here, going to the Wildcat Glades Facebook page, or by emailing colvin@wildcatglades.org.
Wildcat Glades Rummage Sale
Friday, April 11 @ 8:00 am to 5:00 pm | Saturday, April 12 @ 8:00 am to 3:00 pm | All ages welcome | Free to attend; merchandise prices vary | IBEW Hall (3316 Hearnes Boulevard in Joplin)
Come support Wildcat Glades Nature Group at our semi-annual Rummage sale! All proceeds directly support efforts at Wildcat Park by the Nature Group. Donations will be accepted April 8th and 9th at IBEW Hall from 9 am to 5 pm. Items to donate could include books, household and decorative items, craft supplies, fabric, tools, kitchen stuff, costume jewelry, sports equipment, small pieces of furniture, like-new accessories, toys in good condition, and jigsaw puzzles, to mention just a few categories.
No large appliances, old TVs or clothing will be accepted.
If you have any questions, please contact colvin@wildcatglades.org or message the Wildcat Glades Nature Group via Facebook.
Kid’s Yoga in Nature
Saturday, April 12 | 10:30 to 11:30 am | Ages four and up, accompanied by an adult | Free to attend | Wildcat Glades Education Cottage
Namaste everyone. Kid’s Yoga in Nature is back and better than ever! Join Amanda, a registered Yoga Teacher, and learn the elements of fun and breathing, while doing yoga poses that are specifically designed for kids and/or beginners. Please bring a yoga mat or a towel, a reusable water bottle, and your best “ohhmm” voice. Yoga is very beneficial for children’s health and is even better when enjoyed in the great outdoors.
Make sure to pre-register your kiddos. Please sign up by following the instructions on the Wildcat Glades’ Facebook page, by clicking here, or by emailing colvin@wildcatglades.org.
Preschool Connections: Dandelions
Wednesday, April 9 @ 10:00 to 11:00 am | Saturday, April 12 @ 1:00 to 2:00 pm | For kids ages three to seven, accompanied by an adult | Free class sponsored by Calvin Cassady | Wildcat Glades Education Cottage
What do you wish for when you blow a dandelion? Here at Wildcat, we’re wishing that you’ll come learn with us! Even though they’re sometimes called a weed, dandelions are incredible flowers that provide an easy food source for insects, bees, rabbits, and even — sometimes — humans. Join Wildcat’s own Miss Vicki as she reads The Dandelion Seed by Joseph Anthony, sings a song, and does a family-friendly craft that’ll blow you away!
Reserve a spot for your littles by clicking here or emailing colvin@wildcatglades.org to reserve their spots.
Nature Explorers: Native Pollinator Plants
Friday, April 18 | 6:00 to 7:00 pm | Ages seven to 14 | Free to attend | Wildcat Glades Education Cottage
April’s here, that means it’s time to spring into action and learn about pollination! Even though Missouri’s pollinators and the native plants they pollinate are an integral part of our ecosystem, they’re often overlooked, but we here at Wildcat Glades say it’s time to change that. Come learn about our native plants and the pollinators that sustain them at this month’s Nature Explorers!
You must pre-register for this event by visiting the Wildcat Glades Facebook page, clicking here, 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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