(Joplin, MO) – This July, the Wildcat Glades Nature Group along with other partners, will be hosting a Preschool Connections program, our Nature Explorers program and Shoal Creek Water Festival. We will also continue to work on our 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 – 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 nearly every Thursday or Saturday during the year.
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 robin@wildcatglades.org.
Preschool Connections: Wooly Bear Caterpillar
Wednesday, July 9 @ 10:00 to 11:00 am | Saturday, July 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
Caterpillars come in many bright colors! Have you ever wondered what they become?
Join Wildcat Glades Nature Group to learn more about caterpillars and their amazing transformation into butterflies and enjoy a fun caterpillar craft along with some playtime. Discover Wooly Bear Caterpillar as read by Wildcat Glades’ own Ms. Vicki.
Make sure to register your littles here or email sara@wildcatglades.org.
Shoal Creek Water Festival
Saturday, July 19 | 10:00 am to 2:00 pm | All ages welcome | Free to attend thanks to Missouri American Water | Wildcat Glades
This event is an absolute blast!
Get ready for some awesome activities at this annual event, like cardboard boat races crafted by clever and brave participants, shoebox boat races where kids can showcase their cool creations, and a thrilling rubber duck race. Plus, there will be snow cones, live entertainment, and tons of fun for the whole family!
Want to join in on the cardboard or shoebox boat races, or want to purchase ducks for the duck race? Click here for more registration information. Shoebox boat registration is just $5. Cardboard boat registration is $35 while rubber ducks can be purchased $5 for one, $10 for three, and $20 for seven.
Nature Explorers: Camping 101
Friday, July 25 | 6:00 to 7:00 pm | Ages seven to 14 | Free to attend | Wildcat Glades Education Cottage
Embark on a learning journey with us as we uncover the secrets of camping. Camping is a fantastic way to spend your summer, and we’re here to ensure you’re well-prepared. Bring your explorers to learn the art of setting up and packing their tent, being ready for a bustling camping area, and choosing an ideal campsite. Campers will learn outdoor safety and fire-building skills in a kid-friendly format. Campers in training will wrap up the evening by roasting marshmallows.
To equip yourself with knowledge, visit our Facebook page, or call to register.
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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