(Joplin, MO) – This month, the Wildcat Glades Nature Group along with other partners, will be hosting a Preschool Connections program, a Nature Explorers program, and a special event with an emphasis on snakes.
Preschool Connections: Nests
Wednesday, March 11@ 10:00 am | Saturday, March 14 @ 1:00 pm | Ages three to seven, accompanied by an adult | Wildcat Glades Education Cottage | Sponsored by Calvin Cassidy
Bring your little ones for a magical adventure as we explore the secret world of bird nests together!
Discover how birds carefully build their cozy homes and get ready to touch real nests and materials, sparking curiosity and wonder.
Register your littles by clicking here or by emailing robin@wildcatglades.org.
Slithering Superstars: Meet the Awesome Snakes!
Tuesday, March 17 | 1:00 pm | Ages 5+ | Wildcat Glades Education Cottage | Free event
The Native Snakes program at Wildcat Glades Education Cottage is designed just for kids and families!
In this hands-on, kids-friendly session, kiddos will meet real snakes and explore their fascinating world through interactive demonstrations and safe, supervised encounters. Presenter Cameron Kruse will guide attendees as they discover how snakes help our ecosystem, bust common myths, and learn how to respect these cool reptiles. Through fun activities and live examples, kids will learn that snakes aren’t scary — they’re amazing creatures worth understanding and protecting. Perfect for ages five and up, this free program makes learning about snakes exciting and approachable!
Everyone who attends this event must be registered. Make sure to sign your family up here or email robin@wildcatglades.org.
Nature Explorers: Shelters
Thursday, March 19 | 3:30 pm | Ages seven to 14 | Wildcat Glades Education Cottage | Free event
Join the Wildcat Glades team for a hands-on class where Nature Explorers will discover how to build a cozy, sturdy shelter with a tarp! Kiddos will explore different styles and must-learn knots together as they’re guided by Kelly Hock from Good Naturing.
Make sure to save your kids’ spots by emailing robin@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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