(Joplin, MO) – This month, the Wildcat Glades Nature Group along with other partners, will be hosting a Preschool Connections program, a Nature Explorers program, a special paper quilling program, and an educational class on spring foraging.
Preschool Connections: Rabbits
Wednesday, April 8 @ 10:00 am | Saturday, April 18 @ 1:00 pm | Ages three to seven, accompanied by an adult | Wildcat Glades Education Cottage | Sponsored by Calvin Cassidy
Get ready to learn all about our furry friend, the rabbit!
Kiddos attending this month’s Preschool Connections class will discover where rabbits make their homes and what they eat, explore fascinating facts, make bunny-themed crafts, and enjoy story time with the book Home for a Bunny by Margaret Wise Brown.
Register your littles by clicking here or by emailing robin@wildcatglades.org.
Nature Explorers: Macroinvertebrate Check & Crayfish Hunt
Friday, April 17 | 6:00 pm | Ages seven to 14 | Wildcat Glades Education Cottage | Free event
Ready for an adventure? Gear up to splash around Shoal Creek as we hunt for crayfish (also called crawdads) and other exciting creek critters!
In this hands-on class, students will become a real-life explorer, searching for these cool creatures and checking out macroinvertebrates that help us discover how healthy the water really is. Kids can also expect to learn what awesome things to look for (and what to avoid) while they investigate the creek. Bring your curiosity, energy, and creek shoes as this pre-teen adventure is sure to get a little wild and wet!
Registration for this event is required and can be completed here.
Paper Quilling: Create Beautiful Art with Simple Techniques
Tuesday, April 21 | 6:00 pm | Ages 15+ | Wildcat Glades Education Cottage | $25 per attendee
Discover the art of quilling in this introductory class, perfect for anyone interested in creative paper crafts!
Quilling, also known as paper filigree, is an ancient art form that dates as far back as the Renaissance, when nuns and monks would roll and shape strips of paper to decorate religious items. Over centuries, quilling has been used to embellish greeting cards, boxes, and even some fine artwork, offering endless possibilities for artistic expression.
During this class, instructor Laura Gulick will guide participants through basic quilling techniques, including how to roll, shape, and glue paper strips to create beautiful designs. The $25 fee covers all the supplies needed for one completed project, making it easy for you to try quilling without any extra cost.
Whether you’re a beginner or just curious about this historic craft, you’ll leave with a finished piece and the skills to continue quilling at home! Space is limited, so make sure to register here.
Spring Foraging with Good Naturing
Wednesday, April 22 | 6:00 pm | Ages 15+ | Wildcat Glades Education Cottage
Wildcat Glades invites adventurers of all kinds to join them in a guided walk that focuses on identifying edible plants and other natural features this spring!
Led by experienced forager Kelly Hock, participants will convene at the Education Cottage at Wildcat Glades before the excursion commences. This pay-what-you-can class supports Wildcat Glades’ efforts and organization. All proceeds benefit the nature group.
Secure your space here.
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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