We invite our local High Lake neighbors and friends to this community picnic: bring your own picnic dinner and lawn chair, and we’ll provide s’mores and activities!
Read MoreAcademic Standards and Connections to Curriculum in Outdoor Programs (Webinar)
How do nature-based learning experiences support academic learning? Hear from guest speakers, Indiana teachers Jenna Labash and Erika Meyer, who will share their experiences in facilitating outdoor programming within school settings.
Read MoreTales & Trails
Hear a tale and hike a trail with your preschooler to discover the natural wonders around you together! This is a 1.5-hour monthly program designed for children ages 3-5, with younger siblings welcome to join, led by a Merry Lea educator.
Read MoreFood Preservation Workshop
Join us to learn the science and steps of water bath canning and live fermentation! Perfect for gardeners wanting to save their harvests, or those wanting to do some culinary experimentation.
Read MoreWild About Wetlands
Get mucky with this immersive family program to explore what a wetland is and why we should care about them!
Read MoreFestive Fall Flower Arranging
Create your own fall flower arrangement in carved pumpkins using fresh flowers, vegetables and herbs from our garden. Participants will get to pick their pumpkin and design a beautiful bouquet to take home!
Read MoreNature PreK Observation & Professional Development Introduction (Oct. 10)
Ever wonder what a Nature Preschool actually looks like in action? See for yourself with this guided observation and professional development opportunity.
Read MoreNature PreK Observation & Professional Development Introduction (Oct. 27)
Ever wonder what a Nature Preschool actually looks like in action? See for yourself with this guided observation and professional development opportunity.
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