Learn about nature at Wee Nats (Wee Naturalists), a fun interactive program for youth ages 4-7. Youth will learn about different environmental education topics through a story, activity, craft, and hike. The Program is led by University of Illinois Extension 4-H Youth Educator Kelly Lafferty.  An adult must stay with the youth during the program. There is no charge to attend.
 

Program topics include: 

 

September - Endangered Species                                                             

October – Autumn                                                       

November - Turkeys                                                    
December – The 3 R's                                                   
January - Hibernation                                                   
February - Stargazing                                                     
March – March Winds                                                    
April – Prairies                                                               
May – Insects                                                               
 

Please dress according to the weather, as we will spend time in nature. 

 

Wee Nats is offered in three locations: 

Warren - Second Thursday of the month at 3:45 p.m. - 5 p.m.

Freeport - Second Tuesday of the month at 4 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Rockford - Second Monday of the month at 3:45 p.m. - 5 p.m.

 

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