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University of Minnesota Landscape Arboretum
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Dodge Nature Center Home School Program: Raptors
Course Description:
Meet one of nature's most amazing groups of animals -- raptors. Get up close with one of Dodge's year-round raptor residents and participate in hands-on activities to better understand the crucial role these birds play in the environment.
This program is designed specifically for home school groups. Pre-registration is required.
See http://www.dodgenaturecenter.org/Activities/Public-Programs/?activityId=169 to register, and for more information.
Dodge Nature Center Home School Program: Wilderness Skills
Course Description:
What does it take to survive in the wilderness? Get to know wild Minnesota and understand the impact that it has on humans in survival situations. Students have the chance to test out their survival skills by building fires and shelters using minimal materials.
This program is designed specifically for home school groups. Pre-registration is required.
See http://www.dodgenaturecenter.org/Activities/Public-Programs/?activityId=168 to register, and for more information.
Como Zoo Homeschool Class -ART NATURALLY (Ages 5 – 15)
Class description:
Explore the beauty of nature through the eyes of a blooming artist. Using oil pastels, charcoal, watercolors, and more, students will be allowed to explore their creative side during art naturally. An array of plants and animals will be brought into the classroom as models while the instructor guides students through a variety of techniques and methods.
Cost: $12/person
To register or for more information, see the Como Zoo website:
Como Zoo Homeschool Class -ANIMAL TRACKS & TRACES (Ages 5–8)
Class description: Where do all the animals go during the cold winter months? The animals that brave our chilly winters are often hard to find, but leave several clues to their whereabouts. Take a wintery hike to discover the tracks and traces that give away the secrets of Minnesota's toughest animals.
Cost: $12/person
To register or for more information, see the Como Zoo website:
Como Zoo Homeschool Class -ENDANGERED SPECIES (Ages 9–15)
Class description: Learn about the conservation programs zoos and conservatories participate in to help endangered species everyday. Meet a variety of rare plants and animals that will give you good reason to make “earth-friendly” choices. Take home information that will empower you to make a difference.
Cost: $12/person
To register or for more information, see the Como Zoo website:
Como Zoo Homeschool Class -PLANT & ANIMAL PARTNERS – IN DEPTH (Ages 9–15)
Class description: Everything in nature is connected through the web of life. In this class, we’ll investigate some of the unique partnerships between plants and animals that make the world an amazing place to explore. In addition to reviewing concepts like food webs and plant and animal interdependencies, we will look deeper into specific plant and animal partnerships.
Cost: $12/person
To register or for more information, see the Como Zoo website:
Como Zoo Homeschool Class -PLANT & ANIMAL PARTNERS (Ages 5–8)
Class description: Sure animals depend on plants, but did you know plants depend on animals too? Everything in nature is connected through the web of life. In this class, we’ll investigate some of the unique partnerships between plants and animals that make the world an amazing place to explore.
Cost: $12/person
To register or for more information, see the Como Zoo website:
Como Zoo Homeschool Class -WOLVES (Ages 5–8)
Class description: As the center of many stories, myths, and legends, wolves have fascinated people for centuries. Join us as we learn about the daily lives and behaviors of wolves, examine how they communicate, and make a visit to the Wolf Woods exhibit at Como Zoo.
Cost: $12/person
To register or for more information, see the Como Zoo website:
Como Zoo Homeschool Class -LIFE ON THE PRAIRIE – NEW! (Ages 5–15)
Class description: The use of seed balls as a means to regenerate the prairies of days gone by makes for wonderful stories and hands-on experiences. During this class, you will collect seeds from some of our gardens and make seed balls to take home and plant in the spring. In addition, you’ll meet some of the zoo animals that helped shape life on the prairie.
HS251 Wednesday, September 30 1:00p – 2:30p
Cost: $12/person
To register or for more information, see the Como Zoo website:
