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Spring Break Camp
Register Now!
March 26 through 30 and
April 9 through 13

BIG/little
For ages 2-1/2 to 3-1/2 years with caregiver

Tales n’ Trails
For nature lovers over the age of 55

Whose Track is That?
Family nature hike

Winter Bird Walks

Babes in Nature
For ages 2 months to 2 years
with caregiver

Pancake Breakfast with the Birds
Saturday, February 25, 8 am to noon

 

 

Connecting Kids to Nature

At the Nature Center, we celebrate connecting kids to nature and the natural systems that bind us together.  Join us year-round for fun and learning!  Our offerings for kids include Outdoor Adventure Camps and Classes, school field trips, early childhood programs, Spring break camps, new eco-adventure trips, scout programs, and B'Earthday parties.  To get the latest on all our offerings for kids, click here. 

Volunteering

at the Nature Center

The opportunities to volunteer at the Nature Center are endless.  Want to share your knowledge about nature with kids?  Maybe a summer camp assistant position is for you.  Have a knack for graphic design? Maybe you would like to help us with our publications.  Whether it be helping out at one of our annual events or assisting us by bringing your own unique background and expertise to our day to day operations, there's always a need for volunteers.  We wouldn't be able to provide as many quality services as we do without the generousity of our many volunteers. 

Interested in learning more?   Fill out our online application or contact Brandon Henneman at henneman@shakerlakes.org or call (216) 321-5935 x 237 for more information.  We look forward to hearing from you!

 

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We are offering two Family Fireside Nights at the Nature Center — each a themed evening of family fun around the fireplace! We are pleased to partner with Talespinner Children’s Theatre, Cleveland’s newest professional children’s theatre company. TCT develops and produces highly imaginative, original professional works for young audiences. Enjoy refreshments, crafts and unique evening entertainment.

Pajama Party &
Puppet Show
Friday, January 20,
6:30 to 8 pm

Wear your pajamas and join us for a pajama party around the fireplace. Puppet master Lydia Chanenka will present an interactive puppet tale of animal adventures! Refreshments will be served. Call (216) 321-5935, ext. 235 to register. $5 per person or $25 per family (maximum of 6).

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Owl Moon Night Hike
Friday, February 10,
6:30 to 8 pm

Come dressed for a guided night hike, and then come inside where our special guest, the fantastical Woodland Faerie Alison Garrigan, will read the wonderful children’s story Owl Moon by Jane Yolen. In case of severe weather, an indoor craft activity will replace the hike. Refreshments will be served. Call (216) 321-5935, ext 235 to register. $5 per person or $25 per family (maximum of 6).

 
 
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