News
January 8, 2009
Come Join The Fun With Nature Programs In January And February
Birding Basics
What's that bird at the feeder? Join us as we learn about some of the common birds in our area and come to our feeders. Learn what foods they like to eat and how to attract them. We'll see what feathered friends come by as we do our craft. This event will be held Saturday, January 24, from 1-3 p.m. at the Training Lodge located at the North entrance to the park off of Durant Rd. The fee is $10 for children ages 6-12 years old. For more information on Birding Basics, contact Durant Nature Park at 870-2871.
Wildlife Wednesdays
Spend your Wednesday evenings discovering wildlife. This program is great for kids who like living creatures, catching insects, arts and crafts, and games. This class is open to participants from 6-11 years of age and the fee is $3.00. This program is held at Chavis Community Center on Wednesdays, February 4th, 11th, 18th, and 25th from 6:15-7:15 p.m.
Animal Tree Houses
Let's learn who calls trees home and discover how animals use trees for more than just a house. A story and a craft will teach us more. This class is open to participants from 3-5 years of age and the fee is $3.00. This program is held at Brier Creek Community Center on Saturday, February 7, from 10:30-11:15 a.m. Pre-registration is required four days prior to program.
Junior Gardeners
Come decorate a flower pot, plant a seed and take it home to watch it grow. We'll learn how to care for your seed and about the parts of a plant. This class is open to participants from 3-5 years of age and the fee is $5.00. This program is held at Sertoma Arts Center on Saturday, February 7, from 10:30-11:30. Pre-registration is required four days prior to program.
For more information regarding any of the listed classes or events, contact Nature Programs at 919-831-6640.
Prepared by:
Allison Jones
Corporate Leisure Services Event Coordinator
Parks and Recreation Department
For More Information Contact:
Raleigh Parks and Recreation Department
Parks and Recreation Department
2401 Wade Avenue
Raleigh, NC 27607
919-831-6640
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