Discover the wonders of Missouri forests while working on badge activities. This program is designed for Brownies, Junior Girl Scouts and Webelos. Brownies can work on What's Out There? and Plants 2 and 4. Juniors can work on Let's Get Outdoors: Earth Connections 3, 4 and 8 and Explore and Discover: Science Discovery 5. Webelos can complete Outdoor Group: Forester 3 and 4. All are welcome and encouraged to attend. No reservations required.10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Families. Free. Powder Valley Conservation Nature Area.
Tom Terrific returns to show you how to attract butterflies to your yard. Tom will talk about site selection and preparation, host and nectar plants, native plants, and more. After the program you are invited to tour Tom's butterfly gardens in Crestwood to see over 200 butterfly plant species that he grows. Reservations are required. 10 to 11:30 a.m. Ages 10 and up. Free. Powder Valley Conservation Nature Area.
More information: mdc.org or (314) 301-1500.
Have you ever wondered what bird is at your feeder? Did you know there are highways in the sky that birds follow to migrate? Learn to identify birds and find out where those highways are in the sky. You will also be able to view birds in their natural habitat. This Discovery Table meets the Cub Scout requirements for Wolves: Bird Elective 13d; Webelos: Naturalist #3 and #5; Juniors: Wildlife #3 and #8. Also appropriate for Brownies. No Reservations Necessary. All ages. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Free. August A. Busch Memorial Conservation Area.
Explore the beauty of the native wildflower gardens around the Busch Visitor Center and woodland wildflowers of nearby trails. Experience spring at its finest as you learn to identify wildflowers and the role they play in healthy habitats. Reservations are required. Families. 9:30 to 11 a.m. Free. August A. Busch Memorial Conservation Area.
More information: mdc.mo.gov or (636) 441-4554.
Learn about wetlands and the critters that call them home
at Wetlands for Kids. Kids will see live birds of prey, create wetland artwork, explore a beaver lodge, practice their air rifle and archery skills, view live snakes and turtles or watch retriever dogs in action. Visit more than 15 stations to learn about nature through hands-on adventures such as fly-tying, a scavenger hunt or the Duck Wing Maze.
This is a good time of year to celebrate furry little animal babies. Aren’t they cute? They wake up, dash around, leap and jump, play hard with each other, and then cuddle up and fall asleep again. While their parents feed, protect and teach them, the babies are learning about the world around them. Come help us celebrate animal babies, and make a furry little animal to take home. Reservations are required. 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Ages 3 and up. Free. Powder Valley Conservation Nature Area.
More information: mdc.org or (314) 301-1500.
Check out the many natural objects that are symbols representing the state of Missouri. This self-guided exhibit will help Junior Girl Scouts and Cub Scouts earn portions of badges relating to nature or wildlife. The activity can usually be completed in 45 minutes. All are welcome and encouraged to attend. No reservations required. 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. All ages. Free. Powder Valley Conservation Nature Area.
More information: mdc.org or (314) 301-1500.
Fazio’s Rock Academy is the summer destination for the aspiring rock star in your life! Campers attend one-week or two-week sessions (8:50 a.m. to 3:20 p.m. daily) where they form a real band, choose a band name, write their own music, pose for a photo shoot and conclude with a live concert with special guest appearances by professional rock artists! Fazio's Rock Academy is for Guitarists, Vocalists, Bassists and Keyboardists between the ages of 9-17 years.
Two sessions are offered: July 15-19; and July 22-26. Each session is $399, which includes print music and a t-shirt. Ask about a discounted rate for two-week enrollment.
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