Preschool Explorers

Tuesdays at 10 am

Come dressed to explore the outdoors while developing early childhood readiness skills. Each week enjoy a new nature inspired program theme with a story, a movement activity and a craft. All programs are completely outdoors and run approximately 45-60 minutes. Geared toward children ages 3-5 years old. Children under age 3 are welcome to register. All children must have an adult in attendance. 

Fee: $8/child, 1 adult included in price. Members receive 30% off programs; log in during registration to receive discount.
Registration: Registration is preferred so we can plan for materials, but day-of program participants are welcome if space is available.
Meet: Arboretum entrance
Audience: Preschool-ages children and caretakers

Story time outdoors

Upcoming Preschool Explorers Themes

Please click on each week’s program to register securely online, or call (269) 381-1574 ext. 24.

April: Brilliant Birds

As the weather warms, we begin noticing the return of many of Michigan’s migratory birds. Welcome our feathered friends back to Michigan after their long journeys north. Go bird watching, make a bird feeder, and explore the brilliance of birds through nature-based activities

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May: Fantastic Flowers

April showers bring May flowers! Learn some beginner plant biology with a KNC educator, go on flower ID hikes, and create flower-themed crafts during the flower-powered month of May.  

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