Spend the afternoon with us to discover the fascinating research updates and highlights from the 2023 OPCA Summer Research Interns Zack Kiedrowski and Jaydin Conner. Hear about wild rice populations in comparison to phragmites populations in Otter Point Creek and the presence/potential impact of plastic “nurdles” in our waterways. If you are interested in how …
Children and caregivers explore our natural world through stories, songs, movement, crafts and up close experience with nature! Registration required. Mondays, 1/8, 1/15, 1/22, 1/29, 2/5, & 2/12
Children and caregivers explore our natural world through stories, songs, movement, crafts and up close experience with nature! Registration required. Mondays, 1/8, 1/15, 1/22, 1/29, 2/5, & 2/12
Feel the cool air and the crunch of the frozen ground while studying outdoors this winter. Explore winter adaptations of animals, plants and fungi while tromping through the forest. Registration required. Tuesdays, 1/9, 1/16, 1/23 & 1/30
The forest is a magical place to be in the winter. Study alongside a certified science teacher and master naturalist to discuss topics such as winter adaptations, tree diversity and abundance, soil composition, and more. Registration required. Wednesdays, 1/10, 1/17, 1/24 & 1/31
Children and caregivers explore our natural world through stories, songs, movement, crafts and up close experience with nature! Registration required. Fridays, 1/12, 1/19, 1/26, 2/2, 2/9, & 2/16
Children and caregivers explore our natural world through stories, songs, movement, crafts and up close experience with nature! Registration required. Fridays, 1/12, 1/19, 1/26, 2/2, 2/9, & 2/16
Spend a winter afternoon painting in the warm glow of the pellet stove as the sun sets over the marsh. Creative Concepts by Trish, in partnership with Otter Point Creek Alliance, brings us a cozy afternoon of art, community, nature and creativity as we paint beautiful hanging slates. Refreshments will be provided. Bring a friend. …
Venture into the woods of Bosely Conservancy on a cool winter evening to hear the call of these elusive creatures and possibly catch a glimpse of them. *Meet at Bosely Conservancy
Join a volunteer team of invasive plant removers and native plant restorers. Learn why non-native invasive plants are a threat to the ecosystem, how to identify problem plants, and removal and restoration strategies. Registration required.
Celebrate World Wetlands Day inside at the Estuary Center! There will be food and fun activities for all ages. A Wetland Deli - Music, Games and a Scavenger Hunt - Exhibitors - Live Animal Demonstrations - and more! No registration required.
Join a volunteer team of invasive plant removers and native plant restorers. Learn why non-native invasive plants are a threat to the ecosystem, how to identify problem plants, and removal and restoration strategies. Registration required.
