Join TWC this summer to complete the  2022 Junior Naturalist challenge! Three sessions will be offered: In My Backyard In My Greenspace In my World This year we’ll study rocks, trees, mammals, and put the “art” in “EARTH”!  We’ll do activities and explore the science of nature around us. For children entering grades 1-5, to…

Join Naturalist Terri Brest to collect and observe insects. We’ll provide insect nets, bug boxes, hand lenses and microscopes to get a closer look at these important pollinators. Find out the difference between insects, spiders and isopods. For Ages 3-12.  Check the Interpretive Bldg. lobby in case of construction obstructions due to expansion of the Nature…

Snakes are sensational! They slither and hide, sun themselves to keep warm, and eat their food in one gulp. Celebrate these cool smooth reptiles and visit with our friendly snake, Zea. Preschool-ages 2-6, siblings welcome. We are pleased to offer this event FREE of charge thanks to the generous support of an Anonymous Donor and the…

The year is 2096.  Space tourism is thriving, and “Space Express Tours” is the world’s leading company in space.  You’ve signed up for a quick trip around the solar system.  You’ll soar through the Asteroid Belt, explore the moons of Jupiter and Saturn, and hover over the roiling surface of the Sun.  The show combines…

The year is 2096.  Space tourism is thriving, and “Space Express Tours” is the world’s leading company in space.  You’ve signed up for a quick trip around the solar system.  You’ll soar through the Asteroid Belt, explore the moons of Jupiter and Saturn, and hover over the roiling surface of the Sun.  The show combines…

Summer Days are BACK! Join naturalists from TWC for a nature experience for adult/child pairs.  Join us for exploring, education, crafts, and fun!   Be sure to choose the program that best suits your child’s age. What’s that Habitat? (Ages 8-10): Explore a variety of wetland, forest and prairie habitats, finding out which animals are adapted to live…

Children (and parents!) will love Plato, the cutest mole ever, who discovers day and night, the Sun and Moon, and the stars.  Through traditional storytelling children will learn basic concepts about science while having a great time.  A “Tonight’s Sky” program showing seasonal constellations and planets currently in the night sky will follow the show.…

Children (and parents!) will love Plato, the cutest mole ever, who discovers day and night, the Sun and Moon, and the stars.  Through traditional storytelling children will learn basic concepts about science while having a great time.  A “Tonight’s Sky” program showing seasonal constellations and planets currently in the night sky will follow the show.…

Children (and parents!) will love Plato, the cutest mole ever, who discovers day and night, the Sun and Moon, and the stars.  Through traditional storytelling children will learn basic concepts about science while having a great time.  A “Tonight’s Sky” program showing seasonal constellations and planets currently in the night sky will follow the show.…

Children (and parents!) will love Plato, the cutest mole ever, who discovers day and night, the Sun and Moon, and the stars.  Through traditional storytelling children will learn basic concepts about science while having a great time.  A “Tonight’s Sky” program showing seasonal constellations and planets currently in the night sky will follow the show.…