Educational Programs
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GEOCACHING 101 THE BASICS
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Join Master Naturalist Laurie Hylen to learn the basics of geocaching – how it works and how to use a phone app or GPS unit - then it’s time to hit the trail in search of caches.
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Summer Naturalist Class
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Summer is here, join us and embrace it with exploration, observation and a whole lot of fun! Come to one class or join us weekly
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Know Your Park
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Each week we will have a different topic for you to learn more about the park’s geology, history, wildlife and more.
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Pothole Guided Hike
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Join the naturalist on a tour of Interstate Park’s most famous trail as it takes you past the Dalles of the St. Croix and glacially carved potholes on a 0.4-mile loop.
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Animal Crafts
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Stop in at the nature center to make animal masks, do word searches, color, and complete other animal themed art projects.
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Naturalist Cabin
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Stop by the naturalist cabin (adjacent to the main parking area), explore the nature center, visit the park naturalist, and participate in the day's activity.
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Guided hike to Big Hill
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Join our naturalist on a guided hike through the Stute Springs homestead and up to the top of Big Hill!
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Let’s Go Fly a Kite
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Meet at the nature center and learn how to make a kite out of simple materials. Then join our naturalist on a brief walk to test them out!
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Astronomy Program and Stargazing
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Become a “backyard astronomer” with help from the Northwest Suburban Astronomers.