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Programs for Kids

group Programs & field Experiences

Below are just a few general topics of programs that we offer.  We can customize a program to support educational needs. All programs are available to students of all ages in any school or organized group.

We do offer professional development programs for all of our classes! Teachers are welcome to sign up for a workshop to learn about the program(s) that their students will participate in and receive pre- and post- information and activities to engage their students further in the classroom and outdoor school setting. 

Sign up your group to participate in one of our MANY environmental education programs held year-round! Programs can be customized to fit your group's need and curriculum goals! 

Here is a sample of programming topics:

  • Wetland Ecology 
  • Adaptations
  • Insects
  • Prairie Ecology (late spring, summer & fall only)
  • Ecosystem Plot Studies
  • Forest Ecology
  • Keying Out Trees- Classification
  • Geodesic Greenhouse Plant Lab
  • Missouri Rocks- Geology
  • Pollination
  • Nature Walk- Sensory Exploration
  • Early Childhood Programming
  • Storytime in the Garden
  • Missouri Native Plants 
  • Herb garden- plant identification and uses
Program time:  1-2 hours    Cost: $7 per student   Chaperones are free of charge. 

Registration

To schedule a field experience or if you would like more information, please call (314) 725-8314 X 105 or email [email protected].  

We hope You Visit Soon!


Hours

Summer Hours:
M-F: 8am - 4pm

Address

8025 Blackberry Ave
University City, MO

Telephone

314-725-8314

Email

[email protected]
  • Home
  • Who We Are
    • Our Mission
    • History >
      • Archives
    • Board of Directors & Staff
  • What We Do
    • Educational Programs >
      • Kid Programs >
        • After School Nature Play
        • Scout Badges
        • Group Programs & Field Experiences
        • Spector Family Nature Studio
        • Science & Art Summer Experience
        • Summer Camps
      • Adult & Family Programs >
        • Speaker Series >
          • Pathways Through Nature
          • Reconnecting to our Roots
          • Wanderlust Wednesdays
    • Art Gallery
    • Habitat Restoration >
      • Prairie
      • Wetland
      • Woodlands
    • Special Events >
      • Fall Fire Festival
      • Spring Plant Sale
  • Where We Do It
    • The Green Center Buildings >
      • ADA Accessible Classroom
    • Green Center Grounds >
      • Learning Gardens
      • Certified Nature Explore Classroom
    • Managed Habitats & Trails >
      • Ruth Park Woods
      • Urban Bird Corridor
  • Get Involved!
    • Volunteer
    • Contact