Join us for this fun beginner birding program for children and adults alike. This weekend, February 18–21, is the Great Backyard Bird Count. Why not celebrate by starting a new hobby or learning more about bird ID? We’ll go over basic ID tips, test out our skills at Cedar Run’s bird feeders and on the trail, and give a tutorial on how to record your data via the E-Bird website. 11-12:30pm. Suitable for ages 6 and up. $15/adult, $10/child. Pricing includes Refuge admission. Advanced registration required.
Please no birthday parties or scout programs for these events. If you are interested in hosting a birthday party or scout program at Cedar Run Wildlife Refuge, please check out our website links for Birthday Parties & Scout Programs.
Get ready to learn new outdoor skills and put them to the test as we compete to survive the harsh winter weather for our teen Winter Survival Afternoon! Fires will be lit, shelters will be built – and fun will be had! Dress warm for this fun outdoor afternoon of wilderness skills! 1:00-3:00pm. Suitable for ages 12+. $18/non-member, $15/member. Space is limited to 15 children per group. Advanced registration required.
Not a member, but want to be? Check out our membership page.
Please no birthday parties or scout programs for these events. If you are interested in hosting a birthday party or scout program at Cedar Run Wildlife Refuge, please check out our website links for Birthday Parties & Scout Programs.
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Winter is often the best time of the year to locate owls in the forest as they are in the midst of nesting season. Program begins at the Outdoor Pavilion (with heaters!) for an up-close experience with our resident owls followed by a hike on the trail in search of our local species. Please dress accordingly and wear comfortable shoes. No flashlights, please. 5:30-7:30pm. Suitable for ages 8 and up. $15/adult, $10/child. Advanced registration required. This program will fill up!
Please no birthday parties or scout programs for these events. If you are interested in hosting a birthday party or scout program at Cedar Run Wildlife Refuge, please check out our website links for Birthday Parties & Scout Programs.
This event is now full. Please email education@cedarrun.org to be added to the waitlist. If we receive enough interest we will open an additional group.
This fun and informative program will help you review the basics of animal tracking in the wild. 1-2:30pm. All ages welcome. $15/non-member adult, $10/non-member child (ages 4-12), members and ages 3 and under free. 20 participants maximum. Pricing includes refuge admission. Advanced registration required.
Not a member, but want to be? Check out our membership page.
Please no birthday parties or scout programs for these events. If you are interested in hosting a birthday party or scout program at Cedar Run Wildlife Refuge, please check out our website links for Birthday Parties & Scout Programs.
Join us for a fun and engaging program focused on a fun book each month.
We will read, do a craft and head out and about on an adventure about the month’s theme. 10-11am. Ages 3-5. $10/child with adult. Space is limited to 12 children. Advanced registration required. *Please note: classes are held exclusively outdoors. Please dress for the weather.
- February’s Book: Winter Dance by Marion Dane Bauer
- March’s Book: Worm Weather by Jean Taft
- April’s Book: Bee by Britta Teckentrup
- May’s Book: A Beetle is Shy by Dianna Hutts Aston and Sylvia Long
- June’s Book: Pond Year by Kathryn Lasky
NOTE: Sessions that are FULL, or cancelled due to low numbers, will be removed from the sign-up list.
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Our educators will help you and your child explore nature through songs, crafts, and outdoor adventures. Geared towards ages 3-5 (with an adult).
Our Knee-High Naturalists program is held once a month running September-June, with Wednesday or Thursday sessions available to choose from. Family Night Hike in December. Click to learn more!
Our educators will help you and your child explore nature through songs, crafts, and outdoor adventures. Geared towards ages 3-5 (with an adult).
Our Knee-High Naturalists program is held once a month running September-June, with Wednesday or Thursday sessions available to choose from. Family Night Hike in December. Click to learn more!