Explore and learn about local ecosystems and wildlife through weekly family-focused programs with the Lead Naturalist. Explore and play nature-themed games on topics such as: animal signs, reptiles and amphibians, decomposers, wetland critters, and more. Suitable for families with children ages 8 and up.
Come create a fun piece of nature art in or around the Paradise Point Nature Center. Creativity is encouraged as we use arts and crafts to explore themes and concepts in nature. Suitable for all ages but geared towards 3–7-year-olds. Pre-registration is not required for this program.
Choose from a canoe, kayak, or paddleboard as we travel along the route of the Newfound Lake Water Trail. With a Naturalist, we will visit as many stops as time allows while learning more about the geology and ecology of Newfound Lake. Children encouraged with adult supervision. RSVP below - payment for boat rentals will […]
Explore one of our sanctuaries with a naturalist through fun and engaging activities! Parents and guardians are encouraged to stay for programs but are not required to participate. Intended for ages 10-17.
Open new realms each week as our Lead Naturalist helps participants of all ages focus their senses on different fascinating elements of their surroundings such as: birds, trees, ferns, wildflowers, and more. Limited pairs of binoculars are available for use. Participants are encouraged to bring their own binoculars and/or field guides for further exploration.
Come join our Lead Naturalist on a journey to explore the native flora and fauna of the region. We’ll go on a guided hike along the shore of Newfound Lake and learn about its history and beautiful ecosystem. Afterwards, we’ll play some fun nature-themed games about our local wildlife! Intended for families with children ages […]
Choose from a canoe, kayak, or paddleboard as we travel along the route of the Newfound Lake Water Trail with a Naturalist. We will visit as many stops as time allows while learning more about the geology and ecology of Newfound Lake. Children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by a parent or […]
Explore our trail system with the Lead Naturalist and learn about animal tracking! Understand how to identify tracks based on shape and patterns, while getting some fun facts about animal behavior. Parents and guardians are encouraged to stay for programs but are not required to participate. Intended for ages 10-17.
Go on an adventure with our Lead Naturalist to explore the world of birds. Learn to identify the local warblers, thrushes, sparrows, and many others by their songs and calls! You’ll also be provided with a pair of binoculars and some tricks to remember common bird calls. Intended for teens and adults, but children may […]
Explore and learn about local ecosystems and wildlife through weekly family-focused programs with the Lead Naturalist. Explore and play nature-themed games on topics such as: animal signs, reptiles and amphibians, decomposers, wetland critters, and more. Suitable for families with children ages 8 and up.
Take an adventure with our Lead Naturalist in search of unique and interesting leaves. You’ll learn about printing and pressing leaves to preserve their beauty! Suitable for all ages but geared towards 3–7-year-olds. Pre-registration is not required for this program.
Have you ever wondered how nature gets cleaned up? Take a tour around Newfound lake to discover the natural process of decomposers like mushrooms, lichen, bugs, and scavengers! Join us in playing some fun games about the clean-up crew! Parents and guardians are encouraged to stay for programs but are not required to participate. Intended […]
Explore and learn about local ecosystems and wildlife through weekly family-focused programs with the Lead Naturalist. Explore and play nature-themed games on topics such as: animal signs, reptiles and amphibians, decomposers, wetland critters, and more. Suitable for families with children ages 8 and up.
Choose from a canoe, kayak, or paddleboard as we travel along the route of the Newfound Lake Water Trail with a Naturalist. We will visit as many stops as time allows while learning more about the geology and ecology of Newfound Lake. Children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by a parent or […]
Open new realms each week as our Lead Naturalist helps participants of all ages focus their senses on different fascinating elements of their surroundings such as: birds, trees, ferns, wildflowers, and more. Limited pairs of binoculars are available for use. Participants are encouraged to bring their own binoculars and/or field guides for further exploration.
Explore and learn about local ecosystems and wildlife through weekly family-focused programs with the Lead Naturalist. Explore and play nature-themed games on topics such as: animal signs, reptiles and amphibians, decomposers, wetland critters, and more. Suitable for families with children ages 8 and up.
Come create a fun piece of nature art in or around the Paradise Point Nature Center. Creativity is encouraged as we use arts and crafts to explore themes and concepts in nature. Suitable for all ages but geared towards 3–7-year-olds. Pre-registration is not required for this program.
Choose from a canoe, kayak, or paddleboard as we travel along the route of the Newfound Lake Water Trail with a Naturalist. We will visit as many stops as time allows while learning more about the geology and ecology of Newfound Lake. Children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by a parent or […]
Explore one of our sanctuaries with a naturalist through fun and engaging activities! Parents and guardians are encouraged to stay for programs but are not required to participate. Intended for ages 10-17.
Open new realms each week as our Lead Naturalist helps participants of all ages focus their senses on different fascinating elements of their surroundings such as: birds, trees, ferns, wildflowers, and more. Limited pairs of binoculars are available for use. Participants are encouraged to bring their own binoculars and/or field guides for further exploration.
Explore and learn about local ecosystems and wildlife through weekly family-focused programs with the Lead Naturalist. Explore and play nature-themed games on topics such as: animal signs, reptiles and amphibians, decomposers, wetland critters, and more. Suitable for families with children ages 8 and up.
Come create a fun piece of nature art in or around the Paradise Point Nature Center. Creativity is encouraged as we use arts and crafts to explore themes and concepts in nature. Suitable for all ages but geared towards 3–7-year-olds. Pre-registration is not required for this program.
Choose from a canoe, kayak, or paddleboard as we travel along the route of the Newfound Lake Water Trail with a Naturalist. We will visit as many stops as time allows while learning more about the geology and ecology of Newfound Lake. Children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by a parent or […]
Open new realms each week as our Lead Naturalist helps participants of all ages focus their senses on different fascinating elements of their surroundings such as: birds, trees, ferns, wildflowers, and more. Limited pairs of binoculars are available for use. Participants are encouraged to bring their own binoculars and/or field guides for further exploration.