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Explore plants and learn how they fit into cultures and myths around the world. Kids activities too. 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. daily, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Wednesday; closed holidays (open Jan. 1).
Kids learn how nature affects the winter season and explore wintertime foliage by making a sachet. Ages 6-10. Registration required.
Go on a night hike to prowl for owls. Enjoy a bonfire with s'mores afterwards. Meet at Maybury State Park trailhead building. Registration required.
Little scientists gather for an afternoon of science fun – this month, it's exploring the world of computer coding.
Stroll the nature center and learn local myths and legends about the winter solstice. After, make a keepsake to take home.
Pint-sized paleontologists get a whole day focused on dinosaurs, including a fossil dig and paleontology chats.
Uh-oh – the pumpkin pie is missing! Join the CSI team and use forensics to save the holidays. Times are as follows: Friday-Saturday: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday: noon-4 p.m.
Kids ages 2-5 explore leaves changing colors and snowstorms with stories, science-themed activities and play time.
Francie Krawcke of the Michigan Avian Experience will bring a bald eagle, along with other raptors, to reveal their remarkable survival adaptations and behaviors.  In addition to seeing these magnificent birds, you will have the opportunity to feel feathers and explore bird skulls, feet, and bones. Advance registration required.
Lace up your hiking boots and take an outdoor stroll to track a wild turkey. Ages 8-plus. Registration required.
Owls take center stage at this celebration. Dissect an owl pellet, play owl-themed games, learn all you can about these birds of prey and go on an owl prowl or two, too. Registration required.
Take a nighttime hike through the nature trails to see what kind of critters happened after the sun goes down. Registration required.