Prairie Pup Adventures at Plains Conservation Center
Prairie Pup Adventures at the Plains Conservation Center offers a fun way for preschool aged children to learn about the animals, plants and people who call the prairie home. Each week we will investigate a topic using hands on science, art and nature explorations. For children ages 3-6 with their accompanying caregiver.
Time: 9-10a.m.
June 25, 2024: Birds
What makes birds different than other animals? Join us to learn all about birds on the prairie by looking at bird parts, dissecting owl pellets, taking a safari ride to look for birds, and making a bird themed craft.
July 9, 2024: Biscuits and Butter in the Homestead
Do you like to cook? Let's take a wagon ride to the 1800s sod village and cook on the wood burning stove! Measure, mix and churn to make fresh biscuits and butter as a morning snack.
July 23, 2024: Life on the Farm
Come visit our farm animals and learn how to take care of them by feeding and brushing the goats, sheep and cow. Then, we will venture into the garden to see what's growing and learn how to weed, plant and harvest produce.
August 13, 2024: Bugs
Join us to take a closer look at the little critters that call the prairie home. Learn about different types of "bugs" through games, crafts and using nets to catch and examine various insects and arachnids.*
*This class includes a snack-tivity containing dairy and gelatin. Please email pccinfo@botanicgardens.org with allergy concerns and we will make accomodations.
August 27, 2024: Protecting the Planet
We all love nature, but how can we protect it? From recycling to planting native plants, join us to explore things we can do to help save the planet, then finish with a nature safari to hunt for trash and invasive species.
September 10, 2024: 1800's Toys and Games
Let's play! Come see what children did before ipads and television. First, we'll go to the tipis to shoot bows and arrows and play other Cheyenne games. Then, we'll take a wagon ride to the sod village and explore the games and toys of the homesteaders.
September 24, 2024: Plants and Potions
Join us to experiment with different plant parts to create tea blends, perfume, infused sugar and even a fruity volcano. Leave with a new appreciation for the power of plants and some special potions to take home.
Audience: Recommended for children ages 3-6 years.
Program Fee: $8 per preschooler; one adult per child is admitted free of charge. Additional adults and non-participating siblings (children over the age of 6 years) are $5 each. Non-participating-Infants (children under the age of 18 months) are free.
Location: Plains Conservation Center, 21901 E Hampden Ave Aurora, CO 80013 (Entrance is at the corner of E Hampden Ave and S Picadilly Rd)