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Young Naturalist Academy (Virtual) – Late Winter 2021

Monday, February 1, 2021

For a virtual STEM experience, journey with Sheldrake through our Young Naturalist Academy, weekly nature adventures that will capture children’s imagination and stimulate their curiosity about the natural world.

Together, we’ll learn about animal habitats, the impact of seasonal changes, and other fascinating facets of nature. This will be done via virtual visits to Sheldrake, hands-on projects, games, and lots of interactivity. (Photo by Jim Sutherland)

Participate from anywhere–invite a friend or relative!

Dates: Mondays, February 1-March 15 (no class 2/15) (6 sessions)

Times: 12:30-1:30 pm

Ages: 6-9

Cost: Members: $130; nonmembers: $150

Space is limited. Register below to secure your spot.

Wish this program were offered at a different time? For different ages? A different format? Tell us! Send requests, comments, questions to scheduling@sheldrakecenter.org.

Young Naturalist Academy (Virtual) - Late Winter 2021

    Members can save on registration fees throughout the year. To take advantage of this and other member benefits, join Sheldrake here: http://www.sheldrakecenter.org/join-and-give/
  • Price: $130.00
  • Price: $150.00
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Nature Bugs Early Winter

Friday, December 18, 2020

Explore Sheldrake’s 60 acres while searching for signs of wintering plants and animals. Each week, we’ll embark on a new adventure, complemented by stories crafts, games, and other nature-themed activities. Class is held entirely outdoors, with nature as our classroom.

Dates: Fridays – December 18-January 29 (no class 12/25 or 1/1) (5 sessions)

Time: 1:00-2:00 pm

For ages: 3-5 (this is a drop-off program)

Fee: $110 for members, $125 for non-members

COVID-19 Precautions: All participants are required to wear masks, complete daily health screeners, have their temperature taken daily, and sign a waiver at the outset of the program. Classes are conducted entirely outdoors, including in mildly inclement weather (any canceled classes will be made up in February). Group size is limited.

Nature Bugs - Dec20-Jan21

    Tuition for this program is $110 for members (Family level+) and $125 for non-members. If you'd like to become a member before signing up for class, please go to the JOIN page before completing class form.
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  • Disclaimer

    By registering for this program, I acknowledge the contagious nature of COVID-19 and voluntarily assume the risk that my family/caregivers may be exposed to or infected by COVID-19 by attending Sheldrake Environmental Center Pods, Classes or other programming and that such exposure or infection may result in personal injury, illness, permanent disability, and death. I understand that the risk of becoming exposed to or infected by COVID-19 at Sheldrake teaching sites or other sites where Sheldrake educators are providing programming may result from the actions, omissions, or negligence of myself and others, including, but not limited to, Sheldrake employees, volunteers, and program participants and their families. I voluntarily agree to assume all of the foregoing risks and accept sole responsibility for any injury to my family/caregivers (including, but not limited to, personal injury, disability, death, illness, damage, loss, claim, liability, or expense, of any kind), that my family/caregivers may experience or incur in connection with their attendance at Sheldrake Environmental Center or participation in Sheldrake Environmental Center programming (“Claims”). On my behalf, and on behalf of my family/caregivers, I hereby release, covenant not to sue, discharge, and hold harmless Sheldrake Environmental Center, its employees, agents, and representatives, of and from the Claims, including all liabilities, claims, actions, damages, costs or expenses of any kind arising out of or relating thereto. I understand and agree that this release includes any Claims based on the actions, omissions, or negligence of Sheldrake Environmental Center, its employees, agents, and representatives, whether a COVID-19 infection occurs before, during, or after participation in any Sheldrake Environmental Center program.
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Nature Detectives Early Winter

Wednesday, December 2, 2020

Embrace the arrival of winter with weekly adventures at Sheldrake. School-aged children can enjoy being nature detectives as they search for life under logs and observe the impact of changing temperatures on the natural world. Our all-outdoor nature program gives school-aged children the opportunity for STEM enrichment, connection with nature, and the company of other young enthusiasts.

Our Nature Detectives:

  • get first-hand experience with science and nature
  • learn about birds, insects, seeds, trees, and other natural wonders
  • enjoy the outdoors as they explore the trails of a 60-acre conservancy
  • have fun with nature games and other activities

Dates: Wednesdays – December 2-January 27 (7 sessions; no class December 23 or 30)

Time: 3:30-4:30 pm

For ages: 6-9 (drop-off program)

Fee: $175 for members, $200 for non-members

COVID-19 Precautions: All participants are required to wear masks, complete daily health screeners, have their temperature taken daily, and sign a waiver at the outset of the program. Classes are conducted entirely outdoors, including in mildly inclement weather (any canceled classes will be made up in February). Attendance is limited.

Space is limited; please register below to secure your spot.

The class is full. Please explore our other programs or email scheduling@sheldrakecenter.org to be added to the wait list.

Tagged: Bronx, children, Eastchester, Harrison, kids, Larchmont, Mamaroneck, nature, New Rochelle, NY, outdoors, Pelham, Port Chester, Riverdale, Rye, Scarsdale, STEAM, STEM, Westchester, White Plains

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