Apr 2024
2024 Earth Day Celebration at Prairie Woods ELC
Earth Day Celebration at Prairie Woods ELC Date: Saturday, April 20th, 2024 Time: 12-4pm at the Main Education Building Free to all Come CELEBRATE EARTH DAY a fun and educational experience for the whole family. No pre-registration necessary. Something for Everyone and All Ages! (see full schedule on the poster) *Classes on Macroinvertebrates, Prairies, Birds & Herbs *Indoor Climbing Wall *Hemker Zoo - Live Animal Show, "Zoo to You" *Vendors & Exhibits Food for purchase from Kandiland Food Truck &…
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Climbing Wall at PWELC
Climbing Wall at PWELC *Registration required for each session* Dates: 2024 Thursday, June 6 Thursday, July 11 Thursday, August 8 Time: 4:00pm-5:30pm Location: Indoor Climbing Wall at the Main Education Building Cost: $10 per climber for each class Ages: K-12th Grade Climbing offers a chance to challenge yourself both physically and mentally at your own pace. Rock Climbing is a true adventure sport. Beginners can learn, exercise and have fun! Experienced climbers can train and refine their skills. The Prairie…
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WHAT’S THAT????? Let’s check it out! For three mornings we will explore the natural world in which we live. We will use hands-on activities and games to better understand the forest, prairie, and the wetlands at Prairie Woods. Bring snacks and a water bottle. Date: Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday, June 15, 26, 27 Time: 8:30am-11:30am Location: Main Education Building Cost: $60 Ages: K-3rd Grade PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED – Call 320-354-5894 to Register
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Climbing Wall at PWELC
Climbing Wall at PWELC *Registration required for each session* Dates: 2024 Thursday, June 6 Thursday, July 11 Thursday, August 8 Time: 4:00pm-5:30pm Location: Indoor Climbing Wall at the Main Education Building Cost: $10 per climber for each class Ages: K-12th Grade Climbing offers a chance to challenge yourself both physically and mentally at your own pace. Rock Climbing is a true adventure sport. Beginners can learn, exercise and have fun! Experienced climbers can train and refine their skills. The Prairie…
Find out more »Outdoor Adventure Day at Prairie Woods ELC
Outdoor Adventure Day Get outside for this all day adventure! Enjoy some of Prairie Woods’ favorite activities by spending the day at the Outdoor Climbing Wall, swinging high on the Flying Squirrel, paddling the Lake Florida Slough, shooting Archery, Fat-Tire Biking the trails and if there’s still time, shelter building and fire starting at Survival Class. Bring a sack lunch, snacks, a water bottle, sun screen and bug spray. Dates: Tuesday, July 23 Thursday, August 15 Time: 9am-4pm Location: PWELC…
Find out more »PWELC Sampler
PWELC Sampler Come experience what Prairie Woods ELC has to offer. We will visit the Pioneer Cabin to see how people lived “back in the day”, Climb the wall, Track some animals, Dig in the pond, Collect insects and learn some Outdoor Survival Skills. Bring a sack lunch, snacks, and water bottle. Dates: Tuesday, July 23 Thursday, August 15 Time: 9:00am-4:00pm Location: PWELC Farmsite Cost: $35 Ages: 1st-4th Grade PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED – Call 320-354-5894 to Register
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Climbing Wall at PWELC
Climbing Wall at PWELC *Registration required for each session* Dates: 2024 Thursday, June 6 Thursday, July 11 Thursday, August 8 Time: 4:00pm-5:30pm Location: Indoor Climbing Wall at the Main Education Building Cost: $10 per climber for each class Ages: K-12th Grade Climbing offers a chance to challenge yourself both physically and mentally at your own pace. Rock Climbing is a true adventure sport. Beginners can learn, exercise and have fun! Experienced climbers can train and refine their skills. The Prairie…
Find out more »Outdoor Adventure Day at Prairie Woods ELC
Outdoor Adventure Day Get outside for this all day adventure! Enjoy some of Prairie Woods’ favorite activities by spending the day at the Outdoor Climbing Wall, swinging high on the Flying Squirrel, paddling the Lake Florida Slough, shooting Archery, Fat-Tire Biking the trails and if there’s still time, shelter building and fire starting at Survival Class. Bring a sack lunch, snacks, a water bottle, sun screen and bug spray. Dates: Tuesday, July 23 Thursday, August 15 Time: 9am-4pm Location: PWELC…
Find out more »PWELC Sampler
PWELC Sampler Come experience what Prairie Woods ELC has to offer. We will visit the Pioneer Cabin to see how people lived “back in the day”, Climb the wall, Track some animals, Dig in the pond, Collect insects and learn some Outdoor Survival Skills. Bring a sack lunch, snacks, and water bottle. Dates: Tuesday, July 23 Thursday, August 15 Time: 9:00am-4:00pm Location: PWELC Farmsite Cost: $35 Ages: 1st-4th Grade PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED – Call 320-354-5894 to Register
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Music Under the Prairie Stars 2024
Music Under the Prairie Stars Thursday, September 5, 2024 at 5:30pm at Prairie Woods Environmental Learning Center Please Note Date Change: This change was made to accommodate Prairie Pothole Day which be held at Prairie Woods ELC for the first time. After joining us Thursday night for our annual fundraiser, come out Saturday, September 7th to support the Prairie Pothole Conservation Association and the 41st Prairie Pothole Day! Music Under the Prairie Stars is an earth conscious benefit for Prairie…
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Prairie Pothole Day 2024
41st Annual Prairie Pothole Day Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024 9am-5pm Rain or Shine! ***NEW LOCATION: Prairie Woods Environmental Learning Center FREE Admission! Adults urged to purchase raffle tickets Prairie Pothole Day is a celebration of outdoor sports and can draw up to 4000 people. The proceeds from various raffles fund local conservation projects and programs. Attendees have the opportunity to participate in events ranging from shooting sports to Dock Dogs fun to educational seminars. Special Programs & Events: -Seminars -Exhibitors…
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