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Annie Louise Wilkerson Nature Preserve's Eager Explorers

Date: Thursday, Aug 27

Time: 10:30 am - 12:00 pm

Venue: 5229 Awls Haven Drive, Raleigh

Price: $4

Category: Family

Join us as we explore nature in the preserve! There will be stories, crafts, and nature walks on various themes. These programs are designed for an adult to attend with their preschooler. There is no charge for the adults. Note: Most programs will include an activity along a nature trail that is not stroller accessible. Pre-registration is required. For children ages 3-7 Weekly Theme: May 5 Baby Animals May 14 Snakesss May 21 Noises in Nature June 4 Flying Dragons June 9 Critters in the Grass June 16 Fairies and Trolls (1:30PM - 3PM) July 1 Hello Hummingbirds (10:30AM and 1:30PM) July 15 Around the Pond (10:30AM and 1:30PM) August 5 Life of a Seed (10:30AM and 1:30PM) August 12 Mini Dino Dig (10:30AM and 1:30PM) August 19 Busy Bugs (10:30AM and 1:30PM) August 27 Little Nature Artists

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Annie Louise Wilkerson Nature Preserve's Eager Explorers

“Bring a stroller that can handle dirt trails, or opt for a baby carrier.”

When
This Thursday
Thursday, Aug 27
10:30 am - 12:00 pm
Where
5229 Awls Haven Drive
Raleigh, NC
Ages
All ages
Price
$4
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Annie Louise Wilkerson Nature Preserve's Eager Explorers
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Annie Louise Wilkerson Nature Preserve's Eager Explorers runs Thursday, Aug 27, 10:30 am - 12:00 pm.

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5229 Awls Haven Drive is at 5229 Awls Haven Drive, Raleigh, Raleigh, NC. Open in Google Maps.

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