Babes in the Woods at Rockwoods Reservation: Maple Sugaring

Wednesday, February 20, 2019

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It's never to early to learn about the world around us. Infants and toddlers learn about nature at this indoor-outdoor program sponsored by the Missouri Department of Conservation. This program explores maple sugaring.

10 a.m. to 11 a.m. For ages 0-3 with a parent or caregiver. Free. At Rockwoods Reservation. Reservations are required.

More information and registration: mdc.mo.gov

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Locations: St. Louis County, West County

Ages: Babies and Toddlers, Parent with Child, Preschool

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