Missouri is home to 17 turtle species, and your preschooler can meet some of them and learn what makes them unique at this free nature workshop. They'll also make their own turtle craft to take home.
July 10 from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. at Rockwoods Reservation. Free, but reservations are required for children ages 3-6. Siblings are welcome.
More information and to register: mdconline.org
Splash and play with your little one in this fun morning activity. No registration is necessary.
See the Zoo's California sea lions perform acrobatic and athletic feats, including Olympic-style dives on a high-diving platform, flipper walks, frisbee tosses and plenty of surprises. While on stage with the sea lions, the Zoo's trainers explain sea lion behavior and positive-reinforcement training, in addition to the need for conserving the sea lion's ocean habitat.
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