Powder Valley is a wonderful place to watch the deer, squirrels and birds. But what about the creatures that live underground?
This nature program, for ages 6-10, begins in the classroom with instruction and observations. Then, the group will go out to the forest to "dig in" and see what they can find.
10 a.m. to noon at Powder Valley Conservation Nature Center. Free.
More information and reservations: mdc.mo.gov
In this outdoor archery workshop, kids and teens will learn why archery teaches discipline, concentration and resilience and take part in an archery skills challenge in Forest Park.
We see rabbits on a regular basis in Missouri, but how much do we really know about them? Kids ages 10 and up can learn about the lifecycle and habits of rabbits at this free nature workshop.
10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
At the August A. Busch Memorial Conservation Area.
More information and reservation: mdc.mo.gov
The cold winds of winter have almost blown over, but how do we know when Spring has arrived? Kids ages 3-7 can learn about the signs of spring in song, art and stories.
After learning the signs, they'll take a short hike to see if they can spot them.
10 a.m. to 11 a.m. At Columbia Botton Conservation Area. Free.
More information and reservations: mdc.mo.gov
Birds are starting to make their way back from their winter homes, so it's time to celebrate birds by learning about their special traits. Kids can learn what makes a bird a bird, make some binoculars and go outside to spot birds in the wild.
For ages 3 to 6.
10 to 11 a.m. at Rockwoods Reservation in Wildwood. More information: mdc.mo.gov
Come over to the dark side and meet the amazing birds that exist by moonlight. Owl Prowls are an opportunity for families to learn about owls from the naturalists at the World Bird Sanctuary.
Kids can work on existing gym skills, learn new skills or just play around during Open Gym at Miss Kelly's Gym in Creve Coeur.
Kids Art Night Out at Yucandu Art Studio features a new creative project each month, ranging from mosaics, to collage, printmaking, glitter, clay and more.
Storytelling in the Museum is an in-person storytelling event happening at 10:30 a.m. at the Missouri History Museum. This event, perfect for the preschool set, features engaging stories with themes like Juneteenth, Sweet Treats, Summer and more. Storytelling in the Museum is free.
Join in on First Art, a free art program for toddlers where the focus is on the process of making art rather than the finished product. Dress to get messy!