Junior Naturalist Day

Schedule

Sat Apr 18 2026 at 10:00 am to 02:00 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

Ox Bow Park | Elkhart, IN

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Join a naturalist for our spin on National Junior Ranger Day and explore the wonders of the natural world! During this hands-on program, students will discover fascinating facts about birds, reptiles, and amphibians. Participants will head out on a guided nature walk to observe the local flora and fauna up close. After a fun and educational morning outdoors, lunch will be provided. Come ready to learn, explore, and enjoy a day in nature!
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• 𝗖𝗢𝗦𝗧: $5/student (Limit 10)
• 𝗔𝗚𝗘: 8-10
• 𝗥𝗘𝗚𝗜𝗦𝗧𝗘𝗥 𝗕𝗬: Apr 10
• 𝗥𝗘𝗚𝗜𝗦𝗧𝗘𝗥 𝗔𝗧: https://elkhartcountyparks.recdesk.com/Community/Program/Detail?programId=1911
• 𝗠𝗘𝗘𝗧 𝗔𝗧: Ox Bow Haus Shelter in Ox Bow County Park
• 𝗗𝗜𝗥𝗘𝗖𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗦: https://maps.app.goo.gl/bchbiVqs9XrqPXmg8
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Ox Bow Park, Observation Tiwer, Elkhart, IN 46516, United States

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