Homeschoolers: Fall Foliage Walk and Identification
Thursday, October 12, 2023 01:00 PM - 03:00 PM
As autumn is ushered in,
Minnewaska's green landscape becomes peppered with flecks of red, yellow, and
orange. Excellent views of the surrounding valleys are matched by equally
amazing educational opportunities. We will start this lesson in the Nature
Center, where each student will use a leaf press booklet to create their own
identification guide. This tool will be used as we embark on a two to three
mile hike along one of the Park Preserve's many carriage roads. We will make
friends with trees, getting to know them by touch, smell, and sight. We'll also
hear their story about how they grew from seed to adult, before giving them a
big hug. We will also play some leaf matching games to try out our
identification skills! This
program is recommended for homeschooled children aged seven to twelve years
old, accompanied by a parent or guardian over the age of 18. Well-behaved
younger siblings are always welcome. Pre-registration is required
by calling Minnewaska at 845-255-0752.
Registration: Required
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