Sign up 'Little Saplings' for nature hikes and storytime
Registration is now open for the September session of "Little Saplings," a fun nature program series for children ages 3 to 5, presented by the Forest Preserve District of Kane County.
Little Saplings hour-long programs include a combination of stories, nature hikes, songs, games and crafts.
The program takes place at Creek Bend Nature Center in St. Charles. A parent or caregiver must accompany the child.
Upcoming dates for "Little Saplings" include:
• Thursday, Sept. 17, from 9:30-10:30 a.m. "Insect Safari"
• Thursday, Oct. 15, from 9:30-10:30 a.m. "Spider Mania"
• Thursday, Nov. 19, from 9:30-10:30 a.m. "Turkey Trot"
The fee is $5 per child, per session, and advance registration is required. To register, call 630-444-3190 or email programs@kaneforest.com.
Creek Bend Nature Center is located within LeRoy Oakes Forest Preserve at 37W700 Dean St., St. Charles.
Please bring a mask that covers your nose and mouth, if social distancing can't be maintained. Frequent hand sanitizing or handwashing is encouraged. Stay home if you are sick or experiencing any COVID-19 related symptoms. Thank you for keeping yourself and others safe.
To see a full roster of Forest Preserve District nature programs, visit www.kaneforest.com.
Follow the district on social media by searching @forestpreserve on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.