What is Taxonomy?
Monday, December 29th | 10:00 am - 11:30 am
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Are dinosaurs truly lizards or birds? Are we related to dogs? Come and learn about how scientists’ group different living things and what happens when those change. Students will get to meet two real-life animals as well as go on a nature walk. Please be sure to dress appropriately for the nature walk. Space is limited.
For Ages 8-12 (drop-off) | $30 per child
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I Want To Be A Vet
Monday, December 29th | 10:30 am - 11:30 am
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Do you love animals? Aspiring veterinarians will enjoy learning about the many aspects of veterinary care. Veterinarians provide different medical care for different types of animals depending on their patients-zoo animals, farm animals or pets! Children will learn about the special needs of a variety of APEC’s Animal Ambassadors and observe them up close. Space is limited.
For Ages 5-7 (drop-off) | $22 per child
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Winter Wildlife: Seasonal Changes
Monday, December 29th | 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
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Winter is here but where are the animals? Come and find out how animals, bugs, and plants all adapt to the changing season. You will get to meet a furry friend and go on an outdoor nature walk. Please be sure to dress appropriately for the nature walk. Space is limited.
For Ages 5-7 (drop-off) | $30 per child
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Animal Tales: When It Starts to Snow
Tuesday, December 30th | 9:30 am - 10:30 am
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What do animals do in winter? We will share the book When It Starts to Snow by Phillis Gershator to find out. Children will learn about migrating animals, hibernators, and some local critters which stay active throughout the chilly winter months. Live animal guests and a nature walk, looking for critter clues in the park will be part of this seasonal class. Be sure to dress for the weather! Spots are limited. One parent per child. No siblings except babies in carriers or car seats.
For Ages 2-3, with one adult | $10 per child/parent pair *HOLIDAY SPECIAL*
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Exploring Taxonomy: Are There Still New Animals
Tuesday, December 30th | 10:00 am - 11:30 am
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Have you ever wondered if there are still animals that haven’t been discovered? In this class we will talk about how scientists discover new animals and speculate about animals that have not been discovered yet. We will also talk about domestication and other evolutionary processes that keep animals always changing. Space is limited.
For Ages 8-12, drop-off | $30 per child
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Hibernation Station
Tuesday, December 30th | 11:00 am - 12:15 pm
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Curious about who is sleeping through the winter? Learn about hibernating animals, enjoy a nature walk on our trails looking for critter burrows, and meet live animals whose wild relatives are tucked in their winter beds. Spots are limited. One parent per child. No siblings except babies in carriers or car seats.
For Ages 4-5, with one adult | $10 per child/parent pair *HOLIDAY SPECIAL*
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Vet Tech 101 - Rabbits
Tuesday, December 30th | 12:30 pm - 2:30 pm
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Are you interested in exploring the anatomy of rabbits, their behavior, diet, and needs that a vet technician would know about? Students will meet and care for a variety of our bunnies and discover differences between wild and domesticated rabbits as well. It is also an opportunity to get crafty and DIY some simple toys for them to play with. Space is limited.
For Ages 9-12 (drop-off) | $34 per child
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Winter Wildlife: Bugs in Winter
Tuesday, December 30th | 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
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What happens to bugs in the winter? Why do they leave and where do they hide? We’ll answer all these questions as we learn about what happens to bugs during the winter. Be prepared to meet several real-life insects and go on a nature walk. Please be sure to dress appropriately for the nature walk. Space is limited.
For Ages 5-7 (drop-off) | $30 per child
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Beautiful Birds
Tuesday, February 17th | 12:30 pm - 3:30 pm
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There are over 11,000 living species of birds. Come and learn what characteristics they share and what sets them apart from other vertebrates. In this fun class, we’ll learn about birds, create some bird-based artwork, and go on a nature walk. Students will also get to meet one of APEC’s ambassador doves. Students should bring a NUT FREE snack to enjoy during class. Spots are limited.
For Ages 6-8 (drop-off) | $45 per child
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Drawing Animals from Observation
Tuesday, February 17th | 12:30 pm - 3:30 pm
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In this class students will get to meet and draw several APEC ambassador animals. We will do drawing exercises and play a game to get warmed up before diving into animal anatomy This class is open to artists of all skill levels. Students should bring a NUT FREE snack to enjoy during class. Spots are limited.
For Ages 9-13 (drop-off) | $50 per child
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Interesting Invertebrates
Wednesday, February 18th | 12:30 pm - 3:30 pm
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Scientists estimate that 95-97% of animal species are invertebrates. In this class students will learn about their adaptations and how evolution has shaped them. Students should be prepared to go on a nature walk and meet several different invertebrates. Students should bring a NUT FREE snack to enjoy during class. Spots are limited.
For Ages 6-8 (drop-off) | $45 per child
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Winter STEAM
Wednesday, February 18th | 12:30 pm - 3:30 pm
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Calling all young scientists!! This will be a day spent talking about different sciences, brainstorming experiments and completing a hands-on experiment. Students will also get to meet several APEC ambassador animals and go on a nature walk. Students should bring a NUT FREE snack to enjoy during class. Spots are limited.
For Ages 9-13 (drop-off) | $45 per child
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What is a Desert?
Thursday, February 19th | 10:30 am - 12:00 pm
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Come and learn what it takes to live in a harsh ecosystem like the desert. We will talk about what animals live there, what plants you would find there and how they all adapted to that ecosystem. Children will also get to meet some APEC ambassador animals that are adapted to the desert and go on a nature walk. Spots are limited.
For Ages 5-7 (drop-off) | $30 per child
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What is an Ocean?
Friday, March 20th | 10:30 am - 12:00 pm
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Approximately 97.5% of Earth’s water is salt water. We will also go on a walk to our salt marsh to observe the salt water firsthand and look for some ocean animals. We will also observe APEC’s saltwater tank and a variety of shells. Please be sure to dress appropriately for the nature walk. Spots are limited.
For Ages 5-7 (drop-off) | $30 per child
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The environmental center is located in Alley Pond Park, surrounded by lush nature trails where visitors can enjoy NYC's natural landscapes. Guests are welcome to attend one of APEC's many nature oriented programs for all ages and visit the center's animal ambassadors. Please explore our website to learn more and register for programs.
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Douglaston, NY 11362 |
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