This time of year, there are lots of new critters and plants emerging from – and busy underneath – the spring soil. Visit the Aldo Leopold Nature Center during our public hours in May to enjoy our grounds, drop-in self-guided activities, and exhibits, theaters and displays focused on What’s Growing at ALNC. This month, learn about plants and flowers […]
Holding animals builds connections and memories!![]()
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Recently, Nature Preschoolers got to hold baby chicks and a bearded dragon. The baby chicks were given to us by a preschool family who will ultimately take them home when they are bigger. As for the bearded dragon, this is Gizmo, the well-known family pet of one of our Environmental Educators. ![]()
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These visitors, fuzzy or scaly, always make a big impression on the curious children. Interacting with animals offers great learning opportunities, while fostering empathy, compassion, and emotional connectedness. ![]()
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Do you have a favorite childhood memory interacting with animals? ![]()
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Photos: Aldo Leopold Nature Center![]()
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