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Contact: Tom Farrell, 605-745-1130
WIND CAVE NATIONAL PARK, S.D. – Wind Cave National Park staff invite you and your children to explore the natural world by taking part in the Adventures in Nature programs. These free, interactive programs are offered at the park visitor center every other Tuesday beginning January 15 through April 9.“While the program is geared for ages 4 to 10, all children are welcome to attend and take part,” said Park Superintendent Vidal Dávila. “This year’s theme is ‘Everything is Connected,’ and our staff is looking forward to helping the next generation of park stewards make connections with the natural world here at Wind Cave.”
Children will be grouped according to their age to explore hands-on activities with their peers. Topics vary each week but will always include activities, crafts, and a short hike or outdoor activity tied to the day’s concept. Registration starts at 9:45 a.m. with programs running from 10 a.m. to noon.
Parents are encouraged, but not required, to RSVP to ensure enough materials will be available for every child. The park can be reached at 605-745-1134 or at wica_interpretation@nps.gov. Calling ahead allows staff to alert participants in the event of bad weather or road conditions. In case of bad weather, the program many be canceled. Call the park at the above number or visit the park’s Facebook page for program status.
New this year will be an assortment of objects and other materials for younger children to explore with an adult while siblings take part in the main activities. Older children can also attend and participate directly or assist the younger children in their explorations and activities.
The first program will focus on habitats and feature many of the wildlife that make their home at the park. For a complete listing of this year’s programs visit www.nps.gov/wica/forkids and click on the Adventures in Nature link.
Last updated: December 20, 2018