In the Outdoors (Free Nature Programs)
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Sat, Jun 12 – Sat, Aug 28, 2021 • 9:00am - 11:00am
2685 New Milford School Rd, Rockford, IL 61109
Rockford Park District's Atwood Center invites all ages to experience In the Outdoors presented by Rock River Disposal, a series of free in-person activities held select Saturdays through September 18, 2021, rain or shine.
June 12, 2021, 9-11 am: Outdoor DIY: Bow Drill Edition -Learn about primitive items, and try to make a fire-starting bow drill, to gain some perspective on what life used to be like for those that hiked this land in the past.
July 17, 2021, 9-11 am: Kishwaukee Critters - Catch crayfish, bluegill, and invertebrates, for up-close, hands-on observation with Atwood’s skilled staff. Learn about creatures that live in the Kishwaukee River, and run a few scientific tests to check the river’s health.
August 28, 2021, 9-11 am: Camping 101: Creating an Outdoor Oasis - Learn ways to enjoy life outside by setting up a tent, starting a fire, and packing for a hike, along with some basic first aid.
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Free Admission
Bring the entire family for a few hours of fun experiencing and learning about nature and aspects of the park through the variety of two-hour outdoor programs.
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