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Creature Feature at Great Plains Nature Center: Free Summer Activity

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Learn about different creatures with the Great Plains Nature Center. The naturalist-led programs will spotlight different animals. They usually last about 40 minutes and are appropriate for all ages! 

One of their Naturalists dives into one of their favorite native Kansas wildlife topics. You can find this program in the auditorium in the GPNC building! This interactive animal chat is every Monday during June and July, starting at 11 a.m. It is a free, all-ages event that does not require registration.

This theme explores how various animals depend on water and their adaptations for life near it.

6/2: Fish
6/9: Snakes
6/16: Amphibians
6/23: Mammals
6/30: Turtles

This series focuses on the sounds of nature at night—how and why different species create their calls and songs.

7/7: Owls
7/14: Frogs
7/21: Insects
7/28: Mammals

Date: Every Monday, June & July
Time: 11 a.m. to 11:40 a.m.
Location: Great Plains Nature Center, 6232 East 29th St N #2200, Wichita, KS
Cost: Creature Feature is a completely FREE program; no registration is required.


Great Plains Nature Center asks that an adult accompany children.

Great Plains Nature Center also has recurring FREE Events, such as Naturelly Crafty, Free Critter Tails Storytime, and Outdoor Play.

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