APEC'S 2025 Summer Programs
*The event has already taken place on this date: Fri, 08/15/2025
Please help us keep this calendar up to date! If this activity is sold out, canceled, or otherwise needs alteration, email mindy@kidsoutandabout.com so we can update it immediately. If you have a question about the activity itself, please contact the organization administrator listed below.
Summer Science Squad - Ages 6 to 8 years old
Alley Pond Pioneers - Ages 9 to 11 years old
Eco Investigators - Ages 12 to 14 years old (3 weeks only)
Summer Science Squad
For Kids Ages 6-8
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Ambitious scientists ages 6-8 will love exploring nature and science at APEC! Each weekly program will focus on a different topic and have live animal guests, hands-on activities, and outdoor time.
Children should dress for a daily nature walk and bring a labeled REUSABLE water bottle and nut-free snack. Participants should have sunscreen and bug repellant applied prior to entering the Center. Space is limited. Ages 6-8 (drop-off) Registration Opens Monday, 3/31/2025 |
Week 1: Classy Animals
July 7th - 11th Scientists classify creatures into groups based on similar characteristics. Find out what makes mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, and fish so special. We will learn about a different vertebrate group each day! CANCELED - Week 2: Built for Survival Week 3: Avian Adventures Week 4: Budding Botanists Week 5: Biomes of the World Week 6: Interesting Invertebrates |
- If cancelling one month in advance, $25 registration fee will be charged, and then remaining balance will be refunded.
- If canceling less than one month, no refund, no credit.
Alley Pond Pioneers
For Kids Ages 9-11
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Budding scientists ages 9-11 will love exploring nature and science at APEC! Each weekly program will focus on a different topic and have live animal guests, hands-on activities, and outdoor time.
Children should dress for a daily nature walk and bring a labeled REUSABLE water bottle and nut-free snack. Participants should have sunscreen and bug repellant applied prior to entering the Center. Space is limited. Ages 9-11 (drop-off) Registration Opens Monday, 3/31/2025 |
Week 1: Sustainable Gardening
July 7th - 11th Throughout this exciting week, students will learn all about plants and gardening. They will help take care of the APEC greenhouse and compost, learn about invasive weeds, and harvest greens to feed our animals. Students will get to plant a variety of seeds to take home. All levels of garden experience are welcome, be prepared to get your hands dirty. Week 2: What is a Scientist? Week 3: Animal Science Week 4: Ecosystems and Ethnobotany Week 5: Ologies Week 6: Interesting Invertebrates |
- If cancelling one month in advance, $25 registration fee will be charged, and then remaining balance will be refunded.
- If canceling less than one month, no refund, no credit.
Eco Investigators
For Kids Ages 12-14
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Aspiring scientists ages 12-14 will love exploring nature and science at APEC! Each weekly program will focus on a different topic and have live animal guests, hands-on activities, and outdoor time.
Students should dress for a daily nature walk and bring a labeled REUSABLE water bottle. Participants should have sunscreen and bug repellant applied prior to entering the Center. Space is limited. Ages 12-14 (drop-off) Registration Opens Monday, 3/31/2025 |
Week 1: Animal Classification
July 21st - 25th Calling all animal lovers! Join us for a week all about animal classification and care. In this class, students will learn what differentiates our vertebrate and invertebrate groups. We will go over animal handling for some of our Animal Ambassadors. We will also learn what type of care goes into taking care of all our animals and get to help provide them with enrichment. Week 2: Gardening July 28th - August 1st Do you already have a garden at home? Have you ever tried to take care of a plant? Gardeners of all experience levels are welcome to come to get their hands dirty in this class. We will take care of the APEC greenhouse and compost, learn how to ID various native and invasive plants on the property, and harvest greens to feed the animals. Students will get to plant a variety of seeds to take home. Week 3: Conservation |
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