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Adventures In Nature Programs Coming To Wind Cave National Park

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December 29, 2016

Park guides Jen Kolm and Lindsey Gottwig (left to right) prepare for this winter’s Adventures in Nature program at Wind Cave National Park/NPS

You can help your children learn about nature and develop skills to explore the natural world by attending Wind Cave National Park’s Adventures in Nature programs. These programs are offered at the park located in western South Dakota every other Tuesday beginning January 10 through April 4.

“This is a free program for children ages 3 to 12 to experience nature and play in an active learning environment,” said park Superintendent Vidal Dávila. “All the programs will revolve around the theme of ‘Life in Motion.' Sessions will teach what it takes to run with the bison, fly with the birds, and flow with the water.”

Children will be grouped according to their age, allowing opportunities to explore hands-on activities with their peers. Topics vary each week and will always include activities, crafts, and a hike exploring the day’s concept. Registration begins at 9:45 a.m., with programs running from 10 a.m. to noon. Parents are encouraged to provide their children with a snack before the program.

To ensure enough materials for every child, parents are asked to call the park at 605-745-1134 or e-mail [email protected] to let rangers know they are coming. It is not a requirement, but it helps the park plan if they know ahead of time the number and ages of children. Calling ahead of time also helps to alert participants in the event of bad weather or road conditions.

Older children can also take part in activities or assist the younger children in their explorations and activities. In case of bad weather, the program may be canceled. Either call the park or visit Wind Cave's Facebook page for program status.

The first program is “People on the Move.” People have visited Wind Cave and the surrounding area for a long time. Learn what skills people used to get around - and through - Wind Cave over the years. For a complete listing of this year’s programs, visit www.nps.gov/wica/forkids and click on the Adventures in Nature link.

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