Programs
Due to the popularity of these programs,
advance registration is necessary. Call FEC
at 412-422-6538 to register unless a mail-in registration form is required.
Seasonal Adult Programs
Woodland Wildflower Walk and Evening Campfire - An Urban EcoSteward Training
Celebrate the 40th anniversary of Earth Day by learning to identify our region's spring wildflowers. The walk will be followed by a campfire and marshmallow roast.
Thursday, April 22, 5:30-7:30 p.m.
No fee
(register at www.pittsburghparks.org/uestrainings  )
Native Seed Class - An Urban EcoSteward Training
Join Kathy McGregor of Sylvania Natives for this popular hands-on workshop on collecting and storing native seeds.
Saturday, October 9, 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
No fee
(register at www.pittsburghparks.org/uestrainings )
Backyard Compost Class
Saturday, October 16, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
$40 per person; $50 per couple
(register by calling PRC at 412-431-4449 x325)
Seasonal Children's Programs
Summer Day Camps encourage children to discover the wonders of nature. Programs include Kinder Nature Camp, Kids Nature Camp, Survival Camp, and Outdoor Expeditions.
Frick Nature School
a program for children ages 3-5
In a series of four classes, children experience the wonders of nature through stories, games, songs and hikes in Frick Park.
Four-week session
Thursdays, September 16, 23, 30 and October 7
10 a.m.-11:30 a.m.
$75/session ($65 for FEC family-level members)
Note: registration begins in August 2010 - for more information, call 412-422-6538
Family Programs and Events
5th Annual Earth Day Celebration
Saturday, April 17, 11:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
FREE
More Info
Night Explorers
Kids ages 10-14 and their parents learn about life in the woods at night as we hike on the trails during this night expedition.
Two opportunities:
Friday, September 17, 7:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.
Saturday, September 18, 7:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.
$10 ($9 for FEC family members)
(mail in registration is required – for more information, call 412-422-6538)
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