The Wildcat Hills preschool programs will meet once a month at 10am MT at the Wildcat Hills Nature Center. Certified staff will lead various programs that include a story, hands-on activities and themed lesson. Activities will focus hands-on learning and observations, specifically targeted for early learners’ ages 2-6 years.
A valid Nebraska Game and Park Entry Permit will be required for this FREE program. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Staff reserves the right to cancel or reschedule programs due to unforeseen circumstances.
Please contact the Nature Center at 308-436-3777 for more information or if you are in need of special accommodations for these programs.
September 9, 2025 – Birds of Nebraska
Tweet, tweet! Let’s flap our wings and learn about the birds that live in Nebraska. We’ll hear bird stories and make fun bird crafts!
October 14, 2025 – Bats of Nebraska
Bats are not spooky—they’re super cool! Come hang out with us as we learn how bats help nature and pretend to fly like them!
November 18, 2025 – Turkeys & Thankfulness
Gobble, gobble! Meet the wild turkey and join us for fun games and crafts all about being thankful and loving nature.
December 16, 2025 – Evergreens & Winter Wildlife
Let’s explore the trees that stay green in winter and the animals that play in the snow! We’ll read stories and have chilly fun!
January 20, 2026 – Animal Tracks & Snowy Survival
What made that footprint? Let’s be animal detectives and find out who’s been walking in the snow—and how they stay warm!
February 17, 2026 – Fossils of Nebraska
What animals use to live in Nebraska? Let’s dig into fossils and pretend to be paleontologists discovering ancient creatures.
March 17, 2026 – Signs of Spring & New Life
Spring is waking up! Let’s go on a nature hunt to find buds, bugs, and baby animals. New life is everywhere!
April 14, 2026– Pollinators, Flowers & Earth Day
Buzz like a bee and dance like a butterfly! Let’s learn how pollinators help flowers grow and celebrate our amazing Earth.
You may also like the following events from Wildcat Hills Nature Center and State Recreation Area:
- This Saturday, 23rd August, 08:00 pm, Night Sky Viewing at Wildcat Hills in Gering
- Next month, 18th September, 10:00 am, Wildcat Hills Homeschool Programs in Gering
- Next month, 27th September, 09:00 am, Birds, Bagels and Birdability in Gering
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