Offered every Friday of the month | 10 AM

These story times are designed primarily for young children and will introduce a different nature-themed book each week. During most of the story times, a puppet, live animal or enrichment items will be included to enhance the experience.

Offered every Friday of the month | 10 AM

These story times are designed primarily for young children and will introduce a different nature-themed book each week. During most of the story times, a puppet, live animal or enrichment items will be included to enhance the experience.

What creatures take to the skies, scuttle under leaves, or bask on sun-warmed logs? In our Wings & Things Spring Break Camp, campers will discover the incredible adaptations of bugs, birds, and reptiles. Through hands-on activities and animal encounters, they’ll uncover how wings, scales, and extraordinary behaviors help wildlife thrive in the warming days of spring.

What creatures take to the skies, scuttle under leaves, or bask on sun-warmed logs? In our Wings and Things Summer Camp, campers will discover the incredible adaptations of bugs, birds, and reptiles. Through hands-on activities and animal encounters, they’ll uncover how wings, scales, and extraordinary behaviors help wildlife thrive in the warming days of spring.

What creatures take to the skies, scuttle under leaves, or bask on sun-warmed logs? In our Wings & Things Spring Break Camp, campers will discover the incredible adaptations of bugs, birds, and reptiles. Through hands-on activities and animal encounters, they’ll uncover how wings, scales, and extraordinary behaviors help wildlife thrive in the warming days of spring.

• Date/Time: March 16-20, 9am – 2:30pm
• Ages (use age as of Sept. 1, 2025):
  • 3-5 year-olds
  • 6-8 year-olds
  • 9-11 year-olds
• Tuition: $225 for Members; $250 for Non-members

Extended Hours Available

Need a little more flexibility in your day? Our Spring Break Extended Care program at the Heard provides a relaxed cool-down after camp. Campers can unwind with quiet games, reading time, and fun activities in Laughlin Hall.

*Please note that the Extended Care program is available only for those registered for the Wings and Things Camp, and is for the whole week*

• Time: 2:30pm – 5:30pm
• Cost: $85 for Members (for the week); $100 for Non-members

Register for Extended Care

Friday the 13th meets Valentine’s Day meets night hike! Join us for an adults-only themed night hike and learn about the most bizarre and unfortunate animal mating behaviors! We will begin with a presentation about the strangest mating rituals in the animal kingdom, and the mating behaviors of our native wildlife. Then we will go out on our trails for an exploration hike to see if we can spot any wildlife.

Cost: 

Members: $12

Non-members: $14

Please note that this night hike is only for ages 18+

Join us for an evening night hike on our trails and learn about fireflies! We will begin with a presentation all about fireflies and our native crepuscular wildlife. Then we will go out on our trails for a sunset exploration hike to see if we can spot any fireflies or crepuscular animals.

Cost: 

Members: $12

Non-members: $14

Age 3 years through adult

Join us for an evening night hike on our trails and learn about fireflies! We will begin with a presentation all about fireflies and our native crepuscular wildlife. Then we will go out on our trails for a sunset exploration hike to see if we can spot any fireflies or crepuscular animals.

Cost: 

Members: $12

Non-members: $14

Age 3 years through adult

Join us for an evening night hike on our trails and learn about fireflies! We will begin with a presentation all about fireflies and our native crepuscular wildlife. Then we will go out on our trails for a sunset exploration hike to see if we can spot any fireflies or crepuscular animals.

Cost: 

Members: $12

Non-members: $14

Age 3 years through adult

Join us for an evening night hike on our trails and learn about fireflies! We will begin with a presentation all about fireflies and our native crepuscular wildlife. Then we will go out on our trails for a sunset exploration hike to see if we can spot any fireflies or crepuscular animals.

Cost: 

Members: $12

Non-members: $14

Age 3 years through adult