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Nature Programs 503-629-6350

School Nature Programs: Nature Kids

K-12 grade Preschool Program
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This September-through-May nature-based program for
Our experienced environmental educators lead these preschoolers introduces developmentally appropriate
engaging, hands-on programs at nature parks and activities throughout the year in a curriculum that focuses
natural areas within walking distance of schools. on experiential learning through exposure to nature and
Activities incorporate core concepts from the Next the changing seasons. Children develop skills through
Generation Science Standards while fostering tactile activities, play, and academic experiences. There is
memorable outdoor learning experiences that cannot guidance to advance their communication and problem-
be duplicated in a classroom. Visit www.thprd.org solving skills in a safe, active, natural environment.
to learn which programs help reinforce the scientific Ages 3-4
practices and crosscutting concepts your class is Chipmunks
working on this year. Fill out our online request form T/Th 9-11:30 am $290/month (2025-26 school year)
at www.thprd.org/activities/nature/group-nature- Tualatin Hills Nature Center
program-request/ to set up a program for your class. Hummingbirds
Locations: Cooper Mountain Nature Park, Tualatin T/Th 9-11:30 am $290/month (2025-26 school year)
Hills Nature Park, other THPRD natural areas, or at Jenkins Estate
your school. Ages 4-5
Ladybugs
M/W/F 8:30-11:30 am $398/month (2025-26 school year)
Tualatin Hills Nature Center
Owls
Scouts in Nature: M/W/F 1-4 pm $398/month (2025-26 school year)
Tualatin Hills Nature Center
Dragonflies
Girl Scouts M/W/F 9 am-noon $398/month (2025-26 school year)
Brownies Math in Nature Badge Program Jenkins Estate
Get outside and explore the shapes, symmetry, and
patterns you can find in nature. Go on a scavenger
hunt through the park as you join our naturalists for a THPRD Preschool Virtual Open House
day that includes hikes and hands-on activities where Wednesday, January 28, from 5:30 – 6:15 pm
you can complete the steps to earning your Math in
Nature badge! Join as a troop or individually. Badge is THPRD will host a virtual open house for anyone
not included with registration. interested in learning about our THPRD nine-month
preschool programs for the 2026-2027 school year.
4/25 S 10 am-12 pm 7-9 yrs NP45270
Tualatin Hills Nature Center ID/AP: $16 OD: $20 Registration Opens: Thursday, February 5, 9:00 am
for new enrollment.
NOTE Daisies, Brownies & Juniors: If your troop can’t For more information please visit:
make this date, fill out the Nature Program Request www.thprd.org/activities/preschool-programs
Form and we can set up a group program for Math in
Nature/Outdoor Art Creator badges or a Citizen Science
Journey Workshop that works with your schedule: www.
thprd.org/activites/nature/girl-scout-programs.

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