Soil, What is is Good For? (Nature Buddies, ages 11 & up)

Nature Buddies: February 6 from 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. &

February 20 from 10 a.m. -12 p.m.

Sally’s Nature School: February 20 from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.

It is cold outside and our naturalist wants to think about spring and growing things. So, she decided we need to talk about that awesome stuff we grow plants and flowers in! Did you know that soil is alive? There are more microorganisms in a teaspoon of healthy soil than people on this Earth. Soil sustains life and forms the basis for our food. In this program, we are going to explore what makes up soil, the different soil layers, and start some of our own plants for the spring!

*Please note that there will be a soil layer activity with food. It will include Oreos, pudding, gummy worms, etc.

To register your Nature Buddy (good for both sessions), sign up here.

Things to know about Sally’s Nature School: 

• All ages are welcome, but we focus and only charge for children 5+ years-old (the main program for 5 – 10 yr. olds and the Nature Buddy program for 11+).
• There will be an area for toddlers to hang out.
• Nature Buddy must be 11 years old by the date of the program.
• Nature Buddy should be available for both program dates.
• There are limited spots available.
• If your child is older than 10 yrs. old and is not a nature buddy, they will still have a great time!
• The donation fee is $12/child that is participating.
• Each program runs for 2 hours – Nature Buddies: 1 p.m. – 3 p.m.; Sally’s Nature Explorers: 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.

If you have any questions, please reach out to Verity at verity.davis@sminc-lake-elmo.org.