French Creek Nature Center and Theatre

Splash Zone (Oberlin) Join us at Splash Zone as we conduct some hands-on experiments that will focus on water. Then, stick around after the program for some discounted pool time! For children ages 7-12. Register and pay $3/child by 9/8/25. Registration opens 8/15/2025.

For ages 7-12. $3 per child. Registration is required by 9/14.

Vermilion River Reservation (Vermilion) Learn about butterflies and moths with a lesson, activites/craft and hike at Vermilion River Reservation! We will learn about the differences between both animals, their life cycles, search for them in the park and more! For ages 7-12. $3 per child. Registration is required by 9/14.

French Creek Kayak Launch (Sheffield Village) Join us for a fun and educational introduction to kayaking designed especially for homeschool students ages 8–14! This beginner-friendly program will be held on Tuesday, September 29, 2026, from 10:00–11:30 a.m. at the French Creek Kayak Launch. Participants will learn the fundamentals of kayaking, including how to paddle forward, backward, and steer left and right. We'll also cover essential boating safety, the importance of properly wearing a life

Whether your child is brand new to kayaking or looking to strengthen their basic skills, this program is a great way to get started on the water! Included: all safety equipment (life jacket, whistle), kayak, paddle Please Bring: water shoes, weather appropriate clothing, sunscreen, bug spray, sunglasses, water bottle

For ages 7-16. $3 per child. Registration is required by 11/17.

Sandy Ridge Reservation (North Ridgeville) Learn about the importance of wetlands and why so many species of birds are seen at Sandy Ridge Reservation. For children ages 7-12. Register and pay $3/child by 10/13/25. Registration opens 9/14/2025.

Learn how to apply forensic techniques to solve wildlife crimes through hands-on activities and crafts. For children ages 7-12. Register and pay $3/child by 11/12/25. Registration opens 10/13/2025.

Learn about New World Foods from the Columbian Exchange, the pilgrims and 19th and 20th century immigrants. Students will explore the foods and make and try a few recipes. Please contact Matt at [email protected] or 440-965-7237 for food allergy information. For ages 7-16. $3 per child. Registration is required by 11/17.

[email protected] or 440-965-7237 for food allergy information. For ages 7-12. $3 per child. This is a drop-off program and a medical form is required to participate. Registration is required by 12/14.

Learn how to identify the animals who live in the forest by looking for tracks, trails, homes, scat, and other signs of wildlife. Please dress for the weather. For children ages 7-12.

Discover the fascinating ways nature's masters of disguise survive & thrive! With an engaging lesson and Conservatory Tour, we will observe & explore the cool, clever adaptations of camouflage & mimicry to reveal how animals & plants use shape, color, and behavior to outsmart predators, catch prey, and attract pollinators. For ages 7-12, $3.00 per child. This is a drop-off program and a medical form is required to participate. Registration is required by 12/14.

Learn all about native wildlife tracks and how to find them through activities and a hike. For ages 7-12. $3 per child. This is a drop-off program and a medical form is required

Learn all about native wildlife tracks and how to find them through activities and a hike. For ages 7-12. $3 per child. This is a drop-off program and a medical form is required to participate. Register by 1/11.

For ages 7-12. $3 per child. Registration is required by 1/12.

What do raptors eat, and why? Find out during owl pellet dissection, bio-facts and an outdoor eating demonstration using our Raptor Center resident birds. Please dress for the weather. For children ages 7-12. Register and pay $3/child by 1/14/26. Registration opens 11/21/2025.

What do raptors eat, and why? Find out during owl pellet dissection, bio-facts and an outdoor eating demonstration using our Raptor Center resident birds. Please dress for the weather.

Learn about snow and ice with a lesson, activity/craft and hike at Vermilion River Reservation! We will learn about the properties of snow and ice, snowflakes, glaciers and icebergs, and the Ice Age in Ohio. For children ages 7-12. Register and pay $3/child by 2/10/26. Registration opens 1/10/2026.

Explore astronomy at the Universe of Wonder event at Lakeview Park! We will look at stars in the starlab planetarium, learn about the surface of the moon and explore how astronauts live in space utilizing the activities and exhibits as part of the Universe of Wonder event. For ages 7-12. $3 per child. This is a drop-off program and a medical form is required to participate. Registration is required by 3/15/27.

Discover and learn about some of the lesser-known but still really important pollinators and the plants that depend on them during a hands-on lesson, fun activities, and an engaging Conservatory Tour! For children ages 7-12. Register and pay $3/child by 3/18/26. Registration opens 1/18/2026.

Learn about how plants grow and how to start seeds at home for a flower or vegetable garden. Students will start a few seeds to take home and grow for the summer. For children ages 7-12. Register and pay $3/child by 4/14/26. Registration opens 1/15/2026.

Learn about the importance of wetlands and why so many species of birds are seen at Sandy Ridge Reservation. For ages 7-12. $3 per child. This is a drop-off program, and a medical form is required to participate. Register by 5/11/27

Learn how and why birds migrate as we explore all things bird. For children ages 7-12. Register and pay $3/child by 5/12/26. Registration opens 4/10/2026.

Join a naturalist to discover what makes aquatic ecosystems unique! We’ll embark on an adventure into the French Creek and find some aquatic friends along the way. For ages 7-12, $3.00 per child. This is a drop-off program, and a medical form is required to participate. Registration is required by 5/13/27. This program includes a creek walk. Participants must wear closed toe water shoes.