Nature Friends
Nature Friends
4 and 5 year olds with an adult
Thursdays, monthly, 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Join naturalists in a nature adventure! This program is designed so preschool-aged children can explore the
wonders of nature with an adult. Every Nature Friends program explores a nature topic through stories, nature
exploration, art projects, and themed snack. Fee: $5/program.
April 17 - Busy Beavers at Fort Des Moines Park
May 15 - Water Wonders at Jester Park, Shelter #5 pond
June 12 - Busy Bees at Southwoods, West Des Moines
July 17 - Insect Safari at Fort Des Moines Park
August 14 - Let’s Go Fishing at Raccoon River Nature Lodge
To register for these sessions of Nature Friends, call the West Des Moines Parks and Recreation Office at (515)222-3444 or visit
www.wdm-ia.com. These programs are co-sponsored by the Des Moines Chapter of the Izaak Walton League and West Des Moines Parks and Recreation.