February 7 and 14, Saturday (10 am to 12 pm) – Beginner Snowshoe Outing; meet at the Park Office. Limited snowshoe rentals are available so pre-registration required by the day before each outing. The outing is about 3 km and costs $2 per participant.
February 18, Wednesday (10 to 11 am) – School break special – Nature Detectives; an animal tracking program for youth 4 to 10 years old. Dress warmly. Meet at the Park Office. Please call to pre-register by Tuesday, February 17. The cost is $2 per person or $5 per family.
February 20, Friday (1 to 2 pm) – School break special – Winter Survival; for kids age 7 to 12. How does nature do it and how can you? Enjoy a warm fire, learn and practice some outdoor survival techniques. Dress appropriately. Please call to pre-register by Thursday, February 19. The cost is $2 per person or $5 per family. Meet at the Shaver Nature Center, 194 Shaver Pond Road, Grafton.
Please note that this schedule is tentative. Call the park to confirm. The Park Naturalist offers various programs for groups, such as a beginner orienteering course, hikes and environmental education programs for a minimal fee. During the winter months you can inquire about guided snowshoe hikes. To schedule an event or for more information, contact the Park Naturalist at 279-1155.