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SUMMARY:Homeschools Days - Elachee Nature Science Center
DESCRIPTION:Welcome local homeschool families! We invite you to join us for an afternoon of adventure and learning! \nYour students will discover how animals and plants adapt to their environments and how that impacts their diets\, habitats\, and more! \nTheme: Migrations and Adaptations  \nActivities to include: \n\nOh Deer- guided at 1:15 and 2:15\nTree adaptation game\nFill the Bill\nBat vs. Moth\nCreate an animal for your chosen habitat\n\n\nRecommended ages: Kindergarten through 6th grade\n\n\nTime: 1:00-3:00 with guided activities at 1:15 and 2:15\n\n\nAdmission: $10/child\, $50/family (5+)\, members free\n\n\nPreregistration encouraged\, walk-ins welcome based on availability\n\n\nThis program will take place rain or shine. Please come dressed for the forecasted weather!\n\n\n\n\nQuestions? Call 770-535-976 or email sam@elachee.org
URL:https://www.exploregainesville.org/event/homeschools-days-elachee-nature-science-center-2/
LOCATION:Elachee Nature Science Center\, 2125 Elachee Drive\, Gainesville\, GA\, 30504\, United States
CATEGORIES:Main Calendar
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SUMMARY:September Discovery Saturday - Elachee Nature Science Center
DESCRIPTION:Backyard Wildlife Discovery Saturdays! \nThis September\, discover the wild side of your own backyard at Elachee! Every Saturday\, we’re highlighting the amazing animals that may be living just outside your door. Through hands-on activities\, up-close encounters\, and guided programs; you and your family will learn how to identify\, support\, and protect the wildlife that calls Georgia home. \nHighlights: \nLive Animal Encounters: Meet some of our resident animal ambassadors—like snakes and turtles—and learn how to spot their wild relatives in your own neighborhood. \nWildlife-Inspired Crafts: Our nature crafts are fun for all ages\, with a special focus on early learners. \nNaturalist-led Habitat Explorations: naturalist-led forest exploration to discover and collect backyard flora and fauna to use in craft. \nFamily Fun: Perfect for all ages—spend meaningful time together while learning how to make your own outdoor spaces more wildlife-friendly. \nEvent Details: \nDate: September 6\, 20\, and 27 (Every Saturday in September\, except Sept 13th) \nTime: 10:00 AM–5:00 PM \nAdmission: $10 non-members\, members free
URL:https://www.exploregainesville.org/event/september-discovery-saturday-atlanta-botanical-garden-gainesville/2025-09-06/
LOCATION:Elachee Nature Science Center\, 2125 Elachee Drive\, Gainesville\, GA\, 30504\, United States
CATEGORIES:Main Calendar
ORGANIZER;CN="Elachee Nature Center":MAILTO:elachee@elachee.org
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SUMMARY:August Discovery Saturdays - Elachee Nature Science Center
DESCRIPTION:Terrific Trees: August Discovery Saturdays \nCelebrate the towering giants of the forest this August at Elachee! Our Discovery Saturdays will be rooted in fun as we explore the incredible world of trees and the forests they call home. Through interactive learning\, guided hikes\, and creative crafts\, you’ll uncover how trees support entire ecosystems—and why they matter more than ever. Bring the whole family and branch out into adventure each Saturday! \nHighlights: \nEngaging Activities: Enjoy hands-on crafts and learning stations that explore the life cycle of trees\, forest layers\, and more with Elachee Environmental Educator. Kids can create their very own first field guides and explore the diversity of trees through leaf and bark rubbings. \nGuided Forest Hike: Join Elachee’s Environmental Educator for a walk beneath the canopy. Learn how to identify native trees\, explore their ecological roles\, and discover fascinating forest facts along the way (plus use your new field guide!). \nLive Animal Ambassadors: Meet the forest-dwellers that rely on trees for shelter\, food\, and camouflage. \nFamily Fun: Perfect for all ages—create lasting memories while learning about the woods that surround us. \nEvent Details: \nDate: August 2\, 9\, 16\, 23\, and 30 (Every Saturday in August) \nTime: 10:00 AM–5:00 PM (NEW extended Saturday hours!) \nAdmission: Members free\, Non-members $10 \nCome grow your love for Georgia’s forests with us this August—because every tree has a story to tell! 🍂
URL:https://www.exploregainesville.org/event/august-discovery-saturdays-elachee-nature-science-center/2025-08-30/
LOCATION:Elachee Nature Science Center\, 2125 Elachee Drive\, Gainesville\, GA\, 30504\, United States
CATEGORIES:Main Calendar
ORGANIZER;CN="Elachee Nature Center":MAILTO:elachee@elachee.org
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SUMMARY:August Discovery Saturdays - Elachee Nature Science Center
DESCRIPTION:Terrific Trees: August Discovery Saturdays \nCelebrate the towering giants of the forest this August at Elachee! Our Discovery Saturdays will be rooted in fun as we explore the incredible world of trees and the forests they call home. Through interactive learning\, guided hikes\, and creative crafts\, you’ll uncover how trees support entire ecosystems—and why they matter more than ever. Bring the whole family and branch out into adventure each Saturday! \nHighlights: \nEngaging Activities: Enjoy hands-on crafts and learning stations that explore the life cycle of trees\, forest layers\, and more with Elachee Environmental Educator. Kids can create their very own first field guides and explore the diversity of trees through leaf and bark rubbings. \nGuided Forest Hike: Join Elachee’s Environmental Educator for a walk beneath the canopy. Learn how to identify native trees\, explore their ecological roles\, and discover fascinating forest facts along the way (plus use your new field guide!). \nLive Animal Ambassadors: Meet the forest-dwellers that rely on trees for shelter\, food\, and camouflage. \nFamily Fun: Perfect for all ages—create lasting memories while learning about the woods that surround us. \nEvent Details: \nDate: August 2\, 9\, 16\, 23\, and 30 (Every Saturday in August) \nTime: 10:00 AM–5:00 PM (NEW extended Saturday hours!) \nAdmission: Members free\, Non-members $10 \nCome grow your love for Georgia’s forests with us this August—because every tree has a story to tell! 🍂
URL:https://www.exploregainesville.org/event/august-discovery-saturdays-elachee-nature-science-center/2025-08-23/
LOCATION:Elachee Nature Science Center\, 2125 Elachee Drive\, Gainesville\, GA\, 30504\, United States
CATEGORIES:Main Calendar
ORGANIZER;CN="Elachee Nature Center":MAILTO:elachee@elachee.org
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SUMMARY:August Discovery Saturdays - Elachee Nature Science Center
DESCRIPTION:Terrific Trees: August Discovery Saturdays \nCelebrate the towering giants of the forest this August at Elachee! Our Discovery Saturdays will be rooted in fun as we explore the incredible world of trees and the forests they call home. Through interactive learning\, guided hikes\, and creative crafts\, you’ll uncover how trees support entire ecosystems—and why they matter more than ever. Bring the whole family and branch out into adventure each Saturday! \nHighlights: \nEngaging Activities: Enjoy hands-on crafts and learning stations that explore the life cycle of trees\, forest layers\, and more with Elachee Environmental Educator. Kids can create their very own first field guides and explore the diversity of trees through leaf and bark rubbings. \nGuided Forest Hike: Join Elachee’s Environmental Educator for a walk beneath the canopy. Learn how to identify native trees\, explore their ecological roles\, and discover fascinating forest facts along the way (plus use your new field guide!). \nLive Animal Ambassadors: Meet the forest-dwellers that rely on trees for shelter\, food\, and camouflage. \nFamily Fun: Perfect for all ages—create lasting memories while learning about the woods that surround us. \nEvent Details: \nDate: August 2\, 9\, 16\, 23\, and 30 (Every Saturday in August) \nTime: 10:00 AM–5:00 PM (NEW extended Saturday hours!) \nAdmission: Members free\, Non-members $10 \nCome grow your love for Georgia’s forests with us this August—because every tree has a story to tell! 🍂
URL:https://www.exploregainesville.org/event/august-discovery-saturdays-elachee-nature-science-center/2025-08-16/
LOCATION:Elachee Nature Science Center\, 2125 Elachee Drive\, Gainesville\, GA\, 30504\, United States
CATEGORIES:Main Calendar
ORGANIZER;CN="Elachee Nature Center":MAILTO:elachee@elachee.org
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SUMMARY:Homeschools Days - Elachee Nature Science Center
DESCRIPTION:Welcome local homeschool families! We invite you to join us for an afternoon of adventure and learning! \nYour students will learn how to navigate and identify like some of Georgia’s earliest explorers. \nTheme: Early Explorers \nActivities to include: \n\nIdentification: scat\, photos\, guidebooks. etc. with “scavenger hunt”\nWay finding: Guided at 1:15 and 2:15- how to use map\, compass\, etc.\nHike using way finding skills and maps of campus and trail connections\nMap making: create a map with key components (compass rose\, scale\, legend\, north arrow\, etc.)\n\n\nRecommended ages: Kindergarten through 6th grade\n\n\nTime: 1:00-3:00 with guided activities at 1:15 and 2:15\n\n\nAdmission: $10/child\, $50/family (5+)\, members free\n\n\nPreregistration encouraged\, walk-ins welcome based on availability\n\n\nThis program will take place rain or shine. Please come dressed for the forecasted weather!\n\n\nQuestions? Call 770-535-976 or email sam@elachee.org
URL:https://www.exploregainesville.org/event/homeschools-days-elachee-nature-science-center/
LOCATION:Elachee Nature Science Center\, 2125 Elachee Drive\, Gainesville\, GA\, 30504\, United States
CATEGORIES:Main Calendar
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SUMMARY:August Discovery Saturdays - Elachee Nature Science Center
DESCRIPTION:Terrific Trees: August Discovery Saturdays \nCelebrate the towering giants of the forest this August at Elachee! Our Discovery Saturdays will be rooted in fun as we explore the incredible world of trees and the forests they call home. Through interactive learning\, guided hikes\, and creative crafts\, you’ll uncover how trees support entire ecosystems—and why they matter more than ever. Bring the whole family and branch out into adventure each Saturday! \nHighlights: \nEngaging Activities: Enjoy hands-on crafts and learning stations that explore the life cycle of trees\, forest layers\, and more with Elachee Environmental Educator. Kids can create their very own first field guides and explore the diversity of trees through leaf and bark rubbings. \nGuided Forest Hike: Join Elachee’s Environmental Educator for a walk beneath the canopy. Learn how to identify native trees\, explore their ecological roles\, and discover fascinating forest facts along the way (plus use your new field guide!). \nLive Animal Ambassadors: Meet the forest-dwellers that rely on trees for shelter\, food\, and camouflage. \nFamily Fun: Perfect for all ages—create lasting memories while learning about the woods that surround us. \nEvent Details: \nDate: August 2\, 9\, 16\, 23\, and 30 (Every Saturday in August) \nTime: 10:00 AM–5:00 PM (NEW extended Saturday hours!) \nAdmission: Members free\, Non-members $10 \nCome grow your love for Georgia’s forests with us this August—because every tree has a story to tell! 🍂
URL:https://www.exploregainesville.org/event/august-discovery-saturdays-elachee-nature-science-center/2025-08-09/
LOCATION:Elachee Nature Science Center\, 2125 Elachee Drive\, Gainesville\, GA\, 30504\, United States
CATEGORIES:Main Calendar
ORGANIZER;CN="Elachee Nature Center":MAILTO:elachee@elachee.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250802T100000
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SUMMARY:August Discovery Saturdays - Elachee Nature Science Center
DESCRIPTION:Terrific Trees: August Discovery Saturdays \nCelebrate the towering giants of the forest this August at Elachee! Our Discovery Saturdays will be rooted in fun as we explore the incredible world of trees and the forests they call home. Through interactive learning\, guided hikes\, and creative crafts\, you’ll uncover how trees support entire ecosystems—and why they matter more than ever. Bring the whole family and branch out into adventure each Saturday! \nHighlights: \nEngaging Activities: Enjoy hands-on crafts and learning stations that explore the life cycle of trees\, forest layers\, and more with Elachee Environmental Educator. Kids can create their very own first field guides and explore the diversity of trees through leaf and bark rubbings. \nGuided Forest Hike: Join Elachee’s Environmental Educator for a walk beneath the canopy. Learn how to identify native trees\, explore their ecological roles\, and discover fascinating forest facts along the way (plus use your new field guide!). \nLive Animal Ambassadors: Meet the forest-dwellers that rely on trees for shelter\, food\, and camouflage. \nFamily Fun: Perfect for all ages—create lasting memories while learning about the woods that surround us. \nEvent Details: \nDate: August 2\, 9\, 16\, 23\, and 30 (Every Saturday in August) \nTime: 10:00 AM–5:00 PM (NEW extended Saturday hours!) \nAdmission: Members free\, Non-members $10 \nCome grow your love for Georgia’s forests with us this August—because every tree has a story to tell! 🍂
URL:https://www.exploregainesville.org/event/august-discovery-saturdays-elachee-nature-science-center/2025-08-02/
LOCATION:Elachee Nature Science Center\, 2125 Elachee Drive\, Gainesville\, GA\, 30504\, United States
CATEGORIES:Main Calendar
ORGANIZER;CN="Elachee Nature Center":MAILTO:elachee@elachee.org
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