EDUCATION PROGRAMS

Educa on Programs

BITE SIZED CHEFS CLUB

This healthy cooking club gives children the experience of a posi ve connec on to healthy foods and encourages them to cook for themselves and their families.

Ages 7–12 ............$85/month..............................Seven Oaks Park

Th May 4–25 4:00–5:00

WOOF UNIVERSITY

Class teaches useful life skills in a social environment using proven methods for well-mannered dogs. Dogs stay home the first night, but bring proof of vaccina ons. Space is limited.

Ages 14–Adult .....$150/dog ................................Seven Oaks Park

T May 9–Jun. 13 7:00–8:00 . .

Environmental Educa on Programs

PEACEFUL GATHERINGS NATURE IMMERSION PRE SCHOOL

This nature immersion program incorporates forest school concepts, such as child-led learning and instructor guidance to foster a connecon with nature through lessons, books, and songs.

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Environmental Educa on Field Trips

HOMESCHOOL ADVENTURE LEARNING SNAKES

Join park rangers for this monthly environmental educa on program designed for homeschool students! New topics each month! Preregistra on required.

Ages 5–7 ..............$6/student ..............................Saluda Shoals Park

M Apr. 24 9:30–11:00

Ages 8–12 ............$6/student ..............................Saluda Shoals Park

M Apr. 24 9:30–11:00 . .

PRESCHOOL ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION PROGRAMS

This one-hour program for preschool ins tu on/child care centers includes a sensory story, interac ve hike, science lab, and a themed game. Program choices are Terrific Turtles or Brilliant Birds.

Ages 2–4 $4/per student Saluda Shoals Park

SPECIAL NEEDS ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION PROGRAM

This one-hour program, Sensing Our Wild Habitats, includes sensory explora on sta ons, an ADA accessible hike, fish traps, live specimen interac ons, and Leo’s Landing shelter for lunch.

Ages K–12 $4/per student Saluda Shoals Park

CUSTOM PROGRAM

Custom programs are available for school or educa on groups. for more informa on, call 803-213-2055.

Ages K–12 $40/fee plus per student price Saluda Shoals Park

SC SCIENCE STANDARD BASED K 12 SCHOOL PROGRAMS

These 1.5 hour programs include field study, interac ve hike, STEM ac vi es and themed games. Topics are based on grade and standards. Teachers and chaperones a end at no addi onal cost. A 1:10 ra o per class is required and one teacher must be with each class.

............................Saluda Shoals Park M–F

PEACEFUL GATHERINGS NATURE IMMERSION ELEMENTARY

Ages 5–12 ...........$216/session ...........................Saluda Shoals Park

BIRD WALKS

Last Sat. of each month. Bring binoculars, walking shoes, water, sunscreen, and insect repellent. Meet in Environmental Center parking lot.

All Ages ...............$5/daily parking fee ................Saluda Shoals Park

S 8:00–10:00

SALUDA SHOALS FROGWATCH USA

For informa on, email SaludaShoalsFrogWatch@gmail.com.

FRIENDS OF SALUDA SHOALS PARK VOLUNTEER PROGRAM

Join our group of dedicated volunteers at Saluda Shoals Park. Email rkennerly@icrc.net for informa on or sign up at www.icrc.net.

CUB SCOUT, BOY SCOUT, AND GIRL SCOUT WORKSHOPS

Call Ranger Jus n at 213-2054 to schedule or for more informa on.

All Ages ...............$35/minimum up to 15 ...........Saluda Shoals Park

Ages K–12 $6/per student Saluda Shoals Park

VIRTUAL EDUCATION PROGRAM ARE YOU SMARTER THAN A PARK RANGER?

This 30–45-minute program includes a meet and greet with a park ranger and biofact quiz game. For up to 25 students.

Ages K–12 $30/30 min., $45/45 min. Saluda Shoals Park

Scheduling Your Environmental Educa on Program

• Advanced reserva ons are required

• Call the Environmental Educa on Center at Saluda Shoals Park M–F between 8:30 .–5:00 . at 803-213-2055 for more informa on and to schedule programs.