Thank you for coming to Hike & Seek at Seneca Creek State Park! We hope you had a
great time and you’ll keep having fun in the fresh air this fall and beyond.
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print, and cut the special Hike & Seek photo frame to commemorate the day!
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Didn't make it this year? Here's what happened:
AT BASE CAMP
DNR Scales and Tales
- The Department of Natural Resources will be bringing along some of their raptor pals for an up close an personal encounter and question and answer session. If the weather holds up, you might even get the chance to see a variety of reptiles such as a black rat snake, a terrapin, and a lizard. Because our reptile pals are sensitive to cold climates, their appearance is contingent upon the temperature outside.
Promotional Partner, REI
- REI will have a presentation on PEAK, a hands-on, interactive program where children are taught to have fun outside while practicing responsible outdoor recreation. Children will also learn the 7 Leave No Trace principles: know before you go; choose the right path; pack your trash; leave what you find; be careful with fire; respect wildlife; and be kind to other visitors. Children will also have the opportunity to make acorn whistles and learn about navigating through the woods. Grab some informational materials and freebees during your visit to the REI tent.
ON THE TRAIL
Plant Station
Plants are key components of the eco-system – the foundational aspect for which both humans and wildlife depend. At this station, your kids will have the opportunity to take different surrounding plant parts and create a take-home solar print to help with identification. When left in the sun, the paper will change color and move from blue to white!
Insect Station
Insects come in all shapes and sizes and play an important role in our environment. At this station, children can make a bug box to observe what critters live around them and what homes they need to survive.
Bird Station
Birds as a species group are one of the largest, and each type of bird has different ways in which it eats. By using common household items they will replicate bird songs, and will learn the call of the wild.
Reptiles Station
Ever wonder what the difference is between turtles and tortoises? At this station, children can follow the turtle trail and hunt for eggs. Fun facts and questions lie within each egg. Collect four and get a turtle sticker. Ever heard of a pet rock? What about a pet rock turtle? Get creative and paint your own!
Mammals Station
Mammals as a species are very diverse in nature. Did you know that dolphins and bats use objects to “bounce” off their communications to identify objects and talk? During this echolocation activity, kids will be able to play “telephone” and communicate with each other through a series of tubing.