Natural History. Stewardship. Sustainablility.
Homeschool Programs
HNC offers once-monthly programming for homeschooled youth ages 4 through 12, with volunteer opportunities for older youth interested in assisting classes. Our popular homeschool classes are now available in a morning (9:00-11:00 a.m.) session or an afternoon (1:00-3:00 p.m.) session. Registration begins in August and families register for an entire year (8 sessions) of programming. The cost for the 2009-2010 school year is $64/HNC members and $88/non-members.
Space is limited! Please call for availability of classes and to be included on next year's mailing list. The class topics listed below detail the outdoor adventures for Preschool Porcupines (ages 4&5), Ramblin' Raccoons (ages 6&7), Bushwhackers (ages 8&9), and Nature Scientists (ages10-12).
See the schedule below and then register by reading the parent letter and filling out a registration form and health form. Get them into us as soon as you can!
2009 - 2010 Schedule
Preschool Porcupines (4 & 5 years)
Preschool Porcupines develop their sense of wonder for the natural world through sensory experiences outdoors. Age appropriate activities, stories, and songs complement the monthly theme.
Sep 17 |
Pond Life |
Dec 17 |
Bird Brains |
Mar 18 |
Summer Coat, Winter Coat |
Oct 15 |
Trees are Magic |
Jan 21 |
Snow Wonderful |
Apr 15 |
Pollination Station |
Nov 19 |
Animals Prepare for Winter |
Feb 11 |
Snowshoeing: Animal Homes |
Rambling Raccoons (6 & 7 years)
Rambling Raccoons spend their monthly visits building understanding and appreciation for nature through activities, hikes, and journaling.
Sep 17 |
Fall Plants and Mushrooms |
Dec 17 |
Surviving the Cold |
Mar 18 |
Birds Return |
Oct 15 |
Beaver Study |
Jan 21 |
Winter Bird Feeders |
Apr 15 |
Life in the Pond |
Nov 19 |
Antlers, Fur, Skulls & Scat |
Feb 11 |
Animal Tracking |
Bushwhackers (8 & 9 years)
Bushwhackers concentrate on outdoor ethics, stewardship and outdoor skills. Classes also contain community building and teamwork elements along with traditional natural history skills.
Sep 17 |
Crayfish Study |
Dec 17 |
Winter Camping |
Mar 18 |
Sapping |
Oct 15 |
Orienteering |
Jan 21 |
Winter Birds |
Apr 15 |
Invasive Species |
Nov 19 |
Skulls & Teeth |
Feb 11 |
Snowflakes & Ice |
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Nature Scientists (10-12 years)
Nature Scientists will explore the concepts and issues surrounding our energy use including history, resources, alternatives, and the future. Cap off the experience by building your own solar race car.
Sep 17 |
Ecological Footprint |
Dec 17 |
Wind Power |
Mar 18 |
Intro to Solar Sprint |
Oct 15 |
World Resources |
Jan 21 |
Alternative Fuels |
Apr 15 |
Solar Derby! |
Nov 19 |
Insulation & Efficiency |
Feb 11 |
Reduce, Reuse, Recycle |
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