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Snowshoe at Lyman Woods! Don’t let the snow slow you down! Rent a pair of snowshoes at Lyman Woods and get out there to enjoy the winter woods! Snowshoe on your own, or sign up for one of our free guided snowshoe hikes. When there are at least four inches of snow on the trails, both adult’s and children’s snowshoes will be available for use at Lyman Woods. Snowshoes are available during regular Interpretive Center hours on a first- come, first-served basis. The rental fee for each pair is $6 for a 3-hour rental. Credit cards, checks and exact cash are accepted. Renters must provide valid credit card for deposit.


Snowshoe Hikes


Bundle up, strap on snowshoes and hit the trails at Lyman Woods! Join a naturalist on a snowshoe hike and discover the beauty and wonder of the winter forest. Snowshoe hikes are free with the rental of snowshoes at the Interpretive Center ($6 per pair). Space is limited, and registration is required. Ages 5 & up.


Day Time SA


Dates 9:15 - 10:30 am 1/5, 1/19, 2/2, 2/16, 3/2


For more information about snowshoe rentals at Lyman Woods or to register for a guided snowshoe hike, please call the Interpretive Center at 630.963.9388.


Family Programs


Goodnight Twilight Hikes Explore Lyman Woods at night! Hike the trails with a knowledgeable naturalist to explore the nighttime sky, search for nocturnal critters and listen to the sounds of the woods at night. End the evening sharing stories around a roaring campfire complete with marshmallow roasting! If there is snow, we may snowshoe! In case of inclement weather, portions of the program may be held indoors. Please list the number and ages of people in your family when you register.


Age: All ages Day: SA


Topic


Min/Max: 4/8 families Fee: $15.50 per family


Location: William F. Sherman, Jr. Interpretive Center Class #


384006-01 Owl Prowl 384006-02


Twigonometry 384006-03 Nighttime Senses


Date 1/12 3/9


4/13 384006-04 Creatures of the Night 5/11 Time


6:30 - 8:00 pm 6:30 - 8:00 pm 6:30 - 8:00 pm 6:30 - 8:00 pm


Cool Family Adventure


Step away from the TV and head to Lyman Woods for some cool family fun! Discover snowy adventures and the fun of the outdoors during the winter season. Explore the winter woods on a hike, play winter games and cozy up to the campfire for a warm winter snack! Please list the number of people in your family when you register.


Age: All ages Min/Max: 3/6 families Fee: $15.50 per family


Location: William F. Sherman, Jr. Interpretive Center Class #


384027-01 1/26


Date Day Time SA


Worm Bin Workshop


Uncover the world of worms! Build your own family worm bin to take home and leave with one pound of composting worms and the skills to successfully maintain your home vermicomposter! Learn about how you can keep your garbage out of the landfill and put redworms to work in transforming your kitchen waste into rich compost. Please list the number of people in your family when you register.


Age: 5 years & up Min/Max: 3/6 families Fee: $48 per family Location: William F. Sherman, Jr. Interpretive Center


Class # 384028-01 5/4


Date Day Time SA


9:30 - 11:30 am NEW! Backyard Garden Basics


Thinking about starting a backyard garden, but don’t know where to begin? Before breaking out your shovels, get the scoop on how to plan, prep and plant your backyard garden. From site selection to preparing your soil and planning your weekly chore list, you’ll be on your way to a garden full of fresh veggies! Please list the number of people in your family when you register.


Age: 5 years & up Min/Max: 3/6 families Fee: $18 per family Location: William F. Sherman, Jr. Interpretive Center


Class # 384036-01 4/6


Date Day Time SA


NEW! Family Bird Hikes


Bring the family for a fun morning exploring the woods searching for feathered friends! Learn how to identify common Lyman Woods birds by sight and by sound. Dress for the weather and for muddy trails. We will have some binoculars available, but if you have a pair of binoculars, please bring them along.


Age: All ages


See page 40 for a Wild Birthday Party!!


384037-01 384037-02 384037-03


Min/Max: 3/6 families Fee: $12 per family


Location: William F. Sherman, Jr. Interpretive Center Class #


Date Day Time 3/2


4/20 5/18


SA SA SA


8:00 - 9:30 am 8:00 - 9:30 am 8:00 - 9:30 am


9:30 - 11:30 am 10:00 - 11:30 am


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