Summer Exploration
Join us for fun family activities in 2025!
There are no refunds for cancellations; substitutes are permitted. Refunds will be issued for programs cancelled by Bubolz due to low registration.
Summer Solstice Kickoff Celebration
June 21st, 2025 | 9:00am – 12:00 pm
Kickoff the Summer by Celebrating the Summer Solstice with your family! This event will include various educational pieces such as catching insects at the prairie and pond, as well as tables and presentations from local Wildlife groups. Additionally, we will have games set up for kiddos to win prizes while enjoying popcorn and the official start of the summer season!
Cost:
To Be Determined
Firefly Exploration
June 13th, 2025 | 8:00 – 9:30 pm
Explore the preserve during the evening hours! We will learn about the fascinating little bugs that light up our summer nights. Then we’ll go on a night hike throughout the preserve searching for fireflies and other creatures that are active at night.
(There is no guarantee that we will see fireflies.)
One ticket per household.
Cost:
Members: $20 per family
Non-members: $25 per family
Let’s Go Froggin!
June 27th, 2025 | 6:00 – 8:00 pm
July 11th, 2025 | 6:00 – 8:00 pm
July 25th, 2025 | 6:00 – 8:00 pm
August 8th, 2025 | 6:00 – 8:00 pm
August 22nd, 2025 | 6:00 – 8:00 pm
Join us for an evening at the preserve. We will learn about the frogs and toads found here with an indoor presentation. Then we will go pond dipping in search of frogs, tadpoles, and water insects.
Each program date includes the same activities.
One ticket needed per household.
Cost:
Members: $20 per family
Non-members: $25 per family