Backyard Buzz
January 2017

 
In This Issue
 



Schedule of Events
Family Science Night
January 7
Trailside Nature Center
7 pm - 9 pm

Outdoor Survivor Day Camp
January 11
Caldwell Nature Preserve
9:30 am - 2:30pm

The Secret of the Stars
January 13
Trailside Nature Center
7 pm - 8 pm

Survivor Girl Scout Overnight
January 13 - 14
January 27 - 28
Caldwell Nature Preserve
6 pm

Olaf Go! Holiday Break Camp
January  16
LaBoiteaux Woods
9:30 am - 2:30 pm

MLK Craft Day
January 16
Carol Ann's Carousel
11:30 am - 3:30 pm

Whirlin' Good Time
January 19
Carol Ann's Carousel
11:30 am - 3:30 pm

Yoga by Nature
January 21
LaBoiteaux Woods Preserve
9 am - 10 am

Adventures Under Glass
January 23, 30 & Feb 6
Krohn Conservatory
10 am - 12 pm

Horse Craft Day
January 26
Carol Ann's Carousel
11:30 am - 3:30 pm

The Nature of "Frozen"
January 28
Avon Woods Nature Preserve
10 am - 11:30 am

Scavenger Hunt & Riddles
January 28
Carol Ann's Carousel
11:30 am - 3:30 pm

Blooms on the Bayou
January 28 - March 12
Krohn Conservatory
Tues- Sat; 10 am - 5 pm


  Olaf GO! Holiday Break Camp
 
Winter can be a fascinating time to spend outside in nature. Discover the wonders of snow, snowflakes, and all things frozen with a variety of hands-on activiites!  Olaf leads us on a fun winter hike and becomes the focus of our make and take craft. Campers create their own indoor snowperson and if the weather cooperates, an outdoor snow sculpture! End the day enjoying a scrumptious frozen treat by the campfire.  Meet at the Nature Center.  Fee: $25 per camper.  Online registration begins on Dec 15 at:  https://parks.cincyregister.com/holidaybreak17
Call 542-2909 by Jan. 12 for more information.

WHERE: LaBoiteaux Woods Nature Preserve
 
WHEN: Mon., January 16th, 9:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m
  Secret Life of Stars
Twinkle, twinkle, little star... how I wonder, what you are.  Well, now we know, and you can too!  The big ones live fast and die young.  Some... eat their neighbors. While others... go out with a bang! From nebulas and novae to star formation and more, this show has it all!  Programs are open to adults and children ages 5 and older accompanied by an adult. Seating is limited.  Meet at the Nature Center.
Fee: $5 per person.  Pre-registration required; call 751-3679 for paid registration and more information.  

WHERE: Wolff Planetarium, Trailside Nature Center 

WHEN: Fri., January13th, 7:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Carol Ann's Carousel Craft Days

Come whirl with us and stay warm inside Carol Ann's Carousel on January 16th and January 26th from 11 am-3:30 pm. Join us for fun family friendly crafts, fun activities and games. 


WHERE:  Carol Ann's Carousel

WHEN: Maonday, January 16th, 11 am - 3:30 pm
  Birthday Packages
"Come celebrate your child's birthday or special occasion here with us at Carol Ann's Carousel! Parties are booking now for children ages 1 to 15. The whirl of a good time includes typeable invitations, unlimited rides for children during the designated party time, party wristbands, a dedicated party assistant and special craft memento. The birthday child also receives a crown or tiara, tokens for future use, a special birthday wristband and a gift from the Carousel Gift Shop. Please contact us at 513-381-3756 or email to [email protected] for further details. The animals
look forward to seeing you soon!"

WHERE: Carol Ann's Carousel
 Whirlin' Good Time

Come whirl with us and stay warm inside Carol Ann's Carousel, January 19, 2017 from 11 am-3:30 pm. For just $6, buy a band for unlimited rides all day! Come join us for this whirlin' good time!


WHERE:  Carol Ann's Carousel

WHEN: Monday, January 19th, 11 am - 3:30 pm
  Early Spring Show

Step into the south and celebrate spring on the bayou!  The 2017 Spring Show Blooms on the Bayou is inspired by the colorful culture of New Orleans, which features both a fun, festive side of the 'Big Easy' as well as the eerie, yet enchanting, swampy southern bayou.  Wander down our bayou boardwalk in the midst of bald cypress trees, blossoming bog lilies, and Spanish moss to explore the mysterious river shack or dance to some Dixieland jazz in the traditional New Orleans courtyard surrounded by Crepe Myrtle and Magnolia trees glittered with beads!  Hundreds of vibrant annuals animate this display with charming camellias, dazzling tulips, fragrant hyacinths, and illustrious ferns of the French Quarter. So sit back, take it easy, and let this display take you away to the warm southern spring of the Louisiana bayou!
WHERE: Krohn Conservatory
WHEN: January 21 - March 12, Tues. - Sat. 10am - 5 pm
  Yoga By Nature
Stay warm inside the Nature Center and and discover the benefits of stretching while viewing the quiet beauty of our nature preserve outside. Learn the basic poses while listening to the sounds of nature. Please bring your own yoga mat.  Appropriate for adults and families with children ages 10 and up.  Meet at the Nature Center.  FREE but reservations are required; call 542-2909 by Jan 19 for more information and reservations.

WHERE: LaBoiteaux Woods Nature Preserve

WHEN: Sat., January 21st, 9:00 -10:00 a.m

Adventures under Glass
   
Baby, it's cold outside! Except at Krohn; where it's warm and green. Our young campers ages 3 ½ - 5 and Park staff explore a new plant theme each Monday without crowds....Krohn is closed to the public on these Mondays! Scavenger hunts, songs, make and take crafts or projects, games and much more keep the preschoolers engaged and active in this 2 hour camp. Dress your child for the weather; we plan to go outside too!
January 23 theme: Winter Birds from Near and Far!
January 30 theme: Yummy Gifts from Trees!
February 6 theme: Scavenger Hunt Day!
Fee: $35 per camper.  
For more information,  call 231-8678.
 
WHERE: Krohn Conservatory
 
WHEN: January 23rd, 30th & February 6th, 10 am - 12 pm
 
Scavenger Hunt and Riddles

Come whirl with us and stay warm inside Carol Ann's Carousel, January 28, 2017 from 11 am-3:30 pm. Join us for fun Carousel scavenger riddle games! I'm a bird but I can't fly? Do you know the answer? Join us at the Carousel where the animals are waiting to play! 

 

WHERE:  Carol Ann's Carousel

WHEN: Maonday, January 28th, 11 am - 3:30 pm
The Nature of "Frozen" 
   
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to have the magical power of creating ice? Families can join us as we delve into the winter world of snow and frost - we'll discover how hail is formed, perform "cool" experiments and even go on an adventure hike looking for our frozen friends. Make and take crafts also included. Come dressed up but also bring a coat, hat and gloves for a good time in the cold!
Appropriate for ages 4 and up. Meet at the Nature Center. Fee: $10 per family (up to 4 children and 1-2 adults). Pre-registration required by Jan. 25. Call 861-3435 for registration or more information.

WHERE: Avon Woods Nature Preserve
 
WHEN: Sat., January 28th, 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.