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Bloomington Parks and Recreation's "Great Outdoors" programs introduce people of all ages to the mystery and beauty of our natural world.
All Great Outdoor program registration fees are per person, unless otherwise noted. Children under age 12 years must be accompanied by a registered adult. Programs occur both inside and outside, so please dress for the weather.
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Learn how to build soil health as the foundation of a healthy garden.
Blend herbal tea to help beat the winter blues.
Experience a guided night hike under the full moon.
Create small terrariums in glass jars to take home!
Learn about local frog species and how to identify their calls.
Learn about the adaptations of trickery animals use to survive!
Experience a guided meditative walk in one of our beautiful parks.
Learn to identify native trees in a beautiful setting around Griffy Lake.
Learn to identify sugar maple trees and techniques to harvest the sap.
Join a guided paddle to see the sunrise.
Create wildflower seed bombs to plant.
Learn about Leave No Trace while putting some principles into practice!
Learn a variety of ways to safely start a campfire.
After reading a book together, we will hit the trails and explore!
Learn about spring ephemerals on this easy hike!
Plant trees with the Citys urban forestry staff!
Join us to create your own eco-friendly birdfeeders.
