Peace Valley Nature Center


Why Don't Birds Fall Out Of Trees

Why don't birds fall out of trees when they're sleeping? When birds "sit" on branches, tendons in the legs pull their claws into a closed position and lock the birds onto their perch. When awake, the bird "stands," unlocking the tendons to prepare to take off.

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IN-SCHOOL PROGRAMS


Think about it! Why not sponsor an indoor program at your child or grandchild's classroom?

Subjects include Lenape Stories & Games, Animal Adaptations, Skeletons, Geology, Food Web, and Birds. Each of these programs are one hour in length. A program brochure is available on request or [CLICK HERE].


PRESCHOOL PROGRAMS
Ages 2-6 years - Fun & Educational Outdoor Walk & Activities

ADVANCE REGISTRATION and PAYMENT ARE REQUIRED: To register, send title of program, child's name, age, parent or accompanying adult's name, phone number and fee to: Peace Valley Nature Center, 170 N. Chapman Road Doylestown, PA 18901

The fee is not refundable one week prior to the start of the program. Please make checks payable to Friends of PVNC. Your payment will secure and confirm your registration.

10:00-11:30 am
Tuesdays - September 14, 21, 28, October 5, Foul Weather Date Oct. 12
Wednesdays - September 15, 22, 29, October 6, Foul Weather Date Oct. 13
FEE $55 (members $45). Limit 2 children per adult.


KIT CREW

Ages 2 and 3 with caregiver
Class size: 5 Kits
Under 2 years, no charge

Snack and a great story! Then we venture outside for a dis-covery walk focusing on the theme of the story. We then return to the na-ture center to make an age-appropriate craft to take home. Search for animals' homes and hide-aways. Discover the fascinating world of worms, learn about a mouse and it's habitat. Who does live in that tall, tall grass?


GOSLING GANG

Ages 4-6 with caregiver
Class size: 7 children
Under 2 years, no charge.

A story, snack and walk on the wild side! We will investigate the world of in-sects, spiders and such, and trees and their leaves. We will explore pond life by dipping into the pond to discover who lives there. Great Outdoor Adventures!


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