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Young Naturalists programs are nature-based activities for kids aged 5 to 11 years and their families to participate in throughout the year. At least one parent or guardian must accompany your child on all Young Naturalists activities.<\/p>\n

Sandhill Crane Field Trip | FREE<\/h3>\n

Date<\/b>: October 3, 2026
\nVenue<\/strong>: south of Saskatoon<\/p>\n

Join a field trip to look for migrating Sandhill Cranes and other wildlife. Binoculars and a spotting scope will be available to demonstrate how these tools work to watch wildlife. Parent Advisory: Kids will be walking along the shoreline of the South Saskatchewan River. Space is limited, so email<\/a> to register. One parent\/guardian must accompany your child.<\/p>\n

Northern Saw-Whet Owl Field Trip<\/h3>\n

Date<\/b>: Limited Dates in October. Once registered, you will be given the dates as they are chosen.
\nVenue<\/strong>: You’ll be given the location upon registration.<\/p>\n

Join naturalists Martin Stoffel and Bruce Boldt to collect scientific information from migrating Saw-whet Owls.
\nThe banding station is very small, so our group size is limited on this field trip. This is will be later than the usual, so it might not be the best for younger kids. Space is limited, so email<\/a> to register. One parent\/guardian must accompany your child.<\/p>\n

Bird Feeder Workshop | $5 a child<\/h3>\n

Date<\/b>: November 14, 2026 | 1 PM
\nVenue<\/strong>: Affinity Learning Centre, Saskatoon Forestry Farm Park & Zoo<\/p>\n

Learn about how a bird feeder can be used for winter bird watching. Bring a hammer and build your own bird feeder to take home. Space is limited, so email<\/a> to register. One parent\/guardian must accompany your child.<\/p>\n

Upcoming Young Naturalists Events<\/h2>\n

Date<\/strong>: October and November, 2026
\nWebsite<\/strong>:\u00a0saskatoonnature.org\/saskatoon-young-naturalists<\/a>
\nE-mail to register<\/strong>: naturekids@saskatoonnature.org<\/a><\/p>\n

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Check out more ideas for family fun events on our busy events calendar<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Although we do our best to provide you with accurate information, all event details are subject to change. Please contact the facility to avoid disappointment.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Young Naturalists programs are nature-based activities for kids aged 5 to 11 years and their families to participate in throughout the year. At least one parent or guardian must accompany your child on all Young Naturalists activities. Sandhill Crane Field Trip | FREE Date: October 3, 2026 Venue: south of
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