Youth Education

Party with SNCO’s birds of prey during this family program. You’ll learn all about what makes a raptor different from other birds while getting to know an owl, eagle, and falcon on a first-name basis. Your family will enjoy meeting a zookeeper, learning how they care for these special birds, and creating and testing out…

Gather your family and help kick off winter in SNSC's very own wonderland! SNCO will start out on a short nature hike to learn about the high desert’s winter animal residents. Then celebrate the season and help wildlife by making birdseed ornaments and garland. Last, but not least you’ll be able to share your love…

Start a Classroom Greenhouse! Grow plants in your classroom with a pop-up greenhouse! Participants of this workshop will receive a classroom greenhouse and materials to start seeding plants in the classroom. Guest speaker and former classroom teacher Dawn Alexander will share tips and tricks of utilizing this system in the classroom with students. Apply now!…

Explore the twilight wonder of wintertime in Sunriver as Sunriver Nature Center & Observatory sets off on a snowshoeing adventure in search of animal tracks and our favorite crepuscular critters. You will take a short hike around the lake and toward the Deschutes River in search of their nighttime residents. As the sun sets, you…

Take a tour of Oregon's burrowing birds and their habitats. What do Tufted Puffins, Leach's Storm-Petrels, Belted Kingfishers, Bank Swallows, Rough-winged Swallows, and Burrowing Owls have in common? They nest in Oregon and in unusual places: underground. Take a tour of the state's birds of burrows and their habitats-- from the Oregon Islands National Wildlife…

Enjoy a stroll along lake, forest, and meadow habitats guided by a naturalist. You will search for daytime residents of Lake Aspen and learn about all the local wildlife and habitats. This family-friendly program is suited for all ages. You'll be exploring along trails, so make sure to bring water and dress for the weather.…

Come learn about galaxies at SNCO! In this program, you and your family will learn about how galaxies form, how scientists classify them, and you will make your very own galaxy to take home. Pre-registration is required, and capacity is limited. This program will take place indoors and outdoors. This family program is for all…

Kids in our community who make and sell their own products & services. (with minimal help from parents). See fresh business ideas from young minds in our community. Come support these young entrepreneurs and empower them to dream big! There will be crafts, food, gifts, toys, games, and more! Bring: Friends and Cash FREE to…