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Family in Nature - Bugs, Bugs, Bugs!

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Bugs are silly, not scary! Join us to get a closer look the park's littlest residents. Nature based learning through games and crafts for families with children ages 2-5 (pre-registration required).

Description:

We are excited to invite families with 2-5-year-old children on an outdoor adventure to learn all about different aspects of nature around Deception Pass State Park. Family in Nature programs are offered in partnership with the Deception Pass State Park, Deception Pass Park Foundation, and the Fidalgo Nature School. Programs are scheduled for 90 minutes and are designed with fun and highly interactive experiences for the whole family. 

Time of event: 9:30 AM

ADA Accessible: Yes

Stroller Accessible: Yes

Registration Required: Yes - Register at Eventbrite

Registration opens on the 1st and 15th of every month for each subsequent program.

Directions

48.3931, -122.647319

Program location is included in the confirmation email from Eventbrite. 

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06 Dec

Ranger Hour - Star Stories

Washington State Parks is returning to the Oak Harbor Library for the third year for a fun program series called Ranger Hour!

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01 Jan

Deception Pass First Day Hike

First day hikers are welcome to the Cornet Bay Retreat Center at Deception Pass State Park for a fun morning of hikes. Starting at 9:00 AM, hikers are invited to enjoy warm drinks and snacks. At 9:30 AM hikers will then have the option select their preferred activity based on difficulty level. Hikes range in difficulty from easy to hard. All hikes are on and around Goose Rock and include some of the most popular trails in the park. Hikers can expect to see a variety of wildlife, experience old growth forest, and enjoy amazing views of the Salish Sea and rocky cliffs of Deception Pass.
17 Jan

Family in Nature - Deception Pass

Family in Nature is a fun and highly interactive, nature-based program designed for children ages 2 to 5 years old. Each session lasts approximately 90 minutes and focuses on various aspects of nature found in the park. The programs include story time, creative play, and parent-led activities and crafts. Our goal is to create a warm and welcoming space where you and your little ones can enjoy the wonders of Deception Pass together.