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Natural Naturalist Animal Encounter

January 20, 2020 - January 20, 2020 @ 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Location

Heller Nature Center

2821 Ridge Road

Highland Park, IL 60035

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Description

What makes a mammal a mammal, or a bird a bird? Nature fans ages 6 and older will learn how an animal's “clothing” can tell us so many things about it. Meet live animals up close and get a chance to touch some.

Event Cost: $10.

Event Times: 2-4 p.m.

Additional Information

Website: http://www.hellernaturecenter.org

Age recommendation: Early Elementary (K-3), Late Elementary (4-5)

Neighborhood: North/Northwest Suburbs

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