* NRWA Summer Eco-Adventures

July—see specific weeks below, all programs run 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Based at the NRWA River Resource Center, 592 Main Street (Rt. 119) in Groton, MA

Summer is just around the corner. Give your child the gift of summer adventure outdoors with NRWA naturalists The NRWA is again offering is popular Summer Eco-Adventures for children ages 6 to 14. Choose from:

How do they Build That?! July 6 & 7, 2011 For ages 9-12
Explore the world of nature's greatest engineers including the beaver, muskrat, and Baltimore Oriole. Take the engineer's challenge and design and build your own shelter using natural materials.

It's a Bug's Life July 13 & 14, 2011 For ages 9-12
Get down and dirty with the wonderful world of insects as we explore the lives of bugs in a variety of water and land habitats. We will use nets, trowels, microscopes, and other fun science equipment to learn about these crafty creatures.

Wilderness Survival Week July 19-22, 2011 For ages 11- 14
Challenge yourself in nature with an adventurous four days of hiking, paddling, developing summer survival skills, exploring the inner world of our local river, woodlands and fields while making new friends. Outdoor adventure at its best!

Wild World of Water Week July 25-28, 2011 For ages 6-8
Escape the heat of summer with a fun-filled four days all about water!! Collect water critters, play water games, do water experiments, make mini-boats to race on mini streams, and come have a blast (while staying cool, of course!)

Programs are open to children from all communities. These programs run 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. each day, and are based at the NRWA River Resource Center, 592 Main Street (Rt. 119) in Groton, MA. There will be field trips to J. Harry Rich State Forest and the historic Williams Barn, both in Groton.

The cost per 2-day session is $85 for NRWA members and $100 for non-members. The cost per 4-day session is $170 for NRWA members and $200 for non-members. Pre-registration is required; space is limited. To register or for more information, please contact Lauren Noone, NRWA Eco-Adventures Coordinator, at (978) 448-0299, or emailLauren Noone.