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Citizen Science Saturdays at Prairie Ridge

Citizen Science, Family Program Learn how YOU can contribute to science during our weekly citizen science walks 03/16/2013 - 10:30am

Computer Programming for Beginners

Workshop or Trip This course is designed to introduce basic programming skills to anyone interested in programming using the free and easy to use development environment, Microsoft Small Basic. 05/23/2013 - 6:30pm

Computer Programming for Beginners

Workshop or Trip This course is designed to introduce basic programming skills to anyone interested in programming using the free and easy to use development environment, Microsoft Small Basic. 06/20/2013 - 6:30pm

Creepy Crawlies

Summer Camp Find out about the fascinating role that insects and arthropods play in our global web of life! 07/08/2013 - 8:45am

Dragonfly Walk

Citizen Science, Family Program Join us at Prairie Ridge as we discover dragonflies 06/08/2013 - 1:00pm

Electronics for Beginners

Workshop or Trip Designed for the young and the young at heart… Come explore the basics of electricity, electronics and programming to build your own working gadget. 06/06/2013 - 6:30pm

Family Science Investigation - PCR: Polymerase Chain Reaction

Family Program Participants will learn the theory behind and perform a procedure known as Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR). PCR involves the amplification of a minute sample of DNA, and is used in a variety of research, forensic, medical and industrial applications. Based on a model research question, this program will take students through sample preparation, DNA amplification, visualization of PCR products through gel electrophoresis and data interpretation. 05/28/2013 - 2:00pm

Feathers, Gills, Claws, & Spines

Summer Camp Join us as we meet live animals and learn about animals that use special adaptations to survive in a wide variety of environments. 06/24/2013 - 1:30pm

Feathers, Gills, Claws, & Spines

Summer Camp Join us as we meet live animals and learn about animals that use special adaptations to survive in a wide variety of environments. 07/08/2013 - 1:30pm

Feathers, Gills, Claws, & Spines

Summer Camp Join us as we meet live animals and learn about animals that use special adaptations to survive in a wide variety of environments. 07/15/2013 - 8:45am

Field Herpetology

Summer Camp Campers will learn distinguishing features for groups of amphibians and reptiles as well as field identification, capture techniques, captive care, life cycles, and conservation. 07/29/2013 - 8:30am

Gardening for Wildlife

Workshop or Trip Learn about native plants and tranforming your yard into a haven for wildlife 05/22/2013 - 9:00am

Gardening for Wildlife

Workshop or Trip Learn more about native plants and how you can transform your yard into a haven for wildlife 05/22/2013 - 9:00am

Genetics and our Food Supply

Workshop or Trip In this workshop, teachers will connect cutting-edge research to current food issues. 07/18/2013 - 9:00am

Girls In Science Piedmont Ed-Venture

Summer Camp, Youth Science Program Summer Ed-Venture will engage girls in hands-on science experiences in the natural world and in the Museum. 06/24/2013 - 1:00pm

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