Backpack Explorers for Children
MONDAYS, 10:00 am – 11:00 am
Come on an adventure! Children ages 3-5 and their caregivers learn together through science, art and stories with fun, hands-on activities. Explore the Museum’s nature trails and exhibitions with one of our incredible Museum educators. New themes weekly!
$15 per child. Members receive 10% discount. Non-members pay Museum admission for accompanying adult. $5 materials fee for siblings younger than 3 who participate in crafts.
Fall Classes 2025
Registration information coming soon!
October 6
OTTERLY AWESOME
Learn how fun a day in the life of an otter can be. Bounding, somersaulting and slip-sliding around the river, otters clearly know how to have a good time. Discover what makes these aquatic wonders so special.
October 13
WONDERFUL WIND
The High Desert is known for windy weather, but what else can we learn about wind using observation skills and experiments? Learn how animals use the wind and create wind crafts of your own!
October 20
SEEDS NEEDLES CONES
Long and pointy or round and shiny, we can learn a lot about trees from their leaves! Practice your observation skills by comparing leaves to pine needles and become a tree expert.
October 27
NIGHT CREATURES
Watch as the world comes to life in the moonlight! Visit the Forest at Night experience and learn which animals are awake in the dark.
November 3
CRITTER COLLAGE
Furry, feathery and scaly animals will inspire artistic creations. By exploring layering techniques of art, we will experiment with colors and textures to create our own masterpieces.
November 10
AUTUMN IMPRESSIONS
Let’s go outside and be inspired by nature. Discover the beauty of the changing colors as we use the great outdoors in the heart of autumn as inspiration for our artwork.
November 17
CAMOUFLAGE IS COOL
Can you see me now? Discover how predators stay unseen as we journey through exhibits to see hidden animals.
REFUND POLICY: Per High Desert Museum policy, no refunds can be issued. For more information or for questions, contact mcampbell@highdesertmuseum.org.
