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Check-out a themed nature backpack at the Schrader Center and head-out on your own to explore! Each backpack contains everything you need to explore the pond, butterfly garden or forest. Includes a journal for observations.

Available 10am-5pm, Monday-Saturday and Noon-5pm Sunday, June 1 through August 14.

Backpack available may be limited by cleaning schedule. Please call 304-242-6855 to be sure of availability.

Free.

Explore nature as a family…

Replace your child’s screen time with green time! Our family nature programs bring families together for quality time learning about nature. So, get outside and explore! Activities ignite children’s interests in science and nature. Children socialize with other kids outside of a traditional classroom setting. They have a lot of fun, too. And parents meet and connect with other parents. Most of all, our programs instill a lifelong appreciation and respect for the natural world.

More about the Schrader Center:

The Schrader Center offers dozens of seasonal nature programs for all ages. Nature enthusiasts gather here to experience a sense of community around a shared love of nature. Preschoolers through adults enjoy our year-round nature activities. Our hands-on programs expand nature knowledge, promote outdoor discovery and foster lifelong learning.

Enjoy an early morning walk with the birds along the trials of Oglebay! A Schrader Center naturalist will point out identifying field marks and songs of the local birds that visit our feeders and trails. Binoculars and field guides provided.

Meets 8-9am Tuesdays, June 2 through August 11 at the Schrader Center. (Does not meet June 30.)

All ages welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Please wear appropriate shoes.

$5 per person. Free for OI members or those with activity wristbands.

Safety Guidelines:

Participants in summer programs at the Schrader Center can expect the following safety precautions and guidelines in response to the Coronavirus:

• Check-in will take place outside the Schrader Center on a first come, first served basis.
• 6’ of distance will be enforced for those who are not in the same household group.
• Household groups will be assigned their own exploration areas to maintain physical distancing.
• Household groups will be assigned their own program equipment which is disinfected before and after use.
• Hand sanitizer will be readily available.
• Instructors will be wearing face coverings when 6’ of distance cannot be met.
• Face coverings are recommended for each participant.

Explore nature as a family…

Replace your child’s screen time with green time! Our family nature programs bring families together for quality time learning about nature. So, get outside and explore! Activities ignite children’s interests in science and nature. Children socialize with other kids outside of a traditional classroom setting. They have a lot of fun, too. And parents meet and connect with other parents. Most of all, our programs instill a lifelong appreciation and respect for the natural world.

More about the Schrader Center:

The Schrader Center offers dozens of seasonal nature programs for all ages. Nature enthusiasts gather here to experience a sense of community around a shared love of nature. Preschoolers through adults enjoy our year-round nature activities. Our hands-on programs expand nature knowledge, promote outdoor discovery and foster lifelong learning.

Continue the tradition began in 1926 by naturalist A.B. Brooks with a nature walk along the trails of Oglebay.

A Schrader Center naturalist will guide you as we learn to identify animal tracks, flowers, birds, edible plants and other elements of forest ecology.

Available 1:15-2:15pm Tuesdays, June 2 through August 11. (Does not meet June 30.) All ages welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Please wear appropriate shoes.

$5 per person. Free for OI members or those with activity wristbands.

Safety Guidelines:

Participants in summer programs at the Schrader Center can expect the following safety precautions and guidelines in response to the Coronavirus:

• Check-in will take place outside the Schrader Center on a first come, first served basis.
• 6’ of distance will be enforced for those who are not in the same household group.
• Household groups will be assigned their own exploration areas to maintain physical distancing.
• Household groups will be assigned their own program equipment which is disinfected before and after use.
• Hand sanitizer will be readily available.
• Instructors will be wearing face coverings when 6’ of distance cannot be met.
• Face coverings are recommended for each participant.

Explore nature as a family…

Replace your child’s screen time with green time! Our family nature programs bring families together for quality time learning about nature. So, get outside and explore! Activities ignite children’s interests in science and nature. Children socialize with other kids outside of a traditional classroom setting. They have a lot of fun, too. And parents meet and connect with other parents. Most of all, our programs instill a lifelong appreciation and respect for the natural world.

More about the Schrader Center:

The Schrader Center offers dozens of seasonal nature programs for all ages. Nature enthusiasts gather here to experience a sense of community around a shared love of nature. Preschoolers through adults enjoy our year-round nature activities. Our hands-on programs expand nature knowledge, promote outdoor discovery and foster lifelong learning.

The only thing better than reading a book is reading it outside! Grab a book from our Children’s Library and find a cozy spot. Our Naturalist will connect the stories to the natural world around you. We’ll be sitting on the ground, so bring your own sitting blanket.

Available 10:15-11:15am Wednesdays, June 3 through August 12. In case of inclement weather, program will be held inside from 12:30-1pm. (Does not meet July 1).

All ages welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Please wear appropriate shoes.

$5 per person. Free for OI members or those with activity wristbands.

Safety Guidelines:

Participants in summer programs at the Schrader Center can expect the following safety precautions and guidelines in response to the Coronavirus:

• Check-in will take place outside the Schrader Center on a first come, first served basis.
• 6’ of distance will be enforced for those who are not in the same household group.
• Household groups will be assigned their own exploration areas to maintain physical distancing.
• Household groups will be assigned their own program equipment which is disinfected before and after use.
• Hand sanitizer will be readily available.
• Instructors will be wearing face coverings when 6’ of distance cannot be met.
• Face coverings are recommended for each participant.

Explore nature as a family…

Replace your child’s screen time with green time! Our family nature programs bring families together for quality time learning about nature. So, get outside and explore! Activities ignite children’s interests in science and nature. Children socialize with other kids outside of a traditional classroom setting. They have a lot of fun, too. And parents meet and connect with other parents. Most of all, our programs instill a lifelong appreciation and respect for the natural world.

More about the Schrader Center:

The Schrader Center offers dozens of seasonal nature programs for all ages. Nature enthusiasts gather here to experience a sense of community around a shared love of nature. Preschoolers through adults enjoy our year-round nature activities. Our hands-on programs expand nature knowledge, promote outdoor discovery and foster lifelong learning.

Join as we gently catch, study, and release salamanders, crayfish, aquatic insects and fish in Waddles Run. Nets and collection buckets provided. Wear boots and clothes that can get wet! Meets at pull-off by intersection of Warden Run Road and Falls Drive.

Available 2-3pm Wednesday, June 3 through August 12. (Does not meet July 1.)

Strollers and open-toed shoes or flip-flops are NOT recommended.  Rubber boots are recommended. All ages welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

$5 per person. Free for OI members or those with activity wristbands.

Safety Guidelines:

Participants in summer programs at the Schrader Center can expect the following safety precautions and guidelines in response to the Coronavirus:

• Check-in will take place outside the Schrader Center on a first come, first served basis.
• 6’ of distance will be enforced for those who are not in the same household group.
• Household groups will be assigned their own exploration areas to maintain physical distancing.
• Household groups will be assigned their own program equipment which is disinfected before and after use.
• Hand sanitizer will be readily available.
• Instructors will be wearing face coverings when 6’ of distance cannot be met.
• Face coverings are recommended for each participant.

Explore nature as a family…

Replace your child’s screen time with green time! Our family nature programs bring families together for quality time learning about nature. So, get outside and explore! Activities ignite children’s interests in science and nature. Children socialize with other kids outside of a traditional classroom setting. They have a lot of fun, too. And parents meet and connect with other parents. Most of all, our programs instill a lifelong appreciation and respect for the natural world.

More about the Schrader Center:

The Schrader Center offers dozens of seasonal nature programs for all ages. Nature enthusiasts gather here to experience a sense of community around a shared love of nature. Preschoolers through adults enjoy our year-round nature activities. Our hands-on programs expand nature knowledge, promote outdoor discovery and foster lifelong learning.

Get-up early for a morning bird walk along the trials of Oglebay. A Schrader Center naturalist will be your guide as we learn to identify local birds by song and sight during their most active hours. Binoculars provided.

Available 8-9am Thursdays, June 4 through August 13. (Does not meet July 2). All ages welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Please wear appropriate shoes. No flip-flops or strollers.

$5 per person. Free for OI members or those with activity wristbands.

Safety Guidelines:

Participants in summer programs at the Schrader Center can expect the following safety precautions and guidelines in response to the Coronavirus:

• Check-in will take place outside the Schrader Center on a first come, first served basis.
• 6’ of distance will be enforced for those who are not in the same household group.
• Household groups will be assigned their own exploration areas to maintain physical distancing.
• Household groups will be assigned their own program equipment which is disinfected before and after use.
• Hand sanitizer will be readily available.
• Instructors will be wearing face coverings when 6’ of distance cannot be met.
• Face coverings are recommended for each participant.

Explore nature as a family…

Replace your child’s screen time with green time! Our family nature programs bring families together for quality time learning about nature. So, get outside and explore! Activities ignite children’s interests in science and nature. Children socialize with other kids outside of a traditional classroom setting. They have a lot of fun, too. And parents meet and connect with other parents. Most of all, our programs instill a lifelong appreciation and respect for the natural world.

More about the Schrader Center:

The Schrader Center offers dozens of seasonal nature programs for all ages. Nature enthusiasts gather here to experience a sense of community around a shared love of nature. Preschoolers through adults enjoy our year-round nature activities. Our hands-on programs expand nature knowledge, promote outdoor discovery and foster lifelong learning.

Take an in-depth look at the natural history of the animal ambassadors who live at the Schrader Center. Meet our toads, turtles and snakes up close and personal while learning about their incredible adaptations. (In order to keep our visitors safe, participants will not be able to touch the animals this summer.)

Available 2:15-3pm Thursdays, June 4 through August 13. (Does not meet July 2.) All ages welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

$5 per person. No pre-registration required. Free for OI members or those with activity wristbands.

Safety Guidelines:

Participants in summer programs at the Schrader Center can expect the following safety precautions and guidelines in response to the Coronavirus:

• Check-in will take place outside the Schrader Center on a first come, first served basis.
• 6’ of distance will be enforced for those who are not in the same household group.
• Household groups will be assigned their own exploration areas to maintain physical distancing.
• Household groups will be assigned their own program equipment which is disinfected before and after use.
• Hand sanitizer will be readily available.
• Instructors will be wearing face coverings when 6’ of distance cannot be met.
• Face coverings are recommended for each participant.

Explore nature as a family…

Replace your child’s screen time with green time! Our family nature programs bring families together for quality time learning about nature. So, get outside and explore! Activities ignite children’s interests in science and nature. Children socialize with other kids outside of a traditional classroom setting. They have a lot of fun, too. And parents meet and connect with other parents. Most of all, our programs instill a lifelong appreciation and respect for the natural world.

More about the Schrader Center:

The Schrader Center offers dozens of seasonal nature programs for all ages. Nature enthusiasts gather here to experience a sense of community around a shared love of nature. Preschoolers through adults enjoy our year-round nature activities. Our hands-on programs expand nature knowledge, promote outdoor discovery and foster lifelong learning.

Due to the circumstances surrounding the COVID-19 virus, we will not be able to present this program in 2020.

Learn more about astronomy and the night sky from local astronomers Thursday evenings, June-August at Oglebay Park’s Speidel Observatory.

Available 9-11pm Thursdays, June 4 through August 13. (Program will not take place July 2.) All ages welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Parking is available at the Schrader Center.

Free. (Donations accepted.)

Safety Guidelines:

Participants in summer programs at the Schrader Center can expect the following safety precautions and guidelines in response to the Coronavirus:

• Check-in will take place outside the Schrader Center on a first come, first served basis.
• 6’ of distance will be enforced for those who are not in the same household group.
• Household groups will be assigned their own exploration areas to maintain physical distancing.
• Household groups will be assigned their own program equipment which is disinfected before and after use.
• Hand sanitizer will be readily available.
• Instructors will be wearing face coverings when 6’ of distance cannot be met.
• Face coverings are recommended for each participant.

Explore nature as a family…

Replace your child’s screen time with green time! Our family nature programs bring families together for quality time learning about nature. So, get outside and explore! Activities ignite children’s interests in science and nature. Children socialize with other kids outside of a traditional classroom setting. They have a lot of fun, too. And parents meet and connect with other parents. Most of all, our programs instill a lifelong appreciation and respect for the natural world.

More about the Schrader Center:

The Schrader Center offers dozens of seasonal nature programs for all ages. Nature enthusiasts gather here to experience a sense of community around a shared love of nature. Preschoolers through adults enjoy our year-round nature activities. Our hands-on programs expand nature knowledge, promote outdoor discovery and foster lifelong learning.

Join as we gently catch, study, and release salamanders, crayfish, aquatic insects and fish in Waddles Run. Nets and collection buckets provided. Wear boots and cloths that can get wet! Meets at pull-off by intersection of Warden Run Road and Falls Drive.

Available 1-2pm Fridays, June 5 through August 14. (Does not meet July 3.)

Strollers and open-toed shoes or flip-flops are NOT recommended.  Rubber boots are recommended. All ages welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

$5 per person. Free for OI members or those with activity wristbands.

Safety Guidelines:

Participants in summer programs at the Schrader Center can expect the following safety precautions and guidelines in response to the Coronavirus:

• Check-in will take place outside the Schrader Center on a first come, first served basis.
• 6’ of distance will be enforced for those who are not in the same household group.
• Household groups will be assigned their own exploration areas to maintain physical distancing.
• Household groups will be assigned their own program equipment which is disinfected before and after use.
• Hand sanitizer will be readily available.
• Instructors will be wearing face coverings when 6’ of distance cannot be met.
• Face coverings are recommended for each participant.

Explore nature as a family…

Replace your child’s screen time with green time! Our family nature programs bring families together for quality time learning about nature. So, get outside and explore! Activities ignite children’s interests in science and nature. Children socialize with other kids outside of a traditional classroom setting. They have a lot of fun, too. And parents meet and connect with other parents. Most of all, our programs instill a lifelong appreciation and respect for the natural world.

More about the Schrader Center:

The Schrader Center offers dozens of seasonal nature programs for all ages. Nature enthusiasts gather here to experience a sense of community around a shared love of nature. Preschoolers through adults enjoy our year-round nature activities. Our hands-on programs expand nature knowledge, promote outdoor discovery and foster lifelong learning.

Join us on our frog foray as we gently catch, study and release tadpoles, frogs, and turtles at Schenk Lake. Nets and collection buckets provided. Meets at parking lot by lower Schenk Lake, near the paddle boats.

Available 1:30-2:30pm Mondays, June 1 through August 10. (Does not meet June 29.)

Strollers and open-toed shoes or flip-flops are NOT recommended. Rubber boots are recommended. All ages welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

$5 per person. Free for OI members or those with activity wristbands.

Safety Guidelines:

Participants in summer programs at the Schrader Center can expect the following safety precautions and guidelines in response to the Coronavirus:

• Check-in will take place outside the Schrader Center on a first come, first served basis.
• 6’ of distance will be enforced for those who are not in the same household group.
• Household groups will be assigned their own exploration areas to maintain physical distancing.
• Household groups will be assigned their own program equipment which is disinfected before and after use.
• Hand sanitizer will be readily available.
• Instructors will be wearing face coverings when 6’ of distance cannot be met.
• Face coverings are recommended for each participant.

Explore nature as a family…

Replace your child’s screen time with green time! Our family nature programs bring families together for quality time learning about nature. So, get outside and explore! Activities ignite children’s interests in science and nature. Children socialize with other kids outside of a traditional classroom setting. They have a lot of fun, too. And parents meet and connect with other parents. Most of all, our programs instill a lifelong appreciation and respect for the natural world.

More about the Schrader Center:

The Schrader Center offers dozens of seasonal nature programs for all ages. Nature enthusiasts gather here to experience a sense of community around a shared love of nature. Preschoolers through adults enjoy our year-round nature activities. Our hands-on programs expand nature knowledge, promote outdoor discovery and foster lifelong learning.

Enjoy an early morning walk with the birds along the trials of Oglebay! A Schrader Center naturalist will point out identifying field marks and songs of the local birds that visit our feeders and trails. Binoculars and field guides provided.

Meets 8-9am Tuesdays, June 2 through August 11 at the Schrader Center. (Does not meet June 30.)

All ages welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Please wear appropriate shoes.

$5 per person. Free for OI members or those with activity wristbands.

Safety Guidelines:

Participants in summer programs at the Schrader Center can expect the following safety precautions and guidelines in response to the Coronavirus:

• Check-in will take place outside the Schrader Center on a first come, first served basis.
• 6’ of distance will be enforced for those who are not in the same household group.
• Household groups will be assigned their own exploration areas to maintain physical distancing.
• Household groups will be assigned their own program equipment which is disinfected before and after use.
• Hand sanitizer will be readily available.
• Instructors will be wearing face coverings when 6’ of distance cannot be met.
• Face coverings are recommended for each participant.

Explore nature as a family…

Replace your child’s screen time with green time! Our family nature programs bring families together for quality time learning about nature. So, get outside and explore! Activities ignite children’s interests in science and nature. Children socialize with other kids outside of a traditional classroom setting. They have a lot of fun, too. And parents meet and connect with other parents. Most of all, our programs instill a lifelong appreciation and respect for the natural world.

More about the Schrader Center:

The Schrader Center offers dozens of seasonal nature programs for all ages. Nature enthusiasts gather here to experience a sense of community around a shared love of nature. Preschoolers through adults enjoy our year-round nature activities. Our hands-on programs expand nature knowledge, promote outdoor discovery and foster lifelong learning.

Continue the tradition began in 1926 by naturalist A.B. Brooks with a nature walk along the trails of Oglebay.

A Schrader Center naturalist will guide you as we learn to identify animal tracks, flowers, birds, edible plants and other elements of forest ecology.

Available 1:15-2:15pm Tuesdays, June 2 through August 11. (Does not meet June 30.) All ages welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Please wear appropriate shoes.

$5 per person. Free for OI members or those with activity wristbands.

Safety Guidelines:

Participants in summer programs at the Schrader Center can expect the following safety precautions and guidelines in response to the Coronavirus:

• Check-in will take place outside the Schrader Center on a first come, first served basis.
• 6’ of distance will be enforced for those who are not in the same household group.
• Household groups will be assigned their own exploration areas to maintain physical distancing.
• Household groups will be assigned their own program equipment which is disinfected before and after use.
• Hand sanitizer will be readily available.
• Instructors will be wearing face coverings when 6’ of distance cannot be met.
• Face coverings are recommended for each participant.

Explore nature as a family…

Replace your child’s screen time with green time! Our family nature programs bring families together for quality time learning about nature. So, get outside and explore! Activities ignite children’s interests in science and nature. Children socialize with other kids outside of a traditional classroom setting. They have a lot of fun, too. And parents meet and connect with other parents. Most of all, our programs instill a lifelong appreciation and respect for the natural world.

More about the Schrader Center:

The Schrader Center offers dozens of seasonal nature programs for all ages. Nature enthusiasts gather here to experience a sense of community around a shared love of nature. Preschoolers through adults enjoy our year-round nature activities. Our hands-on programs expand nature knowledge, promote outdoor discovery and foster lifelong learning.

The only thing better than reading a book is reading it outside! Grab a book from our Children’s Library and find a cozy spot. Our Naturalist will connect the stories to the natural world around you. We’ll be sitting on the ground, so bring your own sitting blanket.

Available 10:15-11:15am Wednesdays, June 3 through August 12. In case of inclement weather, program will be held inside from 12:30-1pm. (Does not meet July 1).

All ages welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Please wear appropriate shoes.

$5 per person. Free for OI members or those with activity wristbands.

Safety Guidelines:

Participants in summer programs at the Schrader Center can expect the following safety precautions and guidelines in response to the Coronavirus:

• Check-in will take place outside the Schrader Center on a first come, first served basis.
• 6’ of distance will be enforced for those who are not in the same household group.
• Household groups will be assigned their own exploration areas to maintain physical distancing.
• Household groups will be assigned their own program equipment which is disinfected before and after use.
• Hand sanitizer will be readily available.
• Instructors will be wearing face coverings when 6’ of distance cannot be met.
• Face coverings are recommended for each participant.

Explore nature as a family…

Replace your child’s screen time with green time! Our family nature programs bring families together for quality time learning about nature. So, get outside and explore! Activities ignite children’s interests in science and nature. Children socialize with other kids outside of a traditional classroom setting. They have a lot of fun, too. And parents meet and connect with other parents. Most of all, our programs instill a lifelong appreciation and respect for the natural world.

More about the Schrader Center:

The Schrader Center offers dozens of seasonal nature programs for all ages. Nature enthusiasts gather here to experience a sense of community around a shared love of nature. Preschoolers through adults enjoy our year-round nature activities. Our hands-on programs expand nature knowledge, promote outdoor discovery and foster lifelong learning.

Join as we gently catch, study, and release salamanders, crayfish, aquatic insects and fish in Waddles Run. Nets and collection buckets provided. Wear boots and clothes that can get wet! Meets at pull-off by intersection of Warden Run Road and Falls Drive.

Available 2-3pm Wednesday, June 3 through August 12. (Does not meet July 1.)

Strollers and open-toed shoes or flip-flops are NOT recommended.  Rubber boots are recommended. All ages welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

$5 per person. Free for OI members or those with activity wristbands.

Safety Guidelines:

Participants in summer programs at the Schrader Center can expect the following safety precautions and guidelines in response to the Coronavirus:

• Check-in will take place outside the Schrader Center on a first come, first served basis.
• 6’ of distance will be enforced for those who are not in the same household group.
• Household groups will be assigned their own exploration areas to maintain physical distancing.
• Household groups will be assigned their own program equipment which is disinfected before and after use.
• Hand sanitizer will be readily available.
• Instructors will be wearing face coverings when 6’ of distance cannot be met.
• Face coverings are recommended for each participant.

Explore nature as a family…

Replace your child’s screen time with green time! Our family nature programs bring families together for quality time learning about nature. So, get outside and explore! Activities ignite children’s interests in science and nature. Children socialize with other kids outside of a traditional classroom setting. They have a lot of fun, too. And parents meet and connect with other parents. Most of all, our programs instill a lifelong appreciation and respect for the natural world.

More about the Schrader Center:

The Schrader Center offers dozens of seasonal nature programs for all ages. Nature enthusiasts gather here to experience a sense of community around a shared love of nature. Preschoolers through adults enjoy our year-round nature activities. Our hands-on programs expand nature knowledge, promote outdoor discovery and foster lifelong learning.

Get-up early for a morning bird walk along the trials of Oglebay. A Schrader Center naturalist will be your guide as we learn to identify local birds by song and sight during their most active hours. Binoculars provided.

Available 8-9am Thursdays, June 4 through August 13. (Does not meet July 2). All ages welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Please wear appropriate shoes. No flip-flops or strollers.

$5 per person. Free for OI members or those with activity wristbands.

Safety Guidelines:

Participants in summer programs at the Schrader Center can expect the following safety precautions and guidelines in response to the Coronavirus:

• Check-in will take place outside the Schrader Center on a first come, first served basis.
• 6’ of distance will be enforced for those who are not in the same household group.
• Household groups will be assigned their own exploration areas to maintain physical distancing.
• Household groups will be assigned their own program equipment which is disinfected before and after use.
• Hand sanitizer will be readily available.
• Instructors will be wearing face coverings when 6’ of distance cannot be met.
• Face coverings are recommended for each participant.

Explore nature as a family…

Replace your child’s screen time with green time! Our family nature programs bring families together for quality time learning about nature. So, get outside and explore! Activities ignite children’s interests in science and nature. Children socialize with other kids outside of a traditional classroom setting. They have a lot of fun, too. And parents meet and connect with other parents. Most of all, our programs instill a lifelong appreciation and respect for the natural world.

More about the Schrader Center:

The Schrader Center offers dozens of seasonal nature programs for all ages. Nature enthusiasts gather here to experience a sense of community around a shared love of nature. Preschoolers through adults enjoy our year-round nature activities. Our hands-on programs expand nature knowledge, promote outdoor discovery and foster lifelong learning.

Take an in-depth look at the natural history of the animal ambassadors who live at the Schrader Center. Meet our toads, turtles and snakes up close and personal while learning about their incredible adaptations. (In order to keep our visitors safe, participants will not be able to touch the animals this summer.)

Available 2:15-3pm Thursdays, June 4 through August 13. (Does not meet July 2.) All ages welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

$5 per person. No pre-registration required. Free for OI members or those with activity wristbands.

Safety Guidelines:

Participants in summer programs at the Schrader Center can expect the following safety precautions and guidelines in response to the Coronavirus:

• Check-in will take place outside the Schrader Center on a first come, first served basis.
• 6’ of distance will be enforced for those who are not in the same household group.
• Household groups will be assigned their own exploration areas to maintain physical distancing.
• Household groups will be assigned their own program equipment which is disinfected before and after use.
• Hand sanitizer will be readily available.
• Instructors will be wearing face coverings when 6’ of distance cannot be met.
• Face coverings are recommended for each participant.

Explore nature as a family…

Replace your child’s screen time with green time! Our family nature programs bring families together for quality time learning about nature. So, get outside and explore! Activities ignite children’s interests in science and nature. Children socialize with other kids outside of a traditional classroom setting. They have a lot of fun, too. And parents meet and connect with other parents. Most of all, our programs instill a lifelong appreciation and respect for the natural world.

More about the Schrader Center:

The Schrader Center offers dozens of seasonal nature programs for all ages. Nature enthusiasts gather here to experience a sense of community around a shared love of nature. Preschoolers through adults enjoy our year-round nature activities. Our hands-on programs expand nature knowledge, promote outdoor discovery and foster lifelong learning.

Is there anything more relaxing than sitting around a crackling campfire on a warm summer evening? Roast marshmallows and enjoy s’mores around a campfire outside the Schrader Center at Oglebay.

Available 8-9pm Thursday, June 11, June 25, July 9, July 23 and August 13. All ages welcome. (Program is canceled if raining.)

$5 per person. Free for OI members or those with activity wristbands.

Safety Guidelines:

Participants in summer programs at the Schrader Center can expect the following safety precautions and guidelines in response to the Coronavirus:

• Check-in will take place outside the Schrader Center on a first come, first served basis.
• 6’ of distance will be enforced for those who are not in the same household group.
• Household groups will be assigned their own exploration areas to maintain physical distancing.
• Household groups will be assigned their own program equipment which is disinfected before and after use.
• Hand sanitizer will be readily available.
• Instructors will be wearing face coverings when 6’ of distance cannot be met.
• Face coverings are recommended for each participant.

Explore nature as a family…

Replace your child’s screen time with green time! Our family nature programs bring families together for quality time learning about nature. So, get outside and explore! Activities ignite children’s interests in science and nature. Children socialize with other kids outside of a traditional classroom setting. They have a lot of fun, too. And parents meet and connect with other parents. Most of all, our programs instill a lifelong appreciation and respect for the natural world.

More about the Schrader Center:

The Schrader Center offers dozens of seasonal nature programs for all ages. Nature enthusiasts gather here to experience a sense of community around a shared love of nature. Preschoolers through adults enjoy our year-round nature activities. Our hands-on programs expand nature knowledge, promote outdoor discovery and foster lifelong learning.

Due to the circumstances surrounding the COVID-19 virus, we will not be able to present this program in 2020.

Learn more about astronomy and the night sky from local astronomers Thursday evenings, June-August at Oglebay Park’s Speidel Observatory.

Available 9-11pm Thursdays, June 4 through August 13. (Program will not take place July 2.) All ages welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Parking is available at the Schrader Center.

Free. (Donations accepted.)

Safety Guidelines:

Participants in summer programs at the Schrader Center can expect the following safety precautions and guidelines in response to the Coronavirus:

• Check-in will take place outside the Schrader Center on a first come, first served basis.
• 6’ of distance will be enforced for those who are not in the same household group.
• Household groups will be assigned their own exploration areas to maintain physical distancing.
• Household groups will be assigned their own program equipment which is disinfected before and after use.
• Hand sanitizer will be readily available.
• Instructors will be wearing face coverings when 6’ of distance cannot be met.
• Face coverings are recommended for each participant.

Explore nature as a family…

Replace your child’s screen time with green time! Our family nature programs bring families together for quality time learning about nature. So, get outside and explore! Activities ignite children’s interests in science and nature. Children socialize with other kids outside of a traditional classroom setting. They have a lot of fun, too. And parents meet and connect with other parents. Most of all, our programs instill a lifelong appreciation and respect for the natural world.

More about the Schrader Center:

The Schrader Center offers dozens of seasonal nature programs for all ages. Nature enthusiasts gather here to experience a sense of community around a shared love of nature. Preschoolers through adults enjoy our year-round nature activities. Our hands-on programs expand nature knowledge, promote outdoor discovery and foster lifelong learning.

Join as we gently catch, study, and release salamanders, crayfish, aquatic insects and fish in Waddles Run. Nets and collection buckets provided. Wear boots and cloths that can get wet! Meets at pull-off by intersection of Warden Run Road and Falls Drive.

Available 1-2pm Fridays, June 5 through August 14. (Does not meet July 3.)

Strollers and open-toed shoes or flip-flops are NOT recommended.  Rubber boots are recommended. All ages welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

$5 per person. Free for OI members or those with activity wristbands.

Safety Guidelines:

Participants in summer programs at the Schrader Center can expect the following safety precautions and guidelines in response to the Coronavirus:

• Check-in will take place outside the Schrader Center on a first come, first served basis.
• 6’ of distance will be enforced for those who are not in the same household group.
• Household groups will be assigned their own exploration areas to maintain physical distancing.
• Household groups will be assigned their own program equipment which is disinfected before and after use.
• Hand sanitizer will be readily available.
• Instructors will be wearing face coverings when 6’ of distance cannot be met.
• Face coverings are recommended for each participant.

Explore nature as a family…

Replace your child’s screen time with green time! Our family nature programs bring families together for quality time learning about nature. So, get outside and explore! Activities ignite children’s interests in science and nature. Children socialize with other kids outside of a traditional classroom setting. They have a lot of fun, too. And parents meet and connect with other parents. Most of all, our programs instill a lifelong appreciation and respect for the natural world.

More about the Schrader Center:

The Schrader Center offers dozens of seasonal nature programs for all ages. Nature enthusiasts gather here to experience a sense of community around a shared love of nature. Preschoolers through adults enjoy our year-round nature activities. Our hands-on programs expand nature knowledge, promote outdoor discovery and foster lifelong learning.

Join us on our frog foray as we gently catch, study and release tadpoles, frogs, and turtles at Schenk Lake. Nets and collection buckets provided. Meets at parking lot by lower Schenk Lake, near the paddle boats.

Available 1:30-2:30pm Mondays, June 1 through August 10. (Does not meet June 29.)

Strollers and open-toed shoes or flip-flops are NOT recommended. Rubber boots are recommended. All ages welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

$5 per person. Free for OI members or those with activity wristbands.

Safety Guidelines:

Participants in summer programs at the Schrader Center can expect the following safety precautions and guidelines in response to the Coronavirus:

• Check-in will take place outside the Schrader Center on a first come, first served basis.
• 6’ of distance will be enforced for those who are not in the same household group.
• Household groups will be assigned their own exploration areas to maintain physical distancing.
• Household groups will be assigned their own program equipment which is disinfected before and after use.
• Hand sanitizer will be readily available.
• Instructors will be wearing face coverings when 6’ of distance cannot be met.
• Face coverings are recommended for each participant.

Explore nature as a family…

Replace your child’s screen time with green time! Our family nature programs bring families together for quality time learning about nature. So, get outside and explore! Activities ignite children’s interests in science and nature. Children socialize with other kids outside of a traditional classroom setting. They have a lot of fun, too. And parents meet and connect with other parents. Most of all, our programs instill a lifelong appreciation and respect for the natural world.

More about the Schrader Center:

The Schrader Center offers dozens of seasonal nature programs for all ages. Nature enthusiasts gather here to experience a sense of community around a shared love of nature. Preschoolers through adults enjoy our year-round nature activities. Our hands-on programs expand nature knowledge, promote outdoor discovery and foster lifelong learning.

Enjoy an early morning walk with the birds along the trials of Oglebay! A Schrader Center naturalist will point out identifying field marks and songs of the local birds that visit our feeders and trails. Binoculars and field guides provided.

Meets 8-9am Tuesdays, June 2 through August 11 at the Schrader Center. (Does not meet June 30.)

All ages welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Please wear appropriate shoes.

$5 per person. Free for OI members or those with activity wristbands.

Safety Guidelines:

Participants in summer programs at the Schrader Center can expect the following safety precautions and guidelines in response to the Coronavirus:

• Check-in will take place outside the Schrader Center on a first come, first served basis.
• 6’ of distance will be enforced for those who are not in the same household group.
• Household groups will be assigned their own exploration areas to maintain physical distancing.
• Household groups will be assigned their own program equipment which is disinfected before and after use.
• Hand sanitizer will be readily available.
• Instructors will be wearing face coverings when 6’ of distance cannot be met.
• Face coverings are recommended for each participant.

Explore nature as a family…

Replace your child’s screen time with green time! Our family nature programs bring families together for quality time learning about nature. So, get outside and explore! Activities ignite children’s interests in science and nature. Children socialize with other kids outside of a traditional classroom setting. They have a lot of fun, too. And parents meet and connect with other parents. Most of all, our programs instill a lifelong appreciation and respect for the natural world.

More about the Schrader Center:

The Schrader Center offers dozens of seasonal nature programs for all ages. Nature enthusiasts gather here to experience a sense of community around a shared love of nature. Preschoolers through adults enjoy our year-round nature activities. Our hands-on programs expand nature knowledge, promote outdoor discovery and foster lifelong learning.

Continue the tradition began in 1926 by naturalist A.B. Brooks with a nature walk along the trails of Oglebay.

A Schrader Center naturalist will guide you as we learn to identify animal tracks, flowers, birds, edible plants and other elements of forest ecology.

Available 1:15-2:15pm Tuesdays, June 2 through August 11. (Does not meet June 30.) All ages welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Please wear appropriate shoes.

$5 per person. Free for OI members or those with activity wristbands.

Safety Guidelines:

Participants in summer programs at the Schrader Center can expect the following safety precautions and guidelines in response to the Coronavirus:

• Check-in will take place outside the Schrader Center on a first come, first served basis.
• 6’ of distance will be enforced for those who are not in the same household group.
• Household groups will be assigned their own exploration areas to maintain physical distancing.
• Household groups will be assigned their own program equipment which is disinfected before and after use.
• Hand sanitizer will be readily available.
• Instructors will be wearing face coverings when 6’ of distance cannot be met.
• Face coverings are recommended for each participant.

Explore nature as a family…

Replace your child’s screen time with green time! Our family nature programs bring families together for quality time learning about nature. So, get outside and explore! Activities ignite children’s interests in science and nature. Children socialize with other kids outside of a traditional classroom setting. They have a lot of fun, too. And parents meet and connect with other parents. Most of all, our programs instill a lifelong appreciation and respect for the natural world.

More about the Schrader Center:

The Schrader Center offers dozens of seasonal nature programs for all ages. Nature enthusiasts gather here to experience a sense of community around a shared love of nature. Preschoolers through adults enjoy our year-round nature activities. Our hands-on programs expand nature knowledge, promote outdoor discovery and foster lifelong learning.

The only thing better than reading a book is reading it outside! Grab a book from our Children’s Library and find a cozy spot. Our Naturalist will connect the stories to the natural world around you. We’ll be sitting on the ground, so bring your own sitting blanket.

Available 10:15-11:15am Wednesdays, June 3 through August 12. In case of inclement weather, program will be held inside from 12:30-1pm. (Does not meet July 1).

All ages welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Please wear appropriate shoes.

$5 per person. Free for OI members or those with activity wristbands.

Safety Guidelines:

Participants in summer programs at the Schrader Center can expect the following safety precautions and guidelines in response to the Coronavirus:

• Check-in will take place outside the Schrader Center on a first come, first served basis.
• 6’ of distance will be enforced for those who are not in the same household group.
• Household groups will be assigned their own exploration areas to maintain physical distancing.
• Household groups will be assigned their own program equipment which is disinfected before and after use.
• Hand sanitizer will be readily available.
• Instructors will be wearing face coverings when 6’ of distance cannot be met.
• Face coverings are recommended for each participant.

Explore nature as a family…

Replace your child’s screen time with green time! Our family nature programs bring families together for quality time learning about nature. So, get outside and explore! Activities ignite children’s interests in science and nature. Children socialize with other kids outside of a traditional classroom setting. They have a lot of fun, too. And parents meet and connect with other parents. Most of all, our programs instill a lifelong appreciation and respect for the natural world.

More about the Schrader Center:

The Schrader Center offers dozens of seasonal nature programs for all ages. Nature enthusiasts gather here to experience a sense of community around a shared love of nature. Preschoolers through adults enjoy our year-round nature activities. Our hands-on programs expand nature knowledge, promote outdoor discovery and foster lifelong learning.

Join as we gently catch, study, and release salamanders, crayfish, aquatic insects and fish in Waddles Run. Nets and collection buckets provided. Wear boots and clothes that can get wet! Meets at pull-off by intersection of Warden Run Road and Falls Drive.

Available 2-3pm Wednesday, June 3 through August 12. (Does not meet July 1.)

Strollers and open-toed shoes or flip-flops are NOT recommended.  Rubber boots are recommended. All ages welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

$5 per person. Free for OI members or those with activity wristbands.

Safety Guidelines:

Participants in summer programs at the Schrader Center can expect the following safety precautions and guidelines in response to the Coronavirus:

• Check-in will take place outside the Schrader Center on a first come, first served basis.
• 6’ of distance will be enforced for those who are not in the same household group.
• Household groups will be assigned their own exploration areas to maintain physical distancing.
• Household groups will be assigned their own program equipment which is disinfected before and after use.
• Hand sanitizer will be readily available.
• Instructors will be wearing face coverings when 6’ of distance cannot be met.
• Face coverings are recommended for each participant.

Explore nature as a family…

Replace your child’s screen time with green time! Our family nature programs bring families together for quality time learning about nature. So, get outside and explore! Activities ignite children’s interests in science and nature. Children socialize with other kids outside of a traditional classroom setting. They have a lot of fun, too. And parents meet and connect with other parents. Most of all, our programs instill a lifelong appreciation and respect for the natural world.

More about the Schrader Center:

The Schrader Center offers dozens of seasonal nature programs for all ages. Nature enthusiasts gather here to experience a sense of community around a shared love of nature. Preschoolers through adults enjoy our year-round nature activities. Our hands-on programs expand nature knowledge, promote outdoor discovery and foster lifelong learning.

Get-up early for a morning bird walk along the trials of Oglebay. A Schrader Center naturalist will be your guide as we learn to identify local birds by song and sight during their most active hours. Binoculars provided.

Available 8-9am Thursdays, June 4 through August 13. (Does not meet July 2). All ages welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Please wear appropriate shoes. No flip-flops or strollers.

$5 per person. Free for OI members or those with activity wristbands.

Safety Guidelines:

Participants in summer programs at the Schrader Center can expect the following safety precautions and guidelines in response to the Coronavirus:

• Check-in will take place outside the Schrader Center on a first come, first served basis.
• 6’ of distance will be enforced for those who are not in the same household group.
• Household groups will be assigned their own exploration areas to maintain physical distancing.
• Household groups will be assigned their own program equipment which is disinfected before and after use.
• Hand sanitizer will be readily available.
• Instructors will be wearing face coverings when 6’ of distance cannot be met.
• Face coverings are recommended for each participant.

Explore nature as a family…

Replace your child’s screen time with green time! Our family nature programs bring families together for quality time learning about nature. So, get outside and explore! Activities ignite children’s interests in science and nature. Children socialize with other kids outside of a traditional classroom setting. They have a lot of fun, too. And parents meet and connect with other parents. Most of all, our programs instill a lifelong appreciation and respect for the natural world.

More about the Schrader Center:

The Schrader Center offers dozens of seasonal nature programs for all ages. Nature enthusiasts gather here to experience a sense of community around a shared love of nature. Preschoolers through adults enjoy our year-round nature activities. Our hands-on programs expand nature knowledge, promote outdoor discovery and foster lifelong learning.

Take an in-depth look at the natural history of the animal ambassadors who live at the Schrader Center. Meet our toads, turtles and snakes up close and personal while learning about their incredible adaptations. (In order to keep our visitors safe, participants will not be able to touch the animals this summer.)

Available 2:15-3pm Thursdays, June 4 through August 13. (Does not meet July 2.) All ages welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

$5 per person. No pre-registration required. Free for OI members or those with activity wristbands.

Safety Guidelines:

Participants in summer programs at the Schrader Center can expect the following safety precautions and guidelines in response to the Coronavirus:

• Check-in will take place outside the Schrader Center on a first come, first served basis.
• 6’ of distance will be enforced for those who are not in the same household group.
• Household groups will be assigned their own exploration areas to maintain physical distancing.
• Household groups will be assigned their own program equipment which is disinfected before and after use.
• Hand sanitizer will be readily available.
• Instructors will be wearing face coverings when 6’ of distance cannot be met.
• Face coverings are recommended for each participant.

Explore nature as a family…

Replace your child’s screen time with green time! Our family nature programs bring families together for quality time learning about nature. So, get outside and explore! Activities ignite children’s interests in science and nature. Children socialize with other kids outside of a traditional classroom setting. They have a lot of fun, too. And parents meet and connect with other parents. Most of all, our programs instill a lifelong appreciation and respect for the natural world.

More about the Schrader Center:

The Schrader Center offers dozens of seasonal nature programs for all ages. Nature enthusiasts gather here to experience a sense of community around a shared love of nature. Preschoolers through adults enjoy our year-round nature activities. Our hands-on programs expand nature knowledge, promote outdoor discovery and foster lifelong learning.

Due to the circumstances surrounding the COVID-19 virus, we will not be able to present this program in 2020.

Learn more about astronomy and the night sky from local astronomers Thursday evenings, June-August at Oglebay Park’s Speidel Observatory.

Available 9-11pm Thursdays, June 4 through August 13. (Program will not take place July 2.) All ages welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Parking is available at the Schrader Center.

Free. (Donations accepted.)

Safety Guidelines:

Participants in summer programs at the Schrader Center can expect the following safety precautions and guidelines in response to the Coronavirus:

• Check-in will take place outside the Schrader Center on a first come, first served basis.
• 6’ of distance will be enforced for those who are not in the same household group.
• Household groups will be assigned their own exploration areas to maintain physical distancing.
• Household groups will be assigned their own program equipment which is disinfected before and after use.
• Hand sanitizer will be readily available.
• Instructors will be wearing face coverings when 6’ of distance cannot be met.
• Face coverings are recommended for each participant.

Explore nature as a family…

Replace your child’s screen time with green time! Our family nature programs bring families together for quality time learning about nature. So, get outside and explore! Activities ignite children’s interests in science and nature. Children socialize with other kids outside of a traditional classroom setting. They have a lot of fun, too. And parents meet and connect with other parents. Most of all, our programs instill a lifelong appreciation and respect for the natural world.

More about the Schrader Center:

The Schrader Center offers dozens of seasonal nature programs for all ages. Nature enthusiasts gather here to experience a sense of community around a shared love of nature. Preschoolers through adults enjoy our year-round nature activities. Our hands-on programs expand nature knowledge, promote outdoor discovery and foster lifelong learning.

Join as we gently catch, study, and release salamanders, crayfish, aquatic insects and fish in Waddles Run. Nets and collection buckets provided. Wear boots and cloths that can get wet! Meets at pull-off by intersection of Warden Run Road and Falls Drive.

Available 1-2pm Fridays, June 5 through August 14. (Does not meet July 3.)

Strollers and open-toed shoes or flip-flops are NOT recommended.  Rubber boots are recommended. All ages welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

$5 per person. Free for OI members or those with activity wristbands.

Safety Guidelines:

Participants in summer programs at the Schrader Center can expect the following safety precautions and guidelines in response to the Coronavirus:

• Check-in will take place outside the Schrader Center on a first come, first served basis.
• 6’ of distance will be enforced for those who are not in the same household group.
• Household groups will be assigned their own exploration areas to maintain physical distancing.
• Household groups will be assigned their own program equipment which is disinfected before and after use.
• Hand sanitizer will be readily available.
• Instructors will be wearing face coverings when 6’ of distance cannot be met.
• Face coverings are recommended for each participant.

Explore nature as a family…

Replace your child’s screen time with green time! Our family nature programs bring families together for quality time learning about nature. So, get outside and explore! Activities ignite children’s interests in science and nature. Children socialize with other kids outside of a traditional classroom setting. They have a lot of fun, too. And parents meet and connect with other parents. Most of all, our programs instill a lifelong appreciation and respect for the natural world.

More about the Schrader Center:

The Schrader Center offers dozens of seasonal nature programs for all ages. Nature enthusiasts gather here to experience a sense of community around a shared love of nature. Preschoolers through adults enjoy our year-round nature activities. Our hands-on programs expand nature knowledge, promote outdoor discovery and foster lifelong learning.

Check-out a themed nature backpack at the Schrader Center and head-out on your own to explore! Each backpack contains everything you need to explore the pond, butterfly garden or forest. Includes a journal for observations.

Available 10am-5pm, Monday-Saturday and Noon-5pm Sunday, June 1 through August 14.

Backpack available may be limited by cleaning schedule. Please call 304-242-6855 to be sure of availability.

Free.

Explore nature as a family…

Replace your child’s screen time with green time! Our family nature programs bring families together for quality time learning about nature. So, get outside and explore! Activities ignite children’s interests in science and nature. Children socialize with other kids outside of a traditional classroom setting. They have a lot of fun, too. And parents meet and connect with other parents. Most of all, our programs instill a lifelong appreciation and respect for the natural world.

More about the Schrader Center:

The Schrader Center offers dozens of seasonal nature programs for all ages. Nature enthusiasts gather here to experience a sense of community around a shared love of nature. Preschoolers through adults enjoy our year-round nature activities. Our hands-on programs expand nature knowledge, promote outdoor discovery and foster lifelong learning.

Join us on our frog foray as we gently catch, study and release tadpoles, frogs, and turtles at Schenk Lake. Nets and collection buckets provided. Meets at parking lot by lower Schenk Lake, near the paddle boats.

Available 1:30-2:30pm Mondays, June 1 through August 10. (Does not meet June 29.)

Strollers and open-toed shoes or flip-flops are NOT recommended. Rubber boots are recommended. All ages welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

$5 per person. Free for OI members or those with activity wristbands.

Safety Guidelines:

Participants in summer programs at the Schrader Center can expect the following safety precautions and guidelines in response to the Coronavirus:

• Check-in will take place outside the Schrader Center on a first come, first served basis.
• 6’ of distance will be enforced for those who are not in the same household group.
• Household groups will be assigned their own exploration areas to maintain physical distancing.
• Household groups will be assigned their own program equipment which is disinfected before and after use.
• Hand sanitizer will be readily available.
• Instructors will be wearing face coverings when 6’ of distance cannot be met.
• Face coverings are recommended for each participant.

Explore nature as a family…

Replace your child’s screen time with green time! Our family nature programs bring families together for quality time learning about nature. So, get outside and explore! Activities ignite children’s interests in science and nature. Children socialize with other kids outside of a traditional classroom setting. They have a lot of fun, too. And parents meet and connect with other parents. Most of all, our programs instill a lifelong appreciation and respect for the natural world.

More about the Schrader Center:

The Schrader Center offers dozens of seasonal nature programs for all ages. Nature enthusiasts gather here to experience a sense of community around a shared love of nature. Preschoolers through adults enjoy our year-round nature activities. Our hands-on programs expand nature knowledge, promote outdoor discovery and foster lifelong learning.

Enjoy an early morning walk with the birds along the trials of Oglebay! A Schrader Center naturalist will point out identifying field marks and songs of the local birds that visit our feeders and trails. Binoculars and field guides provided.

Meets 8-9am Tuesdays, June 2 through August 11 at the Schrader Center. (Does not meet June 30.)

All ages welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Please wear appropriate shoes.

$5 per person. Free for OI members or those with activity wristbands.

Safety Guidelines:

Participants in summer programs at the Schrader Center can expect the following safety precautions and guidelines in response to the Coronavirus:

• Check-in will take place outside the Schrader Center on a first come, first served basis.
• 6’ of distance will be enforced for those who are not in the same household group.
• Household groups will be assigned their own exploration areas to maintain physical distancing.
• Household groups will be assigned their own program equipment which is disinfected before and after use.
• Hand sanitizer will be readily available.
• Instructors will be wearing face coverings when 6’ of distance cannot be met.
• Face coverings are recommended for each participant.

Explore nature as a family…

Replace your child’s screen time with green time! Our family nature programs bring families together for quality time learning about nature. So, get outside and explore! Activities ignite children’s interests in science and nature. Children socialize with other kids outside of a traditional classroom setting. They have a lot of fun, too. And parents meet and connect with other parents. Most of all, our programs instill a lifelong appreciation and respect for the natural world.

More about the Schrader Center:

The Schrader Center offers dozens of seasonal nature programs for all ages. Nature enthusiasts gather here to experience a sense of community around a shared love of nature. Preschoolers through adults enjoy our year-round nature activities. Our hands-on programs expand nature knowledge, promote outdoor discovery and foster lifelong learning.

The only thing better than reading a book is reading it outside! Grab a book from our Children’s Library and find a cozy spot. Our Naturalist will connect the stories to the natural world around you. We’ll be sitting on the ground, so bring your own sitting blanket.

Available 10:15-11:15am Wednesdays, June 3 through August 12. In case of inclement weather, program will be held inside from 12:30-1pm. (Does not meet July 1).

All ages welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Please wear appropriate shoes.

$5 per person. Free for OI members or those with activity wristbands.

Safety Guidelines:

Participants in summer programs at the Schrader Center can expect the following safety precautions and guidelines in response to the Coronavirus:

• Check-in will take place outside the Schrader Center on a first come, first served basis.
• 6’ of distance will be enforced for those who are not in the same household group.
• Household groups will be assigned their own exploration areas to maintain physical distancing.
• Household groups will be assigned their own program equipment which is disinfected before and after use.
• Hand sanitizer will be readily available.
• Instructors will be wearing face coverings when 6’ of distance cannot be met.
• Face coverings are recommended for each participant.

Explore nature as a family…

Replace your child’s screen time with green time! Our family nature programs bring families together for quality time learning about nature. So, get outside and explore! Activities ignite children’s interests in science and nature. Children socialize with other kids outside of a traditional classroom setting. They have a lot of fun, too. And parents meet and connect with other parents. Most of all, our programs instill a lifelong appreciation and respect for the natural world.

More about the Schrader Center:

The Schrader Center offers dozens of seasonal nature programs for all ages. Nature enthusiasts gather here to experience a sense of community around a shared love of nature. Preschoolers through adults enjoy our year-round nature activities. Our hands-on programs expand nature knowledge, promote outdoor discovery and foster lifelong learning.

Continue the tradition began in 1926 by naturalist A.B. Brooks with a nature walk along the trails of Oglebay.

A Schrader Center naturalist will guide you as we learn to identify animal tracks, flowers, birds, edible plants and other elements of forest ecology.

Available 1:15-2:15pm Tuesdays, June 2 through August 11. (Does not meet June 30.) All ages welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Please wear appropriate shoes.

$5 per person. Free for OI members or those with activity wristbands.

Safety Guidelines:

Participants in summer programs at the Schrader Center can expect the following safety precautions and guidelines in response to the Coronavirus:

• Check-in will take place outside the Schrader Center on a first come, first served basis.
• 6’ of distance will be enforced for those who are not in the same household group.
• Household groups will be assigned their own exploration areas to maintain physical distancing.
• Household groups will be assigned their own program equipment which is disinfected before and after use.
• Hand sanitizer will be readily available.
• Instructors will be wearing face coverings when 6’ of distance cannot be met.
• Face coverings are recommended for each participant.

Explore nature as a family…

Replace your child’s screen time with green time! Our family nature programs bring families together for quality time learning about nature. So, get outside and explore! Activities ignite children’s interests in science and nature. Children socialize with other kids outside of a traditional classroom setting. They have a lot of fun, too. And parents meet and connect with other parents. Most of all, our programs instill a lifelong appreciation and respect for the natural world.

More about the Schrader Center:

The Schrader Center offers dozens of seasonal nature programs for all ages. Nature enthusiasts gather here to experience a sense of community around a shared love of nature. Preschoolers through adults enjoy our year-round nature activities. Our hands-on programs expand nature knowledge, promote outdoor discovery and foster lifelong learning.

Join as we gently catch, study, and release salamanders, crayfish, aquatic insects and fish in Waddles Run. Nets and collection buckets provided. Wear boots and clothes that can get wet! Meets at pull-off by intersection of Warden Run Road and Falls Drive.

Available 2-3pm Wednesday, June 3 through August 12. (Does not meet July 1.)

Strollers and open-toed shoes or flip-flops are NOT recommended.  Rubber boots are recommended. All ages welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

$5 per person. Free for OI members or those with activity wristbands.

Safety Guidelines:

Participants in summer programs at the Schrader Center can expect the following safety precautions and guidelines in response to the Coronavirus:

• Check-in will take place outside the Schrader Center on a first come, first served basis.
• 6’ of distance will be enforced for those who are not in the same household group.
• Household groups will be assigned their own exploration areas to maintain physical distancing.
• Household groups will be assigned their own program equipment which is disinfected before and after use.
• Hand sanitizer will be readily available.
• Instructors will be wearing face coverings when 6’ of distance cannot be met.
• Face coverings are recommended for each participant.

Explore nature as a family…

Replace your child’s screen time with green time! Our family nature programs bring families together for quality time learning about nature. So, get outside and explore! Activities ignite children’s interests in science and nature. Children socialize with other kids outside of a traditional classroom setting. They have a lot of fun, too. And parents meet and connect with other parents. Most of all, our programs instill a lifelong appreciation and respect for the natural world.

More about the Schrader Center:

The Schrader Center offers dozens of seasonal nature programs for all ages. Nature enthusiasts gather here to experience a sense of community around a shared love of nature. Preschoolers through adults enjoy our year-round nature activities. Our hands-on programs expand nature knowledge, promote outdoor discovery and foster lifelong learning.

Get-up early for a morning bird walk along the trials of Oglebay. A Schrader Center naturalist will be your guide as we learn to identify local birds by song and sight during their most active hours. Binoculars provided.

Available 8-9am Thursdays, June 4 through August 13. (Does not meet July 2). All ages welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Please wear appropriate shoes. No flip-flops or strollers.

$5 per person. Free for OI members or those with activity wristbands.

Safety Guidelines:

Participants in summer programs at the Schrader Center can expect the following safety precautions and guidelines in response to the Coronavirus:

• Check-in will take place outside the Schrader Center on a first come, first served basis.
• 6’ of distance will be enforced for those who are not in the same household group.
• Household groups will be assigned their own exploration areas to maintain physical distancing.
• Household groups will be assigned their own program equipment which is disinfected before and after use.
• Hand sanitizer will be readily available.
• Instructors will be wearing face coverings when 6’ of distance cannot be met.
• Face coverings are recommended for each participant.

Explore nature as a family…

Replace your child’s screen time with green time! Our family nature programs bring families together for quality time learning about nature. So, get outside and explore! Activities ignite children’s interests in science and nature. Children socialize with other kids outside of a traditional classroom setting. They have a lot of fun, too. And parents meet and connect with other parents. Most of all, our programs instill a lifelong appreciation and respect for the natural world.

More about the Schrader Center:

The Schrader Center offers dozens of seasonal nature programs for all ages. Nature enthusiasts gather here to experience a sense of community around a shared love of nature. Preschoolers through adults enjoy our year-round nature activities. Our hands-on programs expand nature knowledge, promote outdoor discovery and foster lifelong learning.

Take an in-depth look at the natural history of the animal ambassadors who live at the Schrader Center. Meet our toads, turtles and snakes up close and personal while learning about their incredible adaptations. (In order to keep our visitors safe, participants will not be able to touch the animals this summer.)

Available 2:15-3pm Thursdays, June 4 through August 13. (Does not meet July 2.) All ages welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

$5 per person. No pre-registration required. Free for OI members or those with activity wristbands.

Safety Guidelines:

Participants in summer programs at the Schrader Center can expect the following safety precautions and guidelines in response to the Coronavirus:

• Check-in will take place outside the Schrader Center on a first come, first served basis.
• 6’ of distance will be enforced for those who are not in the same household group.
• Household groups will be assigned their own exploration areas to maintain physical distancing.
• Household groups will be assigned their own program equipment which is disinfected before and after use.
• Hand sanitizer will be readily available.
• Instructors will be wearing face coverings when 6’ of distance cannot be met.
• Face coverings are recommended for each participant.

Explore nature as a family…

Replace your child’s screen time with green time! Our family nature programs bring families together for quality time learning about nature. So, get outside and explore! Activities ignite children’s interests in science and nature. Children socialize with other kids outside of a traditional classroom setting. They have a lot of fun, too. And parents meet and connect with other parents. Most of all, our programs instill a lifelong appreciation and respect for the natural world.

More about the Schrader Center:

The Schrader Center offers dozens of seasonal nature programs for all ages. Nature enthusiasts gather here to experience a sense of community around a shared love of nature. Preschoolers through adults enjoy our year-round nature activities. Our hands-on programs expand nature knowledge, promote outdoor discovery and foster lifelong learning.

Due to the circumstances surrounding the COVID-19 virus, we will not be able to present this program in 2020.

Learn more about astronomy and the night sky from local astronomers Thursday evenings, June-August at Oglebay Park’s Speidel Observatory.

Available 9-11pm Thursdays, June 4 through August 13. (Program will not take place July 2.) All ages welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Parking is available at the Schrader Center.

Free. (Donations accepted.)

Safety Guidelines:

Participants in summer programs at the Schrader Center can expect the following safety precautions and guidelines in response to the Coronavirus:

• Check-in will take place outside the Schrader Center on a first come, first served basis.
• 6’ of distance will be enforced for those who are not in the same household group.
• Household groups will be assigned their own exploration areas to maintain physical distancing.
• Household groups will be assigned their own program equipment which is disinfected before and after use.
• Hand sanitizer will be readily available.
• Instructors will be wearing face coverings when 6’ of distance cannot be met.
• Face coverings are recommended for each participant.

Explore nature as a family…

Replace your child’s screen time with green time! Our family nature programs bring families together for quality time learning about nature. So, get outside and explore! Activities ignite children’s interests in science and nature. Children socialize with other kids outside of a traditional classroom setting. They have a lot of fun, too. And parents meet and connect with other parents. Most of all, our programs instill a lifelong appreciation and respect for the natural world.

More about the Schrader Center:

The Schrader Center offers dozens of seasonal nature programs for all ages. Nature enthusiasts gather here to experience a sense of community around a shared love of nature. Preschoolers through adults enjoy our year-round nature activities. Our hands-on programs expand nature knowledge, promote outdoor discovery and foster lifelong learning.

Join as we gently catch, study, and release salamanders, crayfish, aquatic insects and fish in Waddles Run. Nets and collection buckets provided. Wear boots and cloths that can get wet! Meets at pull-off by intersection of Warden Run Road and Falls Drive.

Available 1-2pm Fridays, June 5 through August 14. (Does not meet July 3.)

Strollers and open-toed shoes or flip-flops are NOT recommended.  Rubber boots are recommended. All ages welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

$5 per person. Free for OI members or those with activity wristbands.

Safety Guidelines:

Participants in summer programs at the Schrader Center can expect the following safety precautions and guidelines in response to the Coronavirus:

• Check-in will take place outside the Schrader Center on a first come, first served basis.
• 6’ of distance will be enforced for those who are not in the same household group.
• Household groups will be assigned their own exploration areas to maintain physical distancing.
• Household groups will be assigned their own program equipment which is disinfected before and after use.
• Hand sanitizer will be readily available.
• Instructors will be wearing face coverings when 6’ of distance cannot be met.
• Face coverings are recommended for each participant.

Explore nature as a family…

Replace your child’s screen time with green time! Our family nature programs bring families together for quality time learning about nature. So, get outside and explore! Activities ignite children’s interests in science and nature. Children socialize with other kids outside of a traditional classroom setting. They have a lot of fun, too. And parents meet and connect with other parents. Most of all, our programs instill a lifelong appreciation and respect for the natural world.

More about the Schrader Center:

The Schrader Center offers dozens of seasonal nature programs for all ages. Nature enthusiasts gather here to experience a sense of community around a shared love of nature. Preschoolers through adults enjoy our year-round nature activities. Our hands-on programs expand nature knowledge, promote outdoor discovery and foster lifelong learning.

Join us on our frog foray as we gently catch, study and release tadpoles, frogs, and turtles at Schenk Lake. Nets and collection buckets provided. Meets at parking lot by lower Schenk Lake, near the paddle boats.

Available 1:30-2:30pm Mondays, June 1 through August 10. (Does not meet June 29.)

Strollers and open-toed shoes or flip-flops are NOT recommended. Rubber boots are recommended. All ages welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

$5 per person. Free for OI members or those with activity wristbands.

Safety Guidelines:

Participants in summer programs at the Schrader Center can expect the following safety precautions and guidelines in response to the Coronavirus:

• Check-in will take place outside the Schrader Center on a first come, first served basis.
• 6’ of distance will be enforced for those who are not in the same household group.
• Household groups will be assigned their own exploration areas to maintain physical distancing.
• Household groups will be assigned their own program equipment which is disinfected before and after use.
• Hand sanitizer will be readily available.
• Instructors will be wearing face coverings when 6’ of distance cannot be met.
• Face coverings are recommended for each participant.

Explore nature as a family…

Replace your child’s screen time with green time! Our family nature programs bring families together for quality time learning about nature. So, get outside and explore! Activities ignite children’s interests in science and nature. Children socialize with other kids outside of a traditional classroom setting. They have a lot of fun, too. And parents meet and connect with other parents. Most of all, our programs instill a lifelong appreciation and respect for the natural world.

More about the Schrader Center:

The Schrader Center offers dozens of seasonal nature programs for all ages. Nature enthusiasts gather here to experience a sense of community around a shared love of nature. Preschoolers through adults enjoy our year-round nature activities. Our hands-on programs expand nature knowledge, promote outdoor discovery and foster lifelong learning.

Enjoy an early morning walk with the birds along the trials of Oglebay! A Schrader Center naturalist will point out identifying field marks and songs of the local birds that visit our feeders and trails. Binoculars and field guides provided.

Meets 8-9am Tuesdays, June 2 through August 11 at the Schrader Center. (Does not meet June 30.)

All ages welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Please wear appropriate shoes.

$5 per person. Free for OI members or those with activity wristbands.

Safety Guidelines:

Participants in summer programs at the Schrader Center can expect the following safety precautions and guidelines in response to the Coronavirus:

• Check-in will take place outside the Schrader Center on a first come, first served basis.
• 6’ of distance will be enforced for those who are not in the same household group.
• Household groups will be assigned their own exploration areas to maintain physical distancing.
• Household groups will be assigned their own program equipment which is disinfected before and after use.
• Hand sanitizer will be readily available.
• Instructors will be wearing face coverings when 6’ of distance cannot be met.
• Face coverings are recommended for each participant.

Explore nature as a family…

Replace your child’s screen time with green time! Our family nature programs bring families together for quality time learning about nature. So, get outside and explore! Activities ignite children’s interests in science and nature. Children socialize with other kids outside of a traditional classroom setting. They have a lot of fun, too. And parents meet and connect with other parents. Most of all, our programs instill a lifelong appreciation and respect for the natural world.

More about the Schrader Center:

The Schrader Center offers dozens of seasonal nature programs for all ages. Nature enthusiasts gather here to experience a sense of community around a shared love of nature. Preschoolers through adults enjoy our year-round nature activities. Our hands-on programs expand nature knowledge, promote outdoor discovery and foster lifelong learning.

The only thing better than reading a book is reading it outside! Grab a book from our Children’s Library and find a cozy spot. Our Naturalist will connect the stories to the natural world around you. We’ll be sitting on the ground, so bring your own sitting blanket.

Available 10:15-11:15am Wednesdays, June 3 through August 12. In case of inclement weather, program will be held inside from 12:30-1pm. (Does not meet July 1).

All ages welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Please wear appropriate shoes.

$5 per person. Free for OI members or those with activity wristbands.

Safety Guidelines:

Participants in summer programs at the Schrader Center can expect the following safety precautions and guidelines in response to the Coronavirus:

• Check-in will take place outside the Schrader Center on a first come, first served basis.
• 6’ of distance will be enforced for those who are not in the same household group.
• Household groups will be assigned their own exploration areas to maintain physical distancing.
• Household groups will be assigned their own program equipment which is disinfected before and after use.
• Hand sanitizer will be readily available.
• Instructors will be wearing face coverings when 6’ of distance cannot be met.
• Face coverings are recommended for each participant.

Explore nature as a family…

Replace your child’s screen time with green time! Our family nature programs bring families together for quality time learning about nature. So, get outside and explore! Activities ignite children’s interests in science and nature. Children socialize with other kids outside of a traditional classroom setting. They have a lot of fun, too. And parents meet and connect with other parents. Most of all, our programs instill a lifelong appreciation and respect for the natural world.

More about the Schrader Center:

The Schrader Center offers dozens of seasonal nature programs for all ages. Nature enthusiasts gather here to experience a sense of community around a shared love of nature. Preschoolers through adults enjoy our year-round nature activities. Our hands-on programs expand nature knowledge, promote outdoor discovery and foster lifelong learning.

Continue the tradition began in 1926 by naturalist A.B. Brooks with a nature walk along the trails of Oglebay.

A Schrader Center naturalist will guide you as we learn to identify animal tracks, flowers, birds, edible plants and other elements of forest ecology.

Available 1:15-2:15pm Tuesdays, June 2 through August 11. (Does not meet June 30.) All ages welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Please wear appropriate shoes.

$5 per person. Free for OI members or those with activity wristbands.

Safety Guidelines:

Participants in summer programs at the Schrader Center can expect the following safety precautions and guidelines in response to the Coronavirus:

• Check-in will take place outside the Schrader Center on a first come, first served basis.
• 6’ of distance will be enforced for those who are not in the same household group.
• Household groups will be assigned their own exploration areas to maintain physical distancing.
• Household groups will be assigned their own program equipment which is disinfected before and after use.
• Hand sanitizer will be readily available.
• Instructors will be wearing face coverings when 6’ of distance cannot be met.
• Face coverings are recommended for each participant.

Explore nature as a family…

Replace your child’s screen time with green time! Our family nature programs bring families together for quality time learning about nature. So, get outside and explore! Activities ignite children’s interests in science and nature. Children socialize with other kids outside of a traditional classroom setting. They have a lot of fun, too. And parents meet and connect with other parents. Most of all, our programs instill a lifelong appreciation and respect for the natural world.

More about the Schrader Center:

The Schrader Center offers dozens of seasonal nature programs for all ages. Nature enthusiasts gather here to experience a sense of community around a shared love of nature. Preschoolers through adults enjoy our year-round nature activities. Our hands-on programs expand nature knowledge, promote outdoor discovery and foster lifelong learning.

Join as we gently catch, study, and release salamanders, crayfish, aquatic insects and fish in Waddles Run. Nets and collection buckets provided. Wear boots and clothes that can get wet! Meets at pull-off by intersection of Warden Run Road and Falls Drive.

Available 2-3pm Wednesday, June 3 through August 12. (Does not meet July 1.)

Strollers and open-toed shoes or flip-flops are NOT recommended.  Rubber boots are recommended. All ages welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

$5 per person. Free for OI members or those with activity wristbands.

Safety Guidelines:

Participants in summer programs at the Schrader Center can expect the following safety precautions and guidelines in response to the Coronavirus:

• Check-in will take place outside the Schrader Center on a first come, first served basis.
• 6’ of distance will be enforced for those who are not in the same household group.
• Household groups will be assigned their own exploration areas to maintain physical distancing.
• Household groups will be assigned their own program equipment which is disinfected before and after use.
• Hand sanitizer will be readily available.
• Instructors will be wearing face coverings when 6’ of distance cannot be met.
• Face coverings are recommended for each participant.

Explore nature as a family…

Replace your child’s screen time with green time! Our family nature programs bring families together for quality time learning about nature. So, get outside and explore! Activities ignite children’s interests in science and nature. Children socialize with other kids outside of a traditional classroom setting. They have a lot of fun, too. And parents meet and connect with other parents. Most of all, our programs instill a lifelong appreciation and respect for the natural world.

More about the Schrader Center:

The Schrader Center offers dozens of seasonal nature programs for all ages. Nature enthusiasts gather here to experience a sense of community around a shared love of nature. Preschoolers through adults enjoy our year-round nature activities. Our hands-on programs expand nature knowledge, promote outdoor discovery and foster lifelong learning.

Get-up early for a morning bird walk along the trials of Oglebay. A Schrader Center naturalist will be your guide as we learn to identify local birds by song and sight during their most active hours. Binoculars provided.

Available 8-9am Thursdays, June 4 through August 13. (Does not meet July 2). All ages welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Please wear appropriate shoes. No flip-flops or strollers.

$5 per person. Free for OI members or those with activity wristbands.

Safety Guidelines:

Participants in summer programs at the Schrader Center can expect the following safety precautions and guidelines in response to the Coronavirus:

• Check-in will take place outside the Schrader Center on a first come, first served basis.
• 6’ of distance will be enforced for those who are not in the same household group.
• Household groups will be assigned their own exploration areas to maintain physical distancing.
• Household groups will be assigned their own program equipment which is disinfected before and after use.
• Hand sanitizer will be readily available.
• Instructors will be wearing face coverings when 6’ of distance cannot be met.
• Face coverings are recommended for each participant.

Explore nature as a family…

Replace your child’s screen time with green time! Our family nature programs bring families together for quality time learning about nature. So, get outside and explore! Activities ignite children’s interests in science and nature. Children socialize with other kids outside of a traditional classroom setting. They have a lot of fun, too. And parents meet and connect with other parents. Most of all, our programs instill a lifelong appreciation and respect for the natural world.

More about the Schrader Center:

The Schrader Center offers dozens of seasonal nature programs for all ages. Nature enthusiasts gather here to experience a sense of community around a shared love of nature. Preschoolers through adults enjoy our year-round nature activities. Our hands-on programs expand nature knowledge, promote outdoor discovery and foster lifelong learning.

Take an in-depth look at the natural history of the animal ambassadors who live at the Schrader Center. Meet our toads, turtles and snakes up close and personal while learning about their incredible adaptations. (In order to keep our visitors safe, participants will not be able to touch the animals this summer.)

Available 2:15-3pm Thursdays, June 4 through August 13. (Does not meet July 2.) All ages welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

$5 per person. No pre-registration required. Free for OI members or those with activity wristbands.

Safety Guidelines:

Participants in summer programs at the Schrader Center can expect the following safety precautions and guidelines in response to the Coronavirus:

• Check-in will take place outside the Schrader Center on a first come, first served basis.
• 6’ of distance will be enforced for those who are not in the same household group.
• Household groups will be assigned their own exploration areas to maintain physical distancing.
• Household groups will be assigned their own program equipment which is disinfected before and after use.
• Hand sanitizer will be readily available.
• Instructors will be wearing face coverings when 6’ of distance cannot be met.
• Face coverings are recommended for each participant.

Explore nature as a family…

Replace your child’s screen time with green time! Our family nature programs bring families together for quality time learning about nature. So, get outside and explore! Activities ignite children’s interests in science and nature. Children socialize with other kids outside of a traditional classroom setting. They have a lot of fun, too. And parents meet and connect with other parents. Most of all, our programs instill a lifelong appreciation and respect for the natural world.

More about the Schrader Center:

The Schrader Center offers dozens of seasonal nature programs for all ages. Nature enthusiasts gather here to experience a sense of community around a shared love of nature. Preschoolers through adults enjoy our year-round nature activities. Our hands-on programs expand nature knowledge, promote outdoor discovery and foster lifelong learning.

Is there anything more relaxing than sitting around a crackling campfire on a warm summer evening? Roast marshmallows and enjoy s’mores around a campfire outside the Schrader Center at Oglebay.

Available 8-9pm Thursday, June 11, June 25, July 9, July 23 and August 13. All ages welcome. (Program is canceled if raining.)

$5 per person. Free for OI members or those with activity wristbands.

Safety Guidelines:

Participants in summer programs at the Schrader Center can expect the following safety precautions and guidelines in response to the Coronavirus:

• Check-in will take place outside the Schrader Center on a first come, first served basis.
• 6’ of distance will be enforced for those who are not in the same household group.
• Household groups will be assigned their own exploration areas to maintain physical distancing.
• Household groups will be assigned their own program equipment which is disinfected before and after use.
• Hand sanitizer will be readily available.
• Instructors will be wearing face coverings when 6’ of distance cannot be met.
• Face coverings are recommended for each participant.

Explore nature as a family…

Replace your child’s screen time with green time! Our family nature programs bring families together for quality time learning about nature. So, get outside and explore! Activities ignite children’s interests in science and nature. Children socialize with other kids outside of a traditional classroom setting. They have a lot of fun, too. And parents meet and connect with other parents. Most of all, our programs instill a lifelong appreciation and respect for the natural world.

More about the Schrader Center:

The Schrader Center offers dozens of seasonal nature programs for all ages. Nature enthusiasts gather here to experience a sense of community around a shared love of nature. Preschoolers through adults enjoy our year-round nature activities. Our hands-on programs expand nature knowledge, promote outdoor discovery and foster lifelong learning.

Due to the circumstances surrounding the COVID-19 virus, we will not be able to present this program in 2020.

Learn more about astronomy and the night sky from local astronomers Thursday evenings, June-August at Oglebay Park’s Speidel Observatory.

Available 9-11pm Thursdays, June 4 through August 13. (Program will not take place July 2.) All ages welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Parking is available at the Schrader Center.

Free. (Donations accepted.)

Safety Guidelines:

Participants in summer programs at the Schrader Center can expect the following safety precautions and guidelines in response to the Coronavirus:

• Check-in will take place outside the Schrader Center on a first come, first served basis.
• 6’ of distance will be enforced for those who are not in the same household group.
• Household groups will be assigned their own exploration areas to maintain physical distancing.
• Household groups will be assigned their own program equipment which is disinfected before and after use.
• Hand sanitizer will be readily available.
• Instructors will be wearing face coverings when 6’ of distance cannot be met.
• Face coverings are recommended for each participant.

Explore nature as a family…

Replace your child’s screen time with green time! Our family nature programs bring families together for quality time learning about nature. So, get outside and explore! Activities ignite children’s interests in science and nature. Children socialize with other kids outside of a traditional classroom setting. They have a lot of fun, too. And parents meet and connect with other parents. Most of all, our programs instill a lifelong appreciation and respect for the natural world.

More about the Schrader Center:

The Schrader Center offers dozens of seasonal nature programs for all ages. Nature enthusiasts gather here to experience a sense of community around a shared love of nature. Preschoolers through adults enjoy our year-round nature activities. Our hands-on programs expand nature knowledge, promote outdoor discovery and foster lifelong learning.

Join as we gently catch, study, and release salamanders, crayfish, aquatic insects and fish in Waddles Run. Nets and collection buckets provided. Wear boots and cloths that can get wet! Meets at pull-off by intersection of Warden Run Road and Falls Drive.

Available 1-2pm Fridays, June 5 through August 14. (Does not meet July 3.)

Strollers and open-toed shoes or flip-flops are NOT recommended.  Rubber boots are recommended. All ages welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

$5 per person. Free for OI members or those with activity wristbands.

Safety Guidelines:

Participants in summer programs at the Schrader Center can expect the following safety precautions and guidelines in response to the Coronavirus:

• Check-in will take place outside the Schrader Center on a first come, first served basis.
• 6’ of distance will be enforced for those who are not in the same household group.
• Household groups will be assigned their own exploration areas to maintain physical distancing.
• Household groups will be assigned their own program equipment which is disinfected before and after use.
• Hand sanitizer will be readily available.
• Instructors will be wearing face coverings when 6’ of distance cannot be met.
• Face coverings are recommended for each participant.

Explore nature as a family…

Replace your child’s screen time with green time! Our family nature programs bring families together for quality time learning about nature. So, get outside and explore! Activities ignite children’s interests in science and nature. Children socialize with other kids outside of a traditional classroom setting. They have a lot of fun, too. And parents meet and connect with other parents. Most of all, our programs instill a lifelong appreciation and respect for the natural world.

More about the Schrader Center:

The Schrader Center offers dozens of seasonal nature programs for all ages. Nature enthusiasts gather here to experience a sense of community around a shared love of nature. Preschoolers through adults enjoy our year-round nature activities. Our hands-on programs expand nature knowledge, promote outdoor discovery and foster lifelong learning.