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SUMMARY:Eco Explorers: The Great Nature Connection
DESCRIPTION:Unlimited Potential Chicago invites you to our Eco Explorers event! \nTo inspire the next generation of scientists and environmental thinkers through engaging\, hands-on STEM experiences. \nThis interactive event invites kids to explore the amazing connections between people\, animals\, plants\, and our planet. Through fun and age-appropriate activities\, participants will discover how our environment changes\, how ecosystems work\, and how science can help us better understand and protect the natural world. \nEvent Highlights\nWhat:\nEco Explorers: The Great Nature Connection – A fun and educational STEM experience where children explore environmental science\, ecosystems\, genetics\, evolution\, and the connections that make our planet unique. \nWho:\nChildren ages 5–14 years \nWhen:\nSaturday\, October 24\, 2026 \nTime:\n10:00 AM – 2:00 PM \nWhere:\nACCESS Center for Discovery and Learning\n5139 S Ashland Ave\, Chicago\, IL 60609 \n🍽️ Lunch will be provided! \nWhy Attend?\n\nOur Changing Earth: See firsthand how changes in the environment impact the world all creatures live in.\nPlanet Power: Investigate the real-world effects of global warming\, erosion\, and air pollution.\nWild Homes: Discover how animal habitats work and what it takes to protect them.\nThe Code of Life: Unlock the basics of population genetics in a fun and simple way.\nEvolution in Action: Learn how evolution changes people and animals over time.\nDevelop curiosity\, observation\, critical-thinking\, and problem-solving skills through STEM exploration.\n\nRegistration Information\n📝 Register Online: Registration Link\n \n📞 Questions? Call or Text us at (847) 989-4872 \n🌎 Explore. Discover. Connect. See how everything in nature is connected!
URL:https://upchicago.org/event/eco-explorers-the-great-nature-connection/
LOCATION:ACCESS CENTER FOR DISCOVERY & LEARNING\, 5139 S Ashland Ave\,\, Chicago\, IL\, 60609\, United States
CATEGORIES:Science Events
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