Virtual Classes
We are thrilled to offer your child the opportunity to learn about animals and the world around them through our virtual classes!
When registering your child for classes, donations are greatly appreciated, but not required.
Donations will help support animals in need at Anderson Animal Shelter and Fox Valley Wildlife Center.
We can’t wait to learn together!
Anderson Animal Shelter Classes
Please stay tuned for more virtual classes
from Anderson Animal Shelter!
For additional information on Anderson Animal Shelter, contact Carrie Frost at cfrost@andersonanimalshelter.org or 847-697-2880 x51
Eat Like
an Animal
Each animal has a diet as unique as they are! We will explore how animals find food, how we can reduce our environmental impact and support our community locally!
10/6/2020
12 p.m. - 1 p.m.
Ages 6 – 8
Fox Valley Wildlife Center Classes
Eat Like
an Animal
Each animal has a diet as unique as they are! We will explore how animals find food, how we can reduce our environmental impact and support our community locally!
10/6/2020
1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Ages 9+
"Social Distancing" in the Animal Kingdom
Is “social distancing” unique to humans during a pandemic? This program will investigate the social dynamics of the animal kingdom. Topics will include mating pairs, territorial ranges and migration.
10/13/2020
1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
All Ages
Hoot
for Owls
Often referred to as “silent hunters”, owls are a great example of a nocturnal predator. We will explore the many adaptations of owls and students will even get to virtually meet our very own education great horned owl!
10/20/2020
12 p.m. - 1 p.m.
Ages 6 – 8
Hoot
for Owls
Often referred to as “silent hunters”, owls are a great example of a nocturnal predator. We will explore the many adaptations of owls and students will even get to virtually meet our very own education great horned owl!
10/20/2020
1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Ages 9+
Mammals
Mammals are as unique as the environments they live in. Check out the uniqueness of mammals with us to reveal the characteristics we share with the mammalian class.
11/3/2020
12 p.m. - 1 p.m.
Ages 6 – 8
Mammals
Mammals are as unique as the environments they live in. Check out the uniqueness of mammals with us to reveal the characteristics we share with the mammalian class.
11/3/2020
1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Ages 9+
Birds
Birds can be found in water, on the ground, perched in trees, and soaring overhead. These special flying creatures inhabit all the continents of our planet. Learn about the unique qualities of birds and investigate with us how they have spread across the globe.
11/17/2020
12 p.m. - 1 p.m.
Ages 6 – 8
Climate Change
This program will introduce students to the ways in which climate change affects us close to home. Did you know you can make a difference within Kane County? Come find out how!
12/1/2020
12 p.m. - 1 p.m.
Ages 6 – 8
Winter Survival
Do I stay or do I go? Animals have adapted unique ways to survive cold winter months. Topics we will explore include migration, hibernation, and brumation.
12/15/2020
12 p.m. - 1 p.m.
Ages 6 – 8
Birds
Birds can be found in water, on the ground, perched in trees, and soaring overhead. These special flying creatures inhabit all the continents of our planet. Learn about the unique qualities of birds and investigate with us how they have spread across the globe.
11/17/2020
1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Ages 6 – 8
Climate Change
This program will introduce students to the ways in which climate change affects us close to home. Did you know you can make a difference within Kane County? Come find out how!
12/1/2020
1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Ages 9+
Winter Survival
Do I stay or do I go? Animals have adapted unique ways to survive cold winter months. Topics we will explore include migration, hibernation, and brumation.
12/15/2020
1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Ages 9+
For additional information on Fox Valley Wildlife Center Classes, contact education@fvwc.org.
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