332 Road 3 W, Kingsville, ON N9Y 2E5     519.733.4034     Email: questions@jackminer.com

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332 Road 3 W, Kingsville, ON N9Y 2E5     519.733.4034     Email: questions@jackminer.com

Wild About Water

Splash into summer fun as we explore the amazing organisms that live in water! Kids will learn why water is so important and how we can all help take care of it through fun games, crafts, and hands-on activities.

Activities:

  • Pond water testing
  • Interactive lesson on water conservation
  • Fun water-based craft to take home!

**Parents, make sure your child is prepared to get a little wet for this program. Bathing suit or change of clothes required.**

Program cost: $5 per child

Wild About Water

Take a deep dive into the incredible ecosystems found in our waters. This program teaches the science behind water conservation and explores real-world ways we can protect our planet’s most valuable resource through teamwork, exploration, and interactive learning.

Activities:

  • Pond study
  • Create a water filter
  • Team-building water games!

What to bring

  • Bathing suit or change of clothes
  • Towel
  • Snack and water
  • All other materials provided

Program cost: $5 per child

Buzzin’ About Birds

Flap, flutter, and fly into the world of birds! In this fun and feather-filled adventure, kids will discover what makes birds special—from beaks to feathers to feet. Through games, crafts, and outdoor exploration, they’ll learn how birds survive and thrive in the wild.

Activities:

  • Scavenger hunt around the sanctuary
  • Up- close encounter with a bird
  • Exciting games and take home craft

What to bring

  • Snack and water bottle
  • All other materials provided

Program cost: $10 per child

Ecosystem Explorers

Step into the wild and discover how animals, plants, and people all fit together in nature! Through fun games, crafts, and outdoor adventures, kids will learn about food chains, habitats, and the amazing ways living things depend on each other to survive.

Activities:

  • The food chain game
  • Plant native pollinators
  • Food chain take home craft

What to bring

  • Snack and water bottle
  • All other materials provided

Program cost: $5 per child

Ecosystem Explorers

Uncover the secrets of ecosystems and food chains in this exciting hands-on program. Participants will explore how energy flows through nature, investigate predator-prey relationships, and see how every living thing—big or small—plays a role in keeping the environment in balance.

Activities:

  • Food web mix up
  • Plant native pollinators
  • Create your own habitat craft

What to bring

  • Snack and water bottle
  • All other materials provided

Program cost: $5 per child

Buggin’ Out on Biodiversity

Discover the incredible role bugs play in our planet’s biodiversity! In this interactive program, participants will explore the variety of insect life in different ecosystems, learn how these tiny creatures support the environment, and investigate the connections between bugs, plants, and other animals. Through hands-on fieldwork, experiments, and creative projects, teens will gain a deeper understanding of why biodiversity matters—and how we can help protect it.

Activities:

  • Bug trapping and identification
  • Biodiversity simulation
  • Bioblitz discovery

What to bring

  • Snack and water bottle
  • All other materials provided

Program cost: $5 per child

WIld Goose Jack

Travel back in time and learn about Jack Miner; a real-life nature hero who helped protect birds and wildlife! In this fun and engaging program, kids will learn about Jack Miner’s amazing work with geese, his love for animals, and how he helped create one of North America’s first bird sanctuaries. Through stories, games, crafts, and outdoor fun, young explorers will discover how one person can make a big difference for nature.

Activities:

  • Tour of the museum and historic house
  • Scavenger hunt through the life and work of Jack
  • Create your own bird bands take home craft!

What to bring

  • Snack and water bottle
  • All other materials provided

Program cost: $5 per child

Journey with Jack

Walk in the footsteps of Jack Miner, one of Canada’s early conservation pioneers, and discover how his passion for birds helped shape wildlife protection in North America. In this engaging program, participants will explore the history of Miner’s work with migrating geese and the lasting impact of his legacy. Through hands-on activities, outdoor exploration, youth will learn how one person’s dedication to nature can inspire change for generations.

Activities:

  • Tour of the museum and historic house
  • Cryptic scavenger hunt around the sanctuary
  • Challenging trivia

What to bring

  • Snack and water bottle
  • All other materials provided

Program cost: $5 per child

Wild About Water Drop-in

Drop in and make a splash with hands-on water activities for all ages! Explore the wonders of water through interactive stations. Learn about the water cycle, and how we can all help protect this vital resource. No registration needed—just stop by, stay as long as you like, and dive into discovery.

Activities:

  • Water conservation info session (every 30 mins)
  • Create a water filter
  • Water quality testing
  • Rainy day window craft

Program cost: by donation

Ecosystem Explorers Drop-in

Discover the wild world of ecosystems at your own pace! This drop-in session invites visitors of all ages to explore how plants, animals, and environments are connected through fun, hands-on activities. Learn about food chains, habitats, and the balance of nature—no registration required. Come when you can, stay as long as you like, and enjoy exploring the building blocks of life on Earth!

Activities:

  • Ecosystem info session (every 30 mins)
  • Nature scavenger hunt
  • Build a habitat craft

Program cost: by donation

Radical Recycling

In this playful and hands-on program, kids will learn the difference between recycling and upcycling, why it’s important, and how they can help take care of the Earth. Through games and crafts, children will discover how everyday items can be reused in creative ways!

Activities:

  • Reuse, refuse or recycle game
  • Build a recycle robot
  • Fun on our upcycled playground

What to bring

  • Snack and water bottle
  • All other materials provided

Program cost: $5 per child

Buzzin’ About Birds Drop-in

Fly by for a feather-filled adventure! This drop-in session invites visitors of all ages to explore the amazing world of birds through fun and engaging activities. Learn about bird adaptation and discover their unique features. No registration needed—just stop in, stay as long as you like, and enjoy some birding fun!

Activities:

  • Bird adaptations info session (every 30 mins)
  • Make a bird feeder
  • Create your own paper bag owl

Program cost: by donation

Journey With Jack

Explore the legacy of Jack Miner, one of North America’s first conservationists and a trailblazer in bird protection. In this engaging and interactive program, teens will dive into the life and work of Miner; his groundbreaking efforts to protect migratory birds, the creation of his sanctuary, and his lasting impact on wildlife conservation. Through discussion, hands-on activities, and outdoor exploration, participants will gain insight into the power of environmental action and how one person’s vision can inspire change across generations.

Activities:

  • Guided tour of the museum and historic house
  • Cryptic scavenger hunt around the sanctuary
  • Test your trivia skills in a cooperative game

What to bring

  • Snack and water bottle
  • All other materials provided

Program cost: $5 per child

Trailblazing Turtles

In this exciting program, kids will learn the basics of using compasses to find their way through fun nature trails. Through hands-on activities, teamwork, and exploration, participants will build navigation skills, boost their confidence, and discover the thrill of finding their way in the great outdoors!

Activities:

  • Learn the basics of how to use a compass
  • Enjoy the story “A Walk in Nature”
  • Hike through our storybook trail

What to bring

  • Running shoes
  • Water bottle
  • Snack
  • Hat
  • Sunscreen
  • Bug spray

Program cost: $8 per child

Lost But Lovin’ It

Challenge yourself with the skills of navigation and outdoor adventure! In this hands-on program, youth will learn the fundamentals of orienteering; how to read maps, use a compass, and navigate through natural terrain. Participants will put their skills to the test in a friendly orienteering competition, as well as use their skills on a trek through Kennedy Woods. With teamwork, strategy, and a spirit of adventure, this program offers an exciting way to build confidence and explore the outdoors.

Activities:

  • Learn about the basics of using a compass and pacing
  • Navigation tournament
  • Hike through Kennedy Woods

What to bring

  • Running shoes or hiking boots
  • Lunch
  • Sunscreen
  • Hat
  • Bug spray
  • Water bottle

Program cost: $10 per child