Young Naturalists

Young Naturalists COVID-19 Program Update: (March 29, 2021)

Welcome to Spring 2021.  COVID-19 is still with us, and this will mean some adjustments to the Young Naturalists programming.  Indoor programs will still be cancelled until October 2021.  Most outdoor programming will proceed with some adjustments to ensure our safety and follow COVID-19 safeguards.

Here is what is planned (so far) for the coming months in 2021.  Watch the website for updates and program additions.    You can register for any Young Naturalists program at any time by e-mailing saskatoonnaturekids@gmail.com.  Enrolment is limited on most programs and registration is taken on a first-come basis.

Birdhouse Workshop  Saturday, April 10  CANCELLED due to COVID-19.
Crocus Hike  Saturday, April 17 and Sunday, April 18  at 1:00 p.m. NEW DATES.
Pond Dipping  Saturday, May 1 at 1:00 p.m.
Great Horned Owl Field Trip (VERY TENTATIVE)  May 2021
Bluebird Trail  Starts May 26 and runs through to July 11 – multiple field trips.
Mid-Week Butterflies  Wednesday, July 14 at 1:00 p.m.
Mid-Week Butterflies  Wednesday, August 11 at 1:00 p.m.
Sandhill Crane Field Trip  Saturday, October 2 at 9:30 a.m.
Saw-whet Owl Field Trip (TENTATIVE)     October 2021
Bird Feeder Workshop  Saturday, November 6
Paper Making Workshop  Saturday, December 4
Christmas Bird Count for Kids  Tuesday, December 28

Welcome to the Saskatoon Young Naturalists. Young Naturalists’ activities are open to all ages and offer nature-based activities designed for families. Content is geared towards the 5 to 11 year old range. We operate on the belief that children’s (and parents’) learning is enhanced when the parents/guardians are present. Parent/Guardian supervision is required on all Young Naturalists’ Programs.

The Saskatoon Young Naturalists’ began in 1968. Click here for our history. Young Naturalists is a joint program with the Saskatoon Nature Society and the Saskatoon Zoo Society. Thanks to funding from the Saskatoon Nature Society programs are free of charge unless otherwise noted.

Each Young Naturalist activity is an individual activity, separate from the other activities.  You must register for each activity separately (however you can register for more than one activity at one time).

TO REGISTER  for a program or for more information send an e-mail to saskatoonnaturekids@gmail.com indicating which program (or programs) and the number of children.  Space is limited on most programs so advanced registration is required. Registration is on a first-come basis. You can register at any time.

Due to enrolment restrictions, the Young Naturalists’ Program is normally unable to accommodate groups (the program is designed for families). If you have a special interest group (such as Scouts, 4-H, school group, etc) please email saskatoonnaturekids@gmail.com to arrange a special program for your group. There may be a charge for this programming.

For upcoming Young Naturalists programs, check out our Upcoming Young Naturalists Programs page.