![]() For our scavenger hunts, we use the iOS app called Seek by iNaturalist. There are a couple of ways to go about a nature scavenger hunt: 1) start from a list or 2) explore organically. If you want to start from a list, there's a whole bunch posted all over the internet and pinterest. Here are a few of my favorite list cultivated for our region in Southeastern Wisconsin: - Spring Scavenger Hunt (Central Wisconsin Kids) - Spring Scavenger Hunt (Eek WI) -- This one is much more of an experience to watch for throughout the season. - Heckrodt Scavenger Hunt Lists (this one has lots of options) It's important to start from a list that's appropriate for where you live because certain plants and animals only live in certain places (think pine tree or palm tree) while others can be found everywhere (think dandelion or squirrel). Or, you can use this app (or pencil and paper and your trusty field journal) to track what you find along the way. Going to a new place (or exploring your yard or neighborhood park) with an eye to what's growing or living there can help give a new appreciation to our space and environment. ![]() We also pair our scavenger hunts with books. Each season has a book following the "We're going on a bear hunt" by Helen Oxenbury and Michael Rosen. These books have repeating text and actions that are super fun and engaging for kiddos of all ages. We act them out while we're outside or inside. It's a fun way to get the wiggles out. Links are included to purchase your own, or you can find them in your local library.
Have fun exploring!
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