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School Programs
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Our school programs encourage students to interact with the natural environment they are studying!

School Programs
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Adult Programs
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Our adult education programs encourage a lifetime of learning and enjoying the outdoors!

Adult Programs
Kids & Families
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We offer lots for families to do, including scheduled programming, self-guided activities and natural areas perfect for childhood exploration.

Kids & Families

Summer Opportunities
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Summer programs offer exciting inquiry-based investigations outside the school setting!

Summer Opportunities

The Shaw Nature Reserve strives to inspire responsible stewardship of our environment through education, restoration and protection of natural habitats as well as public enjoyment of the natural world. We value and believe in…

  • the inquiring minds of children and their innate desire to learn.
  • natural history learning through hands-on field experiences.
  • providing experiences that foster appreciation, understanding and stewardship of the Earth.
  • education to promote lifelong behaviors which protect the natural environment.
  • teaching stewardship and sustainability by example.

We offer a wide range of educational opportunities designed to connect people of all ages to the natural world. Whether it is a school program, an adult or family program, or an overnight experience at the Dana Brown Outdoor Education Center there is something for everyone.

 

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Teen Programs

Teen Network
Choose from service and field-based education programs at the Missouri Botanical Garden, the Shaw Nature Reserve and the Butterfly House!
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For the Whole Family

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This summer, join a family reading program that connects nature-inspired books with the great outdoors!
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Holding an Event?
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Whether your event is a STEM night, a career fair, a professional development day or a conference, our educators can create and customize an experience for your audience.
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