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Nature Neighbors:
Roy B. Este Memorial Library and the Brenton ArboretumUse your library card to check out one of five nature themed backpacks available at the Dallas Center Library. Each backpack is loaded with field equipment, gear, games and books to help you discover nature on your next outing.
Nature backpacks allow visitors to discover nature independently, on their own schedules, in their own way. They can be used by a wide range of adults who care for children; parents, grandchildren, neighborhood childcare providers, church groups and scouts and offer an inexpensive and close to home experience. A nature backpack, properly packed, can provide the environmental education outcome we want – adults and children sharing frequent, positive, experiences outdoors in nature.
A backpack user using a magnifying box to observe a bug
Click on the booklets below for activities that accompany each backpack. Each booklet is about 9 pages and can be printed front and back to conserve paper.
Creek Backpack Booklet
Nets and buckets are available to use at the ArboretumWinter Backpack
Open 9:00 AM until Sunset
Closed Mondays, open holidays
Phone: (515)-992-4211
Email: info@thebrentonarboretum.org
