Ernie Miller Nature Center

909 North Highway 7 Olathe, Kansas 66061 913-764-7759

Survival Hike (All Ages)

Do you have the “right stuff” to survive? Using the power of imagination and real physical challenges, participants will problem solve as they hike through the wilderness of Ernie Miller Park. Emphasis will be on map reading, teamwork, decision making, and staying safe outdoors. This activity can be tailored to groups, age, and experience level. Participants should wear appropriate clothing for this outdoor program.

At Ernie Miller Nature Center:
1-1hr. Session - $34/$37
Max.: 15 people.

Nature Walks  (All Ages)

Experience the new growth of spring or the colorful beauty of autumn on a guided nature walk through Ernie Miller Nature Park.  Our walks can be tailored for special interests and/or specific scout requirements.

At Ernie Miller Nature Center:
1-45 min. walk.
5-10 people - $27/$29
11-15 people - $32/$35
Program available in Spring and Fall

Archery Clinic
(Ages 8 - 12)

Experience the challenging sport of archery.  This clinic is designed to teach safety techniques and basic fundamentals of archery.  Hands-on activities will allow children to develop their skills.  Equipment is provided.

At Ernie Miller Nature Center:
1-1 hr. clinic $36/$40
Maximum:  10 people

Program available October, November, March, April and May

Map and Compass
(Ages 10 - 14)

Enjoy the fun and excitement of using a map and compass.   In this class you will learn the basic parts of a compass and also the basics of reading a map.  Combine the two through games and you will never get lost again.

At Ernie Miller Nature Center:
1-1 hr. clinic $34/$37
Maximum:  10 people

Program available October, November, March and April

Wildlife Who's Who (Grade 4 & up) and Wildlife Webs(Kindergarten & Up)

Meet an amphibian, reptile, bird, and mammal in this 45-minute presentation. Participants will discover the unique needs and adaptations of these animals through this interactive, hands-on program.

Birds of Prey(Grade 4 & Up)

By day or by night, out of the sky flies a rodent's nightmare, the birds of prey.  Using their powerful talons, beaks and wings, they are some of nature's best hunters.  Your group will see close-up live examples of these majestic raptors and their special adaptations.

Snakes Alive
(Grades 2 & up)

There is nothing quite like a walk in the woods, until you hear the word "SNAKE". Why is it that these creatures seem so terrifying? Could all the stories you have heard about snakes be true? Join our Interpretive Staff as they explore the facts and fallacies of these legless wonders of the natural world.

1-45 min. session
Location:
Kansas only
1-35 people...........$53/$58
Each Consecutive Session.................$39/$43

At Ernie Miller Nature Center
1-15 people...........$32/$35
16-35 people..........$39/$43

Animal Scene Investigations (Grade 4 and up)

Use detective skills and solve mysteries. This hands-on session will involve participants in the investigations of unusual animal biofacts and wildlife scenes, including mock fatalities, Working in teams, students in this program will be engaged in scientific inquiry, critical thinking, listening and problems solving.

1-1hr presentation
At Your Location- 1-35 people.....................$58/$63
Each Consecutive Session
..............................$39/$43

At Ernie Miller Nature Center
1-15 people..............$34/$37
16-35people.............$42/$46
maximum: 35 people

Animal Clues (Grade K-3)

Park naturalists and ranger will introduce your students to the clues left by wildlife.  Learn how to identify tracks, scat, and other animal signs and figure out what the animals were doing long after they are gone.  Learn how to "walk like the animals". Students will also be able to touch many different animal furs and meet a special live animal guest.

December through March

1-45 min. presentation
At Your Location
1-35 people...........$53/$58
Each Consecutive Session
............................$39/$43

At Ernie Miller Nature Center
1-15 people............$31/$34
16-35 people..........$39/$43
maximum: 35 people