Meet native wildlife, discover the night sky, and explore nature at Lake Erie Nature & Science Center.
School age students explore Huntington Reservation, learn from wildlife rehabilitation specialists and tour the universe with resident astronomers in the Center’s youth and teen programs. These programs are perfect for students who want to explore and protect our natural world while meeting friends along the way.
Afterschool Programs
Afterschool Adventures
For grades K – 2
Looking for some afterschool nature fun? Dress for the weather and join us for an hour of active nature and science exploration, hikes, games, animal encounters and activities while we investigate the natural world around us!
Fee: $115/session
Fall 2026:
Thursdays,
October 1 – 29
3:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Call 440-871-2900 to register for Fall 2026 with a prorated fee.
Winter 2027 Session 1:
Thursdays,
January 14 – February 11
3:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Winter 2027 Session 2:
Thursdays,
February 18 – March 18
3:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Dirt Diaries
For grades 3 – 5
Join us for outdoor afterschool fun! We will explore in the forest, learn about animals, and study the stars. We will use nature journals each day to draw and write about what we learn and observe! Dress for the weather, as we will be outdoors as much as possible.
Spring 2026:
Mondays,
March 15 – May 10 (No class March 29)
3:30 – 5:00 p.m.
Fee: $175/session