Blue Jay Point Public Programs

A monthly program series for very young children, ages 18 months–3 years (and their grown-ups!), where we listen to a story, practice developmentally appropriate skills, interact with other youngsters and enjoy nature outside whenever possible. Preregistration is required for these free, 30-minute programs. Walk-ups are not guaranteed a spot.

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Nature Stories is a 1-hour program for children ages 3–6, with a participating parent/adult, and includes a combination of inside time and outside nature exploration. Preregistration is required for these free, 1-hour programs. Walk-ups are not guaranteed a spot.

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Family Wildlife Series (FWS) programs are usually open to all ages, although information and activities are most appropriate for ages 5 years and up. Occasionally there will be a FWS program with a higher age limit – if so, it will be indicated in the description. All members of the family in attendance must be registered to attend the program – if you are unable to register a family member, either the size limit of the class has been reached, or that child does not meet the age limit to attend. Don't forget, kids are not required to attend – individual adults are welcome!

Preregistration is required for all Family Wildlife Series Programs unless otherwise stated. Walk-ups are not guaranteed a spot.

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Whether you are an outdoor buff wanting to hone your skills, or a dabbler who would just like to try something new, come hang with the Blue Jay staff and work on some Serious Skills! Criteria II or III or CEU credit may be available for participants in the NC EE Certification Program, depending on the session. Preregistration is required for all SSA sessions. SSA session topics run the gamut from Field ID workshops to Eco-Crafts and Upcycling! Preregistration is required.

Serious Skills for Adults: Fall Birding   (At Green Hills County Park)
Saturday, October 10, 8:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m.

As a former landfill, Green Hills County Park is a unique spot to observe birds. Search the grassy hill for Eastern Meadowlarks and American Kestrels while you observe vultures and Red-tailed Hawks soaring overhead. Borrow or bring your own binoculars to scope out nature from a distance. All experience levels welcome! For ages 16yrs. & up.

This FREE workshop will count for Criteria II or III or Continuing Education credit for the NCEE Certification program.

This program will involve hiking about 1.5 miles total up and downhill on gravel terrain. There will also be extended periods of standing.

Blue Jay Point offers a variety of educator programs, including a number of workshops for NC Environmental Education Certification or CEU credits.

Methods of Teaching Environmental Education
Tuesday, August 18, 5-9 p.m. (bring a bag dinner and drink) AND
Wednesday August 19, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. (bring bag lunch and drink).
Attendance for both days is required.

The focus of this 10-hour workshop is to prepare participants from a variety of educational backgrounds and experiences in both the formal and non-formal sectors to use exemplary Environmental Education teaching methods. Participants will learn about a variety of teaching techniques, methods and instructional strategies; and the workshop will include multiple interactive components. This is a required workshop for all NC Environmental Education Certification candidates.

Note: You MUST have completed and received credit for the Basics of Environmental Education 10 hour Independent Study before enrolling in the workshop. Anyone who hasn’t completed Basics of EE will be placed on a waiting list.

Adult workshop; FREE but pre-registration is required.

Do you like to explore parks and preserves? Do you like winning prizes? Our Junior Park Explorers program is for you! Learn more here.