We are open to the public Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. We ask that if you are coming in with a group of 10 or more, you please let us know in advance!
Check out the program offerings below for more details on registration, age requirements and more.
Wildlife Storytime: Tuesday, April 7, 3:30-4 p.m.
Join us for an educational story time featuring "Lost in the Woods", about a fawn on its own. After the story we will create a camouflaged fawn puppet. Through both the story and the craft, we will learn why it is often normal to see baby animals on their own, and why it is important to only view wildlife from a distance. "If you care, leave it there!"
This program is great for young learners accompanied by their parents.
Reserve a spot by calling 406-444-9941.
Gyotaku Fish Prints: Thursday, April 16, 3:30-4:30 p.m.
Celebrate "Week of the Young Child" with a splash of creativity! We will start with a kid-friendly look at fish anatomy, then dive into Gyotaku: a traditional Japanese artform where fish are used to create beautiful prints. Using rubber fish and paint, kids and caregivers will make their prints together. We will have paper available, or bring something more durable to print on - like a tote, shirt, or pillowcase!
Introduction to eBird: Saturday, April 25, 8:30-12 p.m.
Join Montana WILD and Last Chance Audubon Society for this beginner-friendly workshop on using eBird, a powerful tool for recording bird observations and contributing to global scientific research! After an introduction to the app, we will head out to Spring Meadow Lake to practice birding and data entry. Participants should have a smartphone (iOS or Android), download the eBird app in advance, and create a free Cornell Lab eBird account. This course is geared toward adults and limited to 12 participants, so call to register soon!
Raptor Walks: Weekdays from noon-1 p.m.
Each day, volunteers stroll the Montana WILD grounds with our raptor ambassadors: hawks, owls, eagles, and falcons... These walks provide valuable enrichment for the birds and offer visitors a unique chance to meet them up close and learn about these incredible species.
Drop-in Activities
All month long we will have crafts and educational activities set up in our classroom. Stop by any time Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
