The adult/junior birdie league provides play for children ages 7+ with an adult on the 9-hole pitch-and-putt course. Greens fees included. $100/pair for nine course play dates.  

Get ready for an unforgettable science adventure! Hunt for insects like an entomologist, spot wild birds and meet Richardson’s resident raptors like an ornithologist, and explore the colors, shapes and textures of plants like a botanist. Get hands-on with reptiles and amphibians like a herpetologist, and uncover the secret lives of mammals through tracks and clues like a mammologist. At the end of the week, showcase your discoveries at our very own research symposium.

Embark on an exciting journey into the world of science! Track down insects like an entomologist, spot wild birds and meet Richardson’s resident raptors like an ornithologist and dive into the world of plants like a botanist. Handle reptiles and amphibians up close like a herpetologist, and uncover the hidden lives of mammals by following tracks and clues like a mammologist. Then hop into a canoe and explore the pond like a real ecologist, observing the entire ecosystem from the water. At the end of the week, showcase your discoveries at our very own research symposium.

See wild songbirds safely trapped, studied and banded with numbered rings. Find out what scientists learn from these banded birds.

Join a naturalist in the Wildlife Viewing Room as we learn about the birds visiting the bird feeders. View birds through a spotting scope and binoculars, while using bird guides to identify the birds you are seeing. Other activities include bird-themed coloring sheets, puzzles and puppets. No reservations needed; drop in anytime.

As our summer birds start to return, welcome them back by playing some bird games! Try your hand at migrating, see if you can guess the weight of Minnesota raptors and see if you can compete with world record holders in events like flying speed.

The ice is thawing and birds are migrating north along the Mississippi River! Use binoculars and a spotting scope to look for ducks, mergansers and other water birds. All materials provided.

Venture off-trail to our Chickadee Landing bird feeder station with a naturalist. Learn about birds in the winter, then sit with birdseed in hand to see if any birds visit up close. For all ages but best for those that can sit still and quiet for several minutes. Small groups will be brought out at 1, 1:30, 2 and 2:30 p.m.

Many birds stay in Minnesota during the cold winters using various strategies to survive and forage for food. Learn about our tough, winter feathered friends, play games, meet our raptor ambassadors and make a bird feeder.

What makes different animal life cycles unique? Search for hidden animals, reconstruct their life cycles and act out each life stage. Participate in the baby bird nest challenge and meet a live amphibian.

What does nature do when the sun begins to go down? Walk the trails in search of spring migrant birds and insects, trilling toads and singing frogs, mammal signs at the edge of a marsh and more. Come prepared to be outdoors for this lesson.

Gain extensive hands-on firearms safety instruction and earn your Minnesota DNR Firearms Safety Certificate while exploring the world of bird hunting. Learn pheasant, turkey and waterfowl ecology with some hunting tips and techniques. Shoot a shotgun and .22 at a local gun range. Try archery, shooting crossbows, survival skills, making a turkey call and more. Designed for beginning hunters who do not have their firearms safety certification. Run by DNR-certified firearms safety instructors. All equipment provided. Scholarships may be available; for information, call 763-694-7856. Sponsored by the Northwest Suburban Chapter of Pheasants Forever and National Wild Turkey Federation. Friday's location will be at the Delano Sportsman Club. Campers will be assigned a two hour range timeslot and will need to provide their own transportation. Extended care available Monday-Thursday for an additional $48; drop-off begins at 8 a.m. and pick-up ends at 5 p.m. Extended care not available on Friday.

Juniors are expected to be able to play nine holes of golf before joining this league. This league teaches basic golf skills and USGA rules and etiquette within the context of First Tee. Lessons consist of games and instruction in a group setting. No lessons or play June 29–July 5. Dates listed below are for the lessons only. League play is June 17–August 12. You will receive an email the next day to sign up for your tee time. Tee times are every 10 minutes between 8–10:50 a.m. If you have further questions, call 763-694-7777. $215/eight lessons and eight course play dates.

This league builds on the basic skills learned in Birdie 1 Lesson League. Goal setting and course management are also introduced at this level, but the focus continues to be on having fun and learning skills. No lessons or play June 29–July 5. Dates listed below are for the lessons only. League play is June 17–August 12. You will receive an email the next day to sign up for your tee time. Tee times are every 10 minutes between 8-10:50 a.m. If you have further questions, call 763-694-7777. $215/eight lessons and eight course play dates.

This league builds on skills learned in Birdie 1 and 2 Lesson Leagues. More advanced golf skills are introduced with friendly competition and tournament play. No lessons or play June 29–July 5. Dates listed below are for the lessons only. League play is June 17–August 12. You will receive an email the next day to sign up for your tee time. Tee times are every 10 minutes between 8–10:50 a.m. If you have further questions, call 763-694-7777. $215/eight lessons and eight course play dates.   

Instruction includes putting, pitching and full swing fundamentals. Junior golfers learn golf terms, basic USGA rules, golf tips and etiquette. The Birdie Course is perfect for young golfers and skill development. Participants are introduced to First Tee Nine Core Values. Times and days listed below are for the lessons only; league play dates are July 8 – Aug 12 on Wednesdays with a 12 p.m. shotgun start. Please arrive by 11:45 a.m.  Eagle Lake on-course supervision is limited so parents are encouraged to coordinate a chaperone for the play dates. $149/three lessons and six play dates. 18 sessions available. Continue to next page if needed. Copy and paste class description into the 'search text' for complete listings.

Our Birdie Level lessons are designed for junior golfers who have progressed beyond the basics and are ready to take their game to the next level. Ideal for players who regularly play nine holes, have completed a Par Level lesson or its equivalent and are dedicated to skill development. Program highlights include detailed instruction on essential aspects of the game, including putting, chipping, pitching, sand play, irons and woods. Instructors place an emphasis on strategies and decision-making to improve performance on the course. Sessions are designed to refine technique and enhance overall gameplay, fostering confidence in each participant's abilities. This program is perfect for young golfers who are committed to developing their skills, understanding the game more deeply, and enjoying the challenge of golf. $130/five lessons.

Our Birdie Level lessons are designed for junior golfers who have progressed beyond the basics and are ready to take their game to the next level. Ideal for players who regularly play nine holes, have completed a Par Level lesson or its equivalent, and are dedicated to skill development. Program highlights include detailed instruction on essential aspects of the game, including putting, chipping, pitching, sand play, irons, and woods. Instructors place an emphasis on strategies and decision-making to improve performance on the course. Sessions are designed to refine technique and enhance overall gameplay, fostering confidence in each participant's abilities. This program is perfect for young golfers who are committed to developing their skills, understanding the game more deeply, and enjoying the challenge of golf. $125/five lessons.