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URL:https://kicmke.org/events/be-a-park-ranger-at-urban-ecology-center/
SUMMARY:Be a Park Ranger at Urban Ecology Center
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER HERE\nThe Urban Ecology Center fosters\, maintains\, a
 nd protects urban natural spaces at three different locations throughout t
 he Milwaukee area. Join KIC kids of all ages as an Urban Ecology Center Pa
 rk Ranger and help clean up the parks and trails at the Menonomonee Valley
  location.\nActivities\nWe will kick off our morning with a story time and
  discussion around the importance of working together to help keep our nat
 ural areas healthy. We will talk about plastics and the impact of our tras
 h that makes its way to nature.\nThen we will hit the trails of the Menomo
 nee Valley armed with grabbers\, gloves\, and garbage bags to collect as m
 uch trash as we can find. All our young volunteers will receive a scavenge
 r hunt checklist. Let’s see how many items we can check off! Finally\, w
 e will take a look at what we find to determine if any of it is recyclable
 .\nIt is so important to ensure that these beautiful spaces remain a safe 
 retreat for the plants\, animals\, insects\, and humans that frequent them
 .\n\nImpact\nThis active\, hands-on project will enable your kids to make 
 a real difference in our local natural areas. They will understand the imp
 act of litter and the importance of protecting our natural areas.\n\nWhen 
 &amp\; Where\nThursday\, August 22 from 10-11:30 a.m.\nUrban Ecology Cente
 r - Menomonee Valley\n3700 W. Pierce St\nMilwaukee\, WI 53215\nFree street
  parking is available.\n\nRegistration Information\nParticipant Cap: 20 pa
 rticipants\nAge: All ages\nCost: Free\nMaterials: Dress for the weather! W
 ear sunscreen and bring water.\nQuestions: Email erinlemoine@kicmke.org wi
 th any specific questions.\nCancellations: We count on our registered volu
 nteers to make these projects come to life. However\, we understand illnes
 s and emergencies do come up so if you can no longer participate\, please 
 email erinlemoine@kicmke.org ASAP so we can fill your spot.\n\nOur Partner
 \nThe Urban Ecology Center connects people in cities to nature and each ot
 her. Their vision is to inspire generations to build environmental curiosi
 ty\, understanding\, and respect. They restore hope and heal our urban nat
 ural world\, neighborhood by neighborhood. They have locations at Riversid
 e Park\, Menomonee Valley\, and Washington Park. Learn more on their websi
 te.
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