Little Explorers – Squirrels and Chipmunks

Little Explorers (Children 3 – 8 with an adult)
Squirrels and Chipmunks

Saturday, October 11, 2025
10:00 – 11:30 a.m.

$12 Adults; $9 Nature Center members
$9 Children 3 – 8
Paid reservations required by Thursday, October 9, 2025.

Squirrels and chipmunks can be seen and heard scurrying everywhere from backyards to deep in the forest. Join Audubon to learn about the different members of the squirrel family, whether they are gray squirrels with fluffy tails or flying squirrels gliding from branch to branch. Figure out where these animals live and how they adapt as the seasons change.

After a short hands-on lesson indoors exploring the body parts, diets, and homes of squirrels, chipmunks, and groundhogs, it is time to bundle up and head outside where you can look for signs of squirrels, including tracks, nests, and their leftover food.

A snack is provided after the hike and a craft is offered if there is time.

Special Information: This program takes place rain or shine, please dress for the weather.

Grey squirrels do not hibernate through the winter, so they spend much of the fall preparing to survive the coming cold and snowy months. Learn more about the members of the squirrel family at ACNC’s Little Explorers on October 11.