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Looking for something to do during Winter Vacation? Check out our “naturally” fun programs!Animal TrackingMonday February 15th 11-12:30 pmBring your child outside for an afternoon of outdoor exploration! Participants will meet in the Crawshaw Story Room to receive animal footprint identification cards and snowshoes, courtesy of Wilton Wildlife. We will walk to Congress Park, put on our snowshoes, and look for animal tracks. This program is limited to 20 families, or when the snowshoes run out, so register early! Pre-registration is required. Call the Library at (518) 584-7860 option 3. Children must be accompanied by a parent or a caregiver.Natural Picture FramesTuesday February 16^th, 1-2:00 pmJoin us at the Wilton Wildlife Preserve and Park for a great nature craft that will be cherished for years. We will use twigs, pine cones and other materials found in nature to create our picture frames. This program is for children ages 5 and up. Pre- registration required by February 15^th. Skull ScienceWednesday February 17th 1-2:00 pmUsing real animal skulls, participants will discover how different animals have adapted to survive in their habitats. We will be examining animal artifacts, including skulls and furs during this interactive lesson. Best for children ages 8 and up. Pre- registration required by February 16^th.Owl ProwlWednesday February 17th at 6:00 pmIn collaboration with the Saratoga Springs Public Library, we will be going out on an early evening “hunt” for local owls.  First, we will learn about what owls are found in our area with an indoor presentation. Then we will head outdoors to listen and look for wild owls!  Group size is limited and is for ages 5 and up. Pre-registration is required by February 16^th by calling the Library at (518) 584-7860 option 3. This program will be offered again on February 23 and March 4^.Winter Scavenger HuntThursday February 18th 1-2:00 pmBring your child out to Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park for an afternoon of outdoor exploration. Children will learn to use their senses to explore the outdoors during winter by working to complete a nature scavenger hunt. The program is designed for children 5 and older. Snowshoes will be available for rental 30 minutes before the program: free for members, $3 for nonmembers. If there is no snow, the program will take place without snowshoes. Pre- registration required by February 17^th.