Placer Nature Center

3700 Christian Valley Road Auburn, CA 95602

STEM

Environmental Science

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Placer Nature Center is an outdoor classroom located on 60 acres in the beautiful Sierra Foothills. A place where children can find their place in the natural world as they develop science literacy. A place where people of all ages can explore their link with the out-of-doors and use the environment and our exhibits for educational growth. PNC is a resource center for educators to learn methods and find material for teaching about natural systems. PNC is a place for discovering our natural and cultural history and exploring how nature is linked with the arts, literature, history, and science. PNC is a 501.c3 not-for-profit corporation inspiring stewardship of the earth through environmental education.

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3700 Christian Valley Road Auburn, CA 95602

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Name	Category	Dates	Status	Time	Age Range	Price	Description
Water Worlds	Environmental Science	Jul 29 - Jul 31, 2025	Past session Past dates; prices and details may have changed.	12:00 AM - 12:00 AM	Ages not published	Price not published	About this session Dive into the wonders of water ecosystems and learn about aquatic life through engaging activities and exploration.
Geology Rocks	Environmental Science	Jul 22 - Jul 24, 2025	Past session Past dates; prices and details may have changed.	12:00 AM - 12:00 AM	Ages not published	Price not published	About this session Explore the fascinating world of rocks and minerals through hands-on activities and outdoor learning.
Dino Days – Prehistoric Creatures	Environmental Science	Jul 15 - Jul 17, 2025	Past session Past dates; prices and details may have changed.	12:00 AM - 12:00 AM	Ages not published	Price not published	About this session Travel back in time to learn about dinosaurs and other prehistoric creatures through fun activities and crafts.
Howlers	Environmental Science	Jul 8 - Jul 10, 2025	Past session Past dates; prices and details may have changed.	12:00 AM - 12:00 AM	Ages not published	Price not published	About this session Discover the fascinating world of howler monkeys and their habitats through interactive activities and outdoor exploration.
Pollinators, Pests and Predators	Environmental Science	Jul 1 - Jul 3, 2025	Past session Past dates; prices and details may have changed.	12:00 AM - 12:00 AM	Ages not published	Price not published	About this session Learn about the roles of different creatures in our ecosystem, focusing on pollinators and their importance to our environment.
Dirt Made My Lunch	Environmental Science	Jun 24 - Jun 26, 2025	Past session Past dates; prices and details may have changed.	12:00 AM - 12:00 AM	Ages not published	Price not published	About this session Explore the wonders of soil and how it contributes to our food systems through hands-on activities and outdoor learning.