A Sense of Wonder

Yesterday I was fortunate to be asked to be involved with a panel discussion about instilling "A Sense of Wonder" in children at the Ogden Nature Center. We had a lovely time talking about our experiences, why we choose to get into the field of Environmental Education, and our backgrounds working with children and adults. It was very inspiring and motivating to be with so many other people who value nature and nature experiences and the enthusiasm was contagious.


Kathi Stopher of the Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge was also on the panel and shared a great article by Rachel Carson called "Help Your Child to Wonder" which was published in the Ladies Home Companion in 1956. Click here to access the article.

Also, if you are interested in other activities coming up pertaining to "A Sense of Wonder", keep reading to see what's planned for The Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge this weekend!

On Saturday, March 21, 10:30-3:00, Bear River Refuge will celebrating Women's History Month with an event titled, "A Sense of Wonder". The day honors Rachel Carson and her work, writings, and teaching about our natural world. It will be a day featuring activities for the family and culminating in a screening of her biographical film of the same title.

A Day of Activities to Instill the Sense of Wonder in Children: Saturday, March 21, 10:30-3:00

10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
“Engaging Kids in Nature”
Join DeAnn Lester, Naturalist/Educator and other staff for an exploration of the wetland landscape and making organic art - Explore the out-of-doors with spring scavenger hunts and MORE!

1:00 pm – 1:30 p.m.
“Meet Des-Ta-Te”
Meet “Des-ta-te, the Live Eagle” and DaLyn Erickson from Ogden Nature Center, as she tells the story of Bald Eagles and their journey back from the threat of extinction.

2:00 – 3:00 p.m.
“Sense of Wonder Film”
Special Sneak Preview - Based on the life and writings of Rachel Carson, this moving film tells the story of a woman’s love for the natural world and her fight to defend it.

For more info contact Kathi at kathi_stopher@fws.gov.