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Nature Fest

Nature Fest is an annual festival at the Merry Lea Environmental Learning Center. The two-day event features a wide range of science activities for families. Graduate students at Goshen College and volunteers help design the activities and create experiences in nature that everyone can enjoy.

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Michael YergeGraduate StudentGoshen College

Kaitlyn SprolesDirector of Environmental Education OutreachMerry Environmental Learning Center of Goshen College

Tamara GodaVolunteerMerry Lea Environmental Learning Center of Goshen College

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PBS Nature Classroom Resources

Date uploaded: May 31, 2024

Organization: Merry Lea Environmental Learning Center of Goshen College
City: Albion, IN

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