Submitted Photo A hands-on exploration of mammal artifacts is one of the ways 3 to 8-year-old Little Explorers and their adults will learn about mammals at Audubon Community Nature Center on Saturday morning, September 10.

What do rabbits, bats, and bears have in common?

Join the 3 to 8-year olds and their favorite adults who come to Little Explorers at Audubon Community Nature Center (ACNC) on Saturday, Sept. 10, from 10 to 11:30 a.m., and learn about “Mammals.”

Experience a hands-on exploration of mammal artifacts to figure out what makes mammals different from other animals like reptiles or fish. After a short indoor lesson where the group can learn more about local mammals and the adaptations that help them survive, head outside on a guided exploration through Audubon’s forests and wetlands to look for evidence of those mammals.

A snack is provided after the hike, and a craft is offered if there is time. The program takes place rain or shine, so dress for the weather.

The fee for the program is $8 for adults, $6 for children ages 3 – 8 and Nature Center members. Enrollment is limited to 15 children, 30 participants total.

Make reservations by Thursday, Sept. 8, by calling 716-569-2345 during business hours or by going to AudubonCNC.org and clicking through “Upcoming Programs.”

For ACNC’s most up-to-date COVID-19 requirements, read the COVID-19 Notice at the top of the page at AudubonCNC.org.

Audubon Community Nature Center is located at 1600 Riverside Road, one-quarter mile east of Route 62 between Jamestown and Warren. Visit the 600-acre nature preserve and visit with Audubon’s three live birds of prey, enjoy the native tree arboretum, gardens, picnic area, natural play space and hike the six miles of trails dawn until dusk daily for free. The three-story Nature Center building houses interactive displays, a collection of live animals including the Hellbender exhibit, the 2021 Nature Photography Contest winners, and the Blue Heron Gift Shop. Visitors are welcome Mondays through Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and Sundays, 1 to 4:30 p.m. Nature Center members and SNAP/EBT cardholders have free building admission daily. Building admission is also free every Sunday for non-Nature Center members.