Homeschool Classes

Homeschool Class: Track That Trash, Ages 11-14

September 25th, 9:15 am11:00 am

A Quarry Hill naturalist will lead the class on a tour of the Olmsted County Waste-to-Energy plant and Recycling Center. Students will also spend time at waste-related learning stations. 

*There is no fee for this offering; Olmsted County covers class fees. The class will meet at the Nature Center and walk to the Waste to Energy facility as a group. 

Homeschool classes are taught by our experienced naturalists and use the extensive resources in Quarry Hill Park to create unique, locally based science experiences that support at home learning while building respect for the natural world. 

These classes are for homeschooled students only, are based on age, and are offered two times during the school year. Topics rotate from year to year.

Class Details:

  • Classes include a significant amount of time outside. Please dress for the weather.
  • Advanced registration and payment is required. 
  • Parents do not need to stay. 
  • Only children registered for the class may attend.
  • If your child has a particular educational/classroom need please make Quarry Hill aware prior to the start date of class so we can provide the best experiences for students.
  • Epi-Pens:  If your child requires an Epi-Pen and a responsible adult is not accompanying the child for the duration of the class an Epi-Pen authorization form (with physician anaphylaxis plan) must be completed and returned to Quarry Hill Nature Center prior to the start date. Please contact the Nature Center for more information.