Registration is now open for the September session of “Little Saplings,” a fun nature program series for children ages 3 to 5, presented by the Forest Preserve District of Kane County.

Little Saplings hour-long programs include a combination of stories, nature hikes, songs, games and crafts. The program takes place at Creek Bend Nature Center in St. Charles. A parent or caregiver must accompany the child.

Upcoming dates for “Little Saplings” include:

• 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 17 — “Insect Safari”
• 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 15 — “Spider Mania”
• 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 19 — “Turkey Trot”

The fee is $5 per child, per session, and advance registration is required. To register, call 630-444-3190 or email programs@kaneforest.com.

Creek Bend Nature Center is located within LeRoy Oakes Forest Preserve at 37W700 Dean St., St. Charles.

Please bring a mask that covers your nose and mouth, if social distancing can’t be maintained. Frequent hand sanitizing or handwashing is encouraged. Stay home if you are sick or experiencing any COVID-19 related symptoms.

To see a full roster of Forest Preserve District nature programs, visit www.kaneforest.com. Find us on social media by searching @forestpreserve.

SOURCE: Forest Preserve District of Kane County news release