About
Placer Nature Center offers Little Tykes Family Nature Programs for children ages 2-6, and field trips for students. The center provides age-appropriate programming in natural and social sciences, including on-site and off-site school programming.
Programs
- Little Tykes Family Nature Programs — Designed for children 2-6 years old; kids of all ages and adults have benefited from the classes · Offered Spring, Summer and Fall; Fall 2026 classes are primarily held on 1st and 3rd Tuesdays, 2nd and 4th Wednesdays, and 2nd and 4th Mondays, from 10:00-11:30am, with a few exceptions to accommodate holidays · $20–$120 per session
- Field Trips — Age-appropriate school programming for students · Off-site and on-site school programming; field trips are offered by booking
At a glance
- Ages: 2–18 years old
- Price range: $20–$120 per session
- General schedule: Programs are offered to children, families, schools, and community groups. The center provides age-appropriate programming in natural and social sciences and offers on-site and off-site school programming.
- Facility hours: Open by appointment only; office hours Tuesday through Thursday 9:00am-2:00pm
About the provider
Placer Nature Center has provided environmental education since 1991. Its mission is to deliver community-based, volunteer supported environmental education programs to children, families, schools, and community groups.
No pets allowed on PNC grounds or trails except service animals that are specifically trained to aid a disabled person.
Last updated September 9, 2026.
Is this your business? There is no cost, but you will be asked to sign up or log in.