Parks and Recreation

See what there is to discover. Free weekly programs will be held at the Rocky Reach Vistor Center starting in mid-June and running through early August. Taught by Visitor Center staff, these classes will be tailored for the grade school scientist. Come and enjoy a fun day for all.

Time: 9:30 - 10:30 am
Tues: 2nd-4th graders; Wed: 5th-7th graders

Call (509) 663-7522 to register.

June 23 and 24 - Fish School
What are their fins used for? Do they sleep, smell or hear? Make your own fish print.

June 30 and July 1 - Understanding Light Energy
Discover the electromagnetic spectrum. See rainbows where once there were none.

July 7 and 8 - The History and Uses of the Columbia River
How did the river form? What lives in it? Who uses it? What is it used for?

July 14 and 15 - Solar Power
Using the sun to power our lives, cars, go carts, lights and homes.

July 21 and 22 - Life Cycle of the Salmon
Discover the incredible journey of a salmon from the day of birth to the return for spawning. Make your own lifecycle bracelet.

July 28 and 29 - Fish Eggs Hatching
Experience the Rocky Reach East Bank Fish Hatchery. See the incubators, eggs and the juveniles. Learn how it all works.

2009 Summer Science in Review Picnic and Celebration
Rocky Reach Dam - Upper Shelter
Tuesday, August 4, 9:30 - 12:30

This is going to be a fun packed morning for children, grades 2nd thru 7th. Hotdogs will be provided to parents and children at 11:30. For more information, please call 663-7522.

9:30 -11:30
Solar powered go-cart
Solar powered water fountain
GEM - Electric Car
Electromgnetic Spectrum
Games & Fun

11:30 - 12:30
Hotdogs,Chips, Drinks