^{Activities, events and times subject to change.}

Wednesdays at 10 am and 11 am

Fridays at 3 pm and 4 pm ( Through May 2024 only)

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Get ready for an outdoor science extravaganza with Picnic Science – a thrilling series of ongoing workshops set against the backdrop of The W.T. & Louise J. Moran Foundation Picnic Tables near the EcoStation!

^{Be part of the action by signing up with our dynamic educator right at the workshop location. Since we're all about having a blast outdoors, these workshops are weather permitting.} ‍

_{Prepare for a takeover of excitement as we sometimes commandeer the Power Science Lab for exclusive and electrifying workshops! These special sessions, hosted frequently in the Power Science Lab, may come with sign-up opportunities or age restrictions, adding an extra layer of thrill to your science adventure!}

APRIL 2024

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Rainy Days Ahead!: Learn about the water cycle with a series of experiments and activities, from making a cloud in a bottle to making a rainstorm out of shaving cream.

When: Wednesday, April 17 and Friday, April 19 at The W.T. & Louise J. Moran Foundation Picnic Tables

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Sweet n' Sour: Miracle Berry: Join us as we temporarily change our tastebuds and eat some sour snacks! How will they taste? Come find out!

When: Wednesday, April 24 and Friday, April 26 in the Power Science Lab

 MAY 2024

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The Volcano Unleashed: Learn about the classic volcano experiment with a fizzy twist!

When: Wednesday, May 1 and Friday, May 3 in the Power Science Lab

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Pond Exploration: Uncover the mysteries of Eco Station’s pond and see what’s living underneath the surface.

When: Wednesday, May 8 and Friday, May 10 in the Power Science Lab

Nature Journals: Explore Eco Station and learn about Houston’s ecosystems with our educator.

When: Wednesday, May 15 and Friday, May 17 in the Power Science Lab

Animal Identification: Animal Scat: Pfew! What's that smell? Not us, because we are going to be learning about how to identify animals with fake animal scat!

When: Wednesday, May 22 and Friday, May 24 at The W.T. & Louise J. Moran Foundation Picnic Tables

Shrinky Dinks: Endangered Texas Animals: Learn about the endangered animals right in our backyard with shrinky dinks!

When: Wednesday, May 29 and Friday, May 31 in the Power Science Lab

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 JUNE 2024

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Sweet n' Sour: Miracle Berry: Join us as we temporarily change our tastebuds and eat some sour snacks! How will they taste? Come find out!  

When: Wednesday, June 5 in the Power Science Lab

Edible Rock Cycles!: Did you know rocks have a life cycle too? Learn about the life of a rock using candy!

When: Wednesday, June 12 in the Power Science Lab

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Magic Milk: Magic... or science!? Learn a little about how you can make a rainbow just using milk and water and how this relates to our digestive system!

When: Wednesday, June 19 in the Power Science Lab

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Defying Gravity: Mentos Geysers!: What happens when you drop Mentos into diet coke? Join us for an out of this world explosion where everyone gets to launch their own Geyser!

When: Wednesday, June 26 at The W.T. & Louise J. Moran Foundation Picnic Tables  

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JULY 2024

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Out of this World Creatures: If you have ever wondered about life under the surface of the water, this is the place to be! Join us as we examine the tiny creatures hidden under muck of our pond!

When: Wednesday, July 3 in the Power Science Lab

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Shaving Cream Planets: Learn about our solar system by making your own planet using shaving cream and paint. Even if you don’t feel very artistic, don’t worry! We are going to let the shaving cream do all the work.

When: Wednesday, July 10 at The W.T. & Louise J. Moran Foundation Picnic Tables   

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Endo vs Exothermic Reactions: Join us for a series of chemical reactions showing the differences between chemical reactions that feel cold or that feel warm.

When: Wednesday, July 17 at The W.T. & Louise J. Moran Foundation Picnic Tables   

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Snow in July: Let’s make our own snow! And don’t worry, this snow won’t melt in the Texas heat!

When: Wednesday, July 24 at The W.T. & Louise J. Moran Foundation Picnic Tables   

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The Search for Bones: Come dissect owl pellets and reconstruct the skeletons of animals inside to discover what the owls ate for dinner!

When: Wednesday, July 31 at The W.T. & Louise J. Moran Foundation Picnic Tables   

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AUGUST 2024

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Dragon's Breath: Air Cannons: Join us as we make our own air cannons! We will even fill them using a fog machine and test them out!

When: Wednesday, Aug. 7 in the Power Science Lab

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Oobleck Oasis: Oobleck! A solid? A liquid? Maybe both? Answer all your burning questions using your feet as we walk across a pool of Oobleck during this science workshop!

When: Wednesday, Aug. 14 at The W.T. & Louise J. Moran Foundation Picnic Tables  

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Power Science Lab INFILTRATED!!! : Vex has unleashed a terrible virus inside Power Science lab! See if you can use your tools to uncover the hidden secrets.

When: Wednesday, Aug. 21 in the Power Science Lab

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Science of Slime: Ever wondered why slime is so stretchy? Learn about the science of slime and polymers in this messy and fun workshop!

When: Wednesday, Aug. 28 at The W.T. & Louise J. Moran Foundation Picnic Tables

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SEPTEMBER 2024

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Nature Scavenger Hunt: Let’s explore together. Embark on a scavenger hunt around EcoStation, looking for bugs, plants, and turtles!  

When: Wednesday, Sept. 4 at The W.T. & Louise J. Moran Foundation Picnic Tables   ‍