Forest Ridge Park is welcoming the city’s preschoolers this January with an outdoor learning program designed to combine nature and education. The program includes guided hikes exploring the secrets of winter and lessons about the movement of the winter sun, providing hands-on opportunities for children to engage with the natural world. Participants will gain early exposure to environmental concepts, fostering awareness and appreciation for the outdoors.
Forest Ridge Park’s January 2026 schedule features a series of educational programs for children aged 3 to 6. According to the City of Raleigh, the lineup begins with “Jakes and Jennies” on Jan. 7, 2026, offering a nature hike paired with a seasonal lesson for $3. On Jan. 12, 2026, “Seasons of the Sun” explores winter daylight patterns for $4, while “Animals on the Night Shift” on Jan. 26, 2026, introduces preschoolers to nocturnal wildlife for $5. Each activity is designed to make science and nature engaging and interactive for young learners…