Delano Community Education

Ages 2.5 - 7 years to Kindergarten with parent/caregiver attending

Join us for a fun-filled, hands-on learning experience designed for young children and their parents or caregiver! Each field trip will offer a blend of exploration, discovery, and play in a nurturing and engaging environment.

Field Trips are tailored to support early childhood development and foster connections between children, families, and their environment. Whether exploring nature, engaging in creative activities, or simply enjoying quality time, there’s something for everyone to enjoy!

Parent Educators; Maggie Olson (Delano) & Aimee Sinkler (Watertown-Mayer)

Please note: 

• There will be a minimum number of required registrations before the field trip will be able to happen. There will also be a maximum capacity based on the site regulations or the bus capacity maximum.
• All Strollers must be collapsible so they can be folded and stored on the bus. Double strollers, extra large strollers or wagons are not permitted.
• No refunds will be given to any participants that miss the bus, you are welcome to drive yourself and meet us there.

1111-S1 Thursday, June 11 ( Please excuse the misprint in the brochure, this date is the correct information)

Gale Wood Farm 

Gale Woods Farm is a real working farm located on picturesque Whaletail Lake in Minnetrista. It offers exciting, hands-on programs for preschoolers. Skilled, professional farm educators create an experience with in-depth farm and garden activities. The day includes animal activities, simple farm crafts, garden and orchard explorations, cooking, and more.

Time: Bus leaves Delano at 9:30 AM and returns at 12:00 PM. Delano CEC building is located at 140 Elm Avenue.

1111-S2 Wednesday, July 16

Wheel & Cog

Wheel and Cog, located in Hutchinson Mall, is a place where children’s play inspires problem solving, science, creativity, leadership, collaboration, and experimentation. Each individual play area promotes imaginative and interactive play. Current exhibits include the Farmer’s Market, the Tape Scape. STEAM Tables, and Backyard Explorers.

Time: Bus leaves Watertown-Mayer at 8:30 AM and returns at 12:30 PM. Watertown-Mayer Community Learning Center is located at 313 Angel Avenue NW.

1111-S3 Wednesday, August 6

Minnesota Arboretum

Founded in 1958, The Minnesota Landscape Arboretum is a 1,200-acre public garden in Chaska, Minnesota, that attracts over 600,000 visitors per year. This self-guided experience has many areas for you to explore with your preschooler. Areas to explore include the Green Play Yard, Scarecrow Hill, the Farm at the Arb, Maze Garden, Bog Walk on Green Heron Trail, a Scavenger Hunt, and the Andersen Horticultural Library.

Time: Bus leaves Watertown-Mayer at 8:30 AM and returns at 12:00 PM. Watertown-Mayer Community Learning Center is located at 313 Angel Avenue NW.