# Things to do with kids at Mercer Slough Environmental Education Center

> 5 upcoming family events and 2 ongoing programs and visits at Mercer Slough Environmental Education Center, 1625 118th Ave SE, Bellevue, WA, in the Seattle–Tacoma–Bellevue area. Dates and times are Pacific Time. Today is Sat, Oct 24.

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## Events ahead

- [Ranger-Led Hike at Mercer Slough Nature Park](https://grassyknees.com/seattle/activities/ranger-led-hike-at-mercer-slough-nature-park--listing-0505824c1fef11a2a998af98) — Sun, Nov 8 (+1 more date) · 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM · Mercer Slough Environmental Education Center, Bellevue · Free · checked Oct 13. Bring the whole family to join a ranger on a guided 1.5-mile, easy hike through the 320-acre Mercer Slough Nature Park. This kid-oriented program teaches kids and parents about…
- [Night Hike: A Slough of Senses](https://grassyknees.com/seattle/activities/night-hike-a-slough-of-senses--listing-0ea69657fc9721a5f3ac6121) — Fri, Nov 13 (+1 more date) · 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM · Mercer Slough Environmental Education Center, Bellevue · Free · checked Oct 13. As daylight fades, the Mercer Slough wetlands reveal a different kind of life: calm, watchful and alive with subtle movement. Join a park ranger for a guided evening walk that…
- [Story and a Stroll at Mercer Slough](https://grassyknees.com/seattle/activities/story-and-a-stroll-at-mercer-slough--listing-19efb7f18097234b42ec0590) — Fri, Nov 13 (+3 more dates) · 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM · Mercer Slough Environmental Education Center, Bellevue · Ages 2–5 · Free · checked Oct 13. Join a park ranger to explore the forested wetlands of the Mercer Slough Nature Park with your preschooler. Each week children discover something new outdoors and grow more…
- [Ranger Program: Nocturnal in November (Owls)](https://grassyknees.com/seattle/activities/ranger-program-nocturnal-in-november-owls--listing-a10eba6dca6184054fecb745) — Sat, Nov 14 · 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM · Mercer Slough Environmental Education Center, Bellevue · Ages 5–10 · Free · checked Oct 13. Several types of owls live throughout Bellevue's parks; these silent predators of the night are considered a keystone species. Join a ranger at the Mercer Slough Environmental…
- [Ranger Program: Breakfast for Birds](https://grassyknees.com/seattle/activities/ranger-program-breakfast-for-birds--listing-51c23a42f75cc149cb32fc91) — Sat, Dec 12 · 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM · Mercer Slough Environmental Education Center, Bellevue · Ages 5–10 · Free · checked Oct 13. The Mercer Slough provides critical habitat for resident and migratory birds year-round, and limited winter resources make survival challenging. Join a ranger to learn about…

## Ongoing programs and visits

- [Bellevue Junior Ranger Badge](https://grassyknees.com/seattle/activities/bellevue-junior-ranger-badge--listing-e427207a12405278b89106a4) — Self-paced; booklets at Mercer Slough (daily 10-4), Lewis Creek (Wed-Sun 10-4) and Lake… · Mercer Slough Environmental Education Center, Bellevue · Free · checked Oct 13. Kids can earn a City of Bellevue Junior Ranger Badge: pick up (or download) a Junior Ranger booklet at the Mercer Slough Environmental Education Center, Lake Hills Greenbelt…
- [Mercer Slough Environmental Education Center](https://grassyknees.com/seattle/activities/mercer-slough-environmental-education-center--listing-ed8e8ba2673ab3cbefbef48c) — Daily, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. · Mercer Slough Environmental Education Center, Bellevue · All ages · Free · checked Oct 13. Visitor center overlooking the 320-acre Mercer Slough Nature Park in Bellevue, a collaboration between the City of Bellevue and Pacific Science Center. Inside are an interactive…

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