The MEEC - The McDuffie Environmental Education Center

06/03/2026

FOSSILS today, 10am please feel free to drop in. Plenty of space available.

How Fossils Are Formed (Elementary Program) Join us for a hands-on learning experience all about how fossils are created! Students will explore the science behind fossil formation and what fossils can reveal about the dinosaurs that once roamed the Earth. Wednesday, June 3rd Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00...

06/02/2026

DINOS tomorrow! Spots available.

How Fossils Are Formed (Elementary Program) Join us for a hands-on learning experience all about how fossils are created! Students will explore the science behind fossil formation and what fossils can reveal about the dinosaurs that once roamed the Earth. Wednesday, June 3rd Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00...

06/02/2026

Toddler Tuesday (Dinos) today 10am. Still some spots open. https://georgiawildlife.com/mcduffie-environmental-education-center check out the calendar for our summer events.

The McDuffie Environmental Education Center (MEEC) is one of seven regional education centers operated by the Georgia Department of Natural Resources. The MEEC is a collaboration between the Georgia Department of Natural Resources, the McDuffie County Board of Education, the Watson Brown Foundation,...

05/30/2026

June 4th
Dinosaurs and Extinction (upper elementary through High School)
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05/30/2026

June 3rd
How Fossils Are Formed (Elementary Program)

Join us for a hands-on learning experience all about how fossils are created! Students will explore the science behind fossil formation and what fossils can reveal about the dinosaurs that once roamed the Earth.

Wednesday, June 3rd

Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Cost: $5 per student (check or money order payable to MEEC/DNR)
Class Size: Limited to 15 students

Registration Deadline: June 1st
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05/30/2026

TODDLER TUESDAY JUNE 2ND.
Roar and Read: Meteor Activity

Bring your little explorers for a fun morning of a story and hands-on discovery inspired by meteors and the extinction of the dinosaurs.

This program is designed especially for children ages 18 months to 4 years, with older siblings welcome to join in the fun. (Please register all children that will be attending)

Time: 10:00 AM – around 11:30 AM

Space is limited to 15 children.

Registration closes June 1st, or when the class limit is reached—whichever comes first.

We look forward to a fun, curious morning together!
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05/30/2026

Summer Activities Start Tuesday!

Summer is here, and we have a full schedule of fun, educational, and outdoor activities planned for all ages!

Be sure to check out our calendar for:
~Free Library Events
~Toddler Tuesdays at the McDuffie Environmental Education Center (MEEC)
~Wild Wednesdays
~Talk About It Thursdays
~Free Community Fishing Events
~Free Kids Fishing Events
…and much more!

Important: Registration information for MEEC onsite programs can be found in the description of each event on the calendar. Many programs have limited space available and registration closes the week before the event so we can plan accordingly.

Don't miss out on a summer filled with nature, learning, fishing, and fun!

Happy Summer from the MEEC!
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04/30/2026

Registration links are being added tomorrow and can be found on our calendar. https://georgiawildlife.com/mcduffie-environmental-education-center

04/30/2026

Wood Storks in Georgia

Great news—Wood Storks are back at McDuffie PFA! A special thanks to our volunteer birder, Mr. Bill Loper, who spotted them today.

These tall, white wading birds with dark, featherless heads are seasonal visitors to our region. Each year, they move across the Southeast in response to changing water levels and food availability. While many nest along the coast, they often travel inland during the warmer months in search of ideal feeding conditions in wetlands like ours.

Wood Storks use a unique feeding method called “tactile feeding.” They slowly sweep their open bills through shallow water and snap them shut the instant they detect prey. This strategy works best when water levels are just right—one reason healthy, well-managed wetlands are so important.

In Georgia, Wood Storks typically begin arriving in late spring and can be seen through summer as they follow shifting water conditions.

Once listed as endangered, Wood Storks have made an encouraging comeback thanks to habitat protection and restoration. Even so, they still depend on clean, functioning wetlands to thrive.

If you visit McDuffie PFA, help protect these remarkable birds:
• Stay on designated trails
• Give wildlife plenty of space
• Help keep wetlands clean

Healthy wetlands support Wood Storks—and countless other species.

04/28/2026

Summer Learning at MEEC is Here!

The McDuffie Environmental Education Center (MEEC) is excited to announce a full summer schedule of educational programs happening every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday at 10:00 AM!

Weekly Program Breakdown:
• Tuesdays (Toddlers): Story time paired with a fun, themed activity
• Wednesdays (Elementary Age): Hands-on learning and exploration
• Thursdays (Older Students): Dive deeper with more advanced, topic-focused activities

Weekly themes will include:
Dinosaurs, Plants, Bones, Soils, Solar Energy, Water, and Animals

Important Details:
• Registration is required for all programs
• Space is limited and will vary by activity
• Program fees range from $5–$10 per student, depending on the activity (listed in each event description on the calendar)

Be sure to check out the MEEC calendar on our website for full program details and registration information.
The full calendar will be available by May 1, and registration will open at that time.

We look forward to exploring, learning, and having fun with you this summer!
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