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Get outside and discover nature with a Nature Bag from the Library. These backpacks are filled with tools and activities to help you explore the natural world, whether you're watching birds during the day or discovering what comes alive at night. Borrow a Nature Bag on your library card and start your next outdoor adventure.
Birdwatching Bag
We've got everything you need for a day of birdwatching in one convenient backpack. Whether you're a single adult or a whole family, we have a kit sized for you. Check out a Birdwatching Kit on your Library card, and then head out to discover our feathered friends.
Adult Birdwatching Bag Includes
Family Birdwatching Bag Includes
| Item | Loan Period | Renewals | Holds | Loans / Card | Replacement Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adult Birdwatching Bag | 14 days | No | Yes | 1 per card | $243.86 |
| Family Birdwatching Bag | 14 days | No | Yes | 1 per card | $329.55 |
Birdwatching Bags have been made possible by the generous support of Bird Friendly Peterborough and the Peterborough Field Naturalists through a generous donation by the Hunter Family in memory of Terry Hunter.
Explore the Forest
Step into the forest and discover the incredible plants, animals, and ecosystems that make these natural spaces so important. Forests provide habitat for wildlife, help clean our air and water, and offer opportunities for recreation and exploration.
Borrow the Explore the Forest Nature Bag to learn more about the forests around us and the species that call them home.
| Item | Loan Period | Renewals | Holds | Loans / Card | Replacement Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Explore the Forest Bag | 14 days | No | Yes | 1 per card | $88.40 |
Explore the Forest Bags have been made possible by a generous donation to the Peterborough Field Naturalists in memory of G.A. Greentree.
Explore Insects Bag
Insects may be small, but they have a huge impact on the natural world. They pollinate plants, recycle nutrients, provide food for wildlife, and help maintain healthy ecosystems. Every insect, from the familiar to the overlooked, plays an important role.
Borrow the Explore Insects Nature Bag to learn more about these fascinating creatures and discover the insects living all around us.
| Item | Loan Period | Renewals | Holds | Loans / Card | Replacement Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Explore Insects Bag | 14 days | No | Yes | 1 per card | $99.66 |
Explore Insects Bags have been made possible by a generous donation to the Peterborough Field Naturalists from the Community Foundation of Greater Peterborough.
Explore the Night Bag
What happens in nature after dark? The Explore the Night Nature Bag helps young adventurers discover the sights and sounds of the nighttime world. Packed with tools and activities for families, it’s the perfect way to turn an evening walk into a nighttime nature adventure.
| Item | Loan Period | Renewals | Holds | Loans / Card | Replacement Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Explore the Night Bag | 14 days | No | Yes | 1 per card | $192.00 |
Explore the Night Bags have been made possible by the generous support of the Peterborough Field Naturalists
Explore the Pond Bag
Ponds are bustling ecosystems filled with fascinating plants and animals. From frogs and turtles to dragonflies and water beetles, ponds provide important habitat for a wide variety of species.
Borrow the Explore the Pond Nature Bag to learn more about these unique habitats and discover the wildlife living in and around local ponds.
| Item | Loan Period | Renewals | Holds | Loans / Card | Replacement Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Explore the Pond Bag | 14 days | No | Yes | 1 per card | $99.38 |
Explore the Pond Bags have been made possible by a generous donation to the Peterborough Field Naturalists in memory of G.A. Greentree.
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