Family Frolic: Backyard Bugging

Dig in dirt, sift through pond sludge, and chase down aerial insects in search of some of the most unique invertebrates found in Missouri. Missouri Master Naturalists will guide guests in their search and teach kids how to safely handle the insects. Free hands-on activities for kids include designing insect-themed clothespins to clip onto bags and backpacks, trying tasty edible insects, and playing good bug/bad bug yard games. Kids will enjoy watching a LEGOLAND Master Model Builder construct a larger-than-life model of the rarely seen Assassin Bug, and families won’t want to miss the StoneLion Puppet Theatre perform their “backyard buggin” show.  All activities free with Garden admission.