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Families Invited to BugDay! on June 13 at Jensen-Olson Arboretum 

May 26, 2026

Join Friends of Jensen-Olson Arboretum to explore the fascinating world of insects at BugDay! on Saturday, June 13 from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. 

Participants ages 4 to 12 years will learn from hands-on workstations, games, and other activities designed to demystify insects and understand their importance in the ecosystem. 

Admission is $10 plus tax, and scholarships are available through the Zach Gordon Youth Center. Register online through the Parks & Recreation registration catalog’s “Youth & Teen” tab starting at 12 p.m. on Friday, May 29. Space is limited. Kids must be accompanied by an adult. 

For more information about location and access, visit the Arboretum website bit.ly/jensenolsonarboretum.  

For questions about BugDay!, contact Erin Carriker, the Education Coordinator for Friends of Jensen-Olson Arboretum, at erin.freshaireducation@gmail.com. For questions about registration, contact Parks & Recreation at parks.rec@juneau.gov.  

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