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Our In-House Field Trip Partners

At New Creations Child Care, we believe learning should be active, engaging, and full of wonder! That’s why we partner with trusted local organizations who bring hands-on field trip experiences right to our centers.

From science experiments and art projects to live animal visits, music, and creative storytelling, our in-house field trip partners make every theme come alive. These experiences allow children to explore new ideas, build confidence, and see God’s world in exciting ways—without ever leaving the classroom.

Each partner shares our commitment to quality, safety, and joyful learning. Together, we’re helping children grow through discovery, imagination, and faith-filled fun.

Field Trip Partners

Here are our our in-house field trip partners. Contact info and websites are provided by the organizations and may change.

Animals / Nature

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University of Minnesota Landscape Arboretum

Offers children a hands-on experience with nature through beautiful gardens, walking paths, and seasonal exhibits. Field trips encourage curiosity, observation, and an appreciation for plants, science, and the natural world in a calm, engaging outdoor setting.

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Bruce the Bug Guy

Bruce the Bug Guy brings live insects and engaging demonstrations that introduce children to the fascinating world of bugs in a fun, age-appropriate way. These interactive presentations spark curiosity, encourage gentle hands-on learning, and help children explore science through real-life experiences.

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Dodge Nature Center

Dodge Nature Center provides children with hands-on outdoor learning through trails, wildlife encounters, and farm experiences. Field trips help students explore nature, understand animals and ecosystems, and develop curiosity through guided, age-appropriate activities.

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Hatching Rental Kits- Crow River Quail

Hatching Rental Kits – Crow River Quail (Minnesota) provides hands-on learning kits that allow children to observe the life cycle of quail from egg to hatch in a safe, classroom-friendly way. This interactive experience teaches responsibility, patience, and an appreciation for God’s creation through real-life animal care and observation

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International Wolf center

International Wolf Center introduces children to wolves through engaging exhibits and age-appropriate educational programs focused on wildlife and conservation. Field trips help children learn about animal behavior, habitats, and respect for God’s creation in an exciting, hands-on environment.

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Little Blues Traveling Zoo

Little Blues Traveling Zoo brings live animal encounters directly to children through safe, interactive, and educational presentations. These hands-on experiences help children learn about animals, habitats, and respect for living creatures in a fun and memorable way.

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MN Agriculture in the Classroom Foundation

Minnesota Agriculture in the Classroom Foundation helps children learn where food comes from through interactive, age-appropriate lessons about farming, plants, and animals. Their programs connect agriculture to everyday life, encouraging curiosity, healthy choices, and an understanding of Minnesota’s farming communities.

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Osprey wilds environmental learning center

Osprey Wilds Environmental Learning Center provides immersive outdoor learning experiences where children explore nature, wildlife, and the environment through guided activities and hands-on discovery. Field trips encourage curiosity, teamwork, and a deeper appreciation for Minnesota’s natural world in a safe, engaging setting.

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Rad zoo

Rad Zoo brings exciting live animal encounters directly to children through interactive, educational presentations. These hands-on experiences help children learn about wildlife, animal care, and respect for living creatures in a fun and age-appropriate way.

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Root Pass Acres Farm

Root Pass Acres Farm gives children a hands-on farm experience where they can see animals up close, explore the outdoors, and learn where food comes from. Field trips focus on curiosity, responsibility, and appreciation for farm life in a safe, engaging, and age-appropriate setting.

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Sea Quest

Sea Quest gives children an interactive learning experience where they can see, touch, and learn about a variety of animals from land and sea. Guided exploration helps spark curiosity while teaching respect for wildlife, habitats, and responsible care in a fun, hands-on environment.

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Snake Discovery

Snake Discovery provides engaging, hands-on reptile education that helps children learn about snakes and other reptiles in a safe and age-appropriate way. Field trips encourage curiosity, respect for animals, and science learning through interactive presentations and close-up observation.

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Sustainable Safari

Sustainable Safari brings live animal encounters directly to children through engaging, educational presentations focused on wildlife, conservation, and respect for God’s creation. These hands-on experiences spark curiosity while teaching age-appropriate lessons about animals, habitats, and responsible care for the natural world.

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Sustainable Safari/Cock-A-Doodle Zoo

Sustainable Safari / Cock-A-Doodle Zoo brings live animal encounters directly to children through interactive, educational presentations. These hands-on experiences help kids learn about animal care, conservation, and respect for living creatures in a fun, age-appropriate way.

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Art

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KidCreate Studio

KidCreate Studio Minnesota inspires creativity through hands-on art projects designed just for children. Field trips give kids the chance to explore colors, textures, and techniques while building confidence and having fun in a welcoming studio environment.

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Young Rembrandts

Young Rembrandts provides engaging, step-by-step drawing lessons that help children build confidence, fine motor skills, and creativity. Their age-appropriate art programs make learning fun while introducing foundational skills in visual expression and imagination.

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Face Painting

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Face Painting by Alyssa

Face Painting by Alyssa brings creativity and imagination to life with colorful, child-friendly designs that are fun, gentle, and age-appropriate. Her engaging approach adds a joyful, interactive experience that makes special events and field trips even more memorable for children.

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Fantastic Face Painting

Fantastic Face Painting brings colorful, kid-friendly face painting experiences that add excitement and creativity to special events and enrichment days. Children enjoy fun, age-appropriate designs in a safe, cheerful environment that encourages self-expression and imagination.

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FunTimes Funktions

FunTimes Funktions brings interactive inflatable experiences and high-energy play that encourage movement, teamwork, and big smiles. Their engaging setups turn field trips into active learning opportunities where children build coordination and confidence through fun.

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Large Motor

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Amazing Athletes

High-energy and engaging, Amazing Athletes Minnesota introduces children to the fundamentals of multiple sports while building confidence, coordination, and teamwork. Programs are age-appropriate and designed to support physical development, listening skills, and positive character traits through active play.

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Amp Athletics

Amp Athletics Minnesota provides high-energy, age-appropriate activities that help children build strength, coordination, and confidence through movement and play. Field trips focus on active fun while encouraging teamwork, listening skills, and healthy physical development.

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KidoKinetics

KidoKinetics Minnesota brings high-energy, age-appropriate sports and movement programs designed specifically for young children. Through fun, structured activities, kids build coordination, confidence, and teamwork while developing a lifelong love for physical activity.

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Learning tree yoga

Learning Tree Yoga Minnesota introduces children to mindfulness, movement, and breathing through fun, age-appropriate yoga experiences. These sessions support emotional regulation, focus, and body awareness while helping children relax, build confidence, and develop healthy habits.

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Move and Learn MN

Designed to get children active and engaged, Move and Learn MN brings interactive movement and learning experiences directly to the group. Through fun, age-appropriate activities, children build coordination, listening skills, and a love for healthy movement while learning together.

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Singewald's Family Martial Arts

Singewald’s Family Martial Arts Minnesota introduces children to movement, focus, and self-discipline through age-appropriate martial arts activities. Field trip experiences support confidence, respect, and coordination while encouraging positive character development in a fun, structured environment.

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State of Fun

State of Fun Minnesota brings playful, high-energy experiences that encourage creativity, movement, and teamwork through interactive activities and events. Field trips with State of Fun Minnesota help children build confidence, social skills, and joyful memories in a fun, age-appropriate environment.

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Tumble Fun Bus

Designed as a mobile gym on wheels, Tumble Fun Bus brings movement, balance, and active play directly to children in a fun, age-appropriate environment. Guided activities help build coordination, confidence, and gross motor skills while keeping kids engaged and smiling.

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Literacy

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Local Library

Local Library visits introduce children to the joy of books, storytelling, and early literacy through engaging read-alouds and interactive activities. These experiences help build a love for reading while encouraging listening skills, imagination, and community connection.

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Wonder Weavers

Wonder Weavers Minnesota brings imaginative, hands-on experiences to children through creative storytelling, interactive activities, and sensory-rich play. These engaging programs inspire curiosity, cooperation, and joyful learning while supporting social and creative development.

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Magic / Comedy / Puppets

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A Touch of Magic

A Touch of Magic brings storytelling to life through interactive character visits, music, and imaginative play. These engaging experiences inspire creativity, build social connection, and create joyful, memorable moments for children.

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Bob the Beachcomber

Bringing the wonders of the Great Lakes to life, A Bob the Beachcomber Minnesota introduces children to shells, stones, and natural treasures found along the shoreline. Through interactive storytelling and hands-on exploration, kids learn about water, nature, and caring for our environment in a fun and memorable way.

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Brian Richards (magician)

Offers children a hands-on experience with nature through beautiful gardens, walking paths, and seasonal exhibits. Field trips encourage curiosity, observation, and an appreciation for plants, science, and the natural world in a calm, engaging outdoor setting.

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FunTimes Funktions

FunTimes Funktions brings interactive games and energetic activities that keep children engaged while promoting movement and teamwork. Their programs create a fun, memorable experience that supports social development and active play in an age-appropriate way.

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Kids' Comedy show

Laughter and interactive storytelling take center stage during the Kids' Comedy Show Minnesota, where age-appropriate humor keeps children engaged and excited. These live performances support social skills, listening, and joyful learning through playful entertainment designed just for kids.

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Norm the Magician

Norm the Magician brings interactive magic and storytelling to children through fun, age-appropriate performances that capture attention and spark imagination. His engaging shows encourage laughter, participation, and creative thinking while creating a memorable learning experience for young audiences.

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Robert the Magician

Robert the Magician brings laughter and learning together through interactive magic shows that captivate young audiences. His engaging performances encourage imagination, listening skills, and joyful participation in a fun, age-appropriate way for children.

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Schiffelly Puppets

Through lively storytelling and interactive performances, Schiffelly Puppets brings imagination to life for young audiences. Children enjoy engaging puppet shows that support early literacy, listening skills, and creative expression in a fun, age-appropriate way.

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Music

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Imagine Music

Designed to spark creativity and joyful expression, Imagine Music Minnesota brings interactive music experiences to children through rhythm, movement, and sound exploration. These engaging sessions help build listening skills, coordination, and confidence while making learning fun and memorable.

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Nicholas Dircz

Designed to bring engaging, hands-on learning directly to children, Nicholas Dircz Minnesota provides interactive experiences that spark curiosity and creativity. These sessions help children explore new ideas in an age-appropriate, fun, and meaningful way while supporting social and cognitive development.

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The Teddy Bear Band

With lively music and playful storytelling, The Teddy Bear Band creates an interactive experience that gets children singing, moving, and laughing together. Their engaging performances support early learning, social interaction, and joyful participation through age-appropriate songs and activities.

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Science / STEM

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High Touch High Tech of the Twin Cities

High Touch High Tech of the Twin Cities brings interactive science programs directly to children through hands-on experiments and exciting demonstrations. These engaging experiences spark curiosity, build early STEM skills, and make learning science fun, memorable, and age-appropriate.

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Snapology

Through interactive outdoor exploration and thoughtfully designed gardens, University of Minnesota Landscape Arboretum introduces children to plant life, seasonal changes, and environmental discovery. This field trip supports hands-on learning, observation skills, and a growing respect for nature in a peaceful, engaging setting.

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Travel Tots

Travel Tots brings engaging, age-appropriate learning experiences directly to children through interactive movement, exploration, and imaginative play. These programs support early development by encouraging curiosity, confidence, and hands-on discovery in a fun and familiar setting.

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Snacks / Treats

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Blue Moo Ice Cream Truck

Rolling into communities with smiles and sweet treats, Blue Moo Ice Cream Truck brings a fun and memorable experience to special days and field trips. Children enjoy a variety of classic ice cream options while learning about community businesses in a cheerful, age-appropriate way.

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Cherry on Top Ice Cream Truck

The Cherry on Top Ice Cream Truck brings a fun, celebratory experience to children with sweet treats served right on site. This visit adds a joyful, memorable moment to special days while teaching children about community businesses in a simple, age-appropriate way.

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Kona Ice

Bright, colorful Kona Ice visits bring a fun and refreshing treat to children while creating a joyful, celebratory atmosphere. These interactive experiences introduce kids to simple choices, flavors, and community connections in a safe, age-appropriate way.

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Scoops Ice Cream Truck

Sweet learning meets summer fun with Scoops Ice Cream Truck Minnesota as children enjoy a joyful, interactive treat experience. This visit introduces simple concepts like community businesses, turn-taking, and gratitude while creating a memorable moment of celebration and connection.

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Travel

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MN DOT: Bridge Program

The MN DOT Bridge Program introduces children to how bridges are designed, built, and kept safe through engaging, age-appropriate learning experiences. This program helps students understand transportation, teamwork, and how engineers and community helpers work together to connect our communities.

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