Smithers Jr. Skill Swap – Kids Safety and Nature Day

-### Where to Meet**Smithers City Hall, 2 Greyhound Ln., Smithers, WV**
Please arrive by **2:45 PM** for quick check-in.—

###  Event Line-Up

3:00 PM | “Predators Beware” Kid-Safety Workshop
Led by third-generation Bruce Lee lineage instructor Jason Daniel Lee (NextLevelJKD.com). Kids learn simple, age-appropriate ways to spot danger early, set clear boundaries, and protect themselves. Parents receive takeaway tips to reinforce the lessons at home.

4:00 PM | Nature Scavenger Hunt
Black Diamond Girl Scout Super Troop 10486, with troop leaders Katherine McGraw and Megan Massie, guides children along the City Walking Trail to identify native plants and wildlife. Finish back at the playground for popsicles, snacks, and photo-worthy bragging rights!—

###  Who Should Come* Kids **ages 5–12** ready to build confidence and curiosity.

* Parents, grandparents, guardians, homeschoolers, Scout troops, youth clubs, and church groups throughout Fayette and Kanawha counties.—

###  What to BringComfy shoes, outdoor play clothes, a refillable water bottle, and a can-do spirit. We provide all learning materials, scavenger lists, and post-hunt treats.—

###  RSVP (Required)Email **[smithersvista@gmail.com] with the number of children, names, ages, and the number of accompanying adults. Space is limited and filled on a first-come, first-served basis.—

###  Why It MattersIn small Appalachian towns, safety know-how and a love for nature go hand-in-hand with community pride. This free event equips children with practical self-defense tools, nurtures a deeper connection to our local environment, and sparks fellowship among neighbors. Together we can raise confident, resilient kids who feel right at home—indoors and out.

Come for the skills, stay for the smiles, and leave knowing you’ve invested in a stronger, safer Smithers. See you on July 16!