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Nature Cat

Return to Mighty Mountain/ Welcome to the Vernal Pond

Nature Cat is a new animated series designed to encourage kids to explore and develop connections with the natural world. The show follows Fred, a house cat who dreams of exploring the great outdoors. Once his family leaves for the day, Fred transforms into Nature Cat, "backyard explorer extraordinaire!" Ages: 6-8 Educational Goal: Science

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Return to Mighty Mountain/ Welcome to the Vernal Pond

Season 1 Episode 38 | 23m 40s | CC

There's no giving up for Nature Cat and his pals. After failing to reach the peak of the Mighty Mountains, they are going to try and hike all the way up again! / While playing in the woods, Nature Cat and his pals come across Fern, a spotted salamander who just so happens to be pregnant, and ready to have her babies!

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