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SUMMARY:Nature Art for Kids: Wildflowers! (CLOSED)
DESCRIPTION:Experience the joy of spring wildflowers and ferns through art! In this month’s session for kids\, we will explore the Faust Garden and draw many kinds of spring plants like trilliums\, Bloodroot\, and Trout Lilies. All art materials will be provided\, and you are welcome to bring your own supplies if you prefer.\n\n\nRegistration for Nature Art for Kids: Wildflowers is now closed\n\n\nMore Details: We will go for a brief adventure to the Faust Garden for our sketching. This trail is relatively flat and is one of our most accessible trails. If it is raining\, we may do some sketching using waterproof paper or sketch from photographs inside the Interpretive Center. Please bring a small portable camp chair if you have one. This program is designed for ages 5-13. Space is limited. Online pre-registration is required.
URL:https://baltimorewoods.org/event/nature-art-for-kids-wildflowers/
LOCATION:Baltimore Woods Nature Center\, 4007 Bishop Hill Road\, Marcellus\, NY\, 13108\, United States
CATEGORIES:April Programs,Art,Homeschool Programs,Kids Programs,Public Programs
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SUMMARY:Nature Art for Kids: Mammals (CLOSED)
DESCRIPTION:Nature art is a great way to discover and learn about cool plants\, animals\, other living things\, and landscapes! In this series for kids\, we will sharpen our observation skills with fun exercises to learn about proportions\, shading\, texture\, and colors. Each session includes an exploration around the preserve and sketching along the trails or inside the Interpretive Center. During winter or inclement weather\, sketching will take place inside. \nAll sketching materials are provided\, including pencils\, colored pencils\, pens\, and paper. You are welcome to bring your own supplies if you prefer. We encourage attending multiple monthly sessions to build your skills\, but this is not required. \nIn this session\, we will sketch mammals including squirrels visiting our feeders through the window. We will also use taxidermy mounts and photos as references to learn about mammal anatomy\, fur texture\, and tips for drawing mammals in motion. Before sketching\, we will go for a brief walk for inspiration. We will walk on relatively flat trails near the building. \n\n\nRegistration for Nature Art for Kids: Mammals is now closed\n\n\nMore Details: This program is designed for children ages 5-13. Registration is per-child. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Space is limited. Online pre-registration is required. We will walk on relatively flat trails near the building.
URL:https://baltimorewoods.org/event/nature-art-for-kids-mammals/
LOCATION:Baltimore Woods Nature Center\, 4007 Bishop Hill Road\, Marcellus\, NY\, 13108\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Kids Programs,March Programs,Public Programs
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SUMMARY:Winter Wild Adventures
DESCRIPTION:Join us on a grand winter adventure for the whole family! Experience games and fun challenges where you’ll learn and practice basic winter survival skills from fire and shelter building to winter navigation and tracking. Through a little collaboration with each other and with nature\, you’ll acquire some handy skills to survive the winter. Please dress for the weather. Snowshoes will be provided\, if needed. \nRegister for Winter Wild Adventures!\nMore details: Please dress for the weather. Snowshoes will be available if necessary. Pre-registration is required and due to limited capacities associated with the pandemic\, walk-ins cannot be accommodated. At Baltimore Woods Nature Center\, the health and safety of our staff and visitors is of utmost importance. All in-person programming will follow best practices for keeping our participants safe\, including physical distancing and wearing facial coverings. \nThis program is recommended for families with kids ages 5 and up. Children ages 2 and under are free.\nCost: $6 members; $9 public \n 
URL:https://baltimorewoods.org/event/winter-wild-adventures/
LOCATION:Baltimore Woods Nature Center\, 4007 Bishop Hill Road\, Marcellus\, NY\, 13108\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family program,February Programs,Kids Programs,Public Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220205T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220205T113000
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SUMMARY:Whimsical World of Winter: Nature Art
DESCRIPTION:Ever seen fantastic animals in mounds of snow\, sparkling colors in illuminated icicles\, or dizzying designs in fallen tree branches? Winter landscapes are the perfect medium for bringing our imaginations to life. Get in touch with your creative side and become a nature artist! In this program\, we’ll go on a hike and use the materials we find in the woods to make our own whimsical creations. (Please note this program was rescheduled from its original date of January 22) \nRegister for Whimsical World of Winter!\nMore details: Make sure to dress warmly\, wear appropriate footgear\, and bring extra gloves\, as we will be outside and interacting with nature hands-on throughout this program.  Pre-registration is required and due to limited capacities associated with the pandemic\, walk-ins cannot be accommodated. At Baltimore Woods Nature Center\, the health and safety of our staff and visitors is of utmost importance. All in-person programming will follow best practices for keeping our participants safe\, including physical distancing and wearing facial coverings. \nThis program is recommended for families with children ages 5-12. Children ages 2 and under are free. \nCost: $6 members; $9 public \n 
URL:https://baltimorewoods.org/event/whimsical-world-of-winter-nature-art/
LOCATION:Baltimore Woods Nature Center\, 4007 Bishop Hill Road\, Marcellus\, NY\, 13108\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family program,January Programs,Kids Programs,Public Programs
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SUMMARY:Delightfully Deciduous: Trees in Autumn
DESCRIPTION:Autumn leaves are celebrations of the change in the seasons\, in nature\, and in ourselves.  Come explore the colorful lives of trees as they prepare for the oncoming winter. Together we’ll take a walk\,  make observations\, and collect leaves. Later\, we’ll gather to make nature art and compare your collections with leaves from your own neighborhood. Connect scientifically and creatively to the fantastic displays of autumn at Baltimore Woods! \nThis program is intended for children ages 5-10. Parents are not required to register but they must accompany their children throughout the program. Please wear weather-appropriate clothing and bring a few leaves from your own neighborhood to use for our craft. Arrive ready for an hour-long\, moderate hike with rolling hills; the planned route is not suitable for strollers. Craft supplies will be provided. \nRegister for Delightfully Deciduous: Trees in Autumn\nAt Baltimore Woods Nature Center\, the health and safety of our staff and visitors is of utmost importance. All in-person programming will follow best practices for keeping our participants safe\, including physical distancing and wearing facial coverings.
URL:https://baltimorewoods.org/event/delightfully-deciduous-trees-in-autumn/
LOCATION:Baltimore Woods Nature Center\, 4007 Bishop Hill Road\, Marcellus\, NY\, 13108\, United States
CATEGORIES:Kids Programs,November Programs,Public Programs
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210624T160000
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SUMMARY:Trail School: June Explorations
DESCRIPTION:Inspired by one of the great naturalists of the 19th century\, Enos Mills\, each excursion will take us on an adventure through Baltimore Woods as we explore away from the main trails. Our 182-acre “classroom” is rich with diverse habitats\, including streams\, forests\, wetlands\, beaver ponds\, and open meadows. This four-week series runs weekly on Thursday afternoons. $40 members; $60 public. Pre-registration is required and the price includes all four weeks. Weekly themes for June are listed below\, so get ready to hit the trails! \nExploring Hidden Meadow\nJune 3 from 1-4pm \nYou never know what you’ll find in the meadow. The tall grasses\, wildflowers\, and shrubs hide little birds and attract all kinds of pollinators. What amazing things will we discover? \nHarrison’s Hideaway\nJune 10 from 1-4pm \nHave you ever found clay in a stream? Let’s go find some on our preserve! This week we’re digging for clay and exploring all the wonderful creations that can be made with this natural gift. \nHike to Boulder Brook\nJune 17 from 1-4pm \nOne of the most beloved places on the preserve\, the rocks that align the stream of Boulder Brook are a wonder to look at. Not only that\, but there’s plenty of cracks and crevices to find aquatic creatures. Let’s go explore here! \nMiami Beach\nJune 24 from 1-4pm \nIt’s summer-let’s go to the beach! This week we’ll make our way to Miami Beach for a fun day in the sun. As we explore we’ll learn about where all that sand came from and see who can climb the sand hill the fastest! \nRegister for Trail School: June Explorations!\nMore details: This program is planned to be entirely outdoors\, so please dress for the weather. Lessons are suited for ages 5-13. Students must pre-register for the entire series. Adults are encouraged\, but not required to join the group\, and must stay on-site during the program. Bring a water bottle and a small snack. At Baltimore Woods Nature Center\, the health and safety of our staff and visitors is of utmost importance. All in-person programming will follow best practices for keeping our participants safe\, including health screenings\, physical distancing and wearing facial coverings.
URL:https://baltimorewoods.org/event/trail-school-june-explorations/
LOCATION:Baltimore Woods Nature Center\, 4007 Bishop Hill Road\, Marcellus\, NY\, 13108\, United States
CATEGORIES:Homeschool Programs,June Programs,Kids Programs,Public Programs
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SUMMARY:Science Adventures in Nature: June Series
DESCRIPTION:This four-week series offers hands-on experiences in nature to supplement your science curriculum. Every Tuesday\, we’ll meet up for a three hour program packed with experiments\, activities\, and outdoor exploration. Rain\, snow\, or sunshine – we will happily go outside! The cost is $40 for members; $60 for the public. Pre-registration is required and all four sessions are included in this price. Themes for each week are listed below. \nSmall But Mighty\nJune 1 from 1-4pm \nDid you know that ants can lift over 50 times their body weight? Let’s learn about the little things in nature that are often overlooked. We’ll take a closer look at nature by investigating moss\, rolling logs\, and following ants. \nMammals\nJune 8 from 1-4pm \nWhat do voles\, moles\, foxes\, and other furry animals have in common? They are all mammals! This week we will explore the lives of our furry friends through activities and games. \nNature’s Builders\nJune 15 from 1-4pm \nCalling all budding builders! Today we will be busy as beavers\, birds\, and foxes with activities\, crafts\, and games to help us create and build just like our animal friends. Grab your hard hat\, your imagination\, and let’s get building! \nWonderful Water \nJune 22 from 1-4pm \nIt falls\, it flows\, it’s fun to play in! This week we will explore water through the eyes of what lives in it and how it acts around other things. Get ready to dive right into the world of water! \nRegister for Science Adventures in June!\nMore details: This program is planned to be entirely outdoors\, so please dress for the weather. Lessons are suited for ages 5-13. Students must pre-register for the entire series. Adults are encouraged\, but not required to join the group\, and must stay on-site during the program. Bring a water bottle and a small snack. At Baltimore Woods Nature Center\, the health and safety of our staff and visitors is of utmost importance. All in-person programming will follow best practices for keeping our participants safe\, including health screenings\, physical distancing and wearing facial coverings.
URL:https://baltimorewoods.org/event/science-adventures-in-nature-june-series/
LOCATION:Baltimore Woods Nature Center\, 4007 Bishop Hill Road\, Marcellus\, NY\, 13108\, United States
CATEGORIES:Homeschool Programs,June Programs,Kids Programs,Public Programs,Science
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SUMMARY:Trail School: May Explorations
DESCRIPTION:Inspired by one of the great naturalists of the 19th century\, Enos Mills\, each excursion will take us on an adventure through Baltimore Woods as we explore away from the main trails. Our 182-acre “classroom” is rich with diverse habitats\, including streams\, forests\, wetlands\, beaver ponds\, and open meadows. This four-week series runs weekly on Thursday afternoons. $40 members; $60 public. Pre-registration is required and the price includes all four weeks. Weekly themes for May are listed below\, so get ready to hit the trails! \nRippling Waters\nMay 6 from 1-4pm \nWhere does water go and where does it come from? We’ll go to Phillip’s Pond this week to ponder this question and explore the wildlife that depend on this body of water for survival. \nSwamp Searching\nMay 13 from 1-4pm \nAre there any swamps here at Baltimore Woods? You betcha! This week we’ll hike the preserve in search of those swampy areas of muck and mud and explore just how they got there. \nBackside of the Beaver Ponds\nMay 20 from 1-4pm \nFew people have explored this mysterious location. We’ll hike through forests\, along streams\, and across meadows to get there. It’s sure to be a fun adventure! \nPeanut Hill\nMay 27 from 1-4pm \nSpring has sprung but what does that mean for Peanut Hill? Let’s go on an adventure to this favorite spot and build wondrous forts with sticks uncovered by snowmelt! \nRegister for Trail School: May Explorations!\nMore details: This program is planned to be entirely outdoors\, so please dress for the weather. Lessons are suited for ages 5-13. Students must pre-register for the entire series. Adults are encouraged\, but not required to join the group\, and must stay on-site during the program. Bring a water bottle and a small snack. At Baltimore Woods Nature Center\, the health and safety of our staff and visitors is of utmost importance. All in-person programming will follow best practices for keeping our participants safe\, including health screenings\, physical distancing and wearing facial coverings.
URL:https://baltimorewoods.org/event/trail-school-may-explorations/
LOCATION:Baltimore Woods Nature Center\, 4007 Bishop Hill Road\, Marcellus\, NY\, 13108\, United States
CATEGORIES:Homeschool Programs,Kids Programs,May Programs,Public Programs
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210525T160000
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SUMMARY:Science Adventures in Nature: May Series
DESCRIPTION:The May Science Adventures in Nature program is sold out. Check out the June offering where there are limited spaces still available. \nThis four-week series offers hands-on experiences in nature to supplement your science curriculum. Every Tuesday\, we’ll meet up for a three hour program packed with experiments\, activities\, and outdoor exploration. Rain\, snow\, or sunshine – we will happily go outside! The cost is $40 for members; $60 for the public. Pre-registration is required and all four sessions are included in this price. Themes for each week are listed below. \nLife Cycles\nMay 4 from 1-4pm \nFrom toads to trees everything has a life cycle and for many spring is the perfect time to start theirs. This week we will explore the life cycles of plants and animals all over the preserve through activities and games. \nWacky and Wild \nMay 11 from 1-4pm \nStrange things are popping up all over Baltimore Woods! Through activities and exploration we will be investigating the weird and wild plants and animals that live here on the preserve. \nBirds of a Feather\nMay 18 from 1-4pm \nTweet tweet! There are so many types of birds that look and sound different from one another. This week we will search the preserve for birds and do activities to learn about their life cycles and adaptations. \nPollination Station\nMay 25 from 1-4pm \nWhat’s the buzz? With flowers blooming all around us\, pollinators are as busy as can be! Let’s find out how and why flowers need to be pollinated through activities and exploration. \nMore details: This program is planned to be entirely outdoors\, so please dress for the weather. Lessons are suited for ages 5-13. Students must pre-register for the entire series. Adults are encouraged\, but not required to join the group\, and must stay on-site during the program. Bring a water bottle and a small snack. At Baltimore Woods Nature Center\, the health and safety of our staff and visitors is of utmost importance. All in-person programming will follow best practices for keeping our participants safe\, including health screenings\, physical distancing and wearing facial coverings.
URL:https://baltimorewoods.org/event/science-adventures-in-nature-may-series/
LOCATION:Baltimore Woods Nature Center\, 4007 Bishop Hill Road\, Marcellus\, NY\, 13108\, United States
CATEGORIES:Homeschool Programs,Kids Programs,May Programs,Public Programs
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210429T160000
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SUMMARY:Trail School: April Explorations
DESCRIPTION:This program is sold out. Watch for our May-June series which will open for registration soon!\nInspired by one of the great naturalists of the 19th century\, Enos Mills\, each excursion will take us on an adventure as we explore away from the main trails. Our 182-acre “classroom” is rich with diverse habitats\, including streams\, forests\, wetlands\, beaver ponds\, and open meadows. This four-week series for kids ages 5-13 runs weekly on Thursday afternoons. $40 members; $60 public. Pre-registration is required and the price includes all four weeks. Themes for each week are listed below\, so get ready for some April adventure! \nSpring in the Valley\nApril 8\, 2021 from 1-4pm\nFlowers blooming\, birds singing\, peepers peeping. This week we will use our senses to search high and low for the sights\, sounds\, and smells of spring! \nGriffiths Flats\nApril 15\, 2021 from 1-4pm\nWhat has mud and comes back to life in the spring? The wetlands at Baltimore Woods! Let’s explore the Griffiths trail in search of creatures big and small. \nSearching Seeps\nApril 22\, 2021 from 1-4pm\nAs the weather warms\, amphibians and reptiles emerge from their winter homes. This week we’ll visit seeps and small streams in search of frogs\, salamanders\, and turtles! \nHike to Boulder Brook\nApril 29\, 2021 from 1-4pm\nThe water of Baltimore Woods is flowing\, thawing\, and ready to be explored! This week we will look into the water\, turn over stones\, and examine the banks as we look for the awakening aquatic plants and animals. \nMore details: This program is planned to be entirely outdoors\, so please dress for the weather. Lessons are suited for ages 5-13. Students must pre-register for the entire series. Adults are encouraged\, but not required to join the group\, and must stay on-site during the program. Bring a water bottle and a small snack. At Baltimore Woods Nature Center\, the health and safety of our staff and visitors is of utmost importance. All in-person programming will follow best practices for keeping our participants safe\, including health screenings\, physical distancing and wearing facial coverings.
URL:https://baltimorewoods.org/event/trail-school-april-explorations/
LOCATION:Baltimore Woods Nature Center\, 4007 Bishop Hill Road\, Marcellus\, NY\, 13108\, United States
CATEGORIES:April Programs,Homeschool Programs,Kids Programs,Public Programs
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