Hands-on Nature Science Program at Baltimore Woods for kids ages 5-13
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.
March Theme Weeks
Rain, and Snow, and Sun…Oh My!
March 2, 2021 from 1-4pm
March can be a wacky weather month so this week we will explore different types of weather and the effects of weather changes on the plants and animals. Get ready to make your own weather forecast, start a weather journal, and participate in weather experiments!
Maple Sugaring
March 9, 2021 from 1-4pm
Science of Mud
March 16, 2021 from 1-4pm
Equinox Extravaganza
March 23, 2021 from 1-4pm
More 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.
April Theme Weeks
Ecosystems Exploration
April 6, 2021 from 1-4pm
Now that spring is in full swing, let’s see how the ecosystems at Baltimore Woods are waking up! Forests, streams, ponds, and meadows are beginning to transform in different ways. As we explore each ecosystem, who do you think we will see out and about?
Ready, Set…Grow!
April 13, 2021 from 1-4pm
Amphibian Friends
April 20, 2021 from 1-4pm
Ponds and Streams
April 27, 2021 from 1-4pm
More 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.