This three hour hands-on class will introduce you to blacksmithing and working with hot iron to make useful objects. You will learn techniques like drawing out, bending, twisting, scrolling, and more to create a unique fire poker to take home with you.
The November forest is full of surprises! Let’s take a walk around the Boundary Trail to see what’s happening in the woods. Along our bumble, we’ll keep an eye out for birds, mammals, insects, moss, and anything else we find as the forest settles in for the coming winter. This program is intended for ages [...]
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 [...]
Late October is an exciting time to witness the wonders of fall bird migration at Montezuma National Wildlife Refuge. Join us on this guided adventure as we search for journeying migrants such as waterfowl, shorebirds, and more. Bring binoculars and dress for the weather. This program is intended for adults. Meet at Baltimore Woods at [...]
Owls have been both feared and adored throughout human history. Come listen to stories about owls in time followed by an autumn night walk in search of these mysterious birds of prey. This program is appropriate for ages 10 and up as it includes a hike along a steep trail at night under quiet conditions [...]
This event is sold out. Check out our other offerings and watch for new nature education programs coming in November! Have you ever seen a mushroom that caught your eye? Join us as we hike the trails in search of the great diversity of fungi growing on our preserve! We'll learn techniques to identify fungi [...]
The shape of the forests at Baltimore Woods is intimately tied to the lifestyles of all the people who came before. Join Baltimore Woods Naturalist Tom Meier on a video journey through time to take an inspiring look at the history of the preserve and the ever-changing relationships between people and the land, as told [...]
This program is sold out. We hope you will enjoy a fall hike at Baltimore Woods this season and check back for other seasonal programs! A unique nighttime experience at Baltimore Woods Nature Center! While our trails close at dusk, life in The Woods is just starting to stir when the sun goes down. For [...]
The shape of the forests at Baltimore Woods is intimately tied to the lifestyles of all the people who came before. Join Baltimore Woods Naturalist Tom Meier on a video journey through time to take an inspiring look at the history of the preserve and the ever-changing relationships between people and the land, as told [...]
What lessons does nature offer to help us to be more mindful this season? Becky Wilson leads you in a unique nature-inspired virtual meditation experience grounded in the transitional season of fall. Experience different mediation practices and discover which one works best for you to incorporate mindful moments into your daily routine. Nature is a [...]
