Baltimore Woods Nature Center is excited to announce a new offering this October, Science Adventures in Nature! This four-week series of adventures for kids ages 6-12 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, [...]
What do you get when you mix a hike, expert naturalists, room to explore, and a dash of serendipity? Trail School: October Explorations! Inspired 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” [...]
Let's welcome fall and celebrate all the things we love about this time of year. Together we'll embark on a scenic foliage hike to enjoy the crisp autumn air and discover the gifts fall has to offer. Bring your appetite because afterwards we’ll warm ourselves with a pioneer style dessert! Hike is easy-moderate with hills. [...]
Want to take some time for you? Experience the sounds and imagery of the beautiful Boulder Brook while being guided in meditation. Follow along virtually from the comfort of your own home or a calming space outside. All are welcome! Register for Virtual Nature Meditation at Boulder Brook When you register, we’ll ask you [...]
Streaming in through our windows this month is a whole new ensemble of bird songs from those we heard at the start of May. Over the past few weeks, these migratory birds have arrived back in our region after a perilous journey south and are now raising their young, who will make their own journey soon enough. Join naturalist [...]
Warm nights in May turn normally secretive gray treefrogs and spring peepers into superstars! Naturalist Tom Meier takes you on a video excursion to Baltimore Woods to witness the wildest pond party of spring. Special guests include gray treefrogs, spring peepers, green frogs, bull frogs, American toads, and more! Register for Treefrogs and Peepers! When [...]
We're digging into the basics of gardening-and getting the kids in on it! Gardening helps children connect to nature by teaching them how to care for living things. In this virtual children's program, Naturalist Lexi Grove teaches all about the plant life cycle and shares the fun and rewarding experience of caring for growing plants. Register [...]
Baltimore Woods has an astonishing display of spring wildflowers. Join Naturalist Emily Overstrom for an inspiring virtual walk while listening to the words of famous poets. We will discover how the ephemeral wildflowers “seize the day” as they help us appreciate living in the moment. Register for the Wildflower Walk Here! When you register, we'll ask you [...]
We invite you to join us on our first ever virtual meditation hike to get that spring back into your step! Gather your family, or take some time just for you to sit back and relax as we take you out on the trails. Enjoy the scenery of Baltimore Woods and listen to guided meditative [...]
The first signs of spring are finally near, and the Overlook and Field to Forest trails will take us right into the heart of the awakening forest. Who knows what secrets we’ll uncover? Children must be accompanied by an adult. Dress for the weather. Be sure to bring water and a snack for the trail. [...]
