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Nature Saunter

Appreciate the outdoors at a leisurely pace and admire the beauty beyond daffodils that the 0.6-mile Daffodil Trail has to offer. Enjoy a…

FR/Daffodil Trail

Friday Night Frogs

Venture out on a night hike in search of frogs and discover the important roles amphibians play in our world. Please bring a headlamp or flashlight.

SR/Big Bend Area
Four pawpaw fruit hang from the end of a tree branch.

Edible Native Plants for the Home Landscape

Native plants aren’t just for the birds! From strawberry and elderberry to pawpaw and persimmon, join a naturalist to learn about incorporating…

MF/Lake Area

More Than Milkweed

Join a naturalist as we take the next step in developing our Wild Back Yards. This session will focus on how to incorporate grasses, ground…

MF/Lake Area

Wetland Walk

Spring is here, summer is fast approaching and now is the time for birds and amphibians! Join a naturalist for a walk on Alder Trail to view…

GYH/Pioneer Area
A close-up of rugged tree bark.

Secret Life of Trees

They’re tall, they’re silent, they’re beautiful — but what really is a tree? Join a naturalist to learn about the wonder of trees as we…

CV/Oxbow Area
A close-up of a box turtle's head and red eyes.

Kinderealm: Turtles

It’s turtle time! Children ages 3 to 6 and their adult companions can come learn about our scaly, shelled friends through a story, craft and…

LP/Nature Center
Several people in a garden full of raised beds with grown plants.

Lil’ Sprouts

This biweekly program is designed to engage young children and accompanying adults in the wonderful world of gardening. Each class builds…

SLNC
Many large kids' picture books.

Spring Nature Tales

Young children and their adult companions can celebrate spring during an interactive, spring-themed story time. Make it a fun, family-friendly…

LP/Nature Center

Spring Bird Stroll

For some folks, spring means birds. We are those folks! Join a naturalist on a guided hike to see which bird species are present at the Valley…

CV/Valley View Area
Two cyclists riding down a paved trail with Summit Lake to their left.

Bike Boston and Brandywine

Join a naturalist on a fun bike ride and learn about the geology of the Boston Ledges and Brandywine Falls. The ride will be slow to moderate-paced…

BHT/SR 303 Lot

Blacklight Night Hike

Take a peek just beyond the visible spectrum as we explore Freedom Trail by blacklight.

FT/Middlebury Trailhead