Oaks and Acorns – Hands-on Hanukkah!
(ages 3-5) Wonder, respect, and love for the natural world are a great start in this engaging class. Join us for a special edition of Oaks and Acorns: Hands-on Hanukkah,…
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Owl Prowl
(ages 6 and up) Discover the secret life of one of nature’s most fascinating nighttime hunters—the owl! Learn about the amazing adaptations that make owls such skilled predators and find…
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Winter Solstice Celebration!
(ages 4 and up with an adult) Celebrate the shortest day of the year with stories and cocoa around the campfire as we reflect on the ancient traditions surrounding the…
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MLK Day of Service
(school age children and parents) On this important day of service, families are invited to stop by the Stackhouse Education Center to create Valentine cards that will be delivered to…
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Little Wonders: Into the Woods We’ll Go!
(ages 0-3 with an adult) Infants, toddlers, and caregivers discover the many gifts nature has to offer! Join us as we hike through our woodland trails and gardens. Along the way, we’ll engage in active nature play designed to stimulate your child’s curiosity and sense of wonder. Stories, crafts, music, and sensorimotor activities add to…
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Oaks and Acorns: Layers of the Forest
(ages 3-5 with an adult) Wonder, respect, and love for the natural world will be a great start in these engaging weekly adult and child classes. Take nature hikes, read stories, and create a one-of-a-kind project every week. These are wonderful experiences where children can spend time outdoors with an Environmental Educator. Register early since…
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Oaks and Acorns: Layers of the Forest
(ages 3-5 with an adult) Wonder, respect, and love for the natural world will be a great start in these engaging weekly adult and child classes. Take nature hikes, read stories, and create a one-of-a-kind project every week. These are wonderful experiences where children can spend time outdoors with an Environmental Educator. Register early since…
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Kids Can Cook! – Delightful Treats
(ages 5-10) Surprise someone you love with a sweet treat on Valentine’s Day. In the kitchen we’ll whip up these delightful creations that are oh so pretty and equally delicious. Make some to eat and some to share. The cost is per child. Registration is required, so be sure to register early as space is…
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Kids Can Cook! – Delightful Treats
(ages 5-10) Surprise someone you love with a sweet treat on Valentine’s Day. In the kitchen we’ll whip up these delightful creations that are oh so pretty and equally delicious.…
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Little Wonders: We Take Care of Nature
(ages 0-3 with an adult) Infants, toddlers, and caregivers discover the many gifts nature has to offer! Join us as we hike through our woodland trails and gardens. Along the way, we’ll engage in active nature play designed to stimulate your child’s curiosity and sense of wonder. Stories, crafts, music, and sensorimotor activities add to…
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Oaks and Acorns: Where are the Chipmunks?
(ages 3-5 with an adult) Wonder, respect, and love for the natural world will be a great start in these engaging weekly adult and child classes. Take nature hikes, read stories, and create a one-of-a-kind project every week. These are wonderful experiences where children can spend time outdoors with an Environmental Educator. Register early since…
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Amazing Animal Artists
(ages 5-10) In this new art and nature program, a different mystery native wild animal is featured each month. First, participants guess the animal from clues, then learn all about it through pictures, artifacts, and hands-on activities. Finally, they discover how to draw the animal using simple lines and shapes, creating a refrigerator-worthy masterpiece to…
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Mini-Camp Morning: A Day Away at RRA!
(ages 5-10) In celebration of Presidents’ Day, we are offering a fun-filled morning of games, crafts, hikes, and other exciting Arboretum activities. Join us for the morning, the afternoon, or both mini-camp sessions. The cost is per child. Registration is required, so be sure to register early as space is limited. Member registration begins on…
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Lunch Buddies: A Day Away at RRA!
(ages 5-10) Campers attending morning or afternoon sessions can bring their lunch and plan to stay for an additional hour of food, fun, and friends! Campers registered for both AM and PM “A Day Away at RRA!” sessions should sign up for Lunch Buddies. The cost is per child. Registration is required, so be sure…
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Mini-Camp Afternoon: A Day Away at RRA!
(ages 5-10) In celebration of Presidents’ Day, we are offering a fun-filled afternoon of games, crafts, hikes, and other exciting Arboretum activities. Join us for the morning, the afternoon, or both mini-camp sessions. The cost is per child. Registration is required, so be sure to register early as space is limited. Member registration begins on…
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Oaks and Acorns: Lincoln’s Hat
(ages 3-5 with an adult) Wonder, respect, and love for the natural world will be a great start in these engaging weekly adult and child classes. Take nature hikes, read stories, and create a one-of-a-kind project every week. These are wonderful experiences where children can spend time outdoors with an Environmental Educator. Register early since…
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Lunar New Year Celebration
(ages 5-10 and ages 3-5 with a parent or guardian) Come celebrate the Year of the Horse with crafts, music, and stories! We’ll explore Lunar New Year traditions and learn about the fascinating creatures and plants that are central to the festivities. Children ages 5–10 may be dropped off or attend with a parent/guardian, while…
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Little Wonders: Winter Fun
(ages 0-3 with an adult) Infants, toddlers, and caregivers discover the many gifts nature has to offer! Join us as we hike through our woodland trails and gardens. Along the way, we’ll engage in active nature play designed to stimulate your child’s curiosity and sense of wonder. Stories, crafts, music, and sensorimotor activities add to…
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Tap That Tree!
(families with children ages 5 and up) February marks the beginning of maple sugaring season. Join us as we tap the Arboretum’s maple trees in preparation for the season’s sap flow. Families will learn the hows and whys of tapping trees and gain hands-on experience by helping with the process. The cost is per child.…
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Oaks and Acorns: Winter Weather – Cancelled due to parking and safety concerns
(ages 3-5 with an adult) Wonder, respect, and love for the natural world will be a great start in these engaging weekly adult and child classes. Take nature hikes, read stories, and create a one-of-a-kind project every week. These are wonderful experiences where children can spend time outdoors with an Environmental Educator. Register early since…
