• Oaks and Acorns: Daffodils

    (ages 3-5 with an adult) Wonder, respect, and love for the natural world will be a great start in these engaging weekly 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. The cost is per child. Registration…

  • Daffodil Days (April 1-15)

    Celebrate the beauty of spring at Summit’s annual Daffodil Day, a beloved tradition that draws visitors from near and far.

  • Daffodil Days (April 1-15)

    Celebrate the beauty of spring at Summit’s annual Daffodil Day, a beloved tradition that draws visitors from near and far.

  • Daffodil Days (April 1-15)

    Celebrate the beauty of spring at Summit’s annual Daffodil Day, a beloved tradition that draws visitors from near and far.

  • Daffodil Day Festival 2025

    Celebrate the beauty of spring at Summit’s annual Daffodil Day, a beloved tradition that draws visitors from near and far.

  • Daffodil Days (April 1-15)

    Celebrate the beauty of spring at Summit’s annual Daffodil Day, a beloved tradition that draws visitors from near and far.

  • Daffodil Days (April 1-15)

    Wander through a breathtaking display of 50,000+ daffodils in full bloom, creating a sea of golden hues in our cherished Daffodil Bowl.

  • Nature Creations: EGGstravaganza!

    (ages 5-10) All around the world, eggs are an important part of springtime celebrations. We’ll explore these traditions and create our own colorful eggs using natural dyes! The natural world is our inspiration and the source of our materials in this new afterschool offering! Through noticing the beauty, variety, and resourcefulness of nature, we’ll connect…

  • Let’s Get Growing!: Potatoes Galore

    (ages 5-10) Do you think that if you plant a potato, you can harvest French fries? Let’s find out! If you enjoy digging in the dirt and discovering how things grow, this interactive, hands-on garden DIY program is for you. You’ll learn how to start plants from seeds and explore the fascinating blooms in our…

  • Little Wonders: Butterflies, Bees, and Daffodils – SOLD OUT

    (ages 0-3 with an adult) Infants, toddlers, and caregivers are invited to join our educators in exploring the Daffodil Bowl, discovering the plants, animals, and insects that visit. Explore flower gardens/woodlands and engage in active nature play designed to stimulate your child’s curiosity and sense of wonder. Stories, crafts, music, and sensorimotor activities add to…

  • Oaks and Acorns: Earth Day – CANCELED

    (ages 3-5 with an adult) Wonder, respect, and love for the natural world will be a great start in these engaging weekly 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. The cost is per child. Registration…

  • Homeschool Adventures: Arbor Day Tree Celebration!

    (ages 5-12) An early ARBOR Day at the ARBORetum! Homeschoolers- it is time to celebrate the many trees that call the Arboretum home. We will embark on a tree identification hike, discover how scientists track and measure trees, and make a tasty treat from trees. Classes will be held almost entirely outside, even in light…

  • BEEhind the Scenes

    (ages 5-10) BEEhind the Scenes – an interactive art class about the world of bees, taught by a guest instructor. One day, Althea was all set to go to the supermarket when she noticed a little bee stuck on her car—looking a bit lost! Althea decided she would help the bee find its way back…

  • Arbor Day at RRA

    Forest Bathing, also known as Nature and Forest Therapy, is a slow meditative walk in nature that takes a holistic view of the physiological, mental, emotional, and psycho-spiritual benefits to be derived from an embodied contact with nature

  • Little Wonders: A-Planting We Will Go! – SOLD OUT

    (ages 0-3 with an adult) Infants, toddlers and caregivers join our educators to learn about gardening and plant seeds of your own. Engage in active nature play designed to stimulate your child’s curiosity and sense of wonder. Stories, crafts, music, and sensorimotor activities add to the experience by deepening our connections to each other and…

  • Oaks and Acorns: Arbor Day. – CANCELED

    (ages 3-5 with an adult) Wonder, respect, and love for the natural world will be a great start in these engaging weekly 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. The cost is per child. Registration…

  • Homeschool Adventures: May Day Celebration!

    (ages 5-12) This week, we will celebrate May Day – the European festival that marks the beginning of summer! We will learn about the many holiday traditions, create our very own flower and leaf crowns, and dance around the maypole. Classes will be held almost entirely outside, even in light rain, so please dress appropriately.…

  • Nature Creations: Wonderful Weavers – SOLD OUT

    (ages 5-10) We’ll discover weavers of the animal world and craft our own woven works! The natural world is our inspiration and the source of our materials in this new afterschool offering! Through noticing the beauty, variety, and resourcefulness of nature, we’ll connect to our own uniqueness and creativity! The cost is per child. Registration…

  • Let’s Get Growing!: Seed to Salad

    (ages 5-10) Rescheduled from May 3 to May 10 If you like digging in the dirt and finding out how things grow, this interactive, hands-on garden program is for you. You’ll learn how to start plants from seeds and discover the interesting things in bloom in our Roehm Greenhouse. We’ll take a hike around our…

  • Little Wonders: Let’s Go for a Hike Outside! – SOLD OUT

    (ages 0-3 with an adult) Infants, toddlers and caregivers join our educators to learn about the amazing trees living at the Arboretum. Hike woodland trails and engage in active nature play designed to stimulate your child’s curiosity and sense of wonder. Stories, crafts, music, and sensorimotor activities add to the experience by deepening our connections…