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Our fifth annual Pumpkins and Pippins fall festival is scheduled for Saturday, October 18 from noon to 4 p.m. A fundraiser for Buttonwood, the festival includes a full slate of activities and fun for all ages, including a ‘kid zone’ with yard games, a StoryWalk® hike & activity, a photo stand and more. Pony rides for...
Join Buttonwood Nature Center with NASA and people all over the world as we celebrate the moon. Participants will learn all about the moon’s features and phases. Weather-permitting, participants will also have a chance to observe the moon with the Tri-State Astronomers. International Observe the Moon night is a free event open for all who...
Join Buttonwood for an evening with the fireflies! The evening will begin with a lantern-lighted walk along the trails as we read Fireflies, Fireflies, Light my Way by Jonathan London. After the story, we will convene at the fire pit for some summer s’mores! Inspired by a Native American lullaby, Fireflies, Fireflies, Light my Way is a...
You’re invited to Smokey Bear’s 81st Birthday Celebration. Since 1944, Smokey Bear has taught millions of Americans about their role in preventing wildfires. Experience his story and learn about the importance of fire safety as you enjoy some birthday s’mores around the campfire. Register and find more information HERE.
Become a skull detective! You’ll be surprised at what you can learn about animals just by looking at their skull. For example, you can learn about a deer’s role as a prey species, or a coyote’s diet, or even how a beaver makes its lodge. Grab your magnifying glass as we use our detective skills...
A day of creativity and learning new skills. In the morning, students learn skills with textiles and create special items to take home. Afternoon nature activities include a hike and nature craft. In the morning (9–noon), students learn both wet and dry felting techniques, followed by weaving—creating their own pot holder on a special loom....
Learn about different animal tracks, scat, and other signs you might find in the woods. Then put that knowledge to the test on a hike as we search for evidence of the many critters living at Pine Hill, such as deer, birds, insects, and other critters. Participants should wear comfortable walking shoes. Register HERE.
Connect with nature on a stress-relieving hike and let nature’s stories unfold. This is an opportunity to create your own nature journal to record the sights, sounds and impressions of the beautiful world around you. Explore and discover the variety and benefits of nature journaling. We will provide materials to make and decorate your own...
Join Buttonwood educators as we celebrate the world’s essential pollinators like bees and butterflies. Pollinators are essential to the survival of all life on Earth; they transfer pollen from one plant to another, allowing the plants to grow seeds, and fruits will grow food and new plants for a healthy ecosystem. Discover what you can...
Age: Kids completing grades K – 7Maximum enrollment: 40 per camp weekArt Show open to artists and family at 3:00pm on July 11. This is our fourth year offering this one-week art immersion program designed to inspire students to creative expression through visual art. In an outdoor park setting surrounded by nature, students spend a...
Have you ever wondered what the names of trees are while you are on a hike or just outdoors? Experience first-hand how to identify trees by looking at the different parts of the trees like leaves, bark and seeds. Then join Buttonwood educators for a hike to test your ID skills to identify trees like...
Are you new to birding but want to learn? Join Buttonwood educators as we delve into the basics of birding. You’ll learn how to use binoculars properly when birding and maybe spot some of our fine feathered friends like common warblers, finches or other birds. Local birding groups have spotted up to 60 different species...
