Six classes: Thursdays, Sept. 17–Oct. 22, 3–5:00 p.m. Students learn the basics of knitting such as casting on, knit stitch, binding off, and i-cord edging, by working on a simple knitted headband, perfect to wear outside on chilly days. Age: middle/high school students Cost: $55 member of Institute at Renfrew, $60 non-member Materials fee: $22.00 […]
Thursday, Sept.17, 4–5:30 p.m. In the early fall, insects are everywhere! Kids will use their senses of sight and hearing to search out various “critters” in different types of habitats. Participants will learn about and view insects using bug boxes and magnifying glasses. Get ready to be amazed by the incredible variety of insects we […]
Monday, Sept. 21, 4–5:30 p.m. What makes an amphibian unique? Why are they important? Where can we find amphibians? All this and more will be answered on a guided hike and talk through Renfrew Park as kids discover what amphibians may be living in our backyard! Age: Grades 3–5 Cost: $10 for members, $15 for […]
Wednesday, Sept. 23, 9:30–11 a.m. Go exploring and find some birds! Students will learn about the many adaptations found in birds, and will learn what makes a bird, a bird. Activities include walking the park trails to search for winged creatures, and will learn to recognize several common species based on appearance and individual calls. […]
Thursday, Sept. 24, 4–5:30 p.m. Participants have a hands-on opportunity to learn about plants as they spend time digging in the dirt and seeing how food is grown in the historic four-square garden at Renfrew Park. They will look at different garden plants up close and explore the many ways humans depend on plants. Students […]
Friday, September 25, 7:30–9 p.m. Discover nocturnal insects at Renfrew Park! The program introduces participants to insects not normally seen during the daytime. The instructor will talk about the special attributes these bugs have to live at night, and the group will examine the ones they can catch up-close. Bring flashlights, and a blanket or […]
Saturday, September 26, 9 a.m.–12 p.m. Participants learn how the flax plant is transformed into beautiful linen cloth. The program covers the history of flax, and how it affected our culture. Many common ‘sayings’ we still hear today come from the time when nearly every farm grew and processed flax. Visit Renfrew’s flax patch and learn […]
Monday & Tuesday, Sept. 28 & 29, 4–5:30 p.m. Kids will spend time in the park and forest, observing nature, and create guided art projects as a response to nature and the outdoors. They will paint a wax-resist wall hanging on fabric canvas material (not artists’ canvas) using oil pastels and liquid watercolor paint. They will make line […]
SOAR (“Studying Ornithology Around the Region”) resumed in 2021. IMPORTANT: Locations for the SOAR bird walks will now vary, effective immediately. The walks will occur at different natural areas throughout the local region. If not posted here, email us at [email protected] to find the location. First and third Saturdays ONLY Download the most up-to-date Guidelines […]
The October 3 Geology Field Trip is SOLD OUT! Future date for a possible second trip to be confirmed. ‘Tripping Over the Mountain’ with Jeri Jones Trip over the mountain—South Mountain—and discover its incredible geologic story! Join us for a Geological Journey with Jeri: Five Stops from Carroll Valley to Monterey Pass, and Points In […]
EVENT CANCELED FOR 2020 Due to challenging circumstances, Renfrew Museum and Park and The Institute at Renfrew have decided not to host their annual Pumpkin Festival, originally scheduled for Sat., October 17, 2020. While this traditional event, a joint fundraiser for the two organizations, will not take place on the grounds of Renfrew Park this […]
The Institute is partnering with Blue Ridge Summit (BRS) Library in presenting Community Get Outside Day. Scheduled the same week as National Take a Hike Day, the event is designed to inspire appreciation of nature and exercise. Coordinated by the BRS Library board of directors, outdoor programs will run from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. […]
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