Spring flower. Beautiful blooming first small flowers in the forest. Hepatica. (Hepatica nobilis) The Naturalist Series of Outdoor Programs Last hike in a series of Appalachian Trail Hikes on the last Sunday of each month, January–May 2022 Hike with us along a portion of the legendary Appalachian Trail! We are fortunate to live in an […]
Dr. Doris Goldman will lead a family walk through the Appalachian Trail in Michaux Forest to observe and learn about the blooming Mountain Laurel (Kalmia latifolia), the State Flower of Pennsylvania. Blossoms look like folded origami flowers. The walk is free, but pre-registration is required. Email the Institute at: [email protected] Safety measures in place for […]
Our series of StoryWalk® Sunday adventures for kids continues in June. The story posted on the StoryWalk® trail at Pine Hill Park will change monthly, and plans call for a special event to accompany each one on the second Sunday of each month. June's StoryWalk® Sunday is the perfect way to celebrate the lazy, crazy […]
Rosebay rhododendron blooms, Wikimedia Creative Commons photo by Famartin. Dr. Doris Goldman will lead a family walk through Birely Trail at Happel’s Meadow in Blue Ridge Summit to observe and learn about blooming rosebay or great rhododendron (Rhododendron maximum). The clusters of flowers are each almost 2 inches wide, and are a hummingbird favorite. This […]
The Institute Presents All New Summer EXPLORE! Programs for Kids EXPLORE! programs are a series of outdoor adventure programs, designed for kids in grades K to 5. All program activities are outside. Taught by Institute educators, each program includes educational activities related to the season. Space is limited; pre-register at 717-762-0373 or via email at […]
This production has been POSTPONED due to impending thunderstorms. Although we had a rain venue (the barn), the timing of the storms is such that patrons will just be arriving. It's a bit of a hike between the parking area and the performance area, and safety concerns have forced us to postpone the show. HOWEVER! […]
The Institute Presents All New Summer EXPLORE! Programs for Kids EXPLORE! programs are a series of outdoor adventure programs, designed for kids in grades K to 5. All program activities […]
The Institute Presents All New Summer EXPLORE! Programs for Kids EXPLORE! programs are a series of outdoor adventure programs, designed for kids in grades K to 5. All program activities […]
Our series of StoryWalk® Sunday adventures for kids continues in July. The story posted on the StoryWalk® trail at Pine Hill Park will change monthly, and plans call for a special event to accompany each one on the second Sunday of each month. July’s StoryWalk® Sunday takes us to the sea with fun adventures that […]
Three Tuesdays—July 12, 19, and 26 • 10–11:15 am Pine Hill Recreation Area • Waynesboro, PA Taught by Institute educators, age-appropriate program activities make learning fun, and include exploring the outdoors, hikes, nature stories, rhymes, finger plays, nature games, and puppets. Children must be accompanied by a parent. For kids ages 2.5 years through 5. […]
The Institute Presents All New Summer EXPLORE! Programs for Kids EXPLORE! programs are a series of outdoor adventure programs, designed for kids in grades K to 5. All program activities […]
The Institute Presents All New Summer EXPLORE! Programs for Kids EXPLORE! programs are a series of outdoor adventure programs, designed for kids in grades K to 5. All program activities are outside. Taught by Institute educators, each program includes educational activities related to the season. Space is limited; pre-register at 717-762-0373 or via email at […]
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