The Outdoor Classroom The unique habitats found in the park offer visitors of all ages ways to connect with the environment.
GARDEN GANG Saturday, July 2; 9 – 11 a. m. Volunteer Opportunity The gang helps maintain all four gardens at the classroom. This will involve weeding, cutting back and covering the flower beds. Volunteers must dress appropriately for getting dirty( closed-toe shoes, long pants, and bring a reusable water bottle). Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. Email Volunteer @ theOutdoorClassroomPA. org for more information and to register.
MOONSTRUCK: FULL MOON HIKE Tuesday, July 19; 9 – 10 p. m. $ 4 per person over two The short hike-in-the-dark features lunar lore and animal facts galore! It’ s a great family adventure to enjoy a summer’ s night.
FIREFLY WATCH PRESENTED BY THE AUDUBON SOCIETY OF WESTERN PA Friday, July 15; 7:30 – 9:30 p. m. $ 5 per family( must register together) Join us as a Citizen Scientist and connect your learning to making a real difference in our environment! Learn about fireflies and collect data for researchers.
TALK N’ WALK SERIES: ALL ABOUT BEES Sunday, July 17; 2 – 4 p. m. $ 10 per adult, $ 4 per child Explore what makes a bee truly a bee and bees’ importance to our world. You’ ll be able to identify common bee species and gain a basic understanding of beekeeping!
COZY CAMPFIRE: S’ MORES GALORE!
Saturday, July 25; 7:30- 8:30 p. m. Family 4 Pak for $ 20 Experience the woods at dusk and enjoy a treat!
GARDEN GANG
Saturday, August 9; 4 – 6 p. m. Volunteer Opportunity The gang helps maintain all four gardens at the classroom. This will involve weeding, cutting back and covering the flower beds. Volunteers must dress appropriately for getting dirty( closed-toe shoes, long pants, and bring a reusable water bottle). Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. Email Volunteer @ theOutdoorClassroomPA. org for more information and to register.
OUTDOOR HIKE: PLANTS OF THE FOREST & MEADOW Saturday, August 13; 10 – 11 a. m. $ 4 per person As the growing season ends, plants prepare for the next phase of their life cycle. See what’ s happening in the meadows and forest.
MOONSTRUCK: FULL MOON HIKE Thursday, August 18; 9 – 10 p. m. $ 4 per person over age two This month the Sturgeon Moon arrives as the days begin to shorten.
TALK N’ WALK: ANIMAL FORENSICS
Sunday, August 21; 2 – 4 p. m. $ 10 per adult, $ 4 per child Join us in becoming a CSI: Critter Scene Investigator! We will explore signs and clues from various types of wildlife then hike Boyce Mayview Park in search of critter evidence.
GEO-PUPPING: GEOCACHING WITH YOUR DOG Saturday, August 27; 10 a. m. – 2 p. m. FREE! Geocachers may bring their favorite furry friend! Temporary caches for people and pups alike! We’ ll have drawings, prizes and a potluck lunch.
COZY CAMPFIRE NIGHT: FOIL PACKET SNACKS Saturday, August 27; 7:30 – 8:30 p. m. $ 8 per person, Family 4 Pak for $ 20 Nothing beats a campfire and good food! n
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