Programs & Activities

Through service projects, field trips, and outdoor adventures, students develop into confident and responsible environmental leaders. The program emphasizes environmental literacy and stewardship for young participants.

Silkie's Farm is a sustainable alpaca farm offering agritours, fiber classes, and farm-based programming for kids and families. A unique outdoor and nature experience.

Through service projects, field trips, and outdoor adventures, students develop into confident and responsible environmental leaders. The program fosters a sense of stewardship and connection to the natural world.

One-hour outdoor lunchtime gatherings that blend science, art, and community, designed to bring joy and curiosity to kids and families. Programming centers on accessibility, biodiversity, and connection with nature.

Join Riverbend's Educators to learn about the lifecycle of amphibians and see tadpoles in action at the preserve. Open to individuals and families with children of all ages.

Family Day at the Barnes Arboretum Plant Sale offers a day full of creativity, exploration, and springtime fun for kids and families. Visit the Maguire Art Museum for activities alongside the annual plant sale.

A gentle outdoor story time for little ones featuring songs, read-aloud books, and puppets centered around nature themes. A wonderful introduction to spending time outdoors for young children.

Experience a magnificent display of native spring blooms at Mt. Cuba during Wildflower Weekend, featuring live music, gardening activities, and outdoor family programming over three full days.

Tyler Arboretum offers summer camp, year-round classes, and fun programs for kids and families featuring nature-based exploration. A wonderful outdoor learning environment rooted in the natural world.

A spring bird walk for families and kids at Riverbend Environmental Education Center in Gladwyne. An outdoor educational experience focused on birdwatching.

A spring bird banding event at Rushton Conservation Center in Newtown Square. Kids and families can learn about birds and wildlife conservation up close.

An outdoor day camp in Gladwyne focused on fun and free play including hiking, stream-stomping, and bug-catching for campers of all ages.

A fun, 30-minute guided nature walk designed for the whole family, using tools like magnifying glasses and binoculars to explore the sights, sounds, and scents of the Gardens. Recommended for adults and children of all ages.

A themed, family-friendly guided hike at Oakbourne Park where children ages 3–8 spot plants and animals to fill their nature bingo card. Each hike combines exploration, education, storytelling, and hands-on experiences on easy, engaging trails.

An outdoor nature program at Riverbend Environmental Education Center exploring the life cycle of tadpoles and frogs. A hands-on science experience for kids and families.

An eco-focused camp for children ages 5-7 at The Willows Mansion in Villanova. Kids learn about the environment and nature through fun, hands-on outdoor activities.

A Father's Day kids fishing derby held at Peace Valley Park in Doylestown. A fun outdoor event for kids and families to enjoy fishing together.

An outdoor-focused summer day camp on the Haverford College campus where campers explore and develop skills in a nature-based setting. Breakfast, lunch, and snacks are included in a full-day program.

An overnight camp for girls in grades 1-12 where campers unplug from screens and engage with nature, creativity, and leadership through outdoor skills, crafts, and equestrian programs. Open to all girls, not just Girl Scouts.

Burn Brae Day Camp is a day camp program for kids located in Dresher, PA. Contact them at 215-657-3388 for more information.

Experience the beauty of spring at Longwood Gardens with early spring bulbs, flowering trees, radiant tulips, and fragrant blooms across the landscape. A wonderful family outing to enjoy nature in full bloom.

Families can dig into history with real archaeological excavations at Newlin Grist Mill, learning about the site through hands-on exploration. Free and open to all ages, with hands-on participation limited to ages 5 and up; no reservations required.