Join Emma Frank, an American Heritage Girl, to learn about the revitalization of Hodgepodge Lodge. This former set of a popular 1970’s Public Television series is now a wonderful site for families to rest and explore while hiking the trails at the Howard County Conservancy’s Mt. Pleasant property. Explore the new space and its engaging […]
Unfortunately, we need to postpone this event. Look for a new March date, coming soon! Join our Nature Preschool Director, Jess Caylor, to learn about “emergent learning through nature play!” We will discuss specific materials that can be packed into a “discovery backpack” along with ways of inspiring children to utilize these tools outside. Discover […]
In the spirit of “Build It and They Will Come,” bring your children and join other families to build beautiful dwellings for the fairies in the woodland and stream edges at Belmont with Conservancy naturalists. We will have bark, twigs, cones and nuts as “natural construction materials.” Before you come, feel free to grab a basket and take […]
June 25 / 10am-1pm / FREE Join us to celebrate and meet your favorite pollinators! Learn about bees, butterflies, moths, birds and more at informative stations. Enjoy fun, hands-on pollinator themed activities and games, seed giveaways, book swap and more! Cost: FREE / donations always welcome Details: Featuring local environmental organizations including the Howard County Beekeepers […]
Aug 3 / 1 pm / $10 Join Nature Preschool Teacher, Alia Campbell, for an afternoon of outdoor exploration and nature-based learning. Children and their caregivers are invited for a short hike followed by intentional and open-ended activities in the forest. Learn tips and tricks to get your young naturalist engaged with the world around […]
Online registration ends 24 hours prior to the event. If a program is canceled by the Conservancy, participants will be notified and offered a refund. All other program fees are non-refundable and support educational programs at the Conservancy. Organized groups may not be able to be accommodated at our free programs. Please contact the Conservancy about scheduling a separate program for your group.