Just who are the critters in your “neighbourwood”? In this interactive program, we explore the natural history of the commoners – animals, birds and insects we see every day. They are part of our neighbourhood too! That is why we call the area around where we...
Using found natural objects, make a unique craft to take home. From clay bowls, to felting and making walking sticks, from forest weaving to natural dyeing, this is a wonderful way for kids to connect with the natural environment. Check with our staff to see what...
There is music in the woods! From the rustling of leaves, the ethereal call of the loon, to the wind sweeping through pine trees, there are a variety of musical tones to discover in the natural world. By experimenting with the sound qualities of found natural...
Using a variety of found materials, students plan and design a series of 3-dimensional sculptures. Students learn how to use nature’s colours, textures and patterns to create an artistic piece that depicts a set of feelings and impressions. Inspired by the work of...
One of the best ways to facilitate a life-long appreciation for natural places is to enhance a child’s sensory awareness. Based on the ground-breaking “acclimatization” work of Steve Van Matre, these activities encourage children to explore the natural environment by...
Crunching leaves underfoot, ice on the pond, flowers in the field and geese migrating south. How do we know what season we are in? In this program students begin to understand phenology or seasonal change. We measure the length of shadows, the temperature, and we...
