Once upon a time there was a big storm that caused flooding throughout the land. The animals and children searched for shelter from the rain. They found it in The Ark, where children and animals learned to live together peacefully. Similar stories appear in many cultures, from the Babylonians to modern Christians, Jews, and Muslims.… Read more »
The winter session of Eco-Explorers is just beginning and we have lots planned for our explorers! Although the temperature is dropping and the snow is falling, there is still a lot to explore after school! K-2nd grade students are learning all about Natural Disasters this winter! They will explore earthquakes, tornadoes, volcanoes and so much… Read more »
Just as the cold weather approached, Forest Dreamers came to a seasonal close. Although we enjoy the cold weather and seasonal changes, it will be nice to do a little hibernating! Before we left, we decided to spend the week making gifts for our human families as well as our forest families! Both classes spent the… Read more »
The Art of Falconry *The following views expressed are my own personal views and experiences. Each falconer has their own views and opinions when it comes to the sport. Each non-falconer also has the right to their own views and opinions. This is where I stand.* Falconry, in its most basic definition, is hunting with… Read more »
December’s Volunteer of the Month is the amazing St. Timothy’s School! St. Timothy’s School is a private boarding and day school for girls in grades 9 through 12, located in Stevenson, Maryland. St. Timothy’s is a fabulous volunteer group and began a new partnership with Irvine this past fall by coming in 2 days a week… Read more »
As our 1st session of Eco-Explorers comes to an end, it is a great time to look back over a fantastic fall! Over 20 schools participated in Eco-Explorers this fall, reaching over 200 students. We spent our afternoons solving science mysteries and learning outdoor survival skills. Each morning we woke up to beautiful scenery captured… Read more »
November’s Volunteer of the Month is the great Megan Frey! Megan Frey is an incredible volunteer who is a part of Irvine’s newest partnership with Carroll County Public Schools Career Connections program. She has volunteered at Irvine as our Photography Intern this fall. Irvine’s Manager of Marketing and Communication Makenzie Sterrett said, “Megan has been… Read more »
This fall we have introduced our Nature Photography morning session! Students at Sparks, West Towson and Hampton Elementary have become Nature Photographers. Each week the students are introduced to a new photography term or skill and then spend time practicing that skill. Before school has proven to be a great time for photography and the… Read more »
With a 360 degree view, the Eastern Box Turtle exhibit is possibly the most immersive animal exhibit at Irvine. Three turtles call the exhibit home and can be found wondering around the edge, hiding under logs, or taking a bath in the pond. These three female Box Turtles have been at Irvine for well over… Read more »
October’s Volunteer of the Month is the awesome Ben Fertig! Ben Fertig is an incredible volunteer who has volunteered in many areas of Irvine including as a Volunteer Naturalist, Butterfly House Intern, Facilities & Maintenance volunteer, and so much more. Irvine’s Manager of Public Programs/Naturalist John Tapscott said, “Ben Fertig…he does everything and he wants… Read more »
