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  • December 2026

  • Fri 4

    FREE FRIDAYS

    Featured December 4 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm FREE FRIDAYS!

    Attend FREE FRIDAYS at Irvine Nature Center! We invite the community to discover all that Irvine has to offer – hiking, exploration, connection – ALL ARE WELCOME! While at Irvine, Hike the... Read more »

    FREE
  • Fri 4

    Tales & Tails – Story Time in Nature

    Featured December 4 @ 11:00 am - 11:45 am Tales & Tails – Story Time in Nature

    Join us most Fridays for a FREE story time & an animal encounter in the Outdoor Classroom (or indoors in inclement weather.) This ‘caregiver and child’ program will allow you to build connections... Read more »

    FREE
  • Fri 4

    Pajama Party with Irvine’s Animals

    Featured December 4 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm

    Have you ever wondered what Irvine’s animals are up to when the sun goes down? Take this unique opportunity to visit with them and see who is energized by the... Read more »

    $15
  • Sat 5

    Make and Take: Natural Evergreen Wreath – Afternoon Class

    Featured December 5 @ 2:00 pm - 4:30 pm

    Create a beautiful, all-natural wreath for your home, while enjoying some seasonal music, holiday drinks, nibbles and conversation. Join the Irvine Nature Center for this popular workshop to create a... Read more »

    $45
  • Sun 6

    Make and Take: Woven Willow Holiday Ornaments

    Featured December 6 @ 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm

    A wonderful project for both beginner and intermediate weavers  to create 3D holiday ornaments from sustainable willow -  that will last for years. These smaller projects allow you to explore... Read more »

    $50
  • Fri 11

    FREE FRIDAYS

    Featured December 11 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm FREE FRIDAYS!

    Attend FREE FRIDAYS at Irvine Nature Center! We invite the community to discover all that Irvine has to offer – hiking, exploration, connection – ALL ARE WELCOME! While at Irvine, Hike the... Read more »

    FREE
  • Fri 11

    Tales & Tails – Story Time in Nature

    Featured December 11 @ 11:00 am - 11:45 am Tales & Tails – Story Time in Nature

    Join us most Fridays for a FREE story time & an animal encounter in the Outdoor Classroom (or indoors in inclement weather.) This ‘caregiver and child’ program will allow you to build connections... Read more »

    FREE
  • Sat 12

    Holidays with Hoot

    Featured December 12 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

    Celebration the season with Irvine's premier family program. Meet our animal ambassador owls to learn more about these amazing birds up close. Enjoy games and crafts, from making holiday gifts... Read more »

    $10 – $15
  • Fri 18

    FREE FRIDAYS

    Featured December 18 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm FREE FRIDAYS!

    Attend FREE FRIDAYS at Irvine Nature Center! We invite the community to discover all that Irvine has to offer – hiking, exploration, connection – ALL ARE WELCOME! While at Irvine, Hike the... Read more »

    FREE
  • Fri 18

    Tales & Tails – Story Time in Nature

    Featured December 18 @ 11:00 am - 11:45 am Tales & Tails – Story Time in Nature

    Join us most Fridays for a FREE story time & an animal encounter in the Outdoor Classroom (or indoors in inclement weather.) This ‘caregiver and child’ program will allow you to build connections... Read more »

    FREE
  • Fri 18

    Owl Prowl

    December 18 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

    Join us after dark to search the woods of Irvine for some of Maryland’s native owls –  we have multiple resident owls and winter is the perfect time to listen... Read more »

    $10 – $25
  • Sat 19

    Kids’ Night Out: Night Lights & Glowing Owls

    Featured December 19 @ 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm

    Join Irvine environmental educators for a fun-filled evening at the nature center.  We will start with a pizza dinner, followed by a night hike to listen for our resident winter... Read more »

    $30
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Irvine Nature Center

11201 Garrison Forest Road
Owings Mills, MD 21117
Phone: 443­-738-9200
Fax: 410­-902-8210

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Irvine Nature Center is located in Owings Mills, Maryland. Thank you for your interest in volunteering with us!

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  • About
    ▼
    • About Irvine Nature Center
    • Mission, Vision and Values
    • Irvine Staff
    • Board of Trustees
    • Employment Opportunities
  • Visit
    ▼
    • Plan Your Visit to Irvine
    • Programs & Events
    • Programs for Schools
    • Animal Ambassadors
  • Support
    ▼
    • Become A Member
    • DONATE
    • Other Ways To Give
    • Corporate Partnerships
    • Pumpkins on the Green 2026
    • Volunteer/Intern
  • Early Childhood Education
    ▼
    • Nature Preschool
    • Little Birds
    • Earth Friends Homeschool
  • Nature Programs
    ▼
    • Summer Nature Camp 2026
    • Programs for Children
    • Programs for Adults
    • PROGRAMS FOR SCHOOLS
      ▼
      • Field Trips
      • Nature in the Classroom (school presentations)
      • Eco-Explorers After-School Nature Club
  • Rentals & Special Events
    ▼
    • Birthday Parties
    • Weddings & Rentals
    • Pumpkins on the Green 2026
  • Become a Member/Renew
  • Registration & Payment