Why wait to wander a winding way through the woods? Winter wanes! Warmer weather and wafting winds whisk waves of weary-winged warblers to our woodlands and waders to our wetlands! What could be more wonderful than waking to witness the warm woodwind whistles of the wood thrush, while watching woodpeckers whack on walnuts, waxwings work... Read more »
Celebrate Spring at Irvine! Lots of fun for all the family with games, crafts and nature activities. Try your hand at building a bird’s nest and eggs, plant flower seeds to take home, explore the Woodland Garden, look for birds along the trails and more. All ages welcome Great event for families! Instructor: Irvine’s Environmental... Read more »
Enjoy the final peak of spring wildflowers with delights including trilliums and orchids. On this easy guided walk through the woodland garden, we will explore the fascinating secret lives of these short-lived beauties. From orchids fooling bees to carry their pollen to trilliums tricking insects to distribute their seeds for them, these long-lived plants have... Read more »
If you are looking for occasional classes for your homeschooler, our 2.5 hour drop off class for children 5-10yrs are held twice monthly, January through May. This Earth Friends Outdoors drop off class is designed to connect children with seasonal nature study, creative arts and messy maths exploration. We promote respect for plants, animals, the... Read more »
Join us for a presentation by Irvine's Master Gardener, Clare Walker, PhD, plus enjoy a catered lunch from ACE Catering and guided tours of the Woodland Garden. Presentation - Spring Wildflowers: Quick, Quick, Slow In early spring, our woodlands are filled with the beauty of our spring ephemerals. The name ephemeral comes from their fleeting... Read more »
Come observe the sights and sounds of the seasonal warblers at Irvine during the early hours. With our new Warbler Wednesdays, Irvine members are invited to gain early access to the property, to observe these wonderful creatures during ideal birding conditions. Not sure what you're looking for? Warblers is a common name given to the... Read more »
Science shows that gratitude is a simple, yet effective practice to encourage happiness, improved health, and resilience. Mindfulness has been shown to help train the mind to experience what is here in the moment. Nature has the ability to calm our nervous systems as we connect with landscapes that our ancestors have been interacting with... Read more »
Come explore Irvine, the first Thursday of the month, and observe Irvine at dusk, when the grounds are quiet... or are they? Use the time to walk the trails, relax at Wedding Point, check out our Aviary, explore the Wetlands, discover the Native American site, play in the Outdoor Classroom or wander the Woodland Garden.... Read more »
The ancient science of health and wellbeing from India, Ayurveda, has very specific advice on how to negotiate the seasons through the use of food, herbs, spices, and daily activities. This class will focus on what to eat, and how food plays an integral role in your personal health, as well as the health of... Read more »
Why wait to wander a winding way through the woods? Winter wanes! Warmer weather and wafting winds whisk waves of weary-winged warblers to our woodlands and waders to our wetlands! What could be more wonderful than waking to witness the warm woodwind whistles of the wood thrush, while watching woodpeckers whack on walnuts, waxwings work... Read more »
Join us for a 6-week course on nature photography. Participants in the course will begin each class by learning the basics of digital photography, ranging from lighting to compositional techniques. Then the woods of Irvine Nature Center will provide them with a studio to experiment in, with the guidance of nature photographer Payton Pan, as... Read more »
Calling all parents and caregivers of babies and toddlers! Want to get out and about? Looking to meet other moms? Join us for a new program offered with our friends at (cool) progeny, Babies and Friends. Meet new friends and mingle while enjoying an outdoor guided walk with one of Irvine's environmental educators. Wear sturdy... Read more »
If you are looking for occasional classes for your homeschooler, our 2.5 hour drop off class for children 5-10yrs are held twice monthly, January through May. This Earth Friends Outdoors drop off class is designed to connect children with seasonal nature study, creative arts and messy maths exploration. We promote respect for plants, animals, the... Read more »
Come observe the sights and sounds of the seasonal warblers at Irvine during the early hours. With our new Warbler Wednesdays, Irvine members are invited to gain early access to the property, to observe these wonderful creatures during ideal birding conditions. Not sure what you're looking for? Warblers is a common name given to the... Read more »
Science shows that gratitude is a simple, yet effective practice to encourage happiness, improved health, and resilience. Mindfulness has been shown to help train the mind to experience what is here in the moment. Nature has the ability to calm our nervous systems as we connect with landscapes that our ancestors have been interacting with... Read more »
Irvine's Native Plant Sale and Workshop is back! We're thrilled to offer a morning of in-person, outdoor, hands-on learning, focused on NATIVE PLANTS. THE SALE: Presented by the Guilford Garden Club, the SALE will open to the public, beginning promptly at 9AM. Come explore many native varieties and get guidance from the members of the... Read more »
This is a two-part event offered by Mend Acupuncture – a class and an acupuncture session. We will start with an interactive class where we discuss a brief history of Chinese medicine and how it differs from Western medicine. You’ll be able to ask questions and see how a typical treatment happens at a local clinic (our... Read more »
Why wait to wander a winding way through the woods? Winter wanes! Warmer weather and wafting winds whisk waves of weary-winged warblers to our woodlands and waders to our wetlands! What could be more wonderful than waking to witness the warm woodwind whistles of the wood thrush, while watching woodpeckers whack on walnuts, waxwings work... Read more »
Have you been curious about foraging? Flowers are a great place for beginner foragers to start, as identification tends to be easy and many can be nibbled right off the plant. They also reveal the places where berries will later be available. Take an easy hike around Irvine as we look at how to pick,... Read more »
Come observe the sights and sounds of the seasonal warblers at Irvine during the early hours. With our new Warbler Wednesdays, Irvine members are invited to gain early access to the property, to observe these wonderful creatures during ideal birding conditions. Not sure what you're looking for? Warblers is a common name given to the... Read more »
Science shows that gratitude is a simple, yet effective practice to encourage happiness, improved health, and resilience. Mindfulness has been shown to help train the mind to experience what is here in the moment. Nature has the ability to calm our nervous systems as we connect with landscapes that our ancestors have been interacting with... Read more »
Summer is almost upon us, and birds are busy setting up breeding territories, building nests, and beginning to lay eggs for this year’s broods. Come witness the nesting process up close as you learn about Irvine’s extensive network of 90+ nest boxes and the species that raise their families within. Find out how you can... Read more »
What does it mean to know the land? Why learn about the land around you? Learning the land where you live is about cultivating a relationship with the external and our internal environment that allows you to rise to the challenges of life by emotionally, physically, and spiritually rooting to the earth under your feet.... Read more »
Participants will enjoy practicing moving meditative forms of body, mind, and spirit to deepen their connection to nature. The classes will begin in the tent or conference room, then transition to various beautiful locations throughout the Irvine campus. Qigong forest bathing and Qigong walks will be additional components of each class. No prior experience needed, and all are... Read more »
In this workshop, learn the traditional skill of folded bark baskets - how to ‘slip’ bark from a precut log, score and bend to transform into a basket of your own. Simple baskets have been fashioned from bark by cultures around the world, including in Maryland by the eastern woodland Indians from tulip polar. In... Read more »
Learn the purpose and the process of creating a Three Sisters Garden - a tradition that dates back to Maryland's First People. All ages welcome. Instructor: Clare Walker, Master Naturalist & Master Gardener Sunday, May 22nd 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM $8 per person or $25 per family (20% of program fees will be donated to... Read more »
Science shows that gratitude is a simple, yet effective practice to encourage happiness, improved health, and resilience. Mindfulness has been shown to help train the mind to experience what is here in the moment. Nature has the ability to calm our nervous systems as we connect with landscapes that our ancestors have been interacting with... Read more »
Our Mysterious Orchids: Hidden Connections Below- and Above-Ground Roughly 10 percent of the world’s plant species are orchids. This huge family has long fascinated scientists and been prized by collectors for its strange and often showy flowers. However, orchids are often among the first casualties from environmental degradation. Of North America’s approximately 220 native orchid... Read more »
Come explore Irvine, the first Thursday of the month, and observe Irvine at dusk, when the grounds are quiet... or are they? Use the time to walk the trails, relax at Wedding Point, check out our Aviary, explore the Wetlands, discover the Native American site, play in the Outdoor Classroom or wander the Woodland Garden.... Read more »
