Your child will love spending their day off from school at Irvine for a day of exploration and outdoor activity. Days are filled with animal encounters, science experiments, hiking, nature crafts and more! Day Off Camps are for children age 5-12. Monday, September 26, 2022- Fabulous Fall - Fabulous is the best way to describe... Read more »
The potential benefits of awe for your mind, body, and social connections make it an emotion worth cultivating. But you don’t have to take a trip to Mount Everest to reap its benefits. One of the most common sources of awe is found in nature. Awe is also found in the everyday like watching the... Read more »
Attention Homeschool Families! If you are looking for occasional classes for your homeschooler, Bauer Explorers is perfect. During this 2 hour class, we engage in place-based learning and hiking. Students will explore many topics such as land stewardship, wild plant identification and recipes, and natural arts. Instructors: Irvine’s Earth Friends Educators Select Tuesdays, Sept 27,... Read more »
Tales & Tails at Irvine Nature Center IS BACK! Join us every Friday for story time & an animal encounter in the Outdoor Classroom. This 'caregiver and child' program will allow you to build connections with nature and your neighbors in an outdoor learning environment. Visitors are encouraged to come early or stay after to discover... Read more »
Join Irvine's Animal Caretakers for an up-close look at some of Irvine’s coolest animals and what makes them so special! This program will shed light on some of nature’s most misunderstood creatures from snakes to vultures. Meet Naturalists Mallory and Paige under the tent for an animal presentation, followed by a nature-based craft project. This... Read more »
Did you know that even though you rarely hear them sing there are more birds to be seen during autumn than any other time of year? And Irvine is a great place to explore the diversity of east coast birds! Become better acquainted with the field marks, habits, and timing of dozens of migrants which... Read more »
Irvine is pleased to be a 2022 site for Caw to Action - a Volunteer Day of Service with The Baltimore Ravens and United Way of Central Maryland and we need your help! Join TEAM GREEN at Irvine and help with Meadow Restoration. Volunteers will assist with ongoing meadow restoration and remove invasive plant species... Read more »
Attention Homeschool Families! If you are looking for occasional classes for your homeschooler, Bauer Explorers is perfect. This 2.5 hour class is designed to connect children with seasonal nature study, creative arts and messy maths exploration. We promote respect for plants, animals, the land, and each other through a nurturing environment. Hikes, live animal encounters,... Read more »
Your child will love spending their day off from school at Irvine for a day of exploration and outdoor activity. Days are filled with animal encounters, science experiments, hiking, nature crafts and more! Day Off Camps are for children age 5-12. Wednesday, October 5, 2022- Indigenous Peoples of the Chesapeake - In celebration of upcoming... 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 »
Tales & Tails at Irvine Nature Center IS BACK! Join us every Friday for story time & an animal encounter in the Outdoor Classroom. This 'caregiver and child' program will allow you to build connections with nature and your neighbors in an outdoor learning environment. Visitors are encouraged to come early or stay after to discover... Read more »
Join us for a sound bath and herbal tea tasting with Lionel Matthews from Tranquility Sound Therapy and community herbalist Kate Galarza. The night will begin with the sound bath as the practitioner utilizes crystal and Tibetan singing bowls, gongs, ocean drums and the natural sounds of nature as tools to bring the mind and... Read more »
Visit Irvine’s re-created Native American site to learn more about Maryland’s First People. Families can learn about pre-colonial American Indian culture in the eastern region with hands-on activities and demonstrations of traditional skills. Help with the harvest of our 3 sisters garden, grind corn, throw an atlatl, try your hand at starting a friction fire,... Read more »
Participants will enjoy practicing these moving meditative forms of body, mind, and spirit to deepen their connection to nature. Qigong forest bathing and Qigong walks will be additional components of each class. Age 18+ No prior experience needed. All are welcome. Instructors: Mary Pinkard, NQA Level II Instructor, and Michele Tsonis Offered Sundays, October 9th... Read more »
Explore the nut trees: oaks, hickories and walnut as we learn the keys to identification by leaf, nut and bark. Do you know your white from red oaks - at Irvine we have 8 different species? If you want to know the best type of acorns for foraging (and wildlife) this is the hike for... Read more »
Nature Informed Mental Health & Wellbeing: Building resiliency through connection and creating a toolbox to regulate your nervous system This 6-week program integrates nature connection with mindfulness and other resiliency practices to assist people in regulating stress, anxiety, depression, and pain. The course is led by a team of mental health professionals and includes guided... Read more »
Are you looking for a preschool that encourages adventurous play, discovery, outdoor exploration, and connection with others for your toddler? The Nature Preschool at Irvine, offers children ages three to five a supportive, safe learning environment that emphasizes discovery, experimentation and connection through play in and with nature. A variety of schedule options are available to... Read more »
Tales & Tails at Irvine Nature Center IS BACK! Join us every Friday for story time & an animal encounter in the Outdoor Classroom. This 'caregiver and child' program will allow you to build connections with nature and your neighbors in an outdoor learning environment. Visitors are encouraged to come early or stay after to discover... Read more »
Did you know that even though you rarely hear them sing there are more birds to be seen during autumn than any other time of year? And Irvine is a great place to explore the diversity of east coast birds! Become better acquainted with the field marks, habits, and timing of dozens of migrants which... Read more »
Participants will enjoy practicing these moving meditative forms of body, mind, and spirit to deepen their connection to nature. Qigong forest bathing and Qigong walks will be additional components of each class. Age 18+ No prior experience needed. All are welcome. Instructors: Mary Pinkard, NQA Level II Instructor, and Michele Tsonis Offered Sundays, October 9th... Read more »
Restorative Yoga offers an autumn reset as the body, heart, and mind slow down and let go of worries and burdens with deep relaxing yoga shapes and the sensorial experiences of aromatherapy. Held in the lap of Mother Earth, we invite each grounded yoga pose, using supportive props and plant scents, to soothe and heal... Read more »
Attention Homeschool Families! If you are looking for occasional classes for your homeschooler, Bauer Explorers is perfect. This 2.5 hour class is designed to connect children with seasonal nature study, creative arts and messy maths exploration. We promote respect for plants, animals, the land, and each other through a nurturing environment. Hikes, live animal encounters,... Read more »
Nature Informed Mental Health & Wellbeing: Building resiliency through connection and creating a toolbox to regulate your nervous system This 6-week program integrates nature connection with mindfulness and other resiliency practices to assist people in regulating stress, anxiety, depression, and pain. The course is led by a team of mental health professionals and includes guided... Read more »
Your child will love spending their day off from school at Irvine for a day of exploration and outdoor activity. Days are filled with animal encounters, science experiments, hiking, nature crafts and more! Day Off Camps are for children age 5-12. Friday, October 21, 2022- Resilient Reptiles - Reptiles come in all different shapes and sizes... Read more »
Tales & Tails at Irvine Nature Center IS BACK! Join us every Friday for story time & an animal encounter in the Outdoor Classroom. This 'caregiver and child' program will allow you to build connections with nature and your neighbors in an outdoor learning environment. Visitors are encouraged to come early or stay after to discover... Read more »
Join us for a workshop on the art of mindful nature photography. The Natural World is constantly telling us a story. Learn to use your powers of Nature Observation to hear the story and your camera to create a visual interpretation of this story. Participants in this non-technical course will explore the trails of Irvine... Read more »
Want to stay well this winter? It’s easier than you might think! In fact, most everything you need to tend to the common cold can be found just outside your door, in your spice cabinet or in the produce section of your local grocery store. In this class you’ll begin to see common herbs and... Read more »
Visit Irvine during the spooktacular season leading up to Halloween. Join Irvine's Animal Caretakers, Mallory & Paige, for a special animal encounter and to learn about the tricks animals play in the wild. After the trickery, enjoy a special treat! This program is perfect for families with children age 6+. Instructor: Mallory Mlynarek + Paige... Read more »
Participants will enjoy practicing these moving meditative forms of body, mind, and spirit to deepen their connection to nature. Qigong forest bathing and Qigong walks will be additional components of each class. Age 18+ No prior experience needed. All are welcome. Instructors: Mary Pinkard, NQA Level II Instructor, and Michele Tsonis Offered Sundays, October 9th... Read more »
Attention Homeschool Families! If you are looking for occasional classes for your homeschooler, Bauer Explorers is perfect. During this 2 hour class, we engage in place-based learning and hiking. Students will explore many topics such as land stewardship, wild plant identification and recipes, and natural arts. Instructors: Irvine’s Earth Friends Educators Select Tuesdays, Sept 27,... Read more »
Nature Informed Mental Health & Wellbeing: Building resiliency through connection and creating a toolbox to regulate your nervous system This 6-week program integrates nature connection with mindfulness and other resiliency practices to assist people in regulating stress, anxiety, depression, and pain. The course is led by a team of mental health professionals and includes guided... Read more »
The potential benefits of awe for your mind, body, and social connections make it an emotion worth cultivating. But you don’t have to take a trip to Mount Everest to reap its benefits. One of the most common sources of awe is found in nature. Awe is also found in the everyday like watching the... Read more »
Participants will enjoy practicing these moving meditative forms of body, mind, and spirit to deepen their connection to nature. Qigong forest bathing and Qigong walks will be additional components of each class. Age 18+ No prior experience needed. All are welcome. Instructors: Mary Pinkard, NQA Level II Instructor, and Michele Tsonis Offered Sundays, October 9th... Read more »
Attention Homeschool Families! If you are looking for occasional classes for your homeschooler, Bauer Explorers is perfect. This 2.5 hour class is designed to connect children with seasonal nature study, creative arts and messy maths exploration. We promote respect for plants, animals, the land, and each other through a nurturing environment. Hikes, live animal encounters,... Read more »
Nature Informed Mental Health & Wellbeing: Building resiliency through connection and creating a toolbox to regulate your nervous system This 6-week program integrates nature connection with mindfulness and other resiliency practices to assist people in regulating stress, anxiety, depression, and pain. The course is led by a team of mental health professionals and includes guided... Read more »
Tales & Tails at Irvine Nature Center IS BACK! Join us every Friday for story time & an animal encounter in the Outdoor Classroom. This 'caregiver and child' program will allow you to build connections with nature and your neighbors in an outdoor learning environment. Visitors are encouraged to come early or stay after to discover... Read more »
This is the first in a NEW SERIES of Quarterly Day Trips! Spend the day with other nature lovers, traveling together in the Irvine mini-bus to explore some of the Mid-Atlantic’s best wildlife hotspots. For this first excursion, we will witness the beginning of fall waterfowl migration, when tens of thousands of ducks, geese, and... Read more »
