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Featured Featured Event Series FREE FRIDAYS!

FREE FRIDAYS!

Irvine Nature Center

Introducing 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 8+ miles of trails, Visit the 8 resident raptors in the Aviary, Play in the Outdoor Classroom, Discover the Native American Site, Observe the diversity in Maryland’s ecosystems in the meadows, wetlands and forests... Read more »

FREE
Featured Featured Event Series Tales & Tails – Story Time in Nature

Tales & Tails – Story Time in Nature

Irvine Nature Center

PROGRAMMING NOTE: Tales & Tails will resume an 10AM starting time on June 6th! 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 with nature and your neighbors in an outdoor learning environment. Visitors... Read more »

FREE
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WORLD SNAKE DAY 2025

Throughout World Snake Day, there will be a self-led scavenger hunt and games in the Exhibit Hall. All activities are included in the price of admission ($5/person ages 6+) and free for members. Or join us for these 3 naturalist-led programs. Tickets are required and include access to Irvine for the entire day. Herp Hike:... Read more »

$5 – $25
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World Snake Day: Herp Hike

Celebrate World Snake Day by “herping” at Irvine! Herping is the art of hiking for hidden reptiles. Irvine is the home to seven different species of incredible snakes. Join our expert guides for an early morning hike through the woodlands to the wetlands and back in search of all seven. This event is great for... Read more »

$5
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World Snake Day Animal Presentation: Snakes Around the World

Celebrate World Snake Day by meeting different snakes from around the world! Snake Expert, Brittany Roger, will give an interactive presentation covering the incredible diversity and superpowers of snakes. Some climb, some dig, while others are masters of camouflage. This event is great for all ages.  Instructors: Brittany Roger, Environmental Educator Sunday, July 13th 12:00... Read more »

$5
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Animal Art: World Snake Day

Irvine Nature Center

World Snake Day is July 16. Celebrate your appreciation for these unique animals with scientific artist, Brittany Roger. Meet several snake models while painting your own custom throw pillowcases! This event is great for anyone ages 13+. All experience levels are welcome! Instructors: Brittany Roger, Irvine Environmental Educator and MICA-trained artist Sunday, July 13th 4:00... Read more »

$25
Featured Featured Event Series FREE FRIDAYS!

FREE FRIDAYS!

Irvine Nature Center

Introducing 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 8+ miles of trails, Visit the 8 resident raptors in the Aviary, Play in the Outdoor Classroom, Discover the Native American Site, Observe the diversity in Maryland’s ecosystems in the meadows, wetlands and forests... Read more »

FREE
Featured Featured Event Series Tales & Tails – Story Time in Nature

Tales & Tails – Story Time in Nature

Irvine Nature Center

PROGRAMMING NOTE: Tales & Tails will resume an 10AM starting time on June 6th! 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 with nature and your neighbors in an outdoor learning environment. Visitors... Read more »

FREE
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Writing in Nature

Settle into creativity & community and join us for an evening of nature-inspired writing! Whether you're working on a poem, a short story, or just want to see what the trees whisper to you, we'll have time to write independently out on Irvine's trails, then get together around the campfire to share. BYO hammock; s'mores... Read more »

$10
Featured Featured Event Series FREE FRIDAYS!

FREE FRIDAYS!

Irvine Nature Center

Introducing 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 8+ miles of trails, Visit the 8 resident raptors in the Aviary, Play in the Outdoor Classroom, Discover the Native American Site, Observe the diversity in Maryland’s ecosystems in the meadows, wetlands and forests... Read more »

FREE
Featured Featured Event Series Tales & Tails – Story Time in Nature

Tales & Tails – Story Time in Nature

Irvine Nature Center

PROGRAMMING NOTE: Tales & Tails will resume an 10AM starting time on June 6th! 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 with nature and your neighbors in an outdoor learning environment. Visitors... Read more »

FREE
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Make & Take: Traditional Ribbed Baskets

Suitable for beginners or those with basketry experience we will make ribbed baskets using a mix of natural materials and reed. Each basket will be unique due to the different sizes of natural handles and many color options of reed. The basic frame with the initial ribs attached will be provided. During the class you... Read more »

$45