Winter Wonderland Camp
December 18, 2016 - Latest, ProgramsPrepare you your child for a Blizzard of activity! Jack Frost and Elsa are helping us plan 4 exciting days of Winter Wonderland Camp. This Camp is for kids ages… Read more »
Time to Empty Your Rain Barrels!
December 9, 2016 - Executive Director, LatestWhen I woke up this morning to reports of wind chills in the teens I was reminded that it is probably time to empty my rain barrels for the winter.… Read more »
Who Pulls Santa’s Sleigh?
December 9, 2016 - Animal House, LatestWith the holiday season upon us, houses are being decorated with all sorts of apparel; sparkling lights drape from rooftops, wreaths hang on doors, snowmen frolic in the front yard,… Read more »
Program Spotlight- Science Sundays
November 19, 2016 - Latest, Naturalist's NotesJoin Irvine naturalists to explore the natural world of science. Two Sundays in each month, families can enjoy free activities focused on a new and exciting science theme. Most activities… Read more »
Three Cheers for President ‘Possum!
November 10, 2016 - Animal House, LatestAfter a close race, Miss. Virginia Opossum was selected as Irvine’s Animal President for the 2016 Election! This year’s election pinned Miss. Virginia Opossum, Mrs. Black Rat Snake, Ms. Eastern… Read more »
Woolly Bear Caterpillars
November 7, 2016 - Latest, Naturalist's NotesWhy did the Pyrrharctia isabella cross the road? It was going to REI to buy snowshoes! This particular woolly bear caterpillar (Pyrrharctia isabella) was mostly black, which is a sure… Read more »
Pumpkin Chunkin
November 7, 2016 - Latest, Naturalist's NotesHalloween may be over – but wait – don’t go chucking that pumpkin yet! Whether you are the type of person who decorates for the winter season on November 1st,… Read more »
Monthly Green Tip – November
November 2, 2016 - Executive Director, LatestIf you are like my family, you probably have a few pumpkins lingering on your front porch or steps that will soon turn into a liquefied mess. Before this seasonal… Read more »
Nature Art
October 27, 2016 - Latest, Urban EducationIt’s not what you look at that matters, it’s what you see. – Henry David Thoreau Nature encourages a sense of wonder and sparks our creativity. From Claude Monet to… Read more »
Program Spotlight: Introduction to Birding
August 24, 2016 - Latest, ProgramsBird watching is one of the fastest growing outdoor pursuits in the United States. 207 million people worldwide are bird watchers. Is your child one of them? This Fall Irvine… Read more »
