Your child will love spending their day off from school with Irvine's award-winning environmental educators 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. Theme: Wetland Wonders-Children will become scientists as they explore Irvine’s aquatic... Read more »
FunGal Eyes in the Forest Mushrooms are a ubiquitous entity throughout environments that contribute to the overall success of an ecosystem. These fungi are not only one of the most diverse sources of beauty, but they serve many beneficial purposes beyond that. Join us as self-taught forager, Sarah Oktavec shows us the ways... 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... Read more »
Wild Sex: How Nature Does 'It' Nature is WILD and, sometimes, competition for reproduction is fierce. From the birds to the bees (and even the orchids!), join naturalist, Kerry Wixted, to learn how different plants and animals procreate in odd, interesting, and sometimes deadly ways. Kerry Wixted is a Maryland naturalist with over... Read more »
World Turtle Day is May 23. Celebrate your love for turtles with an art class. We have the Maryland State Reptile, the Diamondback Terrapin! Learn to draw and paint this rare species and your other favorite turtles! Instructors: Brittany Roger, Irvine Environmental Educator and MICA-trained artist Friday, May 23rd 6:00 – 8:00PM Cost: $25/individual Advance... Read more »
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 snake tote bag! Instructors: Brittany Roger, Irvine Environmental Educator and MICA-trained artist Sunday, July 13th 4:00 – 6:00PM Cost: $25/individual Advance registration encouraged – event will be cancelled if... Read more »
Just in time for International Owl Awareness Day on August 4th, Irvine invites you to share your appreciation for our feathered friends by engaging in this art endeavor! This class will focus on painting and drawing techniques that will provide new ways of expressing your connection with nature. Irvine’s aviary friends will model for us... Read more »
