Family Activities

Join us for a star party at the Pinnacles at 8 pm on August 2nd! Local astronomer, Jeff Hutton, will share a presentation then lead stargazing through telescopes, weather permitting.Bring …

We'll learn about butterflies and moths--how can you tell the difference between them, what do they eat, what do they do for the ecosystem? We'll look under the microscope and …

 Forest Families: Thursday Morning Hikes Looking for a safe and welcoming way to enjoy the woods with (or without) your kids? Join us every Thursday at 9am at the Berea …

Beat the heat by playing with our eco-friendly water balloons! Made out of crocheted yarn, these "balloons" are reusable and easy to pick up. We will be set up on …

Did you know some birds start migrating to their winter homes in August? We'll learn about the amazing journeys birds take twice a year through games, crafts, and books. This …

We will head into the woods after dark to see what wildlife we can see and hear. Please bring a flashlight/headlamp! This will be a one mile loop with minimal …

We will go on a slow-paced, child led walk in the lower forest to look for as many bug friends as we can find! Cancelled in the case of heavy …

Join us to make bracelets inspired by nature!We will have beads and string to make monarch caterpillar (or the caterpillar of your choosing) bracelets. We will also make nature bracelets …

Back by request!! Join Madison County Public Library and the Berea College Forestry Outreach Center for a family friendly open mic night on Tuesday September 9th. *Sign ups will start …

We'll use clay crafts to explore nature and our creativity! You can use natural materials in your creations to make snails, mushrooms, and leaf and snake scale prints! Meet in …

The autumn equinox--when day and night will be equal-- is September 22nd! Celebrate heading into autumn with a leaf suncatcher craft and making a simple sundial! Meet in the Nature's …

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