Details: Give thanks to pollinators as we discover how to make an ideal garden for them. We’ll explore basic skills for building habitats and investigate which flowers pollinators like best. What does it mean to be a Backcountry Pathfinder? A Pathfinder is an explorer, someone who respects nature and inspires others through example and leadership.…
Details: In this program, Pathfinders will embark on a bug-filled adventure as we explore the world of insects. Using investigation methods used by real scientists, we’ll discover how insects and native plants are connected and why they’re vital to healthy ecosystems.  What does it mean to be a Backcountry Pathfinder? A Pathfinder is an explorer,…
Details: This program is all about play! Pathfinders will experience how nature offers a bounty of resources for creativity and fun as they utilize natural materials from the Garden to develop games of their own design. We’ll discover how, in nature, with a little imagination and some ingenuity, the possibilities for fun are limitless! What…
Details: Join us as we celebrate the special relationship between butterflies and Milkweed! Be inspired by these fluttering marvels as we create butterfly crafts and enjoy a delightful story about Monarchs and Milkweed. Create your own magic by lending a hand to these amazing creatures by potting your own Milkweed plant to take home. The…
Details: Join us for an enchanting evening filled with creativity and wonder as we build nature fairy homes. As the sun begins to set, we’ll have LED candles to light up your fairy towers and plenty of natural materials to make your own charming woodland dwelling. Furthermore, guests can enjoy a magical story or partake in a…
In this program, Pathfinders will utilize plant fibers to weave yucca cordage to take home. They’ll discover why plant fibers are so resilient and why it is so valuable in our everyday lives. What does it mean to be a Backcountry Pathfinder? A Pathfinder is an explorer, someone who respects nature and inspires others through…
** This experience was cancelled due to weather. To view our upcoming Pathfinder Programs, visit this link.** This program is all about seeds! From seeds that fly to ones that dig themselves in the ground, Pathfinders will investigate the amazing adaptations and structures seeds have to survive. Each participant will conclude the day by choosing…
Ready, set, grow — with this free (with admission) opportunity for kids ages 8 to 13! In this Pathfinders opportunity, participants will create clones from plants doing vegetative cuttings. They’ll discover the special structures plants have for regrowth and how these can be used to create entirely new plants! Participants take home their very own…
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