Through demonstrations, activities, and discussion, scouts will “Be Prepared” to handle situations requiring First Aid and earn their First Aid Merit Badge. Same day completion of this merit badge relies on pre-requisite work prior to class and...

Find a stone and add some art, a scribble, a splatter, or a happiness heart. Then give it away and let someone know that this scribble stone makes happiness grow. We’ll make some happiness grow with rocks from Winkler Botanical Preserve. After...

Enjoy a hands-on experience in Temple Hall's new community garden. Participants will learn about every step in the growing process, from planting to harvesting and all the care in-between. You might even go home with some of the produce you helped...

Enjoy free garden admission and a guided walk around Meadowlark's 95 acres on Tuesdays. Each one-hour walk will be over hilly terrain, have a positive focus, and include a silent, meditative portion and a few interesting facts from our docent along...

Dive into the wonders of worms with our nature program tailored for curious minds aged 2-4. Through a story, songs, crafts, and a worm search, children will explore how worms help plants grow. Program Fee: $10/child plus $3 transaction fee...

Moth Week is here! Join NOVA Parks Roving Naturalist Matt Felperin and Ana Ka'ahanui of Capital Nature on a quest to capture and identify these nocturnal fliers using bedsheets and blacklights. While butterflies usually get most of the attention as...

Enjoy a relaxing guided sunrise kayak paddle led by ACA certified paddling instructor and NOVA Parks Roving Naturalist, Matt Felperin. Calm morning waters should make this an easy paddle, and we hope to see lots of wildlife along the way! Expect to see Great Blue Herons, Osprey, and Bald Eagles. We will begin with a brief paddling instruction overview before heading out. Previous kayak experience suggested, but not required. $35, Ages 12+

Enjoy a nice sunset on the water and experience the natural beauty of the Beaverdam Reservoir! This is a fun and memorable outdoor adventure that highlights natural and historical features unique to the area. This program will be led by NOVA Parks...

Soothe your soul with an immersive evening of sound meditation, nature connection, and tea at twilight in the serene setting of Meadowlark Botanical Gardens. You’ll be gently guided through a deeply relaxing sound meditation—featuring crystal singing...

Join Matt Felperin, ACA certified Roving Naturalist, for a special seasonal paddle tour! Paddle under the stars during the Delta Aquarids Meteor Shower and learn more about this natural phenomenon. A brief paddling instruction overview will be...