Winter Solstice Lantern Making

Maydale Nature Classroom 1638 Maydale Drive, Colesville, MD, United States

(MD) (Montgomery Parks) Join us as we celebrate the Winter Solstice by making lanterns, the holiday season by making nature ornaments, a Groundhog Day celebration, and Valentine’s Day by making nature valentines. Register for one or all of these family fun activities. Ages 6 to 12.

$7

Winter Solstice Lantern Making

Maydale Nature Classroom 1638 Maydale Drive, Colesville, MD, United States

(MD) (Montgomery Parks) Join us as we celebrate the Winter Solstice by making lanterns, the holiday season by making nature ornaments, a Groundhog Day celebration, and Valentine’s Day by making nature valentines. Register for one or all of these family fun activities. Ages 6 to 12.

$7

Orchid Origami for Teens

Gulf Branch Nature Center & Park 3608 Military Rd, Arlington, VA, United States

(VA) (Arlington Parks) Teens ages 12 to 17. Come learn about the bizarre orchid family, focusing on orchids found in northern Virginia. There are more than 50 species of orchid found in Virginia! Then join us in folding our very own paper sculptures of Virginia native orchids to take home.

$7

Orchid Origami for Teens

Gulf Branch Nature Center & Park 3608 Military Rd, Arlington, VA, United States

(VA) (Arlington Parks) Teens ages 12 to 17. Come learn about the bizarre orchid family, focusing on orchids found in northern Virginia. There are more than 50 species of orchid found in Virginia! Then join us in folding our very own paper sculptures of Virginia native orchids to take home.

$7

Orchid Origami

Long Branch Nature Center & Park 625 S Carlin Springs Rd, Arlington, VA, United States

(VA) (Arlington Parks) Did you know there are more than 50 species of orchid found in Virginia? Come learn about the bizarre and diverse orchid family, with its 30,000 species in total. We will focus on the orchids found in northern Virginia. After learning about these amazing native plants, we will use the Smithsonian's "Orchid-gami" sheets to cut and fold ...

$7

Make a 12 Month Phenology Wheel

Hidden Oaks Nature Center 7701 Royce St, Annandale, VA, United States

(VA) (Fairfax County Parks) Learn how to create a phenology wheel for the 12 months of the year. Then decorate each month with nature highlights. Hike to search for January highlights on the trail. Can be done in watercolor or colored pencil. 16 to Adult.

$27

Tiny Tot: Make A Birdfeeder

Long Branch Nature Center at Glencarlyn Park 625 S Carlin Springs Rd, Arlington, VA, United States

(VA) (Arlington Parks) Tiny Tot programs provide opportunities to interact one-on-one with your child while discovering the wonders of nature. Each program will engage your child with hands-on learning and may include a variety of activities like songs, crafts, finger plays and mini-hikes. Tiny Tot programs are offered throughout the year at Gulf and Long Branch Nature Centers. Ages 18 ...

$5

Homemade Bird Feeders

Burke Lake Park 7315 Ox Rd, Fairfax Station, VA, United States

(VA) (Fairfax County Park) Bring a clean, empty, plastic bottle to make a bird feeder. We discuss tips for feeding birds and learn to identify common birds that visit home bird feeders. Dress for the weather and bring binoculars. Children must be accompanied by a registered adult. Ages 2 to Adult.

$8

Birds & Butterflies Clay Sculptures

Gulf Branch Nature Center & Park 3608 Military Rd, Arlington, VA, United States

(VA) (Arlington Parks) Join us to make beautiful clay bird and butterfly sculptures in the classroom just in time for Spring! We will visit our owl for inspiration and hopefully see some butterflies in our native plant garden. Ages 8 - 12

$10

Make a Seed Bomb

Meadowside Nature Center 5100 Meadowside Lane, United States

(MD) (Montgomery Parks) Celebrate Earth Day with tiny “green grenades” of native herb, flower, and vegetable seeds that create pockets of beauty and habitats for pollinators in your garden! Come make your own seed bombs using colored paper and native wildflower seeds and take them home to plant in your garden or neighborhood.

$7

Floral Design: Peony Perfection

Hillwood Estate 4155 Linnean Avenue, NW, Washington, DC, United States

(DC) (Hillwood) Create a romantic, vibrant arrangement featuring peonies to celebrate the lushness and beauty of the season. All materials are included. The completed arrangement will be approximately twelve inches wide. Payment is required in advance due to materials fees and is non-refundable. This program is limited to twelve people and must have a minimum of four participants to take ...

$65 – $75

Create a Floral Crown

Hillwood 4155 Linnean Avenue NW, Washington DC, United States

(DC) (Hillwood) Celebrate the season with a fun floral creation!  Adorn your summer attire with a wearable wreath crafted of seasonal roses, zinnias, and more. As the crown will be made with fresh flowers, the piece will remain at its ideal freshness for about one or two days. All materials are included.  Payment is required in advance due to materials fees ...

$65 – $75
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