Back-To-School Nature Escape
Join preserve staff for an escape into nature this back-to-school season!
Meet at the nature lodge for a guided hike, followed by mindfulness activities for students grades 4+.
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Natural Dyes for Beginners
Learn the basics of creating natural dyes and help process wool to make a variety of beautiful colors! Pre-registration required.
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Autumn wildflower walk
Join us at Trailside this weekend for a guided exploration of our fall landscape. Together we will identify the many wildflowers only visible during the autumn months and learn about their historical uses.
Fireside Nature Storytime
Enjoy children’s stories amongst the trees, with a campfire to keep warm! Requires 1-minute on-trail walk to campfire area.
Ethnobotanical Walk
Discover the diversity of plant life on Hilltop’s trails, along with historical uses, foraging practices, crafting potential, and more in this guided walk.
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Rooted & Renewed: Nature-Based Mindfulness for Calm and Well-Being
Reconnect with yourself amidst the natural beauty of Hilltop Hanover Farm & Environmental Center—a perfect opportunity to refresh your mind and body. Led by mindfulness teacher, Liz Slade, this class offers a unique blend of nature-based meditation and gentle walking to boost mental clarity and emotional balance.
This half-day retreat is freely offered to active adults 55+ thanks to generous funding by Mindful of Nature. *RAINDATE: 9/17*
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Liz Slade is an educational consultant, teacher-trainer, mindfulness teacher, and nature meditation guide. Liz was a pioneer in the mindfulness in education movement and a classroom teacher for over 30 years. She has a deep belief that when we pause to nourish our own hearts, we are better able to care for each other, build inclusive communities, and protect our planet.
Go Green Day!
Celebrate 2026 Earthday! Turn off your electronics and spend the day outside giving back to Mother Earth! Help us plant native species and learn about the many ways you can nurture our shared environment.
Clothing Repair Workshop
Join us this Earth Month to help reduce textile waste by learning how to mend your own clothing and linens! We will be focusing on reattaching zippers, buttons, patching up holes, and more. Come with any old clothing, blankets, toys, etc. you wish to repair. This workshop is recommended for everyone ages 8+. Pre-registration is suggested for this free class.
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Wildflower Walk
Join us on a hike through our trails to learn about our incredible wildflower species! From identification to ecology to traditional uses, participants will leave this tour with a newfound knowledge and appreciation of wildflowers. Meet at reception center upon arrival.
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