The Virginia Opossum: A unique mammal
Learn the only native marsupial species in the United States and how it ended up here.
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Winter Wildlife
Which of our wildlife species stick around during the colder months? Who migrates? How do our stationary species tough out the brisk weather? Come learn all about winter wildlife!
Valentine’s Day Brunch
Bring along a friend, family member, or significant other in this Valentine’s Day Brunch on the farm! We’ll prepare a 3-course meal together to share while picking up new skills to learn how to cook for your loved ones! Registration is required.
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Valentine’s Day Bake and Make
Children will bake yummy heart-shaped roll and cut sugar cookies from scratch then make keepsake Valentine’s Day cards with a variety of imaginative techniques. 6 children max. Ages 5 years old and up. Registration required at lasdonpublicgardens.org. Fee: $5.
“Leave No Trace” Basics/Awareness
Environmentally ethical outdoorsmen follow these seven principals known as “Leave No Trace.” Come test your knowledge and learn all about how to be eco-friendly on your trips into the wilderness.
The Great Backyard Bird Count
Learn how to use bird ID apps, Merlin and eBird, and join bird enthusiasts around the world in identifying and counting birds in your local area to help scientists better understand and protect our friends in flight. All ages welcome!
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Civil War Winter Camp
After being inducted into the Civil War Army, children will bake Maple Sugar Cookies, hand-sew a soldiers’ housewife (something every soldier needed!), make a period craft, play with Civil War toys and learn about being a soldier with a hands-on experience in the Veterans Museum. 6 children max. Ages 6 years old and up.
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Personal tree-tapping experience!
Join the Trailside staff for a personal tapping experience learning how we tap the trees to get sap to then make our very own maple syrup. You and your family will get a half hour time slot. $25 per family of four.
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Winter on the Farm
Have you ever wondered what happens on the farm during the winter? Join us for a walk around the farm and learn about how we prepare for the winter, plan for the next season, and the benefits that winter has on our crops and land! Registration is required.
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Natural Dyes Workshop
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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