Baltimore Woods inspires outdoor exploration and learning
Baltimore Woods Nature Center is ready for the New Year with programs that inspire people of all ages to explore and connect with nature – even in winter. January programs are as follows:
Jan.16 to Feb. 27 Homeschool Adventures in Nature Winter Series: Winter Photography 10 to 11:30 a.m. Bare trees, crystal skies, icicles dangling above the stream… with its many habitats, Baltimore Woods is a wonderful playground for a photographer. Each week we’ll head to a new location, exploring and discovering the woods with the eyes of photographers. Bring a camera (any will do!) and follow in the snowy footsteps of artists and naturalists as we learn their secrets to freezing moments in time. Bring your own camera, or contact the nature center if you do not have access to one. Participants must be accompanied by an adult. Each session will spend significant time outside, please dress appropriately. Recommended for ages 5-16. $35 for members; $50 for public. Baltimore Woods Nature Center is located at 4007 Bishop Hill Road, Marcellus, NY. Visit baltimorewoods.org to register.
Jan.17 to Feb. 28 Nature’s Little Explorers Winter Session – Winter’s Patterns 10 to 11 a.m. Winter is a great time to explore nature’s patterns! Each week we will discover the many wonderful patterns of trees, birds, snowflakes, tracks, and even sounds. Weekly themes include: Mirror, Mirror; Tree Patterns; Bird Patterns; Sound Patterns; Snowflakes!; Animal Track Patterns. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Lessons will go outside every day, so be sure to dress for the weather. This six-week series will meet on Wednesdays, Jan 17,24, 31, Feb 7, 14, 28. NLE will not meet on Feb 21 because of Winter Break Camp. Recommended for ages 3-5. $35 for members; $50 for public. Baltimore Woods Nature Center is located at 4007 Bishop Hill Road, Marcellus, NY. Visit baltimorewoods.org to register.
Jan. 18 Wandering Through Winter 10 to 11:30 a.m. Join Tom Meier on an inspirational snowshoe hike through The Woods. We will stop at some of the best winter views our trails have to offer and reflect on the words of a legendary naturalist, Edwin Teale. Snowshoes will be provided; terrain will be relatively flat. No snow? No worries – we will still go out for a walk! Program for adults. $6 for members; $9 for public.
Jan.19 Star Party: Finest Winter Skies 7 to 9 p.m. Winter skies at their finest! The area surrounding the constellation Orion has more bright stars and deep-sky clusters than any other section of the sky. And there will still be good views of Uranus, as well. Back up date Jan. 20 Be sure to dress warmly. Recommended for ages all ages. $6 for members; $9 for public. Baltimore Woods Nature Center is located at 4007 Bishop Hill Road, Marcellus, NY. Visit baltimorewoods.org to register.
Jan. 20 To Build a Fire: Secrets of Winter Fire Making 10:30 to 1:30 p.m. Learn how to make and maintain fires in cold, snowy and wet conditions. We will cover fire making, both with and without matches, how to find dry material and processes it into kindling and tinder. We will also delve into the “Fire Burrito” and other tips and tricks. Dress appropriately for the weather since we will be outside for the bulk of the program. Program for ages 10 and up. $6 for members; $9 for public. Baltimore Woods Nature Center is located at 4007 Bishop Hill Road, Marcellus, NY. Visit baltimorewoods.org to register.
Jan. 27 Under the Owl Moon 7 to 8 p.m.Grab your flashlight and winter gear and join us as we search for our favorite nocturnal friends – owls! After a hike down the Valley Trail, follow us inside for some hot chocolate and a reading of one of our favorite owl stories. Program for ages 6 and up. $6 for members; $9 for public. Baltimore Woods Nature Center is located at 4007 Bishop Hill Road, Marcellus, NY. Visit baltimorewoods.org to register.
Ongoing Winter Activity: Snowshoeing at The Woods. During the winter season, Baltimore Woods Nature Center has snowshoes available for use on over six miles of hiking trails. Snowshoes can be rented in the Interpretive Center during operating hours for $5 a pair for nonmembers; free for members. Available in a wide range of sizes for children and adults. Trails are open from dawn to dusk with no admission or parking fees. Baltimore Woods Nature Center is located at 4007 Bishop Hill Road, Marcellus, NY. Visit baltimorewoods.org to register.
