Forest Therapy Walk
Baltimore Woods Nature Center 4007 Bishop Hill Road, MarcellusExperience nature in a unique way on a guided Forest Therapy Walk throughout Baltimore Woods! Forest Therapy, also known as “forest bathing,” stems from a Japanese practice known as Shinrin Yoku. Led by June Leo-Randazzo, a Certified ANFT Forest Therapy Guide, this program invites participants to immerse themselves in nature and open their senses to […]
Tales of the North with Ken Kaufman
Baltimore Woods Nature Center 4007 Bishop Hill Road, MarcellusSpend an evening with the stories of Robert Service, as told by seasoned storyteller Ken Kaufman! Tales of adventure in the great outdoors and a special night hike combine for a memorable evening in the winter woods. We’ll begin with a hike around the Harrison Trail and then warm up inside with hot cocoa and […]
Sketching Nature Series: Discovering Winter Weeds
Baltimore Woods Nature Center 4007 Bishop Hill Road, MarcellusCentral New York becomes a world of grays and browns during the winter, but we can still appreciate the beauty of winter weeds long after their greenery has faded. Join us for a walk around our meadows to find and identify winter weeds. We will learn about how they provide food and shelter for wildlife. […]
Caroling in the Woods
Baltimore Woods Nature Center 4007 Bishop Hill Road, MarcellusPick up a lantern and song sheet and enjoy a beloved tradition at Baltimore Woods. This event is free for all, and as always, donations are appreciated. Lanterns will be provided. Bring a small flashlight if you prefer. This program is designed for all ages. Space is limited. Online pre-registration is required; no walk-ins.
DIY Eco-Friendly Ornaments
Baltimore Woods Nature Center 4007 Bishop Hill Road, MarcellusTired of plastic snowflakes and glitter? Decorate your tree with ornaments that you and your family made from things you can find in nature! Come learn how to make natural ornaments using natural winter-plant based dyes to paint them. We will be using conifer cones, tree cookies, and rose hips to make mini wreaths, and […]
Winter Solstice Hike
Baltimore Woods Nature Center 4007 Bishop Hill Road, MarcellusThe winter solstice, with only nine hours of sunlight during the day, transforms our world into a quiet moon-lit wonderland at night. While it can be easy to forget in the dark, the winter solstice is truly a night of beginnings. Come for a tranquil lantern-lit walk to discover and celebrate the promise of longer […]