Nature (+)6: Beginning Watercolor
Garden PavilionLearn the fundamentals of watercolor using nature as our muse! This 6-week course covers all the basic techniques, from wet on wet to wet on dry blending techniques. Students will paint from […]
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Learn the fundamentals of watercolor using nature as our muse! This 6-week course covers all the basic techniques, from wet on wet to wet on dry blending techniques. Students will paint from […]
Animal Superpowers Learn tricks of observation from your animal friends (and Mr. Dan)! Designed for families with K–5 students and homeschool co-ops, Forest Homeschool Hikes pair a short, hands-on lesson […]
Join Volunteer Naturalists Karen Scout and Jim Scout to observe birds as they prepare for migration. Discover what birds need for their journeys, why migration matters, and how we can […]
Bernheim provides habitat for many owl species, including the diminutive screech owl. On summer evenings, their haunting calls and mysterious tremolos echo through the forest. Join Volunteer Naturalists Lindsay Nason […]
Get ready for BugFest by taking part in this citizen science project that supports both education and conservation. Join Bernheim’s Research Coordinator and Volunteer Naturalists to learn more about monarch […]
Join us at Playcosystem, our 17-acre nature playground, for a day of open-ended, child-led play. Caregivers can connect with staff about the benefits of free play in nature, while kids explore, create, and imagine using “loose parts” provided to inspire curiosity, spark imaginations, and get kids playing on their terms, in their own way. This is […]
Discover the rewarding experience of volunteering at Bernheim, whether you have just a few hours to spare or can commit to hundreds. Help enhance our visitors’ experiences while enjoying the beauty of the natural world, participating in a range of engaging activities. Take the first step in becoming a Bernheim volunteer and making a lasting […]
Visit Bernheim’s Historic Fire Tower with volunteer naturalists. You'll enjoy the view while learning about the tower and the surrounding forest. Bernheim members $15; Non-members $20 Registration required by 4 […]
Learn the fundamentals of watercolor using nature as our muse! This 6-week course covers all the basic techniques, from wet on wet to wet on dry blending techniques. Students will paint from reference photos as well as natural materials sourced from Bernheim. With lots of in-depth demonstrations of technique and individual feedback, students of all experience levels […]
Healthy Roots Produce Healthy Shoots Fall is the perfect time for enhancing your landscape. You’ll be blooming next spring with strong, more resilient plants. Find the perfect plants for your landscape and select from a wide variety of trees, shrubs, and perennials. Most of the plants available are U.S. native species that are well adapted […]
Celebrate insects and the vital ecological services they provide! Bernheim will be abuzz with excitement as we get curious about the small creatures that play a big role in healthy ecosystems. Celebrate our six- and eight-legged friends through hands-on experiences, guided exploration, music, creativity, and more! Activities Bug Safaris: Embark on thrilling Bug Safaris to […]
Healthy Roots Produce Healthy Shoots Fall is the perfect time for enhancing your landscape. You’ll be blooming next spring with strong, more resilient plants. Find the perfect plants for your landscape and select from a wide variety of trees, shrubs, and perennials. Most of the plants available are U.S. native species that are well adapted […]