HEADS UP! Forest Hill Drive and L+A+N+D areas will be closed Saturday, October 10. Trails in the arboretum, including the Forest Giants Trail, will be open.
Take a walk through the Arboretum and discover the natural world in a relaxed, social setting. This guided hike features a few interpretive stops along the way, with a greater focus on exploring the landscape through movement and conversation. FREE, registration is required Registration required by 4 p.m. the day prior to the program. No […]
Join artist Christina Clifford as she leads participants in a two-Saturday workshop on making paper by hand and turning it into a nature journal or sketchbook! The first Saturday, October […]
ECO Kids Discovery Days are offered every first and third Saturday of the month (weather permitting). E-C-O stands for Every Child Outside, which is the best way for children of […]
Discover Bernheim’s backcountry on an exciting hike and van tour led by Volunteer Naturalists. Explore remote areas of Bernheim, including Wilson Creek, future wetland areas, a moderate loop hike along […]
Join a Volunteer Naturalist for an engaging nature hike on the first Sunday of each month. These hikes are longer than our ECO Kids Hike of the Day and are […]
Spend fall break exploring the wonders of nature at Bernheim! Young adventurers, ages 6-12, will enjoy creek walking, hiking, and hands-on art-making, all while connecting with the outdoors. Campers will also see all the Forest Giants and explore Playcosystem, our 17-acre nature playground. Sign your children up for a single day or both days. Camp […]
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 […]
Enjoy a guided tram tour of the Arboretum Loop. You'll discover notable trees, unique plant collections, the the living stories rooted throughout the Arboretum. Bernheim members $15; Non-members $20 Registration […]
Connect, Explore and Taste at Bernheim! Enjoy networking, drinks, and art in nature at L+A+N+D: an experience of discovery! You'll enjoy food from Isaac's Café, an hour of networking, and […]
Come celebrate nature’s most mischievous arborist, the squirrel! Learn about the trees they rely on. Enjoy this fun program walking in their paws: Learn to identify local nut trees Build a good nest, and Cache enough nuts to survive the winter Bernheim members $5; Non-members $10 Registration required by 4 p.m. the day prior to […]
Join artist Christina Clifford as she leads participants in a two-Saturday workshop on making paper by hand and turning it into a nature journal or sketchbook! The first Saturday, October […]
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 […]
