May 2021
Early Morning Birding at Prescott Farm
Early Morning Birding Birds are often awake and beginning their morning calls before the sun rises over the horizon. Get up early to watch the sunrise with the birds at Prescott Farm. Listen to their morning calls, and use binoculars to see which species you can spot. REGISTER ONLINE Cost: $15 (Free for Members) Recommended Ages: Adult Physical Demand:
Find out more »Woods Walk with a Herbalist at Prescott Farm
Woods Walk with a Herbalist Are you curious about the dynamic of life in the woods and the varied organisms, from soil to treetop? What in the forest can be used for food and medicine? Melissa Morrison, Master Herbalist of Dragonfly Botanicals, leads a fun foray into Prescott Farm’s magical woodland to learn how to "read" these plants and see nature with new eyes. REGISTER ONLINE Cost: $TBD (TBD for Members) Recommended Ages: Adult Physical Demand:
Find out more »Build Your Own: “Bee B&B at Prescott Farm
Build Your Own: "Bee B&B" Humans rely on many species of pollinators for food and flowers. Host several species of solitary bees in your own bee hotel inspired by the Prescott Farm Bee B&B. REGISTER ONLINE Cost: $45 ($30 for Members) Recommended Ages: Adult Physical Demand:
Find out more »Polliwogs: Bug Safari at Prescott Farm
Polliwogs: Bug Safari REGISTER ONLINE Cost: $6 ($3 for Members) Recommended Ages: Kids 2.5-5 (with Adults) Physical Demand:
Find out more »Build Your Own: Butterfly Habitat at Prescott Farm
Build Your Own: Butterfly Habitat Providing fuel is the best way to encourage these colorful insects to visit your yard. We will explore which species of flowers attract butterflies and make "seed bombs" with native plants. REGISTER ONLINE Cost: $30 ($15 for Members) Recommended Ages: Adult Physical Demand:
Find out more »Painting at Prescott Farm Environmental Education Center
Make some art with us this spring, summer & fall! We are thrilled to welcome guest instructor Thomas Hitchcock for this 3-season series. Let the beauty of nature at Prescott Farm inspire you as you create a seasonal painting. Tom Hitchcock, President of the Lakes Region Art Association, will guide you at any level of painting ability to walk away with a piece of art that you love. Choose from pencil drawing or acrylic ink. Supplies will be available, but…
Find out more »Tiny Things Hike at Prescott Farm
Tiny Things Hike Take time to enjoy the little things. Borrow a hand lens (or bring you own if you want) and head out for a leisurely wander with a naturalist. We will look between the trees and grasses to observe what is small and sometimes overlooked. REGISTER ONLINE Cost: $12 (Free for Members) Recommended Ages: All
Find out more »Polliwogs: Butterflies Are Back at Prescott Farms
Polliwogs: Butterflies are Back REGISTER ONLINE Cost: $6 ($3 for Members) Recommended Ages: Kids 2.5-5 (with Adults) Physical Demand:
Find out more »Full Moon Hike at Prescott Farm
Full Moon Hike Set out at dusk to explore Prescott Farm at night. Inspired by the weather and the dynamic calendar of the natural world, topics discussed on our moonlit walk will vary but may include: identifying constellations, discussing the habits of nocturnal animals, and practicing your own night vision abilities. REGISTER ONLINE Cost: $15 (Free for Members) Recommended Ages: Adult Physical Demand:
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