Watercolor Waterfall Painting
Ages 18 and up
In this workshop, we are going to create a waterfall painting using resistance techniques. We will start with a quick warm-up exercise, then a black and white watercolor and wrap up with a full-color watercolor. Leave the class with two versions of your waterfall. Studio materials are provided to use while in the class.
Registration deadline: Friday, March 8
Crafts with Nature
Ages 18 months – 4 years with adult companion
We will complete crafts with sensory themes and take short hikes in the park. This program is limited to one adult companion per registrant. Backpacks and front carriers are appropriate if your child is not walking. Strollers are not recommended at parks with natural terrain. The Crafts with Nature March programs are identical, please only select one.
Registration deadline: Tuesday, March 12
Wooden Egg Painting
All ages
Wooden eggs can be reused in your holiday traditions or used as décor. Your family will get one dozen wooden eggs to paint and personalize. During the painting process, the instructor will showcase replica bird eggs. Price includes one dozen 2.5-inch flat-bottomed eggs. Paint is provided.
Registration deadline: Tuesday, March 12
Wooden Egg Painting
All ages
Wooden eggs can be reused in your holiday traditions or used as décor. Your family will get one dozen wooden eggs to paint and personalize. During the painting process, the instructor will showcase replica bird eggs. Price includes one dozen 2.5-inch flat-bottomed eggs. Paint is provided.
Registration deadline: Tuesday, March 12
Crafts with Nature
Ages 18 months – 4 years with adult companion
We will complete crafts with sensory themes and take short hikes in the park. This program is limited to one adult companion per registrant. Backpacks and front carriers are appropriate if your child is not walking. Strollers are not recommended at parks with natural terrain. The Crafts with Nature March programs are identical, please only select one.
Registration deadline: Tuesday, March 12
Dancing Woodcocks
Ages 8 and up
We will head out at dusk to search for the American Woodcock and observe their spectacular dance! This is a Tools to Trek program.
Registration deadline: Monday, March 18
Canvas Painting and Storytime: Hello, Spring!
Ages 4 – 6 with adult companion
Children will design their own spring theme canvas and enjoy an interactive story during this fun evening with Kristin Bailey from The Purple Paintbrush.
Registration deadline: Monday, March 18
Teen Clay Workshop
Ages 11 – 15
Join Kristin Bailey from The Purple Paintbrush to get creative with clay. This program will include a review of clay tools and techniques as well as time for participants to sketch potential creations using their two pounds of clay. Glazing will be done during this session as well. Projects will be functional, but not food safe.
Registration deadline: Tuesday, March 19
Teen Drawing Workshop
Ages 11 – 15
Join Kristin Bailey from The Purple Paintbrush to learn different drawing techniques, including anime-style drawing, life drawing (cosplay is 100% welcome) and last but not least, a fun drawing game! Participants will be using recycled book pages as a drawing surface and pen/watercolor markers, pencils and colored pencils with blenders.
Registration deadline: Wednesday, March 20
Mixed Media Art Workshop
Ages 7 – 10
Participants will use a variety of materials to create a 3D nature scene including air dry clay to sculpt pieces to add to their scene. Kristin Bailey from The Purple Paintbrush will bring all the supplies needed and discuss art terms and how to create 3D projects.
Registration deadline: Wednesday, March 20
Outdoor Photography Scavenger Hunt
All ages
Participants will explore the park through a photography scavenger hunt. Following the scavenger hunt, families will share photos with one another and the team with the most items found on the list will receive a prize! All families need to bring a device to take photos, preferably one that has a screen to view the photos. Cell phone cameras are acceptable! One registration per family.
Registration deadline: Wednesday, March 20
Glass Fusing: Wind Dancers
Ages 16 and up
Kick off the spring season with this brand-new glass fusing class. Kathy Woodruff from Busy Beaver will lead participants through the basics of glass fusing. Create three 3″ squares that will be hooked together with mirrors in between to capture the spring breeze!
Registration deadline: Sunday, March 24
Foodie Adventures!
Ages 6 – 12 with an adult companion
Calling all foodies! Join us during spring break to try fruits and vegetables enjoyed around the world. In this food-tasting adventure, explore (potentially) new-to-you foods as you expand your palate and experience global cuisine. Led by Michelle Daniel of the Lifestyle Technique.
Registration deadline: Tuesday, March 26
Eggstra Special Doggy Day
All ages
This eggstra special dog day is back for an extra special 3rd annual egg hunt! Join us at the dog park for a dog-friendly egg hunt, fun dog-themed activities, giveaways and more! All activities will happen right outside the dog park and the off-leash areas will remain open for dogs to play. Egg hunt prizes available while supplies last.
Registration is not required.
Outdoor Explorers
Ages 9 – 12
Mondays, April 1 – May 6
Children will learn about nature and the outdoors in this program designed to allow children to interact with nature in unique ways. Activities include discovery, games and creeking. We occasionally celebrate the last session of the season with a campfire and s’mores. Please let us know if your child has any dietary restrictions by answering the custom questions upon registration.
Registration deadline: Monday, March 25