Baltimore Woods Nature Center
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Saturday January 3 10:30am - 12:00pm EST
Literature & Nature Book Group (January Meeting)
Calling all nature-loving bookworms! The Literature & Nature Book Group at Baltimore Woods welcomes you to nourish and enhance your appreciation of the natural world with ongoing friendly discussions of great writing on that theme. Open to all interested adult members o......More
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Saturday January 3 1:00pm - 4:00pm EST
Family Field Days: Let’s Go Snowshoeing
Snowshoeing is an easy, historic winter activity with many modern health benefits for families. Learn about the history of snowshoeing and practice walking before we play some fun games and go on an exploratory hike. Join us as we waddle the trails to see the true benef......More
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Sunday January 11 1:00pm - 3:00pm EST
Forest Bathing Walk
Experience nature in a unique way on a guided Forest Bathing Walk throughout Baltimore Woods! 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 immer......More
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Thursday January 15 10:00am - 11:30am EST
Junior Nature Sketching: Forest Curiosities
Sketching offers a fascinating window into nature’s beauty and diversity. In this series for kids, we will sharpen our observation skills with fun exercises to learn about proportions, shading, texture, and colors. Each session includes an exploration around the preserv......More
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Friday January 16 10:00am - 11:30am EST
Cabin Campfires: Where It All Began
60 years ago, a dozen nature lovers had a “wild” dream that resulted in the development of Beaver Lake, Cayuga, and Baltimore Woods Nature Centers. In our first Cabin Campfires program of the series, let’s look back on those dedicated folks, who they were, what they did......More
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Friday January 16 7:00pm - 9:00pm EST
Star Party: Jupiter in the Spotlight
Jupiter will be at near opposition, making its best appearance in the sky for the entire year! We will also have great views of the winter skies around the constellation Orion, featuring some of the brightest clusters and nebulae visible in the northern hemisphere. Satu......More
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Saturday January 17 10:00am - 1:00pm EST
Wilderness Skills Workshop: Winter Survival
Prepare to conquer the chill and thrive in the wild with our Winter Survival Workshop! This immersive, hands-on experience equips you with essential skills to navigate and survive in cold-weather conditions. Learn how to build a life-saving shelter, start and maintain a......More
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Thursday January 22 10:00am - 11:30am EST
Nature Sketching: Forest Curiosities
Sketching offers a fascinating window into nature’s beauty and diversity. In this series for older teens and adults, we will sharpen our observation skills with fun exercises to learn about proportions, shading, texture, and colors. Each session includes an exploration ......More
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Saturday January 24 1:00pm - 4:00pm EST
Family Field Days: Snow Mysteries
The mysterious lives of winter mammals are revealed in the snow! Find out how to identify evidence left by animals and interpret the stories written in the snow. We’ll start by learning about tracking, animal interactions, and skull identification. Then, go for a hike t......More
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Monday January 26 10:00am - 12:00pm EST
Life as a Winter Tree
Trees have interesting traits to help them survive the cold months. We will go on a walk to find the big and small features that assist these plants in dealing with the freezing temperatures and snow. Put on your winter jacket and come along to explore the fascinating w......More
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Friday January 30 7:00pm - 8:30pm EST
Nature Trivia Night at The Woods
Calling all toad treasurers, bird nerds, and perceptive plant lovers! Test your nature knowledge with your friends, family, or come solo in a fun filled night of brain-teasing questions. Join us in making memories and connections to see who comes out at the top of the f......More
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Saturday January 31 7:00pm - 9:00pm EST
Owl Prowl: Keepers of the Night
On wintry nights, owls call among the trees and wander about the woods on silent wings. Join us to tune into your senses and experience the nighttime world of owls. We will go for a quiet walk through the forest, pausing in several spots to call for owls and learn about......More