Outdoors & Nature events

Hands-On Homeschool: Teeth, Beaks & Jaws (Nov. 6 & 20)

Fri, Nov 6, 2026 • 9:00 AM—12:00 PM · Colorado Springs, CO

Ages: Elementary 1st-5th Grade & 6th-8th grade. Have you ever wondered why animals have so many different mouths? From crushing shells to sipping nectar, every…

Native Nature Institute Days

Fri, Nov 6, 2026 • 9:00 AM—4:30 PM · Bloomington, IL

This semester, bring your students to the McLean County Museum of History for an Institute Day program all about Illinois-native Wildlife! Participants will…

Fall Critter Camp 2026

Thu, Nov 5, 2026 • 9:00 AM—1:00 PM · Madison, NJ

3 reasons your kid will love Critter Camp: They’ll get to ask animal experts their questions They’ll meet and engage with shelter animals They’ll make fellow…

South American Adventure Bird Chat

Fri, Nov 6, 2026 • 9:15 AM—9:30 PM · Gulf Shores, AL

All keeper chats are included with regular paid admission. Bird Chat: Daily 9:15 am – 9:30 am at South American Adventure. Experience the Alabama Gulf Coast…

Farm Barn Cafe Open

Fri, Nov 6, 2026 • 9:30 AM—3:00 PM · Hillsborough Township, NJ

Nourish yourself with seasonal delights from Chef Lauren

Fall Butterflies

Fri, Nov 6, 2026 • 9:30 AM—5:00 PM · Phoenix, AZ

Admission to this experience includes full access to Super Bloom Oct. 9 – May 31 Tickets on sale Sept. 8 Don’t miss this living exhibit that features thousands…

Master Naturalist Advanced Training: Autumn Photoperiod Effects in Animals and Plants

Fri, Nov 6, 2026 • 9:30 AM—12:00 PM · Fort Mill, SC

Discover how changes in day length influence the seasonal rhythms of plants and animals. Caused by the Earth’s tilt, the changing proportion of light and dark…

Trails Without Limits

Fri, Nov 6, 2026 • 9:30 AM—3:00 PM · Yorktown Heights, NY

Guided by The Westchester Parks Foundation, Trails Without Limits allows individuals who live with physical disabilities including, but not limited to,…

First Steps Into Nature 2y-5y

Fri, Nov 6, 2026 • 9:30 AM—10:30 AM · Smithtown, NY

November: Furry Friends Little ones will learn about nature through hands on interaction, music, stories, play, and more. HELP INTRODUCE THE WONDERS OF THE…

Plants and People of the Sonoran Desert Tour

Fri, Nov 6, 2026 • 9:30 AM—10:30 AM · Phoenix, AZ

Wild Children of the Woods

Fri, Nov 6, 2026 • 9:30 AM—11:30 AM · Amherst, MA

Fall Nature Discovery Series for 3-5 year olds (Adult/Child) Marvelous Mammals! with Chrissy Larson Ages 3-5 (Adult required to attend with child) Fridays,…

Fall Nature Discovery Preschool: Group A

Fri, Nov 6, 2026 • 9:30 AM—11:30 AM · Amherst, MA

Fall Nature Discovery Series for 3-5 year olds (Adult/Child) Marvelous Mammals! with Chrissy Larson Ages 3-5 (Adult required to attend with child) Fridays,…

Historic Mansion Tours

Fri, Nov 6, 2026 • 9:30 AM—4:00 PM · McMinnville, TN

There’s something for everyone on this historic mansion tour between Nashville and Chattanooga, Tenn. The Victorian mansion called “Tennessee’s Biltmore” by…

Bayview | Community Tree Care

Fri, Nov 6, 2026 • 9:30 AM—12:00 PM · San Francisco, CA

Welcome, Tree Care Volunteers! Join us and help care for young street trees so they grow healthy, strong, and beautiful. This event is only for Tree Care…

My Naturalist and Me

Fri, Nov 6, 2026 • 9:45 AM—10:45 AM · Online

Stop by this fun-filled hour and learn all about nature through fun activities like animal meet and greets, crafts, and short hikes. Children must be…

Member Exclusive: Conservation Woodlands Hike

Fri, Nov 6, 2026 • 10:00 AM—11:30 AM · Devon, PA

@ Get a behind-the-scenes look at a special spot at Jenkins! Join with other members at the Patron Level and above as we explore behind the scenes at Jenkins!…

Award-Winning Northport Artist, Mary Ahern, has been selected for a six-week Solo Exhibition at the historic Locust Grove Estate in Poughkeepsie, NY

Thu, Nov 5, 2026 • 10:00 AM—5:00 PM · Poughkeepsie, NY

Set on a hill overlooking the scenic Hudson River in Poughkeepsie, New York, Locust Grove includes a historic estate, including art galleries, a museum, and a…

STORYTIME IN THE GARDEN

Fri, Nov 6, 2026 • 10:00 AM—11:00 AM · Henrico, VA

Storytime in the Garden will run every Friday and Saturday at 10 am, February through October in 2026. Please join us, rain or shine, to help build early and…

Tots on the Trail

Fri, Nov 6, 2026 • 10:00 AM—12:00 PM · Online

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General Admission October November

Fri, Nov 6, 2026 • 10:00 AM—3:00 PM · Mumford, NY

19TH-CENTURY HISTORIC VILLAGE Explore, see, and experience our Historic Village. We invite you to tour spaces and buildings representing home, civic, social,…

Self-guided Visits

Fri, Nov 6, 2026 • 10:00 AM—2:00 PM · Schuyler, VA

From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., the Quarry Gardens will be available to ticketed visitors who would like to walk the trails independently. Consider bringing a lunch to…

Terrestrial Animal Adaptations Homeschool Series

Fri, Nov 6, 2026 • 10:00 AM—12:00 PM · Abingdon, MD

Explore the park with our naturalist and learn about the adaptations that different animals have to live on land. This is a drop-off program. Must…

Daily Tours

Fri, Nov 6, 2026 • 10:00 AM—3:00 PM · Naples, FL

@ Enjoy a staff-led, themed daily tour included with Garden admission. Reserve your spot with a member of the Education team at the information station located…

W.O.N.D.E.R.

Fri, Nov 6, 2026 • 10:00 AM—12:00 PM · Naples, FL

@ Join us for our family-friendly W.O.N.D.E.R. in the Garden program! Together families will imagine, create, and explore the Garden with fun lessons and…

10:00 AM-Grand Tour

Fri, Nov 6, 2026 • 10:00 AM—1:00 PM · Wichita, KS

Grand Tour Enjoy a deeper look at Frank Lloyd Wright’s Allen House and Wright’s Architecture. This guided tour will provide an extensive interpretation of the…

HAPPY HOUR AT THE HOFF: Whipped Coffee & Matcha 🍵✨☕

Fri, Nov 6, 2026 • 10:00 AM—3:00 PM · Olathe, KS

☕✨ HAPPY HOUR JUST GOT A GLOW UP! ✨🍵 Your afternoon pick-me-up just became your new obsession 😍 Join us at the HOFF for Happy Hour—EVERY Friday from 10 AM–3…

Oh, Christmas Tree Tour

Thu, Nov 5, 2026 • 10:00 AM—3:00 PM · La Salle, IL

It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas at the Hegeler Carus Mansion! The Oh, Christmas Tree Tour is a guided, 1-hour, yuletide experience during which…

Tai Chi in the Garden

Fri, Nov 6, 2026 • 10:00 AM—11:00 AM · Decatur, GA

Register here. Join us for beginner-friendly Tai Chi in the serene setting of Woodlands Garden. Over eight weeks, we will explore the first half of the Yang…

Nurturing our habitat ~ starts in your yard ~ A new event at desert Meadows park

Fri, Nov 6, 2026 • 10:00 AM—2:00 PM · Green Valley, AZ

@ Educational booths ~ Native plants for sale ~ Mini-workshops ~ Food trucks ~ Games ~ Park tours for ideas and inspiration Join us to learn the importance of,…

Portland Holiday Market

Fri, Nov 6, 2026 • 10:00 AM—6:00 PM · Portland, OR

Find us at the 5th annual Portland Holiday Market! The Ground Market is bringing a little bit of Carlton to the city, with farm fresh products made here in the…

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