Family Explorers: What Lives at the Arboretum?

FOR ALL AGES
Who’s peeping at the pools?
Are you ready to uncover the secrets of Tyler’s vernal pools? Join us for a walk to discover who’s making all that noise and what’s hiding beneath the surface! We’ll be on the lookout for spring peepers, wood frog egg masses, and maybe even some surprising critters we didn’t expect to find.
Dress warmly and wear your boots so you can get close to the action (but not in the pools). Bug spray and light-colored clothing are recommended for tick detection. Who knows what amazing discoveries are waiting for us? Come find out!
Looking to spark your child’s curiosity about the outdoors? Join us for Family Explorers: What Lives at the Arboretum. This program invites families to explore nature using their senses to uncover its secrets. Each child will receive a Tyler journal to document their discoveries, and there will be time at the end to create entries. Bring your journal to future Family Explorers tours to capture all the amazing moments of the season. Let’s see what we can discover together!
About your guide: Barbara Frank is a PA Master Naturalist, a Tyler-trained docent, a yoga teacher, an artist, and a true lover of nature in all of its manifestations. She leads tours for children and adults.
PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED
This program is best suited to elementary school children with accompanying adults; however, families and siblings of any age are welcome. Check in at the Visitor Center, where you’ll meet your guide. As with any walk on the Tyler trails, sturdy shoes are suggested. PLEASE NOTE: Strollers may not be ideal on some of our trails. If you plan to bring an infant or young child, we recommend a carrier. Weather or other factors may adjust the day’s topic, but nature will always shine through! In case of inclement weather, the tour will move indoors.
MEMBERS: FREE (Remember to sign into your member account before continuing for your discounts)
NON-MEMBERS: $18 per adult, $10 per child ages 3-17; children ages two and under are free and do not need to register. The non-member fee includes admission, so please feel free to stay for the day!
GUEST PASS HOLDERS: For non-members only. FREE. Please submit your guest pass to the Visitor Center at check-in, or if you are a guest accompanying a family level or higher member, please inform the Visitor Center Associate.
A registered adult must accompany any child ages 17 and under.
REGISTER HERE