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Tadpole Transformations

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

It’s that exciting time of the year again when our ponds fill to the brim with squirming tadpoles! Join Riverbend's Educators for this fascinating annual rite of spring that happens right here at Riverbend. Learn about the lifecycle of the amphibians that live at the Preserve and see the tadpoles in action. This fun event is open to individuals and to families with children of all ages. Guests will explore the preserve and visit activity stations to learn all about frogs. Depending on the weather and other natural factors, we may see a lot of tadpoles or none at all,

Free

Spring Bird Walk

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

In collaboration with Bird Town, PA, Riverbend invites you to our Spring Bird Walk.In collaboration with Bird Town, PA, Riverbend invites you to our Spring Bird Walk with birder and conservationist, Phil Witmer. Mr. Whitmer will lead participants on a leisurely walk around Riverbend's preserve to check out the many species of birds that call it their home.We are offering separate start times for adults and families.Adult Bird Walk: 8:00am - 9:30amFamily Bird Walk: 10:00am - 11:00amThe Adult Bird Walk is for participants ages 12 and over. Limit of 20 participants for the Adult Bird Walk. This is a free

Earth Day Stewardship Saturday Volunteer Opportunity

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

Join us with your family to help the Riverbend Preserve blossom!Volunteers are invited to help ready the preserve for the spring and summer seasons. This event is free and open to all.Spring is a wonderful time to plant trees and work on the preserve just before the warmth of summer! Planting trees and tending gardens at the preserve helps to combat climate change and helps to maintain our local water supply as the trees we plant keep runoff from heading to the Schuylkill River watershed.Registration is required as spaces are limited. Please bring your own water and work gloves to

Riverbend Barn Dance

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

Grab your partner and head over to Riverbend’s Spring BARN DANCE! Local musicians Box & String and a caller will be on hand to provide lively music and dancing instructions. Grab your cowboy boots and get ready to do-si-do the night away. Don’t miss an unforgettable night at Riverbend. This event is intended for adults seeking a fun night out! Refreshments including light snacks, beer, and soft drinks will be served.

$25

Princess and Frogs Tea Party

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

Princesses, Princes, and Frog Lovers of all ages are cordially invited to Riverbend’s Tea Party.Princesses, Princes, and Frog Lovers of all ages are cordially invited to Riverbend’s Tea Party.Dress your best and enjoy an afternoon that’s all about amphibians: stories, crafts, and an animal encounter with Riverbend’s Green Tree Frog ambassadors. Guests will enjoy light tea party fare and the event is hosted by a very special princess who loves frogs!Guests are encouraged to come dressed in their finest prince, princess or frog attire for a family-friendly magical afternoon in Riverbend’s Snider Barn. The gala is a caregiver and child event

Princess and Frogs Tea Party

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

Princesses, Princes, and Frog Lovers of all ages are cordially invited to Riverbend’s Tea Party. Dress your best and enjoy an afternoon that’s all about amphibians: stories, crafts, and an animal encounter with Riverbend’s Green Tree Frog ambassadors. Guests will enjoy light tea party fare and the event is hosted by a very special princess who loves frogs! Guests are encouraged to come dressed in their finest prince and princess attire for a family-friendly magical afternoon in Riverbend’s Barn. The gala is a caregiver and child event and all guests must have a ticket.

$35

Campfire Kitchen Cooking Workshop & Lunch

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

Presented in collaboration with Greener Partners.Whether you’re interested in cooking, healthy recipe ideas or going “green” in the kitchen, this workshop is for you!Join Riverbend in collaboration with Greener Partners for a hands-on workshop in Riverbend’s indoor and outdoor kitchens! Greener Partners combines food access with fun, healthy food, and farm education. All participants will get to take a spin on their famous blender bike as we prepare one of their morning recipes!This workshop is recommended for children ages 6 and up with the adults in their lives. All participants require a ticket.You can learn more about Greener Partners and

Seed to Supper Cooking Workshop with Greener Partners

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

Do you love cooking, trying tasty new recipes, or learning how to be eco-friendly in the kitchen? Then this workshop is just for you! Join Riverbend and our friends from Greener Partners for a super fun, kid-friendly hands-on morning in our indoor and outdoor kitchens! Together, we’ll whip up delicious, healthy food while learning cool things about where our food comes from. The best part? You’ll get to hop on their awesome blender bike to help make one of the recipes—pedaling your way to a yummy treat! This workshop is perfect for kids ages 8 and up to enjoy with

$20

MLK Day of Service

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

Join us with your family at Riverbend as a Martin Luther King Day of Service! Riverbend is hosting a Day of Service to encourage all Americans to volunteer to honor the life and legacy of Dr. King and improve their communities. This event is open to ALL ages! Please bring your own water and work gloves to the event. Volunteers will be working outdoors helping our Habitat Manager with invasive plant removal. This is a Riverbend PAY WHAT YOU WISH Event: The true cost to Riverbend to offer this educational event to the public is $35 per family. We recognize

Pay What You Wish

MLK Day of Service

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

Join us for a morning of service on Riverbend's preserve.Riverbend is hosting a Day of Service to encourage all Americans to volunteer to honor the life and legacy of Dr. King and improve their communities. This event is open to ALL ages! Registration is required as spaces are limited.Please bring your own water and work gloves to the event. Volunteers will be working outdoors helping our Habitat Manager with invasive plant removal.

Holiday Wreath-Making Workshop

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

Do you have invasive vines growing in your yard? Join Riverbend staff for the first event in our Sustainable Living Series to learn how to remove vines and turn them into something beautiful. We’ll begin the workshop outside with some easy-to-follow instructions on removing invasive vines like English Ivy and five-leaf akebia. Clippers and work gloves will be provided. Next we’ll move inside Riverbend’s barn to turn the vines into a decoration you can enjoy in your own home or gift to a loved one. Every participant will receive a wooden wreath frame and have access to tools and supplies

$40

Riverbend Barn Dance

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

Grab your partner and head over to Riverbend’s first-ever BARN DANCE! Lively musicians and a caller will be on hand to provide lively music and dancing instructions. Grab your cowboy boots and get ready to do-si-do the night away. Don’t miss an unforgettable night of fun at Riverbend. All ages and experience levels are welcome! Refreshments including light snacks, beer, and soft drinks will be served. Cost: $25 per person

$25

Adopt-a-Tree Tree Planting Event

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

Join us with your family to adopt and plant trees at Riverbend. Fall is a wonderful time to plant trees just before it turns colder in the winter months. Planting trees at the preserve helps to provide habitat to local wildlife, combat climate change and helps to maintain our local water supply as the trees we plant keep runoff from heading to the Schuylkill River watershed. Registration is required as spaces are limited. This event is open to all ages. Please bring your own water and work gloves to the event. This is a Riverbend PAY WHAT YOU WISH Event:

Pay What You Wish

Fall Bird Walk

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

In collaboration with Bird Town, PA, Riverbend invites you to our Fall Bird Walk. New for the Fall of 2024: We are offering separate start times for adults and families. Adult Bird Walk (12 and up) : 9:00am - 10:30am Family Bird Walk Led by Suzanne Safran: 10:30am - 11:30am Walk with birder and conservationist Phil Witmer or Riverbend Education Manager Suzanne Safran as they lead families on a leisurely walk around the preserve at Riverbend. Check out the many species of birds that call Riverbend their home! Phil Witmer is an avid birder and conservationist with over 30 years

Free

Shiverfest

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

Join us on the preserve Saturday, October 5th for a day of spooooook-tacular fun!Shiverfest is Riverbend’s largest community event packed with fun, fall activities for the whole family.Delicious food trucks by Burrito Feliz, Lil Trents Grille, and Owls Water Ice & TreatsPony ridesBubble ShowsProfessional Face PaintersPetting ZoosTree ClimbingFall arts and craftsTrick-or-treat trailInsect and circus showsHaunted trail (back and better than ever!)FREE Adult brewsLive MusicAnd much more!Join us for this frighteningly fun, family-friendly event!If you are currently a SNAP/EBT/ PA ACCESS cardholder or are experiencing financial hardship, please reach out to events@riverbendeec.org to inquire about reduced ticket prices.Would you like to

Event Series Riverbend Trailblazers Summer Camp!

Riverbend Trailblazers Summer Camp!

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

Trailblazers is an all new program for older campers ages 11-13 who are looking for a fun and enriching summer experience. During their week at Riverbend, the Trailblazers will practice collaboration, problem solving, and leadership through service projects centered around nature stewardship, environmental education, or animal care. This is a great program for campers of all personalities, experience levels, and backgrounds who are seeking a community of people to learn and engage with. Each week will involve about 15 hours of volunteer service and end in a field trip.

$625
Event Series Riverbend Trailblazers Summer Camp!

Riverbend Trailblazers Summer Camp!

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

Trailblazers is an all new program for older campers ages 11-13 who are looking for a fun and enriching summer experience. During their week at Riverbend, the Trailblazers will practice collaboration, problem solving, and leadership through service projects centered around nature stewardship, environmental education, or animal care. This is a great program for campers of all personalities, experience levels, and backgrounds who are seeking a community of people to learn and engage with. Each week will involve about 15 hours of volunteer service and end in a field trip.

$625
Event Series Riverbend Trailblazers Summer Camp!

Riverbend Trailblazers Summer Camp!

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

Trailblazers is an all new program for older campers ages 11-13 who are looking for a fun and enriching summer experience. During their week at Riverbend, the Trailblazers will practice collaboration, problem solving, and leadership through service projects centered around nature stewardship, environmental education, or animal care. This is a great program for campers of all personalities, experience levels, and backgrounds who are seeking a community of people to learn and engage with. Each week will involve about 15 hours of volunteer service and end in a field trip.

$625
Event Series Riverbend Trailblazers Summer Camp!

Riverbend Trailblazers Summer Camp!

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

Trailblazers is an all new program for older campers ages 11-13 who are looking for a fun and enriching summer experience. During their week at Riverbend, the Trailblazers will practice collaboration, problem solving, and leadership through service projects centered around nature stewardship, environmental education, or animal care. This is a great program for campers of all personalities, experience levels, and backgrounds who are seeking a community of people to learn and engage with. Each week will involve about 15 hours of volunteer service and end in a field trip.

$625
Event Series Riverbend Trailblazers Summer Camp!

Riverbend Trailblazers Summer Camp!

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

Trailblazers is an all new program for older campers ages 11-13 who are looking for a fun and enriching summer experience. During their week at Riverbend, the Trailblazers will practice collaboration, problem solving, and leadership through service projects centered around nature stewardship, environmental education, or animal care. This is a great program for campers of all personalities, experience levels, and backgrounds who are seeking a community of people to learn and engage with. Each week will involve about 15 hours of volunteer service and end in a field trip.

$625

S’mores & More 2024

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

Soak up the last of summer fun with Riverbend while enjoying the all-time favorite campfire treat.Join us at Riverbend for a fun summer evening with campfire and nature exploration. Gather around the campfire to roast marshmallows and soak up the last of summer!This is a Riverbend PAY WHAT YOU WISH Event.The true cost to Riverbend to offer this educational event to the public is $20 per person. We recognize that for some families, this is unaffordable. Therefore, we invite you to choose the price you wish to pay for this event. In doing so, you help make environmental education accessible

Event Series Riverbend Trailblazers Summer Camp!

Riverbend Trailblazers Summer Camp!

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

Trailblazers is an all new program for older campers ages 11-13 who are looking for a fun and enriching summer experience. During their week at Riverbend, the Trailblazers will practice collaboration, problem solving, and leadership through service projects centered around nature stewardship, environmental education, or animal care. This is a great program for campers of all personalities, experience levels, and backgrounds who are seeking a community of people to learn and engage with. Each week will involve about 15 hours of volunteer service and end in a field trip.

$625
Event Series Riverbend Trailblazers Summer Camp!

Riverbend Trailblazers Summer Camp!

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

Trailblazers is an all new program for older campers ages 11-13 who are looking for a fun and enriching summer experience. During their week at Riverbend, the Trailblazers will practice collaboration, problem solving, and leadership through service projects centered around nature stewardship, environmental education, or animal care. This is a great program for campers of all personalities, experience levels, and backgrounds who are seeking a community of people to learn and engage with. Each week will involve about 15 hours of volunteer service and end in a field trip.

$625
Event Series Riverbend Trailblazers Summer Camp!

Riverbend Trailblazers Summer Camp!

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

Trailblazers is an all new program for older campers ages 11-13 who are looking for a fun and enriching summer experience. During their week at Riverbend, the Trailblazers will practice collaboration, problem solving, and leadership through service projects centered around nature stewardship, environmental education, or animal care. This is a great program for campers of all personalities, experience levels, and backgrounds who are seeking a community of people to learn and engage with. Each week will involve about 15 hours of volunteer service and end in a field trip.

$625
Event Series Riverbend Trailblazers Summer Camp!

Riverbend Trailblazers Summer Camp!

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

Trailblazers is an all new program for older campers ages 11-13 who are looking for a fun and enriching summer experience. During their week at Riverbend, the Trailblazers will practice collaboration, problem solving, and leadership through service projects centered around nature stewardship, environmental education, or animal care. This is a great program for campers of all personalities, experience levels, and backgrounds who are seeking a community of people to learn and engage with. Each week will involve about 15 hours of volunteer service and end in a field trip.

$625
Event Series Riverbend Trailblazers Summer Camp!

Riverbend Trailblazers Summer Camp!

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

Trailblazers is an all new program for older campers ages 11-13 who are looking for a fun and enriching summer experience. During their week at Riverbend, the Trailblazers will practice collaboration, problem solving, and leadership through service projects centered around nature stewardship, environmental education, or animal care. This is a great program for campers of all personalities, experience levels, and backgrounds who are seeking a community of people to learn and engage with. Each week will involve about 15 hours of volunteer service and end in a field trip.

$625
Event Series Riverbend Trailblazers Summer Camp!

Riverbend Trailblazers Summer Camp!

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

Trailblazers is an all new program for older campers ages 11-13 who are looking for a fun and enriching summer experience. During their week at Riverbend, the Trailblazers will practice collaboration, problem solving, and leadership through service projects centered around nature stewardship, environmental education, or animal care. This is a great program for campers of all personalities, experience levels, and backgrounds who are seeking a community of people to learn and engage with. Each week will involve about 15 hours of volunteer service and end in a field trip.

$625
Event Series Riverbend Trailblazers Summer Camp!

Riverbend Trailblazers Summer Camp!

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

Trailblazers is an all new program for older campers ages 11-13 who are looking for a fun and enriching summer experience. During their week at Riverbend, the Trailblazers will practice collaboration, problem solving, and leadership through service projects centered around nature stewardship, environmental education, or animal care. This is a great program for campers of all personalities, experience levels, and backgrounds who are seeking a community of people to learn and engage with. Each week will involve about 15 hours of volunteer service and end in a field trip.

$625
Event Series Riverbend Trailblazers Summer Camp!

Riverbend Trailblazers Summer Camp!

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

Trailblazers is an all new program for older campers ages 11-13 who are looking for a fun and enriching summer experience. During their week at Riverbend, the Trailblazers will practice collaboration, problem solving, and leadership through service projects centered around nature stewardship, environmental education, or animal care. This is a great program for campers of all personalities, experience levels, and backgrounds who are seeking a community of people to learn and engage with. Each week will involve about 15 hours of volunteer service and end in a field trip.

$625
Event Series Riverbend Trailblazers Summer Camp!

Riverbend Trailblazers Summer Camp!

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

Trailblazers is an all new program for older campers ages 11-13 who are looking for a fun and enriching summer experience. During their week at Riverbend, the Trailblazers will practice collaboration, problem solving, and leadership through service projects centered around nature stewardship, environmental education, or animal care. This is a great program for campers of all personalities, experience levels, and backgrounds who are seeking a community of people to learn and engage with. Each week will involve about 15 hours of volunteer service and end in a field trip.

$625
Event Series Riverbend Trailblazers Summer Camp!

Riverbend Trailblazers Summer Camp!

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

Trailblazers is an all new program for older campers ages 11-13 who are looking for a fun and enriching summer experience. During their week at Riverbend, the Trailblazers will practice collaboration, problem solving, and leadership through service projects centered around nature stewardship, environmental education, or animal care. This is a great program for campers of all personalities, experience levels, and backgrounds who are seeking a community of people to learn and engage with. Each week will involve about 15 hours of volunteer service and end in a field trip.

$625
Event Series Riverbend Trailblazers Summer Camp!

Riverbend Trailblazers Summer Camp!

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

Trailblazers is an all new program for older campers ages 11-13 who are looking for a fun and enriching summer experience. During their week at Riverbend, the Trailblazers will practice collaboration, problem solving, and leadership through service projects centered around nature stewardship, environmental education, or animal care. This is a great program for campers of all personalities, experience levels, and backgrounds who are seeking a community of people to learn and engage with. Each week will involve about 15 hours of volunteer service and end in a field trip.

$625
Event Series Riverbend Trailblazers Summer Camp!

Riverbend Trailblazers Summer Camp!

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

Trailblazers is an all new program for older campers ages 11-13 who are looking for a fun and enriching summer experience. During their week at Riverbend, the Trailblazers will practice collaboration, problem solving, and leadership through service projects centered around nature stewardship, environmental education, or animal care. This is a great program for campers of all personalities, experience levels, and backgrounds who are seeking a community of people to learn and engage with. Each week will involve about 15 hours of volunteer service and end in a field trip.

$625
Event Series Riverbend Trailblazers Summer Camp!

Riverbend Trailblazers Summer Camp!

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

Trailblazers is an all new program for older campers ages 11-13 who are looking for a fun and enriching summer experience. During their week at Riverbend, the Trailblazers will practice collaboration, problem solving, and leadership through service projects centered around nature stewardship, environmental education, or animal care. This is a great program for campers of all personalities, experience levels, and backgrounds who are seeking a community of people to learn and engage with. Each week will involve about 15 hours of volunteer service and end in a field trip.

$625
Event Series Riverbend Trailblazers Summer Camp!

Riverbend Trailblazers Summer Camp!

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

Trailblazers is an all new program for older campers ages 11-13 who are looking for a fun and enriching summer experience. During their week at Riverbend, the Trailblazers will practice collaboration, problem solving, and leadership through service projects centered around nature stewardship, environmental education, or animal care. This is a great program for campers of all personalities, experience levels, and backgrounds who are seeking a community of people to learn and engage with. Each week will involve about 15 hours of volunteer service and end in a field trip.

$625
Event Series Riverbend Trailblazers Summer Camp!

Riverbend Trailblazers Summer Camp!

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

Trailblazers is an all new program for older campers ages 11-13 who are looking for a fun and enriching summer experience. During their week at Riverbend, the Trailblazers will practice collaboration, problem solving, and leadership through service projects centered around nature stewardship, environmental education, or animal care. This is a great program for campers of all personalities, experience levels, and backgrounds who are seeking a community of people to learn and engage with. Each week will involve about 15 hours of volunteer service and end in a field trip.

$625
Event Series Riverbend Trailblazers Summer Camp!

Riverbend Trailblazers Summer Camp!

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

Trailblazers is an all new program for older campers ages 11-13 who are looking for a fun and enriching summer experience. During their week at Riverbend, the Trailblazers will practice collaboration, problem solving, and leadership through service projects centered around nature stewardship, environmental education, or animal care. This is a great program for campers of all personalities, experience levels, and backgrounds who are seeking a community of people to learn and engage with. Each week will involve about 15 hours of volunteer service and end in a field trip.

$625
Event Series Riverbend Trailblazers Summer Camp!

Riverbend Trailblazers Summer Camp!

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

Trailblazers is an all new program for older campers ages 11-13 who are looking for a fun and enriching summer experience. During their week at Riverbend, the Trailblazers will practice collaboration, problem solving, and leadership through service projects centered around nature stewardship, environmental education, or animal care. This is a great program for campers of all personalities, experience levels, and backgrounds who are seeking a community of people to learn and engage with. Each week will involve about 15 hours of volunteer service and end in a field trip.

$625

Event Series Riverbend Trailblazers Summer Camp!

Riverbend Trailblazers Summer Camp!

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

Trailblazers is an all new program for older campers ages 11-13 who are looking for a fun and enriching summer experience. During their week at Riverbend, the Trailblazers will practice collaboration, problem solving, and leadership through service projects centered around nature stewardship, environmental education, or animal care. This is a great program for campers of all personalities, experience levels, and backgrounds who are seeking a community of people to learn and engage with. Each week will involve about 15 hours of volunteer service and end in a field trip.

$625
Event Series Riverbend Trailblazers Summer Camp!

Riverbend Trailblazers Summer Camp!

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

Trailblazers is an all new program for older campers ages 11-13 who are looking for a fun and enriching summer experience. During their week at Riverbend, the Trailblazers will practice collaboration, problem solving, and leadership through service projects centered around nature stewardship, environmental education, or animal care. This is a great program for campers of all personalities, experience levels, and backgrounds who are seeking a community of people to learn and engage with. Each week will involve about 15 hours of volunteer service and end in a field trip.

$625
Event Series Riverbend Trailblazers Summer Camp!

Riverbend Trailblazers Summer Camp!

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

Trailblazers is an all new program for older campers ages 11-13 who are looking for a fun and enriching summer experience. During their week at Riverbend, the Trailblazers will practice collaboration, problem solving, and leadership through service projects centered around nature stewardship, environmental education, or animal care. This is a great program for campers of all personalities, experience levels, and backgrounds who are seeking a community of people to learn and engage with. Each week will involve about 15 hours of volunteer service and end in a field trip.

$625
Event Series Riverbend Trailblazers Summer Camp!

Riverbend Trailblazers Summer Camp!

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

Trailblazers is an all new program for older campers ages 11-13 who are looking for a fun and enriching summer experience. During their week at Riverbend, the Trailblazers will practice collaboration, problem solving, and leadership through service projects centered around nature stewardship, environmental education, or animal care. This is a great program for campers of all personalities, experience levels, and backgrounds who are seeking a community of people to learn and engage with. Each week will involve about 15 hours of volunteer service and end in a field trip.

$625
Event Series Riverbend Trailblazers Summer Camp!

Riverbend Trailblazers Summer Camp!

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

Trailblazers is an all new program for older campers ages 11-13 who are looking for a fun and enriching summer experience. During their week at Riverbend, the Trailblazers will practice collaboration, problem solving, and leadership through service projects centered around nature stewardship, environmental education, or animal care. This is a great program for campers of all personalities, experience levels, and backgrounds who are seeking a community of people to learn and engage with. Each week will involve about 15 hours of volunteer service and end in a field trip.

$625
Event Series Riverbend Trailblazers Summer Camp!

Riverbend Trailblazers Summer Camp!

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

Trailblazers is an all new program for older campers ages 11-13 who are looking for a fun and enriching summer experience. During their week at Riverbend, the Trailblazers will practice collaboration, problem solving, and leadership through service projects centered around nature stewardship, environmental education, or animal care. This is a great program for campers of all personalities, experience levels, and backgrounds who are seeking a community of people to learn and engage with. Each week will involve about 15 hours of volunteer service and end in a field trip.

$625
Event Series Riverbend Trailblazers Summer Camp!

Riverbend Trailblazers Summer Camp!

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

Trailblazers is an all new program for older campers ages 11-13 who are looking for a fun and enriching summer experience. During their week at Riverbend, the Trailblazers will practice collaboration, problem solving, and leadership through service projects centered around nature stewardship, environmental education, or animal care. This is a great program for campers of all personalities, experience levels, and backgrounds who are seeking a community of people to learn and engage with. Each week will involve about 15 hours of volunteer service and end in a field trip.

$625
Event Series Riverbend Trailblazers Summer Camp!

Riverbend Trailblazers Summer Camp!

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

Trailblazers is an all new program for older campers ages 11-13 who are looking for a fun and enriching summer experience. During their week at Riverbend, the Trailblazers will practice collaboration, problem solving, and leadership through service projects centered around nature stewardship, environmental education, or animal care. This is a great program for campers of all personalities, experience levels, and backgrounds who are seeking a community of people to learn and engage with. Each week will involve about 15 hours of volunteer service and end in a field trip.

$625
Event Series Riverbend Trailblazers Summer Camp!

Riverbend Trailblazers Summer Camp!

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

Trailblazers is an all new program for older campers ages 11-13 who are looking for a fun and enriching summer experience. During their week at Riverbend, the Trailblazers will practice collaboration, problem solving, and leadership through service projects centered around nature stewardship, environmental education, or animal care. This is a great program for campers of all personalities, experience levels, and backgrounds who are seeking a community of people to learn and engage with. Each week will involve about 15 hours of volunteer service and end in a field trip.

$625
Event Series Riverbend Trailblazers Summer Camp!

Riverbend Trailblazers Summer Camp!

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

Trailblazers is an all new program for older campers ages 11-13 who are looking for a fun and enriching summer experience. During their week at Riverbend, the Trailblazers will practice collaboration, problem solving, and leadership through service projects centered around nature stewardship, environmental education, or animal care. This is a great program for campers of all personalities, experience levels, and backgrounds who are seeking a community of people to learn and engage with. Each week will involve about 15 hours of volunteer service and end in a field trip.

$625
Event Series Riverbend Trailblazers Summer Camp!

Riverbend Trailblazers Summer Camp!

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

Trailblazers is an all new program for older campers ages 11-13 who are looking for a fun and enriching summer experience. During their week at Riverbend, the Trailblazers will practice collaboration, problem solving, and leadership through service projects centered around nature stewardship, environmental education, or animal care. This is a great program for campers of all personalities, experience levels, and backgrounds who are seeking a community of people to learn and engage with. Each week will involve about 15 hours of volunteer service and end in a field trip.

$625
Event Series Riverbend Trailblazers Summer Camp!

Riverbend Trailblazers Summer Camp!

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

Trailblazers is an all new program for older campers ages 11-13 who are looking for a fun and enriching summer experience. During their week at Riverbend, the Trailblazers will practice collaboration, problem solving, and leadership through service projects centered around nature stewardship, environmental education, or animal care. This is a great program for campers of all personalities, experience levels, and backgrounds who are seeking a community of people to learn and engage with. Each week will involve about 15 hours of volunteer service and end in a field trip.

$625
Event Series Riverbend Trailblazers Summer Camp!

Riverbend Trailblazers Summer Camp!

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

Trailblazers is an all new program for older campers ages 11-13 who are looking for a fun and enriching summer experience. During their week at Riverbend, the Trailblazers will practice collaboration, problem solving, and leadership through service projects centered around nature stewardship, environmental education, or animal care. This is a great program for campers of all personalities, experience levels, and backgrounds who are seeking a community of people to learn and engage with. Each week will involve about 15 hours of volunteer service and end in a field trip.

$625
Event Series Riverbend Trailblazers Summer Camp!

Riverbend Trailblazers Summer Camp!

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

Trailblazers is an all new program for older campers ages 11-13 who are looking for a fun and enriching summer experience. During their week at Riverbend, the Trailblazers will practice collaboration, problem solving, and leadership through service projects centered around nature stewardship, environmental education, or animal care. This is a great program for campers of all personalities, experience levels, and backgrounds who are seeking a community of people to learn and engage with. Each week will involve about 15 hours of volunteer service and end in a field trip.

$625
Event Series Riverbend Trailblazers Summer Camp!

Riverbend Trailblazers Summer Camp!

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

Trailblazers is an all new program for older campers ages 11-13 who are looking for a fun and enriching summer experience. During their week at Riverbend, the Trailblazers will practice collaboration, problem solving, and leadership through service projects centered around nature stewardship, environmental education, or animal care. This is a great program for campers of all personalities, experience levels, and backgrounds who are seeking a community of people to learn and engage with. Each week will involve about 15 hours of volunteer service and end in a field trip.

$625
Event Series Riverbend Trailblazers Summer Camp!

Riverbend Trailblazers Summer Camp!

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

Trailblazers is an all new program for older campers ages 11-13 who are looking for a fun and enriching summer experience. During their week at Riverbend, the Trailblazers will practice collaboration, problem solving, and leadership through service projects centered around nature stewardship, environmental education, or animal care. This is a great program for campers of all personalities, experience levels, and backgrounds who are seeking a community of people to learn and engage with. Each week will involve about 15 hours of volunteer service and end in a field trip.

$625

Riverbend Trailblazers Summer Camp!

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

Trailblazers is an all new program for older campers ages 11-13 who are looking for a fun and enriching summer experience. During their week at Riverbend, the Trailblazers will practice collaboration, problem solving, and leadership through service projects centered around nature stewardship, environmental education, or animal care. This is a great program for campers of all personalities, experience levels, and backgrounds who are seeking a community of people to learn and engage with. Each week will involve about 15 hours of volunteer service and end in a field trip.

$625

Riverbend Trailblazers Summer Camp!

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

Trailblazers is an all new program for older campers ages 11-13 who are looking for a fun and enriching summer experience. During their week at Riverbend, the Trailblazers will practice collaboration, problem solving, and leadership through service projects centered around nature stewardship, environmental education, or animal care. This is a great program for campers of all personalities, experience levels, and backgrounds who are seeking a community of people to learn and engage with. Each week will involve about 15 hours of volunteer service and end in a field trip.

$625

Riverbend Trailblazers Summer Camp!

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

Trailblazers is an all new program for older campers ages 11-13 who are looking for a fun and enriching summer experience. During their week at Riverbend, the Trailblazers will practice collaboration, problem solving, and leadership through service projects centered around nature stewardship, environmental education, or animal care. This is a great program for campers of all personalities, experience levels, and backgrounds who are seeking a community of people to learn and engage with. Each week will involve about 15 hours of volunteer service and end in a field trip.

$625

Riverbend Trailblazers Summer Camp!

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

Trailblazers is an all new program for older campers ages 11-13 who are looking for a fun and enriching summer experience. During their week at Riverbend, the Trailblazers will practice collaboration, problem solving, and leadership through service projects centered around nature stewardship, environmental education, or animal care. This is a great program for campers of all personalities, experience levels, and backgrounds who are seeking a community of people to learn and engage with. Each week will involve about 15 hours of volunteer service and end in a field trip.

$625

Riverbend Trailblazers Summer Camp!

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

Trailblazers is an all new program for older campers ages 11-13 who are looking for a fun and enriching summer experience. During their week at Riverbend, the Trailblazers will practice collaboration, problem solving, and leadership through service projects centered around nature stewardship, environmental education, or animal care. This is a great program for campers of all personalities, experience levels, and backgrounds who are seeking a community of people to learn and engage with. Each week will involve about 15 hours of volunteer service and end in a field trip.

$625

Event Series Riverbend Trailblazers Summer Camp!

Riverbend Trailblazers Summer Camp!

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

Trailblazers is an all new program for older campers ages 11-13 who are looking for a fun and enriching summer experience. During their week at Riverbend, the Trailblazers will practice collaboration, problem solving, and leadership through service projects centered around nature stewardship, environmental education, or animal care. This is a great program for campers of all personalities, experience levels, and backgrounds who are seeking a community of people to learn and engage with. Each week will involve about 15 hours of volunteer service and end in a field trip.

$625
Event Series Riverbend Trailblazers Summer Camp!

Riverbend Trailblazers Summer Camp!

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

Trailblazers is an all new program for older campers ages 11-13 who are looking for a fun and enriching summer experience. During their week at Riverbend, the Trailblazers will practice collaboration, problem solving, and leadership through service projects centered around nature stewardship, environmental education, or animal care. This is a great program for campers of all personalities, experience levels, and backgrounds who are seeking a community of people to learn and engage with. Each week will involve about 15 hours of volunteer service and end in a field trip.

$625
Event Series Riverbend Trailblazers Summer Camp!

Riverbend Trailblazers Summer Camp!

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

Trailblazers is an all new program for older campers ages 11-13 who are looking for a fun and enriching summer experience. During their week at Riverbend, the Trailblazers will practice collaboration, problem solving, and leadership through service projects centered around nature stewardship, environmental education, or animal care. This is a great program for campers of all personalities, experience levels, and backgrounds who are seeking a community of people to learn and engage with. Each week will involve about 15 hours of volunteer service and end in a field trip.

$625
Event Series Riverbend Trailblazers Summer Camp!

Riverbend Trailblazers Summer Camp!

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

Trailblazers is an all new program for older campers ages 11-13 who are looking for a fun and enriching summer experience. During their week at Riverbend, the Trailblazers will practice collaboration, problem solving, and leadership through service projects centered around nature stewardship, environmental education, or animal care. This is a great program for campers of all personalities, experience levels, and backgrounds who are seeking a community of people to learn and engage with. Each week will involve about 15 hours of volunteer service and end in a field trip.

$625
Event Series Riverbend Trailblazers Summer Camp!

Riverbend Trailblazers Summer Camp!

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

Trailblazers is an all new program for older campers ages 11-13 who are looking for a fun and enriching summer experience. During their week at Riverbend, the Trailblazers will practice collaboration, problem solving, and leadership through service projects centered around nature stewardship, environmental education, or animal care. This is a great program for campers of all personalities, experience levels, and backgrounds who are seeking a community of people to learn and engage with. Each week will involve about 15 hours of volunteer service and end in a field trip.

$625
Event Series Riverbend Trailblazers Summer Camp!

Riverbend Trailblazers Summer Camp!

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

Trailblazers is an all new program for older campers ages 11-13 who are looking for a fun and enriching summer experience. During their week at Riverbend, the Trailblazers will practice collaboration, problem solving, and leadership through service projects centered around nature stewardship, environmental education, or animal care. This is a great program for campers of all personalities, experience levels, and backgrounds who are seeking a community of people to learn and engage with. Each week will involve about 15 hours of volunteer service and end in a field trip.

$625

Summer Solstice

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

Celebrate the longest day of the year and the kickoff to summer! Did you know that on summer solstice the sun makes its longest journey across the sky making it the longest day of the year? This day has been celebrated by many cultures throughout history and marks the beginning of summer! Join us on Riverbend’s preserve for summer fun! We’ll have a wine garden for the adults, activities for the kids, fresh Philly pretzels, delicious water ice, a blazing bonfire with s’mores, and live music! Groups are welcome to bring a blanket or lawn chair and pack their own

$35
Event Series Riverbend Trailblazers Summer Camp!

Riverbend Trailblazers Summer Camp!

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

Trailblazers is an all new program for older campers ages 11-13 who are looking for a fun and enriching summer experience. During their week at Riverbend, the Trailblazers will practice collaboration, problem solving, and leadership through service projects centered around nature stewardship, environmental education, or animal care. This is a great program for campers of all personalities, experience levels, and backgrounds who are seeking a community of people to learn and engage with. Each week will involve about 15 hours of volunteer service and end in a field trip.

$625
Event Series Riverbend Trailblazers Summer Camp!

Riverbend Trailblazers Summer Camp!

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

Trailblazers is an all new program for older campers ages 11-13 who are looking for a fun and enriching summer experience. During their week at Riverbend, the Trailblazers will practice collaboration, problem solving, and leadership through service projects centered around nature stewardship, environmental education, or animal care. This is a great program for campers of all personalities, experience levels, and backgrounds who are seeking a community of people to learn and engage with. Each week will involve about 15 hours of volunteer service and end in a field trip.

$625
Event Series Riverbend Trailblazers Summer Camp!

Riverbend Trailblazers Summer Camp!

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

Trailblazers is an all new program for older campers ages 11-13 who are looking for a fun and enriching summer experience. During their week at Riverbend, the Trailblazers will practice collaboration, problem solving, and leadership through service projects centered around nature stewardship, environmental education, or animal care. This is a great program for campers of all personalities, experience levels, and backgrounds who are seeking a community of people to learn and engage with. Each week will involve about 15 hours of volunteer service and end in a field trip.

$625
Event Series Riverbend Trailblazers Summer Camp!

Riverbend Trailblazers Summer Camp!

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

Trailblazers is an all new program for older campers ages 11-13 who are looking for a fun and enriching summer experience. During their week at Riverbend, the Trailblazers will practice collaboration, problem solving, and leadership through service projects centered around nature stewardship, environmental education, or animal care. This is a great program for campers of all personalities, experience levels, and backgrounds who are seeking a community of people to learn and engage with. Each week will involve about 15 hours of volunteer service and end in a field trip.

$625
Event Series Homeschool at Riverbend

Homeschool at Riverbend

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

During our hour-and-a-half program each month, trained Riverbend Educators will lead students through outdoor explorations, science experiments, and student-driven and inquiry-based crafts. Our programs align with NGSS standards and enhance student learning at home.

$20 – $25

Bethesda Project Party & Auction

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

Bethesda Project, a local non-profit dedicated to providing emergency shelter, housing, and supportive services for individuals experiencing homelessness in Philadelphia, is hosting its 27th Annual Party & Auction on Friday, May 31, 2024, at the iconic Reading Terminal Market from 7:00 to 10:00 PM. The Party & Auction is the organization’s major fundraising event, raising money and awareness for the life-changing programs and services they provide for thousands of Philadelphians experiencing homelessness. The event features iconic food from Reading Terminal Market vendors, silent auction, and 50/50 raffle. All proceeds allow Bethesda Project to continue their work and achieve their mission

$35

Friends in the Forest: An After School Nature Club

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

If you have a kindergarten through 3rd grader looking to spend time in nature with friends, join Riverbend educators on Tuesday afternoons for after school outdoor enrichment. Participants will explore the many habitats on the preserve, meet our animal ambassadors, and connect with nature through a variety of activities including games, stories, and crafts.

$180

Friends in the Forest: An After School Nature Club

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

If you have a kindergarten through 3rd grader looking to spend time in nature with friends, join Riverbend educators on Tuesday afternoons for after school outdoor enrichment. Participants will explore the many habitats on the preserve, meet our animal ambassadors, and connect with nature through a variety of activities including games, stories, and crafts.

$180

Friends in the Forest: An After School Nature Club

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

If you have a kindergarten through 3rd grader looking to spend time in nature with friends, join Riverbend educators on Tuesday afternoons for after school outdoor enrichment. Participants will explore the many habitats on the preserve, meet our animal ambassadors, and connect with nature through a variety of activities including games, stories, and crafts.

$180
Event Series Homeschool at Riverbend

Homeschool at Riverbend

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

During our hour-and-a-half program each month, trained Riverbend Educators will lead students through outdoor explorations, science experiments, and student-driven and inquiry-based crafts. Our programs align with NGSS standards and enhance student learning at home.

$20 – $25

Friends in the Forest: An After School Nature Club

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

If you have a kindergarten through 3rd grader looking to spend time in nature with friends, join Riverbend educators on Tuesday afternoons for after school outdoor enrichment. Participants will explore the many habitats on the preserve, meet our animal ambassadors, and connect with nature through a variety of activities including games, stories, and crafts.

$180

Tadpole Transformations 2024

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

It’s that exciting time of the year again when our ponds fill to the brim with squirming tadpoles!Join Riverbend's Educators for this annual rite of spring that happens right  here at Riverbend. Learn about the lifecycle of the amphibians that live at the preserve and see the tadpoles in action. This fun event is open to individuals and to families with children of all ages.Guests will explore the preserve and visit activity stations to learn all about frogs.  Depending on the weather and other natural factors, we may see a lot of tadpoles or none at all, but there will

Friends in the Forest: An After School Nature Club

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

If you have a kindergarten through 3rd grader looking to spend time in nature with friends, join Riverbend educators on Tuesday afternoons for after school outdoor enrichment. Participants will explore the many habitats on the preserve, meet our animal ambassadors, and connect with nature through a variety of activities including games, stories, and crafts.

$180

Riverbend’s Spring Bird Walk

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

Riverbend in collaboration with Bird Town, PA invite you to walk with birder and conservationist, Phil Witmer as he leads families on a leisurely walk around the preserve at Riverbend. Check out the many species of birds that call Riverbend their home and learn why their important to our preserve!

Spring Adopt-a-Tree Treeplanting!

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

Join us with your family and friends to adopt and plant trees at Riverbend. Spring is a wonderful time to plant trees, just as the preserve is coming back to life. Planting trees helps combat climate change and maintain our local water supply, as trees keep excess stormwater runoff from heading to the Schuylkill River watershed. Spend the morning with us at Riverbend enjoying: -Planting trees and learning about the trees that call Riverbend home -Playing tree-tastic games -Filling out an adoption certificate for the tree you planted -And participating in the Philadelphia City Nature Challenge BioBlitz! Registration is required,

Free – $35

Friends in the Forest: An After School Nature Club

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

If you have a kindergarten through 3rd grader looking to spend time in nature with friends, join Riverbend educators on Tuesday afternoons for after school outdoor enrichment. Participants will explore the many habitats on the preserve, meet our animal ambassadors, and connect with nature through a variety of activities including games, stories, and crafts.

$180

Ants on a Log Family Concert

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

Riverbend is proud to present our "Ants on a Log" family concert featuring the Philadelphia-based band Ants on a Log. Ants on a Log plays music for children and other childlike people. Their award-winning music centers on positivity, social justice, and silliness and has been featured widely in national media, serving as a soundtrack for social justice education and progressive parenting. Full of humor and harmony, Ants shows are energetic, interactive, and engaging for both children and adults. The family concert will occur on Riverbend’s preserve in our Outdoor Classroom space. Tickets are limited due to seating capacity so get

$35
Event Series Budding Naturalists Spring Session!

Budding Naturalists Spring Session!

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

Join Riverbend educators for a preschool-friendly nature-based program that includes a story, craft, nature activity, and a “hike” around our preserve. Every week we’ll gather in Riverbend’s Snider Barn to begin the fun! This program is one hour each week and is designed for children ages 2-5. A caregiver must accompany each child. Siblings under 2 are welcome at no additional charge. The cost is $120 per child for a six-week session. Enrollment is capped at 12 participants. The final meeting of every session will include a campfire and s’mores. The Spring Session 2024 will be offered on Wednesday Mornings:

$120

Friends in the Forest: An After School Nature Club

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

If you have a kindergarten through 3rd grader looking to spend time in nature with friends, join Riverbend educators on Tuesday afternoons for after school outdoor enrichment. Participants will explore the many habitats on the preserve, meet our animal ambassadors, and connect with nature through a variety of activities including games, stories, and crafts.

$180
Event Series Homeschool at Riverbend

Homeschool at Riverbend

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

During our hour-and-a-half program each month, trained Riverbend Educators will lead students through outdoor explorations, science experiments, and student-driven and inquiry-based crafts. Our programs align with NGSS standards and enhance student learning at home.

$20 – $25
Event Series Budding Naturalists Spring Session!

Budding Naturalists Spring Session!

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

Join Riverbend educators for a preschool-friendly nature-based program that includes a story, craft, nature activity, and a “hike” around our preserve. Every week we’ll gather in Riverbend’s Snider Barn to begin the fun! This program is one hour each week and is designed for children ages 2-5. A caregiver must accompany each child. Siblings under 2 are welcome at no additional charge. The cost is $120 per child for a six-week session. Enrollment is capped at 12 participants. The final meeting of every session will include a campfire and s’mores. The Spring Session 2024 will be offered on Wednesday Mornings:

$120

Friends in the Forest: An After School Nature Club

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

If you have a kindergarten through 3rd grader looking to spend time in nature with friends, join Riverbend educators on Tuesday afternoons for after school outdoor enrichment. Participants will explore the many habitats on the preserve, meet our animal ambassadors, and connect with nature through a variety of activities including games, stories, and crafts.

$180

A Climate Conversation for Families: Go from Overwhelmed to Taking Action

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

Riverbend and the MLCPRI want to help families have conversations about climate change and take action together.Do you feel overwhelmed by the news about climate change? Do you talk to your kids about how they feel about it? Riverbend and the Main Line Carbon Pollution Reduction Initiatve (MLCPRI) want to help families have these conversations and take action together. Join us in Riverbend’s Snider Barn where you and your family will find a safe space to tackle these tough issues together. We’ll help you frame the discussion and provide every family with actions they can take right now to help

Event Series Budding Naturalists Spring Session!

Budding Naturalists Spring Session!

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

Join Riverbend educators for a preschool-friendly nature-based program that includes a story, craft, nature activity, and a “hike” around our preserve. Every week we’ll gather in Riverbend’s Snider Barn to begin the fun! This program is one hour each week and is designed for children ages 2-5. A caregiver must accompany each child. Siblings under 2 are welcome at no additional charge. The cost is $120 per child for a six-week session. Enrollment is capped at 12 participants. The final meeting of every session will include a campfire and s’mores. The Spring Session 2024 will be offered on Wednesday Mornings:

$120

Friends in the Forest: An After School Nature Club

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

If you have a kindergarten through 3rd grader looking to spend time in nature with friends, join Riverbend educators on Tuesday afternoons for after school outdoor enrichment. Participants will explore the many habitats on the preserve, meet our animal ambassadors, and connect with nature through a variety of activities including games, stories, and crafts.

$180

Friends in the Forest: An After School Nature Club

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

If you have a kindergarten through 3rd grader looking to spend time in nature with friends, join Riverbend educators on Tuesday afternoons for after school outdoor enrichment. Participants will explore the many habitats on the preserve, meet our animal ambassadors, and connect with nature through a variety of activities including games, stories, and crafts.

$180

A Climate Conversation for Families: How to Go from Overwhelmed to Taking Action Together

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

Do you feel overwhelmed by the news about climate change? Do you talk to your kids about how they feel about it? Riverbend and the MLCPRI want to help families have these conversations and take action together. Join us in Riverbend’s Snider Barn where you and your family will find a safe space to tackle these tough issues together. We’ll help you frame the discussion and provide every family with actions they can take right now to help address climate change. This workshop will be facilitated by a climate change campaign organizer and ordained pastor, Courtney Wilcox. Sandwiches and soft

$10
Event Series Budding Naturalists Spring Session!

Budding Naturalists Spring Session!

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

Join Riverbend educators for a preschool-friendly nature-based program that includes a story, craft, nature activity, and a “hike” around our preserve. Every week we’ll gather in Riverbend’s Snider Barn to begin the fun! This program is one hour each week and is designed for children ages 2-5. A caregiver must accompany each child. Siblings under 2 are welcome at no additional charge. The cost is $120 per child for a six-week session. Enrollment is capped at 12 participants. The final meeting of every session will include a campfire and s’mores. The Spring Session 2024 will be offered on Wednesday Mornings:

$120

Pizzas, Pints, and Plug-ins: An Electric Evening of EV Learning

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

Join the Main Line Carbon Pollution Reduction Initiative (MLCPRI) at Riverbend’s Snider Barn to educate yourself on the pros and cons of switching to an electric vehicle (EV). This volunteer-led workshop and panel discussion will provide you with helpful tips on shopping for an EV, finding and using incentives, and will feature Lower Merion residents who have already made the switch to an EV. Enjoy a pint and a slice while you learn from your neighbors and engage in helpful conversations. Pre-registration is required. Please visit Riverbend’s website for more information and to register. Pizza, beer and wine will be

$10
Event Series Homeschool at Riverbend

Homeschool at Riverbend

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

During our hour-and-a-half program each month, trained Riverbend Educators will lead students through outdoor explorations, science experiments, and student-driven and inquiry-based crafts. Our programs align with NGSS standards and enhance student learning at home.

$20 – $25
Event Series Budding Naturalists Spring Session!

Budding Naturalists Spring Session!

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

Join Riverbend educators for a preschool-friendly nature-based program that includes a story, craft, nature activity, and a “hike” around our preserve. Every week we’ll gather in Riverbend’s Snider Barn to begin the fun! This program is one hour each week and is designed for children ages 2-5. A caregiver must accompany each child. Siblings under 2 are welcome at no additional charge. The cost is $120 per child for a six-week session. Enrollment is capped at 12 participants. The final meeting of every session will include a campfire and s’mores. The Spring Session 2024 will be offered on Wednesday Mornings:

$120
Event Series Budding Naturalists Spring Session!

Budding Naturalists Spring Session!

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

Join Riverbend educators for a preschool-friendly nature-based program that includes a story, craft, nature activity, and a “hike” around our preserve. Every week we’ll gather in Riverbend’s Snider Barn to begin the fun! This program is one hour each week and is designed for children ages 2-5. A caregiver must accompany each child. Siblings under 2 are welcome at no additional charge. The cost is $120 per child for a six-week session. Enrollment is capped at 12 participants. The final meeting of every session will include a campfire and s’mores. The Spring Session 2024 will be offered on Wednesday Mornings:

$120

Event Series Homeschool at Riverbend

Homeschool at Riverbend

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

During our hour-and-a-half program each month, trained Riverbend Educators will lead students through outdoor explorations, science experiments, and student-driven and inquiry-based crafts. Our programs align with NGSS standards and enhance student learning at home.

$20 – $25

The Secret Life of the Red Fox Book Reading and Art Workshop

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

Join us in welcoming children’s book illustrator, Kate Garchinsky, to Riverbend to share her book "The Secret Life of the Red Fox."Riverbend is excited to host local illustrator Kate Garchinsky for a reading of "The Secret Life of the Red Fox" followed by an art workshop. This fun, educational story is perfect for a winter's day. The story begins on a snowy February afternoon and follows the mother fox’s life cycle as the seasons change around her. Following the book reading, Kate will lead participants through an art project.This event is intended for children ages 6-12. A parent or guardian

Budding Naturalists – Winter 2024

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

We believe that joy comes from time spent outdoors. Budding Naturalists aims to foster a connection with nature for our youngest learners.Join Riverbend educators every Wednesday for a fun, preschool-friendly, nature-based program that includes a story, craft, nature activity, and a “hike” around our preserve. Every week we’ll gather in Riverbend’s Snider Barn to begin the fun. Program Details: This program is designed for children ages 2-5. A caregiver must accompany each child. Siblings under 2 are welcome at no additional charge. The Winter 2024 session will run Wednesday mornings from 10:30am to 11:30am beginning on January 17th. The final

For The Love Of Bluebirds

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

Join us for a natural gathering called For The Love Of Bluebirds, where we celebrate these beautiful creatures with hiking & more!Join us at the Riverbend Environmental Education Center for an event that celebrates our love for bluebirds! If you're a fan of these beautiful creatures, this is the event for you. Come and learn all about bluebirds, their habitats, and how you can help protect them. This in-person event will be filled with exciting activities, informative talks, and the chance to meet fellow bluebird enthusiasts.Bluebird numbers were once in decline, but thanks to the efforts of conservation-minded individuals and

Event Series Homeschool at Riverbend

Homeschool at Riverbend

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

During our hour-and-a-half program each month, trained Riverbend Educators will lead students through outdoor explorations, science experiments, and student-driven and inquiry-based crafts. Our programs align with NGSS standards and enhance student learning at home.

$20 – $25

Secrets of the Solstice: A Winter’s Walk

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

Join us for a Winter Solstice walk that celebrates the season and its many natural symbols. Led by local Naturalist Mike Weilbacher.In December, natural symbols celebrating the holidays abound: evergreens, hollies, mistletoe, even branching menorahs and the first fruits of Kwanzaa. What exactly happens at the solstice? And what is the strange and wonderful history of these– and other– symbols? On a guided walk around Riverbend's preserve, Mike Weilbacher, shares the science, legends, and traditions of the season from around the world and across time, from the famous Stonehenge to less-known Native American woodhenges. And at long last, you’ll finally