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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.
Take your homeschooling experience to the outdoors with Riverbend Environmental Education Center.Visit Riverbend’s 30 acres to explore animal adaptations, ecosystems, life cycles, and more using hands-on science skills. 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.Time: Every Wednesday, 2:00 pm -3:30 pmAge: 5-10Cost: $25/person/program, $20/sibling/programMax: 20 participants Minimum: 10 participants for the program to runLesson Overview:Nov 8 - Tour The Aquaponics GreenhouseLearn how Riverbend is using fish waste to grow food, then do some scientific
Take your homeschooling experience to the outdoors with Riverbend Environmental Education Center.Visit Riverbend’s 30 acres to explore animal adaptations, ecosystems, life cycles, and more using hands-on science skills. 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.Time: Every Wednesday, 2:00 pm -3:30 pmAge: 5-10Cost: $25/person/program, $20/sibling/programMax: 20 participants Minimum: 10 participants for the program to runLesson Overview:Nov 8 - Tour The Aquaponics GreenhouseLearn how Riverbend is using fish waste to grow food, then do some scientific
Join us for a fun-filled day 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 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.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.
In collaboration with Bird Town, PA, Riverbend invites you to our Fall Bird Walk.In collaboration with Bird Town, PA, Riverbend invites you to our Fall Bird Walk with birder and conservationist, Phil Witmer. Mr. Whitmer will lead families on a leisurely walk around Riverbend's preserve to check out the many species of birds that call it their home.Phil Witmer is an avid birder and conservationist with over 30 years birding experience. He is a past board member of Bucks County Audubon Society, past president of the Delaware Valley Ornithological Club, one of the oldest birding clubs in the country, and
Our super fun celebration of all things fall and Riverbend returns!! Shiverfest is Riverbend’s largest community based-event packed with fun fall activities for the whole family. Delicious food trucks Pony rides Fall arts and crafts Trick-or-treat trail Insect and circus shows And much more! Join us for this frighteningly fun, family friendly event! Shiverfest is Riverbend's opportunity to raise awareness and funding to further our mission to educate and empower our community through a direct connection with nature. Students around the region benefit from Riverbend’s nature-based STEM programs annually. Environmental know-how is essential for the next generation to
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. Program Overview: Participants will explore the many habitats on the preserve, meet our barn animals, and connect with nature through a variety of activities including games, stories, and crafts on Tuesday afternoons from 4-5:30pm. Program Details: - This program is 1.5 hours each week and is designed for children in kindergarten through 3rd grade. - The fall 2023 session will be six weeks beginning on September 12th and runs through October 17th. The
Join Riverbend educators on Tuesday afternoons from 4:00-5:30 to take time after school to be with friends outside.Participants will explore the many habitats on the preserve, meet our barn animals and connect with nature through a variety of activities including games, stories, and crafts. Program Details:This program is 1.5 hours each week and is designed for children in kindergarten through 3rd grade. The fall 2023 session will be six weeks beginning on September 12th and runs through October 17th. The cost is $180 per child for the session. Enrollment is capped at 14 participants. A minimum of 5 registrations is
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 Monday or 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. Fall Session 1 will be offered on Monday afternoons and Wednesday mornings: Mondays: September 11, 2023
National S’mores Day is August 10th. Celebrate in the best way possible! What is summer without s’mores, crisp graham crackers, melting chocolate, perfectly roasted marshmallows and your buddies? Join us at Riverbend Environmental Education 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
Celebrate the longest day of the year and the kickoff to summer!Pond exploration! Marshmallow roasting! Crafts! Field Games! and much MORE!This is a family favorite Riverbend event. All are welcome to attend! Bring your own picnic and enjoy a lovely evening here at the preserve.Join us for this family friendly event!!This is a Riverbend FREE Event:This is a Riverbend Free Event, but the true cost to Riverbend to offer this educational event to the public is $45 per family. We recognize that for some families emerging from pandemic, this is unaffordable. Therefore, we are accepting voluntary donations to Riverbend Environmental
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 must accompany the child to the event. Pre-ordering of the book is available with your ticket purchase. The deadline to
Bluebird numbers were once in decline but thanks to the efforts of conservation minded individuals and organizations their numbers have increased. Unfortunately, some Bluebird lovers think they are doing a good deed by simply putting up a nest box in their back yard. That is not the case and often can do more harm than good. Join us for this informative session if you are interested in being a responsible Bluebird ‘landlord’ or just want to learn more about these charismatic and native cavity nesting birds.
