Upcoming Weekend and Public Programs

Explore upcoming public events and weekend programs! Join us for exciting outdoor experiences suitable for all ages. Check out our schedule below and get ready for your next adventure!

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Registration is now open for all our programs, including the beloved My Naturalist and Me—a unique opportunity for young explorers and their grown-ups to share in the wonders of the natural world. Don’t miss your chance to be part of these unforgettable experiences! Sign up today and start your adventure.

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Animal Meet and Greet
Jan 4
Animal Meet and Greet

Join us for a meet and greet with the Nature Center animals! Children and families will get to learn about our resident mammals, reptiles, and birds.
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Maple Sugaring
Feb 8
Maple Sugaring

Learn how to tap a maple tree! Families will learn about the process of creating maple syrup and get a tour of our Sugar Shed.
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Maple Sugaring
Feb 22
Maple Sugaring

Learn how to tap a maple tree! Families will learn about the process of creating maple syrup and get a tour of our Sugar Shed.
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Old-Fashioned Winter’s Afternoon/Member Day
Mar 1
Old-Fashioned Winter’s Afternoon/Member Day

Enjoy log-sawing, maple sugaring, crafts, winter-themed carnival games, and more at this 48-year-old Rye tradition!
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Seed Starting
Mar 22
Seed Starting

Join us for a day of hands-on gardening education. 
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Hike and Seek Evening for 5th - 6th Graders
Apr 11
Hike and Seek Evening for 5th - 6th Graders

Join the FRNC team as we play a large, group session of hide and seek in the RNC forest.
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Garden Prep
Apr 12
Garden Prep

Spring into spring, roll up your sleeves and dive into the vibrant world of gardening. As nature awakens from its winter slumber, it's the perfect time to prepare our gardens for a season of abundant growth and beauty. 
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Intro To Birding
Apr 26
Intro To Birding

Learn more about our local birds as they start to migrate back to the area.
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Family Campout
May 10
Family Campout

This is the perfect way to introduce your family to the joys of camping. Bring your own tent or borrow one of ours (supplies limited) the price includes dinner, breakfast, and a guided hike.

This event is for members only
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Pond Investigation
May 17
Pond Investigation

Come to the Nature Center and learn all about the animals that call our pond home!
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How Do You Play In The Mud?
May 30
How Do You Play In The Mud?

Join us for a muddy adventure in nature! While the chefs are cooking, learn more about the Forest School’s approach to play-based and nature-based education from FRNC Educator(s). 
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