Grown-up Makers Monday
ADULTS ONLY. Age 18 and up. If you have a creative flair, try this D.I.Y. workshop with an edge! Using repurposed, found, and natural materials, we'll make all sorts of cool things ranging from jewelry and art to plant-based decor and wildcrafted projects.
Registration is required and cost varies.
Registration is required and cost varies.
Explore |
Create |
LEarn |
Monday March 16, 6:00 pm -8:00 pm
**THIS EVENT HAS BEEN RESCHEDULED FOR MONDAY, APRIL 20, 2020**
Weaving Dream Catchers
The Native Americans of the Ojibwe nation created dream catchers to alter the energy of a room, especially during sleep and believed that they had the power to ensnare bad dreams, allowing only good dreams pass through. These beautiful tools of lore are easy to make and evoke positive, calming energy. Come relax in the barn, make your own dream catcher, and explore the history of these beautiful works of art. Please call with any questions. Registration required. $6 per person.
**THIS EVENT HAS BEEN RESCHEDULED FOR MONDAY, APRIL 20, 2020**
Weaving Dream Catchers
The Native Americans of the Ojibwe nation created dream catchers to alter the energy of a room, especially during sleep and believed that they had the power to ensnare bad dreams, allowing only good dreams pass through. These beautiful tools of lore are easy to make and evoke positive, calming energy. Come relax in the barn, make your own dream catcher, and explore the history of these beautiful works of art. Please call with any questions. Registration required. $6 per person.
Our Upcoming Programs:
(check back soon for more details and registration!)
(check back soon for more details and registration!)
Monday April 20, 6:00 pm -8:00 pm
**THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED**
Kokedama Gardens
**THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED**
Kokedama Gardens
Monday May 18, 6:00 pm -8:00 pm
**THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED**
Stamped Leather Bracelets
**THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED**
Stamped Leather Bracelets
Monday June 15, 6:00 pm -8:00 pm
Rock Art
Rock Art
Monday July 20, 6:00 pm -8:00 pm
Altoid Tin Zen Gardens
Altoid Tin Zen Gardens
Monday August 17, 6:00 pm -8:00 pm
Wooden Spoon Art
Wooden Spoon Art
Monday September 21, 6:00 pm -8:00 pm
Embroidery Hoop Art
Embroidery Hoop Art
Monday October 19, 6:00 pm -8:00 pm
Herbal Tea Crafting
Herbal Tea Crafting
Monday November 16, 6:00 pm -8:00 pm
T-Shirt Yarn Jewelry
T-Shirt Yarn Jewelry
Monday December 21, 6:00 pm -8:00 pm
Mini Gingerbread Houses
Mini Gingerbread Houses
“I go to nature to be soothed and healed, and to have my senses put in tune once more.”
– John Burroughs
WORKSHOPS
Several times a year, Winnie Palmer Nature Reserve offers workshops for educators and the community. These workshops are designed to provide educational tools for educators to take into their classroom, passing on love for nature. They are also designed to educate the community on sustainable living and best management practices. We usually partner with other organizations such as Westmoreland Cleanways and the Pennsylvania Game Commission as well as Saint Vincent College faculty and staff. They are fun and educational and usually Act 48 credits are available. For more information about upcoming workshops, see below. If there is a workshop that you are interested in seeing us host at WPNR, or if there is one that you would like to provide, contact the Reserve at 724-537-5284.
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Tiny Toes in the Water
Project WET Educator Workshop
Sponsored by the Department of Environmental Protection - Environmental Education Grant
Project WET Educator Workshop
Sponsored by the Department of Environmental Protection - Environmental Education Grant
This free workshop will be focused on using a wildlife curriculum in an
Early Childhood Education setting but registration is open to all educators,
from formal teachers to naturalists, scout leaders, and others!
DATE/TIMESaturday, June 6, 2020
8:30 am - 3:00 pm |
REGISTRATIONFREE
Registration required. |
AGESAdults & Educators
Act 48 Available |
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WPNR Living library IS OPEN
Visit us at the learning barn to view our seed bank, The Living Library. The first one in our region, the library hopes to serve as a learning tool and free resource for anyone who wants to grow fruits, vegetables, trees, flowers, and herbs. We have over 300 types of seeds and the numbers are growing every day as folks all across the country are sharing their seeds with us. To find out how you can acquire seeds or how you can donate to help our Living Library grow, call, e-mail, or inquire at the front desk!
Adult Pop-Up WorkshopS |
For the adult learner – “grow” your knowledge of the natural landscape.
Once a month, our Education Horticulturist hosts lunchtime pop-up workshops for adults. As the weather and season lends itself month to month, check our website and follow us on social media (Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter) for the topic presented.
Join us for an hour of discovery, learn about nature, and engage in interesting conservation.
No registration required. Free to attend.
Once a month, our Education Horticulturist hosts lunchtime pop-up workshops for adults. As the weather and season lends itself month to month, check our website and follow us on social media (Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter) for the topic presented.
Join us for an hour of discovery, learn about nature, and engage in interesting conservation.
No registration required. Free to attend.
DATESComing Soon!
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REGISTRATIONFREE
No registration required. |
AGESAdults.
Bring a date, a friend, or your group of pals to the Learning Barn. |
NATURE DATE NIGHT
Our annual night out in nature fundraising event for adults!
Bring a date, a friend, or your closest group of pals to the Environmental Learning Barn for a night out in nature! The annual event includes food and entertainment!
Bring a date, a friend, or your closest group of pals to the Environmental Learning Barn for a night out in nature! The annual event includes food and entertainment!
DATES6-8:00 pm
August 15 Music on the Lawn November 21 Dinner and a Show |
REGISTRATION$20/person
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AGESAll are welcome!
Bring a date, a friend, or your closest group of pals to the Learning Barn. |
