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(5-12 yrs.) Campers will create their own clay paintbrush, craft a vibrant rainbow with oil pastels, watercolor paint, and yarn, explore the art of printmaking, and make an adorable hedgehog out of clay in this Kidcreate Camp. This Kidcreate camp sparks creativity, encourages hands-on exploration, and inspires endless imaginative adventures.

(16-Adult) Discover the Korean cultural art of Hanji in this creative, hands-on workshop led by Sophia Han from The Hanji Korea Association. Using torn pieces of vibrantly colored Hanji paper, an awl, and glue, you’ll learn how to craft distinguished, textured images full of delicate fuzz and charm. Made from mulberry bark, Hanji’s unique balance of toughness and fragility allows for limitless artistic possibilities. No prior experience is required. All supplies will be provided.

(16-Adult) Join us for a tale of rewilding a Blue Ridge mountaintop that is entirely relatable to anyone who has fallen in love with native plants. Bad Naturalist: One Woman’s Ecological Education on a Wild Virginia Mountaintop is a memoir about Paula Whyman’s attempts to restore native meadows on a mountaintop in the foothills of the Blue Ridge, about the obstacles she encountered, the (many) mistakes she made, the failures and—important—the successes and the discoveries she made along the way. Douglas Tallamy, founder of the Homegrown National Park movement, calls the book “self-deprecating, humorous and thoroughly engaging.” Paula Whyman will share her story and answer questions.

The application and approval are required for this registration.

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(14-Adult) Learn to crochet a beautiful scarf and discover essential self-care practices for winter. Whether you're a novice or a pro, enjoy a relaxing environment to enhance your skills and connect with others. Discuss self-care techniques and take a nature walk for inspiration. Create, connect and embrace the cozy spirit of the season.

(5-12 yrs.) Join the Kidcreate Drawing Club, where creativity takes the wheel, imaginations run wild, and every blank page holds endless possibilities! Campers bring to life a giant robot bursting with personality, an irresistibly lovable cactus, and the capybara. With step-by-step guidance that makes creating fun and effortless, they’ll turn doodles and details into colorful masterpieces.

(3-Adult) Fallen leaves aren’t just litter to rake. They are also important habitat for native insects like luna moths, bumblebees and tiger swallowtail butterflies. Go on a nature walk to learn more about why these insects need the leaves. Create an autumn leaf suncatcher with materials collected on the walk to take home. All attendees, including parents, must be registered for the program.

(6-Adult) Learn about the wonderful world of evergreen trees and plants that really stand out this time of year. Enjoy a seasonal walk through the gardens and make an evergreen craft to decorate your home. All attendees, including parents, must be registered for the program.

(8-Adult) Inspired by Disney-Pixar’s WALL·E, this hands-on workshop invites you to imagine a greener future—starting with your trash. Learn how to transform everyday discarded items like cans, bottles, or jars into creative, eco-friendly planters. Just like WALL·E discovers hope in a single plant, you’ll plant your own seedling in a recycled container and take home a symbol of renewal. Explore how plants help restore the planet and how small actions—like reusing and growing green—can make a big impact. Bring a clean item to upcycle, or choose one from our collection.

(8-Adult) Celebrate Valentine’s Day with a storytelling adventure rooted in nature and connection. Discover how landscapes, plants and animals have inspired folktales from different traditions. Enjoy heartwarming stories about kindness, friendship and togetherness, then collaborate to craft your own nature-inspired tale to take home. All attendees, including parents, must be registered for the program.

(7-Adult) Our ancestors were masters of gardening and agriculture. Walk in their footsteps and explore how they created medicinal herb gardens, magical oases, and edible gardens full of life. Plant your own mini edible garden to take home and grow. All attendees, including parents, must be registered for the program.

(7-Adult) Get to know the Winter season with a celestial twist. Learn about the winter zodiac signs—Capricorn, Aquarius and Pisces—and discover meaningful activities you can do together to reflect the astrological rhythms of winter. Then, create your own Family Rhythm Wheel filled with zodiac-inspired activities to take home and enjoy all season long. All attendees, including parents, must be registered for the program.

(5-Adult) Come learn about the sensational world of seeds as we examine our seed collection, explore how seeds travel and take a walk to find seeds. Then make a chia seed pet to take home. All attendees, including parents, must be registered for the program.

(5-Adult) Explore the fascinating world of winter wildlife. Kids will listen to a story about how animals adapt to the colder months, we will identify animal tracks and signs, and then we will create an animal track inspired craft.

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(16-Adult) Explore the art of contemporary floral arranging using natural branches and seasonal flowers cultivated at Green Spring Gardens. Horticulturist, Parker Jennings guides you in creating a striking winter arrangement that emphasizes balance, line, and form. Discover how to transform simple materials into an elegant, sculptural centerpiece that reflects the quiet beauty of the season. Please register for the workshop and the $30 supply fee.

(Adults) (Adults) Experience Green Spring Gardens with all your senses. Join Certified Forest Therapy Guide and co-founder of local nonprofit Capital Nature, Ana Ka’ahanui, for a slow, meditative walk around the gardens. Inspired by the Japanese practice of Shinrin-yoku, this contemplative walk inspires interaction with the surrounding nature in a way that will help reduce blood pressure, boost immunity and enhance mood and creativity. Decompress and feel a deeper connection with the natural world. The experience concludes with a soothing spot of tea, offering a moment to reflect and savor the essence of nature. Bring something to sit on the ground, which may be damp, and a water bottle. Dress for the weather.

(10-Adult) Calling all young artists and nature explorers. Create and personalize your own sketch journal, then head outdoors to spot and illustrate vibrant new blooms as we say goodbye to the winter season. Connect with the natural world and capture the beauty around you.

(9-Adult) Celebrate Valentine's Day by creating a natured inspired craft. We will take a nature walk to gather natural materials and use them to create a one-of-a-kind Valentine's Day card. Creative, hands-on and full of love for both art and the outdoors.

(6-Adult) Ignite your creativity with an exploration of fire’s role in nature and everyday life. Learn how fire supports different ecosystems, brings us together around campfires, and fuels our traditions through cooking. Then, create a vibrant fire-themed mobile that reflects the many ways fire is special to you. All attendees, including parents, must be registered for the program.

(9-Adult) Explore nature and spark your creativity. Walk through the garden, discovering hidden poems, then work on putting your own thoughts down on paper. Learn about different poetry forms, from sonnets to limericks to haiku. Whether you love to write or are just starting, this adventure will inspire you and help you feel closer to the world around you. All attendees, including parents, must be registered for the program.

(5-Adult) Chill out from the busy holiday season with a relaxing seasonal walk around Green Spring. Create your own wrapping paper out of natural materials collected on your walk, then spend some time getting your holiday wrapping done. Attendees may bring a few small gifts to wrap or bring your wrapping paper home. All attendees, including parents, must be registered for the program.

(5-Adult) Branches may be bare, but your garden can still be a place for birds to thrive. Create a natural bird feeder mobile out of pinecones, it even doubles as an art piece! Hang it in your garden and watch the birds flock. All attendees, including parents, must be registered for the program.

(6-Adult) Discover the cosmic magic where sky meets soil. Explore constellations in the night sky and learn how stars have influenced gardening traditions from around the world. Then, bring the stars down to Earth by creating your own glow-in-the-dark constellation craft to take home. All attendees, including parents, must be registered for the program.

(3-5 yrs.) Your preschooler enjoys nature-themed toys and puzzles while you meet other playgroup parents one Monday a month. Through games, songs, activities and a garden walk we will explore seasonal topics. Kids must be accompanied by a parent or guardian who does not need to register for the program. Siblings under 3 welcome to accompany parent without registering.

(3-5 yrs.) Your preschooler enjoys nature-themed toys and puzzles while you meet other playgroup parents one Monday a month. Through games, songs, activities and a garden walk we explore seasonal topics. Kids must be accompanied by a parent or guardian who does not need to register for the program. Siblings under 3 welcome to accompany parent without registering.