• Mushroom Walk with ALT

    Sewickley Heights History Center 1901 Glen Mitchell Rd, Sewickley, Pennsylvania, United States
    Adult

    Join ALT staff and WPMC Identifier Julie Travaglini for a mushroom talk, walk and ID table at Fern Hollow Nature Center. We will start with an introduction to the Kingdom of Fungi with an indoor learning session, followed by an outdoor mushroom hunt. This is not a traditional guided hike; after the indoor introduction, attendees [...]

  • Flora & Fauna Hike at SHBP (Adults & Families)

    Sewickley Heights History Center 1901 Glen Mitchell Rd, Sewickley, Pennsylvania, United States
    Adult

    Join FHNC Naturalist, Janel and Environmental Educator, Sam for an easy hike through Sewickley Heights Borough Park.  Learn more about the plants and animals of our area.  From the meadows [...]

  • Birds of the Creek

    Walker Park
    Family

    Join Mr. Sam at Walker Park to learn about the amazing and vibrant birds that inhabit our local creek ecosystem. We will be looking for herons, kingfishers, warblers, and many [...]

  • Family Bird Hike

    Fern Hollow Nature Center 1901 Glen Mitchell Road, sewickley, PA, United States
    Family

    Join Cassie and Janel for a family bird hike at Sewickley Heights Borough Park. Cassandra Ziegler is a PhD student in Pittsburgh studying birds and their ecology, with a focus [...]

  • Nature & Nurture Hike Summer 2026

    Nature & Nurture Hike
    Bell Acres Nature Trail +2 more
    Family

    6/29: Bell Acres Nature Trail 7/27: Walker Park 8/24: War Memorial Park The natural world provides so many opportunities, even for our “littlest explorers,” for discovery, imagination and problem-solving, as [...]

  • Firefly Fun Night

    Ohio Township Nature Center 325 Nicholson Road, sewickley, PA, United States
    Kids

    As the sun sets, join us for a fun evening of discovery! Kids will learn all about the fascinating world of PA's state insect - the firefly; how and why they glow, their unique life cycle, and the important part they play in nature. Participants will also have a chance to make a hands-on craft [...]

  • Family Gardening Workshop

    Fern Hollow Nature Center 1901 Glen Mitchell Road, sewickley, PA, United States
    Family

    This fun, interactive gardening class is designed for families with children of all ages who want to learn the basics of summer gardening and harvesting. In this class, families will [...]

  • Art with Plants!

    Sewickley Heights History Center 1901 Glen Mitchell Rd, Sewickley, Pennsylvania, United States
    Adult

    Explore the artistic potential of the natural world in this hands-on botanical art class. We'll try three techniques: cyanotype printing, which harnesses sunlight to create striking blue-and-white botanical impressions; plant pounding, which [...]

  • Nature & Nurture Hike Summer 2026

    Nature & Nurture Hike
    Bell Acres Nature Trail +2 more
    Family

    6/29: Bell Acres Nature Trail 7/27: Walker Park 8/24: War Memorial Park The natural world provides so many opportunities, even for our “littlest explorers,” for discovery, imagination and problem-solving, as [...]

  • Fiddlehead Homeschool (K-4th Grade): Welcome and Stream Study

    Fiddlehead Club Homeschool
    Walker Park - Shelter #3 1901 Glen Mitchell Rd, Sewickley
    Homeschool

    For the past 10 years, Fern Hollow has offered nature-based learning experiences for homeschoolers. Our science programs encourage kids to get outside and explore nature through hands-on, engaging activities. To cultivate a sense of community and allow for students to develop meaningful social connections, homeschool families are invited to stay and have lunch on the [...]

  • Wildflower Meadows

    Sewickley Heights History Center 1901 Glen Mitchell Rd, Sewickley, Pennsylvania, United States
    Adult

    In this beginner-friendly class, discover how wildflower meadows increase biodiversity; supporting native bees, butterflies, birds, and the countless species that depend on open, flowering landscapes. We'll cover practical strategies for starting your own meadow and managing a meadow through the seasons with surprisingly little effort. Included in this class, is a guided walk through Fern [...]

  • Family Fishing 2026

    Family Fishing 2026
    Esmark Field (Bouchard Family Park) 1857 Camp Meeting Rd,, Sewickley,, Pennsylvania, United States
    Family

    Family Fishing July 25 • Aug 22 • Sept 26 9am-11am | King’s Lake Slow life down with the family this summer at Fern Hollow’s Family Fishing programs! Fern Hollow will provide bait, rods and instruction from our educators and volunteers. Enjoy the simplicity of family time outdoors without the stress of planning! Address will [...]

  • Fall Hike

    Sewickley Heights Borough Park Hallaway Road, Sewickley

    Location: Sewickley Heights Borough Park (meet in the main parking lot) Join FHNC Naturalist Janel and Environmental Educator Sam for an easy autumn hike through Sewickley Heights Borough Park. A perfect way to get outside and explore seasonal changes in both flora and fauna during one of our most beautiful seasons. $7/member $10/non-member CLICK HERE [...]

  • Fiddlehead Homeschool (K-4th Grade): Funky Fungi

    Fiddlehead Club Homeschool
    Fern Hollow Nature Center 1901 Glen Mitchell Road, sewickley, PA, United States
    Homeschool

    For the past 10 years, Fern Hollow has offered nature-based learning experiences for homeschoolers. Our science programs encourage kids to get outside and explore nature through hands-on, engaging activities. To [...]

  • Fall Music Festival 2026

    Fern Hollow Nature Center 1901 Glen Mitchell Road, sewickley, PA, United States
    Family

    Save the date for the biggest event of the fall, our Fall Music Festival. With food trucks, kid's activities, music and more, this is a family favorite every year. This year, No Bad Juju will be performing! Learn More!

  • Aquatic Plants & Water Gardens

    Fern Hollow Nature Center 1901 Glen Mitchell Road, sewickley, PA, United States
    Adult

    Discover the beauty and ecological value of aquatic plants and water gardens. We'll dive into the fascinating variety of aquatic plant types and discuss the unique role each plays in a healthy water ecosystem. Whether you have a small container on a patio or a full backyard pond, you'll leave with practical knowledge on selecting [...]

  • Fiddlehead Homeschool (K-4th Grade): Mad Nature Science

    Fiddlehead Club Homeschool
    Fern Hollow Nature Center 1901 Glen Mitchell Road, sewickley, PA, United States
    Homeschool

    For the past 10 years, Fern Hollow has offered nature-based learning experiences for homeschoolers. Our science programs encourage kids to get outside and explore nature through hands-on, engaging activities. To [...]

  • Fiddlehead Homeschool (5th-8th Grade): Salt Watch

    Fiddlehead Club Homeschool
    Fern Hollow Nature Center 1901 Glen Mitchell Road, sewickley, PA, United States
    Homeschool

    For the past 10 years, Fern Hollow has offered nature-based learning experiences for homeschoolers. Our science programs encourage kids to get outside and explore nature through hands-on, engaging activities. To [...]

  • Fiddlehead Homeschool (K-4th Grade): Seeds on the Go

    Fiddlehead Club Homeschool
    Fern Hollow Nature Center 1901 Glen Mitchell Road, sewickley, PA, United States
    Homeschool

    For the past 10 years, Fern Hollow has offered nature-based learning experiences for homeschoolers. Our science programs encourage kids to get outside and explore nature through hands-on, engaging activities. To [...]