Join the Fiddlehead Club for a day off from school to learn about winter birds in Pennsylvania. During this program, we will explore the different bird species that visit our area in winter, including dark-eyed juncos. Participants will create their own winter bird feeders using suet, go bird watching, and take a hike on the [...]
Bundle up and join us for a winter birding adventure in Sewickley Heights Borough Park! We’ll take an easy hike along peaceful forest trails as we listen for chirps and calls and try to spot bright red cardinals, fluffy chickadees, and other cold-weather birds. Register Here!
The 10-week drop-off program for bathroom-independent pre-schoolers ages 3-6 starts January 8th, 2026. All sessions will take place at The Ohio Township Community Park at 325 Nicholson Rd, Sewickley, PA [...]
Enjoy a calm winter walk through quiet woods and open meadows. Children will explore easy trails, listen for birds, and spot signs of wildlife while noticing how nature changes in winter. Register Here!
This session of Explorers has been cancelled due to inclement weather and poor conditions. This event will be rescheduled to March 19th.
Quaker Valley Community Seed Swap January 31, 2026 | 10am-1pm | Sewickley Public Library Fern Hollow Nature Center and Sewickley Public Library are excited to invite the Quaker Valley community [...]
Have fun playing in Mary Roberts Rinehart Park, exploring the open spaces, and enjoying outdoor activities. Afterward, gather around the cozy bonfire to warm up, relax, and share time with friends. Register Here!
The 10-week drop-off program for bathroom-independent pre-schoolers ages 3-6 starts January 8th, 2026. All sessions will take place at The Ohio Township Community Park at 325 Nicholson Rd, Sewickley, PA [...]
Winter Sowing 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 [...]
In this drop-off program, kids are invited to join us for some after-school winter fun! We'll learn a few basics about snowshoeing and then try it out ourselves in a [...]
Homeschoolers will enjoy a fun, frosty walk through Tom's Run Nature Reserve, exploring gentle trails, tall trees, and the quiet beauty of the winter woods. Register Here!
Take the guesswork out of pruning and planting. When do I prune my hydrangeas? Where do I cut the branch on my dogwood? How large do I dig the planting [...]
The 10-week drop-off program for bathroom-independent pre-schoolers ages 3-6 starts January 8th, 2026. All sessions will take place at The Ohio Township Community Park at 325 Nicholson Rd, Sewickley, PA [...]
Dive into a world of discovery with our lively environmental education program on fossils! Explore fascinating fossils from all over the globe, learn about ancient creatures, and uncover the secrets [...]
Vernal Pools Quaker Valley Middle School Room 308 3:05-4:40pm
The 10-week drop-off program for bathroom-independent pre-schoolers ages 3-6 starts January 8th, 2026. All sessions will take place at The Ohio Township Community Park at 325 Nicholson Rd, Sewickley, PA [...]
The 10-week drop-off program for bathroom-independent pre-schoolers ages 3-6 starts January 8th, 2026. All sessions will take place at The Ohio Township Community Park at 325 Nicholson Rd, Sewickley, PA [...]
Fern Hollow is excited to announce our partnership with the Sewickley YMCA. Our educators will provide 2 hours of nature-based programming at the Y on this Quaker Valley in-service days [...]
Join Fern Hollow staff as we learn about the history and science of maple sugaring! Discover how the process of Maple Sugaring has changed over time and has been perfected [...]
The 10-week drop-off program for bathroom-independent pre-schoolers ages 3-6 starts January 8th, 2026. All sessions will take place at The Ohio Township Community Park at 325 Nicholson Rd, Sewickley, PA [...]
Pennsylvania Frogs and Salamanders 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 [...]
Explore the many ways to propagate houseplants in this hands-on workshop. Make your own leaf cuttings, learn how to air layer tropical plants and graft cacti in this fun and [...]
The 10-week drop-off program for bathroom-independent pre-schoolers ages 3-6 starts January 8th, 2026. All sessions will take place at The Ohio Township Community Park at 325 Nicholson Rd, Sewickley, PA [...]
Monday March 16 — Tom’s Run Nature Preserve Monday, April 20 — Henle Park (Victory Garden of Leetsdale) Monday, May 18 — Sewickley Heights Borough Park The natural world provides [...]
Aquatic Macroinvertebrates Quaker Valley Middle School Room 308 3:05-4:40pm