Cape Fear Botanical Garden

FULL! Homeschool: Burrowers

This class is full! To be added to the waitlist please email bgoldentyer@capefearbg.org. Burrowing animals like gophers, groundhogs, and moles build complex tunnels underground and live secret lives out of sight. In this class we’ll explore the world of these hidden animals and measure out how deep their burrows really go. Ages 6+ This is […]

Day Camp: From Ancient Rome

Did you know that topiary gardening originated in Ancient Rome? In this one day school break camp, we’ll learn about the ancient art of topiary along with other Roman art and inventions like mosaics and aqueducts. Ages 8 - 12 years old. The cost for camp is $30 for members and $40 for non-members. A […]

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Preschool: Nature Sounds

There are a lot of interesting sounds to hear in nature from bird calls to cricket chirps. In this class preschoolers and their families will enjoy a sound themed story time, try making frog and bird calls, and create a buzzing bee craft. Ages 2-5 with a parent or guardian. Please meet in the Children’s […]

Afterschool: Mighty Millipedes

In this afterschool class, we’ll meet live millipedes and learn how these small but mighty animals are helping our planet. We’ll also make a millipede craft made with recycled egg cartons. This is a drop-off class. Ages 5-10. Please meet in the classroom. Come dressed to explore the outdoors. To preregister, click here.  Fee: $5 plus […]

Music in the Wild

Join us for a wonderful night of music and topiaries in the Garden. For Garden members, admission is included with your membership benefits. If you are not a Garden member, this event is included in your regular Garden admission.

Kids’ Night Out at the Garden: Electrifying Science

Kids have a fun night out, while parents get the night off. This month’s theme is electricity. We’ll create squishy circuits, test out conductors, light up a lemon clock, and end the night with s’mores around the campfire. Ages 8-12. This is a drop-off program. Preregistration is required. Please preregister here. No night of registrations […]

Homeschool: What Animals Eat (FULL)

FULL Explore the difference between carnivores and herbivores in this one hour homeschool class. We’ll see replicas of animal teeth and build model food chains. Ages 6+ This is a drop-off class. Please meet in the classroom. Come dressed to explore outside. Preregister here. Fee: $5 per child plus membership or admission to the Garden. If […]

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Preschool: Little Scientists

We can all be scientists when we ask questions like how does this work, why does that happen, or which animals live here. In this class we’ll enjoy a science themed story time and rotate through science activity stations designed for preschoolers. Activity stations explore what floats, how sound works, the way magnets push and […]

Afterschool: Clever Creatures

Animals are incredibly clever! In this class we’ll learn about birds that talk, chimps that use tools, octopuses that open jars, and elephants that remember people many years later. This is a drop-off class. Ages 5-10. Please meet in the classroom. Come dressed to explore the outdoors. To preregister, click here.  Fee: $5 plus membership or […]

Nature Play Day: Teddy Bear Picnic

Nature Play Days are the Garden’s monthly opportunity for children ages 2-8 to learn through play with self-directed activities. This month we’re having a teddy bear picnic! Bring your own sandwiches and the stuffed animal friend of your choice. The Garden will provide picnic tables/blankets, a variety of picnic snacks, and drinks. The schedule of […]

Homeschool: Recycled Orchestra (FULL)

FULL Learn the inspiring true story of the Recycled Orchestra from Paraguay and create your own recycled instruments. Ages 6+ This is a drop-off class. Please meet in the classroom. Come dressed to explore outside. Preregister here. Fee: $5 per child plus membership or admission to the Garden. If you register for 4 or more […]

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