Preregister Here Preschool: Fuzzy and Furry Preschoolers engage with nature up-close and personal exploring animal furs and learning about mammals. This class will include an interactive story time and a […]
Preregister Here Preschool: Fuzzy and Furry Preschoolers engage with nature up-close and personal exploring animal furs and learning about mammals. This class will include an interactive story time and a […]
Join Cape Fear Botanical Garden Environmental Educators for an exciting all ages family program held at Cliffdale Regional Library. We’ll learn about local birds and paint our own bird houses […]
This session is FULL! Please consider joining us for the 11am session. Preschool: Dinosaur Diggers Step back in time to the age of the dinosaurs! Roar, stomp, and engage your […]
This class is full! Please consider joining us for a future preschool program. Preschool: Dinosaur Diggers Step back in time to the age of the dinosaurs! Roar, stomp, and engage […]
This class is FULL! Please consider joining us for a future family program. Date: January 25th Time: 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM Location: Meet at Classroom Get ready for an unforgettable evening exploring the Garden after dark with our Family Night Hike and Campfire event! Perfect for families looking to connect with nature through fun, […]
This class is FULL! Jan. 27th Homeschool: DIY Kaleidoscopes This hands-on class invites homeschool students to explore the engineering behind our Garden kaleidoscope and build their own kaleidoscopes. We'll delve into the science of light and reflection while crafting these colorful, ever-changing optical devices. Perfect for young engineers and artists alike, this session combines fun […]
Every Nature Tales includes an engaging, themed storytime led by Cumberland County librarians and a child friendly craft project selected and prepared by CFBG environmental educators. Storytimes are enhanced with engaging songs, puppets, and movement breaks. Themed crafts allow children to connect with nature and create a souvenir of their Garden experience. Designed for ages […]
This class is FULL! An engaging, themed storytime led by Cumberland County librarians and a child friendly craft project selected and prepared by CFBG environmental educators. Storytimes are enhanced with engaging songs, puppets, and movement breaks. Themed crafts allow children to connect with nature and create a souvenir of their Garden experience. Designed for ages […]
Every Nature Tales includes an engaging, themed storytime led by Cumberland County librarians and a child friendly craft project selected and prepared by CFBG environmental educators. Storytimes are enhanced with engaging songs, puppets, and movement breaks. Themed crafts allow children to connect with nature and create a souvenir of their Garden experience. Designed for ages […]
Every Nature Tales includes an engaging, themed storytime led by Cumberland County librarians and a child friendly craft project selected and prepared by CFBG environmental educators. Storytimes are enhanced with engaging songs, puppets, and movement breaks. Themed crafts allow children to connect with nature and create a souvenir of their Garden experience. Designed for ages […]
Preregister Here Preschool: Wacky Worms Ooohy goooey worms are a lot of fun! In this class, preschoolers will learn how worms help our Earth, create a worm craft, and explore […]
This class is FULL! Please consider joining us for a future preschool program. Preschool: Wacky Worms Ooohy goooey worms are a lot of fun! In this class, preschoolers will learn […]
This class is full! Please consider joining us for a future Kids' Night Out. Kids’ Night Out in the Garden: Outstanding Owls Description: Parents have a night off, while kids enjoy an evening of Garden activities and night time adventure. This month, our theme is outstanding owls. Did you know owls can turn their heads almost […]
Join Cape Fear Botanical Garden Environmental Educators as we explore the wonder of trees at East Regional Library. Did you know that world’s oldest trees have been alive since before the Ancient Egyptian pyramids were built? Discover how scientists learn about the lives of ancient trees, create leaf rubbing booklets, and plant your own baby […]
This class is FULL! Feb. 10th Homeschool: Animal Tracks and Trails Step into the world of wildlife tracking in our "Animal Tracks and Trails" class. Students will learn to identify and interpret various animal tracks and signs, gaining insight into animal behaviors and habits. This class will include both an animal track making project and […]
Join us for an enchanting evening of art and planting as we decorate and plant our own glow-in-the-dark terrariums. Using a variety of materials, you'll create a miniature world inside a jar that glows in the dark. No prior experience is needed—just come ready to get your hands dirty and make a little piece of […]
The Garden is thrilled to welcome expert birder Hal Broadfoot for our Great Backyard Bird Count – a global initiative to help scientists better understand and protect birds around the […]
Feb. 18th Day Camp: Fossil Finders Ages 6-10 9am – 3pm Join us for a full day of fun and adventure using fossils as clues to uncover the prehistoric world. Campers will create their own fossils, dig for fossil finds, and learn how paleontologists unearth amazing discoveries. Activities: Creating clay fossils Digging for dinosaur skeletons […]
Due to Weather, this program has been cancelled. Registrants will be issued a refund. Preschool: Rocks Rule! Start a rock collection and learn about the amazing variety of rocks. Preschoolers […]
Due to Weather, this program has been cancelled. Registrants will be issued a refund. Preschool: Rocks Rule! Start a rock collection and learn about the amazing variety of rocks. Preschoolers […]
This class is FULL! Feb. 24th Homeschool: Wilderness Skills Homeschool students can develop skills for outdoor adventures in our "Wilderness Skills" class. This session introduces fundamental survival techniques, including shelter building, map reading, and planning for outdoor hikes. Students will engage in fun hands-on activities and learn how to stay safe and resourceful in natural […]
This class is FULL! Please consider joining us for a future program. Every Nature Tales includes an engaging, themed storytime led by Cumberland County librarians and a child friendly craft project selected and prepared by CFBG environmental educators. Storytimes are enhanced with engaging songs, puppets, and movement breaks. Themed crafts allow children to connect with […]
Every Nature Tales includes an engaging, themed storytime led by Cumberland County librarians and a child friendly craft project selected and prepared by CFBG environmental educators. Storytimes are enhanced with engaging songs, puppets, and movement breaks. Themed crafts allow children to connect with nature and create a souvenir of their Garden experience. Designed for ages […]
This class is full! Please consider joining us for another program. With over 5 million distinct species, insects are the most diverse group of lifeforms on Earth. In this class, homeschoolers can explore the incredible world of insects including an opportunity to search for insects in the Garden. Ages 6+ This is a drop-off class. […]
This class is FULL! Please consider joining us for a future program. Every Nature Tales includes an engaging, themed storytime led by Cumberland County librarians and a child friendly craft project selected and prepared by CFBG environmental educators. Storytimes are enhanced with engaging songs, puppets, and movement breaks. Themed crafts allow children to connect with […]
This class is full! Please consider joining us for another program. Every Nature Tales includes an engaging, themed storytime led by Cumberland County librarians and a child friendly craft project selected and prepared by CFBG environmental educators. Storytimes are enhanced with engaging songs, puppets, and movement breaks. Themed crafts allow children to connect with nature […]
Nature Play Day: Spring Fun 10 am – 12 pm and Teddy Bear Picnic 12-1 pm Join us for a morning of outdoor fun and spring celebration. Nature Play Day: Spring Fun is an interactive and educational event designed for families with children ages 2-8. Hands-on activities, games, and learning opportunities are all self-led so […]
This class is full! Please consider registering for the 11am session. Description: Hop into the world of frogs and discover their fascinating features! Preschoolers will explore the life cycle of […]
This class is FULL! Please consider joining us for another program. Description: Hop into the world of frogs and discover their fascinating features! Preschoolers will explore the life cycle of frogs, from tadpoles to jumping amphibians. Children will enjoy an int Preschool Programs: Cape Fear Botanical Garden preschool programs engage and excite young learners through […]
Please preregister here. Description: Kids have a night out, while adults get the night off! This month, our theme is glow in the dark! We’ll discover glowing minerals, mushrooms, and animals. Create a glowing art project and play glow-in-the-dark games. As always, we’ll end the evening making s’mores over the campfire. Target Audience: Ages 8-12. […]
Hope Mills Community Library Program: Hummingbird Happenings Join Cape Fear Botanical Garden Environmental Educators for the entire family an exciting program held at Hope Mills Community Library. We’ll discover the amazing tiny world of hummingbirds with fun activities including an Interactive Storytime and an opportunity to create your own hummingbird feeder to take home. Key […]
This class is full! Please consider joining us for another program. Remarkable Raptors: Discover the amazing abilities of raptors or birds of prey such as hawks, eagles, falcons, and owls. Their sharp talons and keen eyesight make raptors fearsome predators and important animals in their ecosystems. In this class homeschoolers, will create an eagle claw […]
This class is full! Please consider registering for the 11am session. Preschool Programs: Cape Fear Botanical Garden preschool programs engage and excite young learners through storytimes, hands-on learning projects, and […]
This preschool program is full for both sessions. Please consider coming to a future class. Preschool Programs: Cape Fear Botanical Garden preschool programs engage and excite young learners through storytimes, […]
This class is FULL! Please consider joining us for a future program. Every Nature Tales includes an engaging, themed storytime led by Cumberland County librarians and a child friendly craft project selected and prepared by CFBG environmental educators. Storytimes are enhanced with engaging songs, puppets, and movement breaks. Themed crafts allow children to connect with […]
This class is FULL! Please consider joining us for a future program. Every Nature Tales includes an engaging, themed storytime led by Cumberland County librarians and a child friendly craft project selected and prepared by CFBG environmental educators. Storytimes are enhanced with engaging songs, puppets, and movement breaks. Themed crafts allow children to connect with […]
April 3rd Family Art Night: Earth Flags Date: April 3rd Time: 6-7:30 pm Use paints made with all-natural earth-based pigments to decorate a banner perfect for not just Earth Day, but all year long. Paint freehand or use stencils for crisp designs. Encourage children to love the Earth with eco-friendly materials and promote creativity with […]
April 5th Bioblitz 10 am – 2pm At the Bioblitz you’ll have a chance to become a scientist for the day and experience the adventure of discovering nature! BioBlitz is a collaborative event where participants work together to identify and record as many species of plants, animals, fungi, and other organisms as possible in a specific […]
This class is full! Please consider joining us for another program. Homeschool: Cape Fear River In this class, homeschoolers are headed down the River Trail to discover the power of the Cape Fear River, the longest river in NC. They’ll learn about the river’s ecosystem and the importance of our river basin. Ages 6+ Please […]
This class is full! Please consider registering for the 11am session. Happy Hummingbirds: Come discover the tiny wonders of the garden! Preschoolers will learn all about hummingbirds—how they fly, what […]
Happy Hummingbirds: Come discover the tiny wonders of the garden! Preschoolers will learn all about hummingbirds—how they fly, what they eat, and why they're so special. Get engaged in exploration, […]
Join us for a day of creativity, art, and adventure during spring break. Campers will create nature art projects including painted stones, clay creatures, and seed pots. Plus explore the trails and enjoy time in the Children’s Garden. Develop a love for art and the outdoors with a creative camp experience for ages 5-8. Activities […]
Preschoolers will get engaged with science through inspirational storytime and simple, interactive science stations. From the magic of magnets to the mysteries of light, this program is a perfect way […]
This class is full! Please consider joining us for another program. Preschoolers will get engaged with science through inspirational storytime and simple, interactive science stations. From the magic of magnets […]
Please preregister here. Day Camp: Wild Wonders (ages 6-10) Get ready for a day of adventure and exploration in the great outdoors! Our Wild Wonders Spring Break Camp invites young nature enthusiasts to dive into the wonders of the Garden. Campers will embark on exciting hands-on activities, from wildlife tracking and nature walks to crafting […]
This class is full! Please consider joining us for another program. Homeschool: Buzzing Bees Discover the mysteries of bees from their unique wiggle dance communication to their ultraviolet vision and their incredible buzzing wings. Build a “buzzing” bee experiment and learn about bees in the Garden with a visit to the Garden’s beehives, butterfly stroll, […]
Please preregister here. Parents have a night off, while kids enjoy an evening of Garden activities and nighttime adventure. This month, we’ll explore the lives of one of the most overlooked and misunderstood species – opossums! Did you know opossums have thumbs on their back feet? And they’re actually marsupials with pouches like kangaroos! We’ll […]
Please preregister here. Family Program: Soapstone Carving Description: Carve your soapstone animal for a fun artistic project enjoyed by the whole family. The soft easily filed stone has beautiful natural colors and creates a lasting keepsake. Explore themes of cultural symbolism, sculpture, wildlife, and, natural minerals. Each participant receives a hand-cut soapstone beginner shape, a […]
Join us for a day of family fun in our Heritage Garden celebrating the spring season. We’ll learn about life on the farm in the 1800s with historical re-enactors in full costume, opportunities for candle making, butter churning, and planting, plus games, crafts, and a scavenger hunt for kids. Historical Demonstrations Historical Re-Enactors in Full […]
This class is full! Please consider joining us for another program. Homeschool: End of Year Celebration Celebrate the last homeschool class of the year with a fun science and nature-themed party including games, animals, cupcakes, and a fun take-home surprise! Ages 6+ Please check in at the Gift Shop and then meet in the classroom. […]
This session is FULL! Please consider joning us for the 11am session if that is still available. Every Nature Tales includes an engaging, themed storytime led by Cumberland County librarians and a child friendly craft project selected and prepared by CFBG environmental educators. Storytimes are enhanced with engaging songs, puppets, and movement breaks. Themed crafts […]
Every Nature Tales includes an engaging, themed storytime led by Cumberland County librarians and a child friendly craft project selected and prepared by CFBG environmental educators. Storytimes are enhanced with […]
Please preregister here. Kids Night Out in the Garden: Solar System Adventure Kids have a night out, while adults get the night off! This month, we’re journeying through the solar system to discover planets, stars, and more. Create a solar system art project, try star gazing, and explore the Garden at night on a solar […]
At West Regional Library: Animals Around the World Join Cape Fear Botanical Garden Environmental Educators for an exciting all-age family program held at West Regional Library. Does your child love […]
This class is FULL! Please consider joining us for a future program. Dive into the fascinating world of shells! Children will learn about the variety of shells found in nature, […]
Dive into the fascinating world of shells! Children will learn about the variety of shells found in nature, from snails to sea creatures, and discover how these unique structures protect […]
Please preregister here. Family Art Night: Get Started with Nature Journaling Date: May 22nd Time: 6-7:30 pm Join us for a fun and creative evening at Family Art Night: Get […]
Discover the incredible world of bugs! With games, activities, a touch table, and a live animal presentations. Families can encounter beetles, millipedes, spiders, butterflies, and more! Nature Play Day: Incredible Insects is an educational event created for families with children ages 2-8. Hands-on activities, games, and learning opportunities are all leisurely designed so families can […]
Explore the fascinating world of reptiles! Preschoolers will learn about different types of reptiles, including snakes, turtles, and lizards, through hands-on activities. Perfect for little adventurers, we’ll have a chance […]
Please preregister here. Explore the fascinating world of reptiles! Preschoolers will learn about different types of reptiles, including snakes, turtles, and lizards, through hands-on activities. Perfect for little adventurers, we’ll […]
This event has reach capacity. Get ready for an unforgettable evening exploring the Garden after dark with our Family Night Hike and Campfire event! Perfect for families looking to connect […]
Please preregister here. Get ready to pop, float, and explore the science of bubbles in this hands-on preschool class! Little ones will enjoy experimenting with different sizes and shapes. They'll […]
Please preregister here. Get ready to pop, float, and explore the science of bubbles in this hands-on preschool class! Little ones will enjoy experimenting with different sizes and shapes. They'll […]
Please preregister here. Preschoolers will learn about different animal habitats, from burrows to nests and dens. With an interactive storytime and a take home craft, kids will discover how animals […]
Please preregister here. Preschoolers will learn about different animal habitats, from burrows to nests and dens. With an interactive storytime and a take home craft, kids will discover how animals […]
Cape Fear Botanical Garden
536 N. Eastern Blvd.
Fayetteville, NC 28301
(910)-486-0221
info@capefearbg.org
