Cape Fear Botanical Garden

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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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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. […]

Fall Scavenger Hunt

Look for colorful faux leaves hidden throughout the Garden. Younger kids can enjoy finding all the different colors while older children and adults can practice beginning leaf ID. Find all […]

Homeschool: Animals in Winter (FULL)

(FULL) How do animals handle the cold weather? Find out in this class as we make a winter animal craft and learn how different animals adapt to the season. Ages […]

Afterschool: Snowy Owls

Snowy owls usually fly from their colder artic summer home to southern Canada and the northern US each winter, but sometimes these owls are found way out of their normal […]

Homeschool: Snow and Ice Experiments (FULL)

(FULL) Learn how ice and snow form and conduct two chilly experiments: fishing for ice and insta-snow. Ages 6+ This is a drop-off class. Please meet in the classroom. Come […]

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Preschool: Winter Wildlife

Where do animals go in winter? Find out in this preschool class as we enjoy a winter animal story time and make a hibernation craft. Ages 2-5 with a parent […]

Afterschool: Snowflake Science

Learn how snowflakes form such beautiful and unique shapes! We’ll look at photographs of real snowflakes under a microscope, use geoboards to make symmetrical snowflake shapes, and cut up a […]

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