Programs & Events
JULY EVENTS
Forest Zen
Sights, Sounds, Smells of the Forest
Wednesday, July 2
6 – 8 pm
Slow down from the fast pace of life on our most relaxing tour. At Forest Zen, we invite participants to disconnect from their phone and reconnect to their senses as they take in the sights, smells, and sounds of the surrounding forest.
Life is hard. Take a break and get your zen on at Forest Zen.
Tree ID
In Search of New Trees
Wednesday, July 9
10 am – 12 pm
Always a favorite, Tree ID is a knowledge sharing hike with a focus on identifying different species of trees. Knowledgeable guides walk you through the defining characteristics that make identifying trees fun and easy.
Each month we will set out through Brady’s Run Park in search of terrific new trees we can add to our list. Join us for this family-friendly adventure into the uniquely varied world of trees.
Native Plant Landscaping
Saturday, July 12
10 am – 12 pm
Native plants can make a big difference in your landscape. By adding native trees, shrubs and perennials, you can increase the natural beauty of your property and contribute to a thriving ecosystem all at the same time,
Join us throughout the summer as we discuss why, where, when and how to create vibrant new “Patches” of native plants in your backyard and beyond.
Topics include:
- A Pathway for Pollinators
- Growing plants the easy way
- Understanding trees
- Natives vs. invasives
Forest Explorers:
Hey kids, get ready to become Forest Explorers!
Tuesdays, June 17 – August 5
10 am – 12 pm
Forest Explorers gets kids outside and focused on all the cool things our local woodlands have to offer.
Parents, join your kids every Tuesday starting June 17 through August 5 as they participate in hands-on learning and dive into woodland adventures.
Discover local ecology, your artistic side, and how good it feels to splash around in the creek.
Geared to but not limited to grades three, four, and five.
Parents, please accompany your children.
Movie Night
Films on the Beauty and Diversity of Our Planet
Friday, July 25
7 pm
We have a great lineup of environmental films and documentaries to show you this summer. Come to the Forest Exploration Center and Native Tree Nursery to view films documenting some of the pressing issues we are facing on the planet and films that document the beauty and diversity of planet Earth.
July’s feature is Kiss the Ground.
AUGUST EVENTS
Forest Explorers
Tuesdays, June 17 – August 5
10 am – 12 pm
Forest Explorers gets kids outside and focused on all the cool things our local woodlands have to offer.
Parents, join your kids every Tuesday starting June 17 through August 5 as they participate in hands-on learning and dive into woodland adventures.
Discover local ecology, your artistic side, and how good it feels to splash around in the creek.
Geared to but not limited to grades three, four, and five.
Parents, please accompany your children.
Forest Zen
Sights, Sounds, Smells of the Forest
Wednesday, August 6
6 – 8 pm
Slow down from the fast pace of life on our most relaxing tour. At Forest Zen, we invite participants to disconnect from their phone and reconnect to their senses as they take in the sights, smells, and sounds of the surrounding forest.
Life is hard. Take a break and get your zen on at Forest Zen.
Tree ID
In Search of New Trees
Thursday, August 7
10 am – 12 pm
Always a favorite, Tree ID is a knowledge sharing hike with a focus on identifying different species of trees. Knowledgeable guides walk you through the defining characteristics that make identifying trees fun and easy.
Each month we will set out through Brady’s Run Park in search of terrific new trees we can add to our list. Join us for this family-friendly adventure into the uniquely varied world of trees.
Native Plant Landscaping
Saturday, August 16
10 am – 12 pm
Native plants can make a big difference in your landscape. By adding native trees, shrubs and perennials, you can increase the natural beauty of your property and contribute to a thriving ecosystem all at the same time,
Join us throughout the summer as we discuss why, where, when and how to create vibrant new “Patches” of native plants in your backyard and beyond.
Topics include:
- A Pathway for Pollinators
- Growing plants the easy way
- Understanding trees
- Natives vs. invasives
Movie Night
Films on Beauty and Diversity of Our Planet
Thursday, August 28 • 7 pm
We have a great lineup of environmental films and documentaries to show you this summer. Come to the Forest Exploration Center and Native Tree Nursery to view films documenting some of the pressing issues we are facing on the planet and films that document the beauty and diversity of planet Earth.
August’s feature is FernGully: The Last Rainforest
SEPTEMBER EVENTS
Forest Zen
Sights, Sounds, Smells of the Forest
Wednesday, September 3
6 – 8 pm
Slow down from the fast pace of life on our most relaxing tour. At Forest Zen, we invite participants to disconnect from their phone and reconnect to their senses as they take in the sights, smells, and sounds of the surrounding forest.
Life is hard. Take a break and get your zen on at Forest Zen.
Tree ID
In Search of New Trees
Wednesday, September 10
10 am – 12 pm
Always a favorite, Tree ID is a knowledge sharing hike with a focus on identifying different species of trees. Knowledgeable guides walk you through the defining characteristics that make identifying trees fun and easy.
Each month we will set out through Brady’s Run Park in search of terrific new trees we can add to our list. Join us for this family-friendly adventure into the uniquely varied world of trees.
Native Plant Landscaping
Saturday, September 13
10 am – 12 pm
Native plants can make a big difference in your landscape. By adding native trees, shrubs and perennials, you can increase the natural beauty of your property and contribute to a thriving ecosystem all at the same time,
Join us throughout the summer as we discuss why, where, when and how to create vibrant new “Patches” of native plants in your backyard and beyond.
Topics include:
- A Pathway for Pollinators
- Growing plants the easy way
- Understanding trees
- Natives vs. invasives
Films on the Beauty and Diversity of Our Planet
Movie Night
Friday, September 26
7 pm
We have a great lineup of environmental films and documentaries to show you this summer. Visit the Forest Exploration Center and Native Tree Nursery to view films that document some of the pressing issues we face on the planet, as well as films that showcase the beauty and diversity of planet Earth.
Check back for September’s movie.
Directions to our events
All our events meet at the Forest Exploration Center & Native Tree Nursery in Brady’s Run Park.
We are adjacent to the Maple Syrup Lodge, 526 Brady’s Run Rd, Beaver Falls, PA 15010.
When you get to the park, we are one mile past the Rt. 51 entrance. You will turn left onto a little bridge and the Lodge will be in front of you. Turn left before the Lodge and drive on down to our greenhouse and our office building and pavilion (both are green).
Every donation helps our planet and local ecosystems
If you can’t attend the event but still want to contribute to our fundraising goal, you can do that here or by mail. Thank you!
Mail checks to:
Reforest Our Future
507 Lion Ave
Beaver, PA 15009
Mail checks to:
Reforest Our Future
507 Lion Ave
Beaver, PA 15009