521805 - FAMILY FIREFLY HIKE

All participants must be registered. All children must be accompanied by a registered adult. Join Westmoor Park Naturalists as we take a hike at sunset. We will be on the lookout for summer fireflies. We will also listen for owls, search for "night-shift" mammals, and explore the woods after the sun goes down. Dress to be outdoors. Instructor: Westmoor Park Staff

521820 - HAYRIDES

All ages; all children must be accompanied by an adult
Snuggle into the hay and take a scenic tractor-pulled ride along the trails at the park and then we'll roast marshmallows by the campfire. Dress for the weather. Fee is per person age 3 to adult. Age two and under free. All participants (including infants) must be registered. Instructor: Westmoor Park Staff

524104 - Stroller Hike

(Explore the natural world with your child. We will take a nature walk through our trails and enjoy a visit to the farm! You may bring a stroller or wagon for the walk outside. Fee is per parent/child pair. One additional child at ½-fee.

524141 - Gentle Touch

Learn with your child to approach critters with a "gentle touch." We will introduce you to the various animals on our farm and in the Discovery Room. Fee is per parent/child pair. One additional child at ½-fee.

524190 - Tuesday Outdoor Adventu

Each class will feature an exciting new topic from insects to farm animals. There will be crafts and stories too!. Register for the whole series at a discount through April 15. Registration for individual sessions begins April 16. Dress to be outdoors in all weather conditions. Child must be toilet trained on the first day of class. Instructor: Cheryl Andrews

524192 - Westmoor Park Wednesday Outdoo

Each class will feature an exciting new topic from insects to farm animals. There will be crafts and stories too!. Register for the whole series at a discount through April 15. Registration for individual sessions begins April 16. Dress to be outdoors in all weather conditions. Child must be toilet trained on the first day of class. Instructor: Cheryl Andrews

524194 - Thursday Outdoor Adventures

524405 - MOTHER'S DAY BASKET

Mother/child class. Come to the park and enjoy a fun-filled afternoon planting an annual basket that you'll enjoy the entire growing season. You can choose from a nice selection of flowering plants, and you'll also learn how to care for them. At the end of class, take your Mother's Day basket home to enjoy. Instructor: Jane Gottier, Park Horticulturist

524423 - Wilderness Experts

These programs together form a series of adventure-filled learning, focusing on outdoor survival skills and nature exploration. Sign up for the entire series at a discount through May 15. Registration for individual sessions opens May 16.

524425 - INDOOR ANIMAL FEEDING

Help our Westmoor Naturalists take care of the animals in the Discovery Room! Make salads for the turtles, hand-feed crickets to the geckos, and watch the snakes eat mice. Please note: some of our animal foods include peanuts and other nuts and grains.

524428 - Nature Art

Discover beauty in nature at Westmoor Park. This program is designed for kids with an interest in nature and art. Register for the entire series at a discount through April 26. Registration for individual sessions opens April 27. Instructor: Jane Gottier, Park Horticulturist

524444 - Mozzarella-Making for Children

Making homemade mozzarella is easy, fun, and a great activity for kids. We will use farm-fresh pasteurized milk from a local dairy and have a great time stretching and tasting the cheese. All equipment and ingredients will be provided, however, mozzarella-making "kits" will be available (just add milk) for sale for $19.50 (payable to the Instructor after class) so your child can bring home everything they need to teach you how to make it too!

524446 - After School Farmers

These programs together form a series of fun, action-packed classes designed for kids who love animals and want to learn more about the process of farming and farm life. Sign up for the entire series for a discount through April 17. Registration for individual sessions opens April 18.

524474 - Rainbow Garden

Come to the park and help us plant a Rainbow Garden created with plants grown in our greenhouse. Learn about planting and design using the color wheel. We will learn about the care of the garden, and at the end of class free seeds will be given out so you can plant a Rainbow Garden in your own yard. Dress for the weather. Instructor: Jane Gottier, Park Horticulturist

524476 - Recycled Container Garden

Recycle your old containers from home to create a beautiful herb garden. We will supply the soil, plants, and seeds for your edible creation! We will get a chance to walk through the Herb Garden and discuss the many uses of herbs. Instructor: Jane Gottier, Park Horticulturist

524701 - Morning Bird Walks

Westmoor Park Programs go outdoors in all weather conditions, please dress accordingly.
Westmoor is a great spot for migrating birds. We'll walk each week, observing the progression of spring while finding an array of migrating birdlife - especially warblers. Register for all five sessions! Includes bagels & coffee after the walk. Instructor: Larry Lunden

524702 - Westmoor Park Bird Migration C

524704 - Perennial Garden Basics

This class will look at all the angles concerning installation and maintenance of a perennial garden. A hands-on demonstration will follow an indoor discussion. Instructor: Jane Gottier, Park Horticulturist

524724 - FAQ's For the Organic Vegetabl

Join us for a series of open discussions in the Vegetable Garden at Westmoor Park. Bring your questions, concerns, puzzles, and queries, along with photos of your garden, and photos of any problems, insects, or diseases, and we will tackle them in order! Each session will have a timely seasonal topic, such as which plants to plant when, but any questions or discussion would be welcome. For adults and families. Children under 14 must be accompanied by an adult. All particpants must be registered.
April 4: Starting seeds under lights and soil testing. May 1: Vertical gardening, and planting tomatoes, peppers and squash. June 5: Mulching, watering, and signs of problems. July 10: Insects and Diseases. August 7: Crop rotation, cover crops, and "green manure". Sign up for the series at a discount through April 1. Registration for individual sessions begins April 2.

524750 - FAMILY FRESHWATER FISHING CLAS

524752 - Family Fishing Festival

THE FISHING FESTIVAL IS LOCATED AT FERNRIDGE PARK ON FERN STREET.
PLEASE BRING YOUR OWN FISHING GEAR.
YOU MAY BRING YOUR OWN BAIT (LURES, FLIES, WORMS, ETC.)
OR BUY WORMS AT THE FESTIVAL.
UPON ARRIVAL, PLEASE CHECK IN AT THE REGISTRATION TABLE.
CHILDREN MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY A SUPERVISING ADULT.
FISHING IS FOR CHILDREN AND ADULTS.
FOOD & BEVERAGE WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE.
Join us at Fernridge Park for a morning of fun focused on learning how to fish. There will be learning stations to explore, games, casting lessons, and fishing for the wohole family. The fishing festival is located at Fernridge Park on Fern Street. Please bring your own fishing gear. You may bring your own bait (lures, flies, worms, etc.) or buy worms at the festival. Upon arrival, please check in at the registration table. Children must be accompanied by a supervising adult. Fishing is for children and adults, and adults 16 and older need a valid fishing license to fish. Food & beverage will be available for purchase.

524780 - Learn to Compost

Have a Breakdown! Learn to Compost. Have you tried to make compost with no success? Learn to "break down" but in a good way! In this class you will learn about the C/N ratio, "hot vs. cool" composting, the "trash can" technique, compost tea and much more. Sounds mysterious but it is incredibly easy, and your garden will love you for it. Everyone may take home a container of Westmoor's own "compost starter". Instructor: Rosemary Aldridge

524815 - Organic Gardening Techniques

Just what is organic gardening? The term can be confusing. In this class you will learn how to enhance your soil, how to prevent and control insects and diseases, how to attract beneficial insects and pollinators, the basics of composting, and much more! Instructor: Rosemary Aldridge

524871 - Plant a Row For The Hungry

Jane Gottier, the Westmoor Park Horticulturist will hold this free orientation for anyone who may be interested in learning more about our volunteer opportunity and the Plant a Row campaign. We will discuss organic gardening, vegetable plants and learn about working in the garden from weeding to harvesting. Free seeds for all participants. Dress to be outdoors in all weather. Instructor: Jane Gottier, Park Horticulturist