Programs for Up to 30 Individuals

Lenape Living

1-Hour Program

Up to 25 Individuals

Available in All Seasons

Participants explore the lives of the Lenape people who have lived in Pennsylvania for over 600 years by learning about historic Lenape culture, practices, and daily activities; trying their hand at grinding corn; feeling deerskin clothing; and playing traditional Lenape games. 

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Programs for Up to 50 Individuals

Live Animal Encounter and Guided Seasonal Sensory Hike Combination

1-Hour or 1.5-Hour Program

Up to 50 Individuals

Available in All Seasons

Our Live Animal Encounter and Guided Seasonal Sensory Hike Program is one of our most popular programs! Participants have the chance to get hands-on with their favorite resident critters AND enjoy a hike along our always-changing trails. Content and vocabulary will be age-appropriate.

• General Animal Program

  • Allow the assigned experienced educator to choose the animal line-up for this exciting live animal presentation!

• Animals Eat What!?!

  • From carnivores to herbivores and everything in between, animals eat all different kinds of food. In this program, you'll meet animals with different diets and learn why eating things we may consider gross is deliciously good for that animal and the environment as well.

• Where in Winter?

  • When it's cold outside, animals don't have mittens or hot chocolate to keep them warm. Instead, some sleep through the winter, some have thick fur to stay active, and others just pack up and leave! Learn all about how nature beats the cold in this cool program.

• Reptiles All Around

  • They're cold-blooded, they're scaly - they're reptiles! Reptiles are some of the most fascinating and misunderstood animals on the planet. Get up close and personal with turtles, snakes, and lizards and find out what makes these critters s-s-spectacular and not so scary.

• What’s Your Cover?

  • From fur, to feathers, to scales, and more, animals have all different kinds of things that cover their bodies. Some coverings keep an animal warm, some help them to disappear, and some even help an animal be noticed. Meet a variety of animals and learn how what they wear helps them to survive!

• Slither, Scurry, and Soar

  • They slither, crawl, hop, fly, and scurry. Each animal has its own unique way of moving. Watch Briar Bush's animals move in their own unique ways and then try doing some moving of your own!

• Animal Defenses - Put 'Em Up!

  • How would you protect yourself in a dangerous situation? Animals have a variety of ways that they protect themselves; some are familiar, some are gross, and some are downright bizarre! Learn about animal defenses from our not-so-dangerous animal ambassadors.

 

Guided Seasonal Sensory Hike

1-Hour Program

Up to 50 Individuals

Available in All Seasons

Each season brings something new to Briar Bush. We offer seasonal hikes in which we can tailor the topic to the group’s interest. Join us for a guided hike relating to plants, birds, insects, habitats, animal signs and more! Content and vocabulary will be age-appropriate.

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Pond Study and Guided Seasonal Sensory Hike Combination

1-Hour or 1.5-Hour Program

Up to 50 Individuals

Available April-October

See turtles lined up on a log, insects that can walk on water, and frogs hopping to hide! Using hand nets and magnifying lenses, participants will explore the natural wonders of the Briar Bush Pond AND enjoy a hike along our always-changing trails. Content and vocabulary will be age-appropriate.

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Pond Study and Live Animal Encounter Combination

1-Hour or 1.5-Hour Program

Up to 50 Individuals

Available April-October

See turtles lined up on a log, insects that can walk on water, and frogs hopping to hide! Using hand nets and magnifying lenses, participants will explore the natural wonders of the Briar Bush Pond AND have the chance to get hands-on with their favorite resident critters. Content and vocabulary will be age-appropriate.

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Lenape Living and Guided Seasonal Hike Combination

1.5-Hour Program

Up to 50 Individuals

Available in All Seasons

Participants explore the lives of the Lenape people who have lived in Pennsylvania for over 600 years by learning about historic Lenape culture, practices, and daily activities; trying their hand at grinding corn; feeling deerskin clothing; and playing traditional Lenape games AND enjoy a hike along our always-changing trails.

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Custom Programs

1-Hour or 1.5-Hour Program

Number of Individuals Dependent Upon Program

Availability Dependent Upon Program

Briar Bush Nature Center has the ability to create custom programs for groups who would like our lessons and programs tailored to their interests. Please call (215) 887-6603 to discuss your request with our Program and Guest Services Coordinator.

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