1212 Edge Hill Road
Abington, PA 19001
215-887-6603
info@briarbush.org
Programs for Children
Most programs require registration.
Please review all program information at the time of registration.
Questions or need help registering? Call 215-887-6603.
Magic Mornings
Program for 2-5-year-olds with Adult
Hey, toddlers! Bring your favorite adult to join a Briar Bush educator for walks, animal encounters, activities, and more. Each week features a new theme, which repeats throughout the week. (Register for one day per week.)
Season: Fall, Winter, and Spring
Location: Briar Bush Nature Center
Days: MOST Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays
Click here to view the September 2024-May 2025 offerings.
Time: 10:30am-11:30am
Cost per Participant/Session: $12.50 | Abington Resident: $11.25 | Briar Bush Member: $10.00
Additional Child in Same Household: $7.50 | Abington Resident: $6.75 | Briar Bush Member: $6.00
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Registration is required for participants ages 2+.
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Children under 2 years of age accompanying a paying participant are free of charge.
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Registration includes one adult.
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The program takes place indoors and outdoors for varying durations of time dependent on the weather, so dress appropriately.
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Programs take place indoors and outdoors for varying durations of time depending on the weather. Please dress appropriately.
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Registration closes at 9:45am the morning of the program.
Cancellation Policy:
Registration fees for Magic Mornings are non-refundable. If you are unable to attend the program, you may transfer to another date if you contact us at least two business days prior to the program date. To transfer, email Melissa Eldridge at melissa@briarbush.org.
Nature Pioneers
Program for 4-6-year-olds
Children are invited to join us on their own for age-appropriate activities, walks, animal encounters, crafts, games, and more! Each week features a new theme.
Season: Fall, Winter, and Spring
Location: Briar Bush Nature Center
Days: MOST Thursdays
Click here to view the September 2024-May 2025 offerings.
Time: 1:00pm-2:30pm
Cost per Participant/Session: $15.00 | Abington Resident: $13.50 | Briar Bush Member: $12.00
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Registration is required.
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A Medical and Pick-Up Consent Form is required to be completed for each participant before the program date. This form is valid from June through to the following May. You will need to log in to the registration system, complete the form, click 'Continue,' click 'Checkout,' then click 'Complete Order' in order for the form to be submitted. If you are not sure if you have completed the form, please email Melissa Eldridge at melissa@briarbush.org.
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This is a drop-off program, come prepared with a backpack, water, and a change of clothes.
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The program takes place indoors and outdoors for varying durations of time dependent on the weather, so dress appropriately.
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Children cannot participate in both Magic Mornings and Nature Pioneers in the same week as the activities are similar.
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Registration closes at 12:00pm the Monday before the program.
Cancellation Policy:
Registration fees for Nature Pioneers are non-refundable. If you are unable to attend the program, you may transfer to another date if you contact us at least two business days prior to the program date. To transfer, email Melissa Eldridge at melissa@briarbush.org.
School's Out, Get Outside!
Program for Children in Grades K-5
When school is not in session, students can spend a day at Briar Bush exploring the outdoors, meeting live animals, making crafts, playing in nature, and more! Be sure to pack a lunch, snacks, water bottle, and full change of clothes.
Season: School Year
Location: Briar Bush Nature Center
Dates: Select Holidays and In-Service Days
Click here to view the September 2024-May 2025 offerings.
Half-Day Session
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Time: 1:00pm-3:30pm
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Cost per Participant/Session: $30.00 | Abington Resident: $27.00 | Briar Bush Member: $24.00
Full-Day Session
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Time: 8:30am-3:30pm
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Cost per Participant/Session: $75.00 | Abington Resident: $67.50 | Briar Bush Member: $60.00
After-Care Session
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Time: 3:30pm-5:30pm
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Cost per Participant/Session: $12.00
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To register for After-Care, click "Keep Shopping" after the sessions are in the cart.
Notes:
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Registration is required.
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A Medical and Pick-Up Consent Form is required to be completed for each participant before the program date. This form is valid from June through to the following May. You will need to log in to the registration system, complete the form, click 'Continue,' click 'Checkout,' then click 'Complete Order' in order for the form to be submitted. If you are not sure if you have completed the form, please email Melissa Eldridge at melissa@briarbush.org.
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This is a drop-off program: Participants must come prepared with a backpack complete with a water bottle, snacks, lunch, and a change of clothes.
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The program takes place indoors and outdoors for varying durations of time dependent on the weather, so dress appropriately.
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Children ages 8+ may travel in the Briar Bush van to local parks during this program.
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Briar Bush Nature Center does not provide transportation from the schools to the program on Half-Day Session dates.
Cancellation Policy:
If you cancel the program 15 days or more before its start date, you will receive an 80% refund (20% service fee). No refunds will be issued within 14 days of the program start date. To cancel, email Melissa Eldridge at melissa@briarbush.org.