Upcoming 2026 Programs
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Join us on Saturday, October 10, 2026 as we plan to walk in the IUP Homecoming Parade. We are inviting current and former students and their families to join us as we share our outdoor school community with the larger Indiana area community. Click the link to email us if you're interested in joining!
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Night in the Woods
Who: Children ages 6-14
When: Friday, September 25 from 6:00-8:00
What: On certain Friday nights let the kids join us for traditional "night games" and night hikes in the woods while the parents get a night off
Where: Mother Earth Farm
Bring: Clothing suitable for the weather, flashlight, bug spray, water bottle
Cost: $15
Register: Click below to register your child/ren
Who: Children ages 6-14
When: Friday, September 25 from 6:00-8:00
What: On certain Friday nights let the kids join us for traditional "night games" and night hikes in the woods while the parents get a night off
Where: Mother Earth Farm
Bring: Clothing suitable for the weather, flashlight, bug spray, water bottle
Cost: $15
Register: Click below to register your child/ren
Field Trips and Half Day Programs
We now offer programs for community and school organizations. We can cater the experience to what your program is looking for!
We offer 2-3 hour preschool/elementary programs and longer programs for middle school/high school groups with the ability to provide experiences geared towards your programs' needs. Other groups we can work with include, but aren't limited to, home school families, scout troops, clubs, PreK-8th grade field trips, preschools, and more! Email us to learn how we can work with your organization to get everyone outside and immersed in the natural world! |
Examples of programs we can lead are below, but we can also curate a different experience based on your needs! Email us to learn more.
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FREE: Chores on the Farm
Date: Feb date TBD
Time: 9:30-10:30 AM
Location: Nature Works Farm, 3741 PA-56 E, Homer City, PA
Parents and kids of all ages join us on the first Friday for a walk around Nature Works Farm and meet some of our animals! Wear Boots!
Group rates also available for private sessions.
Cost: Free
Date: Feb date TBD
Time: 9:30-10:30 AM
Location: Nature Works Farm, 3741 PA-56 E, Homer City, PA
Parents and kids of all ages join us on the first Friday for a walk around Nature Works Farm and meet some of our animals! Wear Boots!
Group rates also available for private sessions.
Cost: Free
Fungi, the other F
Who: Youth organization or class, program is geared towards children ages 6 through 18
When: Email us to schedule a date for your organization/class. The best times of the year are spring, summer, & fall (most likely to see many fungal species!)
What: Flora and fauna are heavily studied and taught areas of the natural world, but the fungi kingdom has been underrepresented! Join our mycologist in training for an hour long program all about fungi. Learn the basics of the fungi, how they grow, where you can find them, why they are important, and more! Followed by an immersive hike searching for different fungal species.
Where: Mother Earth Farm, 4420 Warren Road, Indiana, PA
Bring: Waterproof boots and wear clothing for the weather
Cost: $5 per student (large group rate available, contact us for more info)
Who: Youth organization or class, program is geared towards children ages 6 through 18
When: Email us to schedule a date for your organization/class. The best times of the year are spring, summer, & fall (most likely to see many fungal species!)
What: Flora and fauna are heavily studied and taught areas of the natural world, but the fungi kingdom has been underrepresented! Join our mycologist in training for an hour long program all about fungi. Learn the basics of the fungi, how they grow, where you can find them, why they are important, and more! Followed by an immersive hike searching for different fungal species.
Where: Mother Earth Farm, 4420 Warren Road, Indiana, PA
Bring: Waterproof boots and wear clothing for the weather
Cost: $5 per student (large group rate available, contact us for more info)
Out of School Holiday Club
Who: Elementary aged children 6-14
When: Monday, February 16, 2026 from 9:00-2:00
What: During break from school we invite your child/ren to join us for part-day programs outdoors exploring our natural areas at Mother Earth Farm or Nature Works Farm
Where: Mother Earth Farm
Bring: Waterproof clothing for a day spent outdoors, a packed lunch, & a water bottle
Cost: $30 per session per child
Register: Please submit a registration form for each child you wish to register
Who: Elementary aged children 6-14
When: Monday, February 16, 2026 from 9:00-2:00
What: During break from school we invite your child/ren to join us for part-day programs outdoors exploring our natural areas at Mother Earth Farm or Nature Works Farm
Where: Mother Earth Farm
Bring: Waterproof clothing for a day spent outdoors, a packed lunch, & a water bottle
Cost: $30 per session per child
Register: Please submit a registration form for each child you wish to register
Owl Prowl
Who: Families specifically with children ages 4 and up
When: Community Owl Prowl: Sunday, Nov 16, 2025 from 6:00-7:00 (weather permitting)
If you'd like to schedule a private program for your school/youth organization please email us so we can pick a date that works
What: Join us for an hour of nighttime thrills as we have a mini lesson on owls then go prowling into the woods calling in real owls (the secret is staying quiet!)
Where: Mother Earth Farm, 4420 Warren Road, Indiana, PA
Bring: Headlamp or flashlight, water proof boots
Cost: Free during Community Owl Prowl or $5 per student (large group rate available, contact for more info)
Who: Families specifically with children ages 4 and up
When: Community Owl Prowl: Sunday, Nov 16, 2025 from 6:00-7:00 (weather permitting)
If you'd like to schedule a private program for your school/youth organization please email us so we can pick a date that works
What: Join us for an hour of nighttime thrills as we have a mini lesson on owls then go prowling into the woods calling in real owls (the secret is staying quiet!)
Where: Mother Earth Farm, 4420 Warren Road, Indiana, PA
Bring: Headlamp or flashlight, water proof boots
Cost: Free during Community Owl Prowl or $5 per student (large group rate available, contact for more info)
Winter Solstice Community Lantern Hike
Who: Open to the community and their families
When: 12/18/2025 at 6:00 PM
What: Join us as we celebrate the winter solstice for a short hike with family and friends through our woods. Please bring lanterns and wear clothing appropriate for the weather.
Where: Mother Earth Farm, 4420 Warren Road, Indiana, PA
Cost: Free family event
Who: Open to the community and their families
When: 12/18/2025 at 6:00 PM
What: Join us as we celebrate the winter solstice for a short hike with family and friends through our woods. Please bring lanterns and wear clothing appropriate for the weather.
Where: Mother Earth Farm, 4420 Warren Road, Indiana, PA
Cost: Free family event
Home Education Programs - Click on link or choose the tab to take you to the new page for all of our home education programs
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Monthly Nature Labs
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