Little Explorers Program

LITTLE EXPLORERS FALL NATURE PRESCHOOL PROGRAM 2026
Share in your child’s sense of wonder. Nature Preschool classes are open to children aged 2-6 with an adult. Each class includes guided nature walks, stories, songs and hands-on activities, perfect for inquisitive adventurers and their grownups (parents, grandparents, or caregivers).

Choose either 10:30-11:30 am or 12:30-1:30 pm
Registration: Opens for Members August 11 at 9 am | Opens for Non-members August 18 at 9 am
Pre-registration is recommended as programs often sell out.
For questions, contact Kait Ness at 410-557-9570, x 261 or kness@ladewgardens.com.

FEES
$10 per Member child/adult pair (Family level & up)
$22 per Non-member child/adult pair
$10 each extra sibling, 12 months and older
Fee includes admission to the Gardens and Nature Walk (April to October) and the Butterfly House (July to September).

Friday, September 4
Crazy for Caterpillars
Whether fuzzy, smooth, striped or spotted, caterpillars are so fun to watch.  Join us as we learn about caterpillars and the butterflies or moths that they grow into.

Register 10:30 am
Register 12:30 pm

Monday, September 14
Seeds on the Go
Some pop, some float, some drift down a river like a boat.  Let’s find out about the many cool ways that plant seeds get around. 

Register 10:30 am
Register 12:30 pm

Tuesday, October 6
Busy Bees
The bees in the garden have been very busy busy busy.  Come find out what all the buzz is about.

Register 10:30 am
Register 12:30 pm

Friday, October 23
Beautiful Bats
Did you know that bats can eat thousands of bugs in one evening? Let’s learn about this and other cool facts as we read about these fascinating flyers of the night.

Register 10:30 am
Register 12:30 pm