Brookline Recreation

The Town of Brookline Department of Recreation and Division of Parks and Open Space introduce their new Environmental Education Programs. Brookline is now offering nature based educational programs for families, adults and children that are led by the town's Environmental Educator or special guests. In addition to the public programs listed, the Environmental Educator is available for private programs such as field trips, school programs, Girl and Boy Scout badge work, and birthday parties. All programs can be tailored to fit your needs. For more information, please call Christine Dean in the Environmental Education office at 617-730-2076.

Program #	Title	Days	Dates
1012	Nature Explorations for Children	-Tuesdays	January 8 - March 4, 2008 (no class February 19th)
1013	Nature Explorations for Children	Thursdays	January 10 - March 6, 2008 (no class February 21st)
1017	Family Nature Nights	Friday	January 18, 2008
1021	Vacation Week Programs - Winter Break Nature Nuts	Tuesday	February 19 - Friday, February 22, 2008
2000	Nature Explorations for Children	Thursdays	March 27 - May 22, 2008 (no class April 24th)
2001	Nature Explorations for Children	Thursdays	March 27 - May 22, 2008 (no class April 24th)
2002	Nature Explorations for Children	Fridays	March 28 - May 23, 2008 (no class April 25th)
2003	Nature Explorations for Children		June 23 - June 27, 2008
2004	Nature Explorations for Children		June 23 - June 27, 2008
2005	Family Nature Nights	Friday	February 8, 2008
2006	Family Nature Nights	Friday	March 7, 2008
2007	Family Nature Nights	Friday	April 11, 2008
2008	After School Adventures	Mondays	March 24 - April 14, 2008
2009	After School Adventures	Mondays	April 28 - May 19, 2008
2010	Maple Sugaring	Saturday	March 1, 2008
2011	Maple Sugaring	Saturday	March 1, 2008
2012	Spring Crafts for Kids	Saturday	April 12, 2008
2013	Family Fun Days	Sunday
2014	Vacation Week Programs - Spring Break Eco-Explorers	Tuesday	April 22 - Friday, April 25, 2008
2015	Summer Nature Camps - Little Acorns		June 30 - July 11, 2008 (2 week session, no camp July 4th)
2016	Summer Nature Camps - Sprouts		July 14 - July 25, 2008 (2 week session)
2017	Summer Nature Camps - Junior Rangers		July 28 - August 8, 2008 (2 week session)
2018	Summer Nature Camps - Adventurers		August 11 - August 15 (1 week session)
2019	Summer Nature Camps - Adventurers		August 18 - August 22 (1 week session)

Title Program Number	Nature Explorations for Children 1012
Ages	Ages 2-3
Dates	January 8 - March 4, 2008 (no class February 19th)
Days	-Tuesdays
Times	10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
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Resident Fee	$140 child/adult pair
Non Resident Fee
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Description	Winter Session I All explorers ages 2-5 are invited to discover nature through stories, crafts, activities and hikes in Brookline's parks and sanctuaries! Each class will meet at a different location in Brookline and focus on seasonal nature theme such as seeds, habitats, ponds, animal sounds, and much more. New classes are presented each season, so join us year-round! Nature Explorations aims to increase your budding naturalist's appreciation for science and the outdoors while developing his/ her skills in observation, classification, counting and investigation. This is a great opportunity to expose your child and yourself to some of the amazing natural places in Brookline. Children must be accompanied by an adult, and backpack babies are welcome to attend at no additional cost. Directions and locations will be mailed after registration is complete. In the event of severe weather, participants will be contacted and the class will meet at the Soule Recreation Center.
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Title Program Number	Nature Explorations for Children 1013
Ages	Ages 3-5
Dates	January 10 - March 6, 2008 (no class February 21st)
Days	Thursdays
Times	10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
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Resident Fee	$140 child/adult pair
Non Resident Fee
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Description	Winter Session II All explorers ages 2-5 are invited to discover nature through stories, crafts, activities and hikes in Brookline's parks and sanctuaries! Each class will meet at a different location in Brookline and focus on seasonal nature theme such as seeds, habitats, ponds, animal sounds, and much more. New classes are presented each season, so join us year-round! Nature Explorations aims to increase your budding naturalist's appreciation for science and the outdoors while developing his/ her skills in observation, classification, counting and investigation. This is a great opportunity to expose your child and yourself to some of the amazing natural places in Brookline. Children must be accompanied by an adult, and backpack babies are welcome to attend at no additional cost. Directions and locations will be mailed after registration is complete. In the event of severe weather, participants will be contacted and the class will meet at the Soule Recreation Center.
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Title Program Number	Family Nature Nights 1017
Ages	ages 7 and up
Dates	January 18, 2008
Days	Friday
Times
Register By	January 14, 2008
Resident Fee	$8 for adults and $6 for children
Non Resident Fee
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Description	Looking for a fun, educational way to spend your Friday night? Join Brookline Environmental Education for one of our monthly presentations. Mass Audubon Presents! Mass Mammals - live opossum and skunk demonstration Come to the special preview show from 6:15 p.m. - 6:45 p.m. geared toward children ages 4-6. For ages 7 and up, attend the presentation from 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. This interactive program will give children the opportunity to "meet" local wildlife.
Notes	Location: Eliot Recreation Center

Title Program Number	Vacation Week Programs - Winter Break Nature Nuts 1021
Ages	6-8
Dates	February 19 - Friday, February 22, 2008
Days	Tuesday
Times	8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Register By	February 11, 2008
Resident Fee	$200
Non Resident Fee
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Description	Learn about Brookline's wildlife through games, stories, activities and lessons. We will travel to the parks and sanctuaries in Brookline to learn how plants and animals adapt to winter conditions. We will also journey to the Stone Zoo for a day of indoor animal excitement! Children should bring a lunch and come prepared for the outdoors.
Notes	Soule Recreation Center

Title Program Number	Nature Explorations for Children 2000
Ages	Ages 2-4
Dates	March 27 - May 22, 2008 (no class April 24th)
Days	Thursdays
Times	10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
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Resident Fee	$140 child/adult pair
Non Resident Fee
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Description	Spring Session I All explorers ages 2-5 are invited to discover nature through stories, crafts, activities and hikes in Brookline's parks and sanctuaries! Each class will meet at a different location in Brookline and focus on seasonal nature theme such as seeds, habitats, ponds, animal sounds, and much more. New classes are presented each season, so join us year-round! Nature Explorations aims to increase your budding naturalist's appreciation for science and the outdoors while developing his/ her skills in observation, classification, counting and investigation. This is a great opportunity to expose your child and yourself to some of the amazing natural places in Brookline. Children must be accompanied by an adult, and backpack babies are welcome to attend at no additional cost. Directions and locations will be mailed after registration is complete. In the event of severe weather, participants will be contacted and the class will meet at the Soule Recreation Center.
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Title Program Number	Nature Explorations for Children 2001
Ages	Ages 4-5
Dates	March 27 - May 22, 2008 (no class April 24th)
Days	Thursdays
Times	3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
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Resident Fee	$140 child/adult pair
Non Resident Fee
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Description	Spring Session II All explorers ages 2-5 are invited to discover nature through stories, crafts, activities and hikes in Brookline's parks and sanctuaries! Each class will meet at a different location in Brookline and focus on seasonal nature theme such as seeds, habitats, ponds, animal sounds, and much more. New classes are presented each season, so join us year-round! Nature Explorations aims to increase your budding naturalist's appreciation for science and the outdoors while developing his/ her skills in observation, classification, counting and investigation. This is a great opportunity to expose your child and yourself to some of the amazing natural places in Brookline. Children must be accompanied by an adult, and backpack babies are welcome to attend at no additional cost. Directions and locations will be mailed after registration is complete. In the event of severe weather, participants will be contacted and the class will meet at the Soule Recreation Center.
Notes

Title Program Number	Nature Explorations for Children 2002
Ages	Ages 2-5
Dates	March 28 - May 23, 2008 (no class April 25th)
Days	Fridays
Times	10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
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Resident Fee	$140 child/adult pair
Non Resident Fee
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Description	Spring Session III All explorers ages 2-5 are invited to discover nature through stories, crafts, activities and hikes in Brookline's parks and sanctuaries! Each class will meet at a different location in Brookline and focus on seasonal nature theme such as seeds, habitats, ponds, animal sounds, and much more. New classes are presented each season, so join us year-round! Nature Explorations aims to increase your budding naturalist's appreciation for science and the outdoors while developing his/ her skills in observation, classification, counting and investigation. This is a great opportunity to expose your child and yourself to some of the amazing natural places in Brookline. Children must be accompanied by an adult, and backpack babies are welcome to attend at no additional cost. Directions and locations will be mailed after registration is complete. In the event of severe weather, participants will be contacted and the class will meet at the Soule Recreation Center.
Notes

Title Program Number	Nature Explorations for Children 2003
Ages	Ages 2-4
Dates	June 23 - June 27, 2008
Days
Times	9:00 a.m. - 11:00 p.m.
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Resident Fee	$100 child/adult pair
Non Resident Fee
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Description	Summer Session I All explorers ages 2-5 are invited to discover nature through stories, crafts, activities and hikes in Brookline's parks and sanctuaries! Each class will meet at a different location in Brookline and focus on seasonal nature theme such as seeds, habitats, ponds, animal sounds, and much more. New classes are presented each season, so join us year-round! Nature Explorations aims to increase your budding naturalist's appreciation for science and the outdoors while developing his/ her skills in observation, classification, counting and investigation. This is a great opportunity to expose your child and yourself to some of the amazing natural places in Brookline. Children must be accompanied by an adult, and backpack babies are welcome to attend at no additional cost. Directions and locations will be mailed after registration is complete. In the event of severe weather, participants will be contacted and the class will meet at the Soule Recreation Center.
Notes

Title Program Number	Nature Explorations for Children 2004
Ages	Ages 4-5
Dates	June 23 - June 27, 2008
Days
Times	1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
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Resident Fee	$100 child/adult pair
Non Resident Fee
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Description	Summer Session II All explorers ages 2-5 are invited to discover nature through stories, crafts, activities and hikes in Brookline's parks and sanctuaries! Each class will meet at a different location in Brookline and focus on seasonal nature theme such as seeds, habitats, ponds, animal sounds, and much more. New classes are presented each season, so join us year-round! Nature Explorations aims to increase your budding naturalist's appreciation for science and the outdoors while developing his/ her skills in observation, classification, counting and investigation. This is a great opportunity to expose your child and yourself to some of the amazing natural places in Brookline. Children must be accompanied by an adult, and backpack babies are welcome to attend at no additional cost. Directions and locations will be mailed after registration is complete. In the event of severe weather, participants will be contacted and the class will meet at the Soule Recreation Center.
Notes

Title Program Number	Family Nature Nights 2005
Ages
Dates	February 8, 2008
Days	Friday
Times	6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Register By	February 4, 2008
Resident Fee	$8 for adults and $6 for children
Non Resident Fee
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Description	Looking for a fun, educational way to spend your Friday night? Join Brookline Environmental Education for one of our monthly presentations. It’s a Hoot! This is a great time of year to see and hear owls. Find out about a few of our local species and learn how to recognize their calls in the night. After the presentation, we will venture out for a short walk to practice our new skills.
Notes	Location: Robert T. Lynch Municipal Golf Course at Putterham Meadows

Title Program Number	Family Nature Nights 2006
Ages	4-6
Dates	March 7, 2008
Days	Friday
Times
Register By	March 3, 2008
Resident Fee	$8 for adults and $6 for children
Non Resident Fee
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Description	Looking for a fun, educational way to spend your Friday night? Join Brookline Environmental Education for one of our monthly presentations. Mass Audubon Presents! Reptiles - live turtle and snake demonstration Come to the special preview show from 5:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. geared toward children ages 4-6. For ages 7 and up, attend the presentation from 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. This interactive program will give children the opportunity to "meet" local wildlife.
Notes	Location: Soule Recreation Center

Title Program Number	Family Nature Nights 2007
Ages	Program is appropriate for families with children 6 and up.
Dates	April 11, 2008
Days	Friday
Times	7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Register By	April 7, 2008
Resident Fee	$8 for adults and $6 for children 12 and under
Non Resident Fee
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Description	Looking for a fun, educational way to spend your Friday night? Join Brookline Environmental Education for one of our monthly presentations. Amphibian Night This is the best time of year to see amphibians as they migrate to vernal pools. Find out about a few of our local amphibians and learn how to recognize their calls in the night. After the presentation, we will explore Dane Park, searching for our new friends.
Notes	Location: Robert T. Lynch Municipal Golf Course at Putterham Meadows

Title Program Number	After School Adventures 2008
Ages	6 - 10
Dates	March 24 - April 14, 2008
Days	Mondays
Times	2:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
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Resident Fee	$60 for 4 classes
Non Resident Fee
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Description	Session I This environmental education program focuses on seasonal nature themes. Choose from one of the four-week sessions, or enroll in all eight weeks. After school transportation is available. Vernal Pool Protectors - Our focus will be the flora and fauna of D. Blakely Hoar Sanctuary. We will explore the habitat and create projects to promote the awareness and protection of vernal pools.
Notes	Pick up location: Soule Recreation Center

Title Program Number	After School Adventures 2009
Ages	6 - 10
Dates	April 28 - May 19, 2008
Days	Mondays
Times	2:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
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Resident Fee	$60 for 4 classes
Non Resident Fee
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Description	Session II This environmental education program focuses on seasonal nature themes. Choose from one of the four-week sessions, or enroll in all eight weeks. After school transportation is available. Get Growing! - We will begin by exploring the landscaped gardens found in the parks throughout Brookline. Our observations will help us to create and maintain our own community garden at Soule.
Notes	Pick up location: Soule Recreation Center

Title Program Number	Maple Sugaring 2010
Ages
Dates	March 1, 2008
Days	Saturday
Times	11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Register By	February 25, 2008
Resident Fee	$10 for adults and $8 for children 12 and under
Non Resident Fee
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Description	Session I Maple trees provide beautiful fall foliage in autumn and a sweet sap in spring. Learn some basic tree physiology, explore the trees of Larz Anderson and try your hand at tapping. Enjoy a sweet treat of fresh maple syrup before you go. This is an outdoor program, please dress accordingly. Saturday, March 1, 2008; Inclement weather date: Sunday March 2, 2008
Notes	Larz Anderson Picnic Shelter

Title Program Number	Maple Sugaring 2011
Ages
Dates	March 1, 2008
Days	Saturday
Times	2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Register By	February 25, 2008
Resident Fee	$10 for adults and $8 for children 12 and under
Non Resident Fee
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Description	Session II Maple trees provide beautiful fall foliage in autumn and a sweet sap in spring. Learn some basic tree physiology, explore the trees of Larz Anderson and try your hand at tapping. Enjoy a sweet treat of fresh maple syrup before you go. This is an outdoor program, please dress accordingly. Saturday, March 1, 2008; Inclement weather date: Sunday March 2, 2008
Notes	Larz Anderson Picnic Shelter

Title Program Number	Spring Crafts for Kids 2012
Ages	6 - 10
Dates	April 12, 2008
Days	Saturday
Times	10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Register By	April 7, 2008
Resident Fee	$35
Non Resident Fee
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Description	Drop your child off for a fun and educational day while you relax or run errands. We will create nature crafts, take an outdoor hike at Dane Park and enjoy a snack. Come prepared for the outdoors and bring a bag lunch.
Notes	Soule Recreation Center

Title Program Number	Family Fun Days 2013
Ages
Dates
Days	Sunday
Times
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Resident Fee	$25 per family
Non Resident Fee
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Description	The parks are coming alive with the signs of spring! What better time to participate in games and activities with your family? Exercise, exploration and education in Brookline’s parks! Families who participate in all four weeks will be eligible to compete for prizes. Sunday, April 27 - Family Fishing Festival at Brookline Reservoir Sunday, May 4 - Build a Boat at the Muddy River Sunday, May 11 - Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt at Lost Pond Sunday, May 18 - Relay Races and Picnic Lunch at Larz Anderson
Notes	Times will vary. More information and registration details will be available in February.

Title Program Number	Vacation Week Programs - Spring Break Eco-Explorers 2014
Ages	8-10
Dates	April 22 - Friday, April 25, 2008
Days	Tuesday
Times	8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Register By	April 14, 2008
Resident Fee	$200
Non Resident Fee
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Description	Celebrate Earth Day with a week full of science and nature activities! We will reinforce the principles of earth science, chemistry, biology and physics by participating in earth, wind, water and climate activities. We will travel to the different parks and sanctuaries in Brookline to learn about the science behind our environment. Special activities include guest speakers and a field trip.
Notes	Soule Recreation Center

Title Program Number	Summer Nature Camps - Little Acorns 2015
Ages	5-6
Dates	June 30 - July 11, 2008 (2 week session, no camp July 4th)
Days
Times	8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
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Resident Fee	$450
Non Resident Fee
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Description	Young naturalists can explore the natural areas of Brookline this summer. Little acorns will have the opportunity to visit many of Brookline's parks and sanctuaries, and unravel the mysteries of the natural world through hands-on exploration, stories, arts & crafts, nature walks, and games. We will focus on local wildlife and their habitats. Each day will feature a different theme and a new location for campers to enjoy. Nature Camp is designed to encourage children to discover, enjoy and respect nature through personal experiences.
Notes	Soule Recreation Center

Title Program Number	Summer Nature Camps - Sprouts 2016
Ages	7-8
Dates	July 14 - July 25, 2008 (2 week session)
Days
Times	8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
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Resident Fee	$500
Non Resident Fee
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Description	This older group of naturalists will explore Brookline, focusing on the native plant life and varied habitats found in our natural areas. Sprouts will have the opportunity to visit many of Brookline's parks and sanctuaries, and discover the growth cycle through hands-on exploration, stories, arts & crafts, nature walks, and games. Campers will also participate in the maintenance and harvesting of our community garden. Each day will feature a different theme and new location for campers to enjoy. Nature Camp is designed to encourage children to discover, enjoy and respect nature through personal experiences.
Notes	Soule Recreation Center

Title Program Number	Summer Nature Camps - Junior Rangers 2017
Ages	9-10
Dates	July 28 - August 8, 2008 (2 week session)
Days
Times	8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
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Resident Fee	$500