Garden Explorers

Garden Explorers is an outdoor, educational adventure where students engage with nature through science. This 2-hour program is geared towards K-6th graders and includes a craft and garden snack. Garden Explorers classes align with Girl Scout badges (Daisies, Brownies & Juniors) and are open to all learners.

Topics Include: Bugs, How Does Your Garden Grow?, Petal Power, Explore the 5 Senses, Art in the Outdoors

Cost: $25 per child with a 50% discount for National City residents

Cancellation Policy: If you cannot attend the class, and would like to reschedule, notify us within 72 hours of the scheduled class. For a full refund, you must notify us within 5 days of the scheduled class given staff time needed to purchase and prep class supplies.

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For any questions, please contact Environmental Education Specialist, Maya, at [email protected].

Upcoming Classes

Garden Explorers February: Petal Power!
Garden Explorers February: Petal Power!
Saturday, February 14, 2026   12:00 am

Welcome all K-6th graders to Olivewood Gardens Garden Explorers: Petal Power! Come to the garden to celebrate your love of nature with exploration, art making, and a snack. Bring your excitement and jackets because we will be enjoying our time outside!

Garden Explorers March: 5 Senses!
Garden Explorers March: 5 Senses!
Saturday, March 14, 2026   9:30 am – 11:30 am

Calling all K-6th grade explorers! Get ready to awaken your senses this spring at Olivewood Gardens and Learning Center. Join us on Saturday, March 14th, from 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM for a hands-on adventure into the science of how we see, hear, touch, taste, and smell the world around us. Don’t miss out on the fun—secure your spot today!

Garden Explorers April: Bugs!
Garden Explorers April: Bugs!
Saturday, April 11, 2026   9:30 am – 11:30 am

Welcoming all K-6th graders to Olivewood Gardens. Spring time is filled with flowers and that means our pollinator friends are buzzing around! Sign your little one up for a morning of bug hunting and exploration! Saturday, April 11th 9:30am-11:30am.

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