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.
Olivewood Gardens Private Youth Program Sign Up
For any questions, please contact Environmental Education Specialist, Maya, at [email protected].

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