(subject to change without notice)

Agriculture at the Table: How Hands on Lessons Lead to Minds on Learning by Mike Smith, Derek Davis, and Glen Megan, NH Agriculture in the Classroom – Learn engaging agricultural principles/lessons about foods we eat and the food systems that support them. We’ll explore a couple of quick lessons related to our culturally significant maple, agroforestry, and apple cider making.

Nature Journaling by Heidi Colburn, Certified Nature Journal Educator and Bedford High School Biology Teacher – Explore nature journaling in this interactive workshop.  You will receive an introduction to nature journaling, participate in a guided session, and discover classroom applications for all grades. Please bring a journal and something to write with.

Weather Stations – Sensors & Data Telemetry Weather Stations by Ken Soleyn – Understanding the sensing technologies used for weather parameters including temperature, humidity, barometric pressure, solar radiation, rain/precipitation, wind speed & direction. A weather station will be set up outdoors.

StoryWalk® This Way! by Liz Kautz, Stonewall Farm – StoryWalks® are a versatile, engaging opportunity for children and families to spend more time outdoors while learning something new! Come experience Stonewall Farm’s StoryWalk® trail and learn how to start your own.

Invasive Plant Species – When Green is No Good by Paul Steblein – Invasive species have a great effect on society and ecosystems. Topics will include invasive species, how they affect NH, management principles, example species and how to engage the public. Additional resources will be identified for participants.

The Wonders of Wool: Nourishing Sustainability in the Classroom by Alexandrea Farquhar, Beaver Brook Association – Learn the benefits of wool and the role of sheep in the ecological garden, gain skills in wet and needle felting, and incorporate fiber into your lessons. You will come away with a list of resources and a sample of wool to use in your classroom.

Foods of the Americas:  Abenaki Flint Corn by Mary Doyle and Ashleigh Roberts, Prescott Farm Environmental Education Center – Explore the origins of foods native to the Americas; grind Abenaki flint corn by hand; and make and taste flint corn pancakes.

Wild Scientist Book Club by Jaime Hutchinson and Susie Spikol, Harris Center for Conservation Education – Based on their after-school club at the Jaffrey Public Library, Harris Center naturalists, Susie Spikol and Jaime Hutchinson, will share how to bring the wild to your library, get kids reading books, and have real hands-on STEAM experiences.

Spark Animals, Storytelling, and Science: Trail Cameras as Tools for Nourishing Environmental Education by Jaime McGuigan, Access Conservation – Trail cameras capture surprising wildlife moments and spark curiosity. In this interactive workshop, educators explore how trail cameras teach ecology, inspire storytelling, and expand access, with ethical tips and outdoor placement practice.

Forget the Worksheets: Start a Nature Notebook Today by Sarah Sallade – We will explore resources that support nature journaling, careful observation, and question asking. We will engage in activities that support your growth in keeping a nature notebook, and discuss how they translate to your work with children.

Take Action: Make a Difference for NH Environmental Literacy by Judy Silverberg, New Hampshire Environmental Educators – We will review the updated goals and recommendation of the new plan, so you can become familiar with the content. In small groups we will explore what specific actions you can take as an individual or an organization.

Getting Started with Student-Generated Inquiry by Karen Rent and Jenna Spear, Harris Center for Conservation Education – We will share a process for facilitating student-generated inquiry based on schoolyard observations and research. We will explore outside and walk through the process of creating and implementing an investigation plan with students.

Opportunities for Action by Aubrey Nelson, NH/VT Energy Education Program – Integrating solutionary climate action allows students to nurture places they love and develop lifelong stewardship. Discover activities and resources to build student agency and connections to community, helping students identify as change makers.

Starting Small with Nature-Based Play and Learning by Tracy Ramsey, Four Winds Nature Institute –  Join us to explore a variety of nature-based play & learning strategies and invitations for early childhood and elementary students that will nurture your students’ curiosity and creativity while building peaceful learning communities.

From Separation to Belonging: An Ecocentric Approach to Environmental Learning by Jeannie Kornfeld and Chrissy Morley, Hanover Norwich Schools – Participants are introduced to five ecological principles—a foundational tool of the ecocentric perspective that recognizes the value of healthy, diverse, balanced, and resilient ecosystems. These provide a framework for place-based education.