Learning for Littles
Thank you Sodoma Law Belmont for sponsoring Learning for Littles! Alternating Wednesdays and Fridays | March-October | The Trailhead Store Picnic Area | Free! Stowe invites you and your toddlers to join our free, outdoor nature-themed learning experience, including a read-aloud story, puppets and an activity for children ages 0-4 and their caregivers. These learning
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Forest Bathing
Join us on this journey to unplug, slow down and reconnect with yourself and the natural world around you. Forest Bathing (also known as the Japanese practice of Shinrin-yoku) invites you to explore the natural world using your five senses. This is not a hike or naturalist walk; it’s a meditative, guided wander in nature.
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Birding Walks
Visitor PavilionEmbark on a nature-filled adventure with our Birding Walks at Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden! Led by longtime Garden volunteer and avid birdwatcher, Gail Ice, this guided walk offers a unique opportunity to explore the diverse avian life that calls our Garden trails home. Whether you're a seasoned birder or just starting out, join us for
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Bourbon + Beer Trail
Friday, June 19 | 6-8 p.m. | The Gardens Adults can enjoy the sounds and sips of summer at Stowe, too! Kick off your Father's Day weekend with our unique Bourbon + Beer Trail! Stroll the shady Adventure Trail and sample a curated selection of bourbons and beers at your own pace while taking in
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Free Guided Docent Tour
Join us every Saturday at 11 a.m. in the Garden Pavilion March-September for a free guided docent tour! One of our expert docent volunteers will lead you through a guided tour of the garden, covering Stowe's history, habitats, plants, gardens and more. This is a completely free tour and no pre-registration is necessary. Just meet
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Dad-Cathalon
Saturday, June 20 | 11 a.m.-2 p.m. | The Four Seasons Lawn | Garden Admission or Membership We're calling all dads to lace up their New Balances and put on their best jorts - we're hosting the ultimate Dad-Cathalon on the Four Seasons Lawn! On Saturday, June 20, we're challenging dads to participate in a
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Pickin’ on the Porch
TrailheadSaturdays | 2-4 p.m. | The Trailhead Store Porch | Free! Join us for a free afternoon of music and fun to liven up your Saturday afternoons. All performances run from 2-4 p.m. on The Trailhead Store porch (weather permitting). Enjoy a talented rotation of musical artists, good food, coffee, wine, craft beer and good
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Coffee + Crafts: Bleach Tie Dye
Sunday, June 21 | 9-10:30 a.m. | The Trailhead Store Picnic Area | $25 Start your morning with creativity and connection at Coffee + Crafts, held at Daniel Stowe Conservancy every third Sunday of the month. Each session features a hands-on craft project, guided by instructors, with materials provided—no prior experience needed. Enjoy a freshly
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Free Guided Docent Tour
Join us every Sunday at 1:30 p.m. in the Garden Pavilion April-September for a free guided docent tour! One of our expert docent volunteers will lead you through a guided tour of the garden, covering Stowe's history, habitats, plants, gardens and more. This is a completely free tour and no pre-registration is necessary. Just meet
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Butterfly Release Experience
Wednesday, June 24 | 11:30 a.m. | The Gardens at Stowe | Ages 12+ | $5 (General Garden Admission or Membership required) Part of our Pollinator Week Programming Become part of the magic as you help welcome our newest butterflies to the Butterfly Bungalow. During this behind-the-scenes experience, participants will take part in releasing butterflies
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Guided Pollinator Garden Walk
Part of our Pollinator Week Series Wednesday, June 24 | 1:30-2:15 p.m. | The Gardens | $15* Celebrate Pollinator Week with a guided tour of Stowe's pollinator gardens and native prairie led by members of our horticulture team. Explore the vibrant landscapes that support butterflies, bees, moths, hummingbirds, and countless other pollinators while learning about
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Village Market
Thursday, June 25 | 4-6 p.m. | Farmhouse Courtyard | Free! Join us at the Village Market—where fresh produce, local makers and community spirit come together. Stroll through a vibrant collection of seasonal produce, handcrafted goods and thoughtfully prepared foods, all sourced from local farmers and artisans. Each visit offers something new, from just-picked fruits
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Pollinator Mosaic Workshop
Thursday, June 25 | 4:30-6 p.m. | The Farmhouse | Recommended Ages 12+ | $30 Member; $35 Non-member Part of our Pollinator Week Programming. Celebrate Pollinator Week by creating a one-of-a-kind mosaic inspired by the creatures that keep our gardens blooming. In this hands-on workshop, participants will design and assemble a pollinator-themed mosaic using colorful
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Free Nature Photography Walk
Thursday, June 25 | 6-7:30 p.m. | The Trailhead Store | Free Join us for Nature Photography Walks led by professional photographer Nelson Stegall! These 1.5 hour walks are typically hosted the fourth Thursday of each month and are designed to immerse you in nature, slow down and capture meaningful images inspired by the Slow
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Learning for Littles
Thank you Sodoma Law Belmont for sponsoring Learning for Littles! Alternating Wednesdays and Fridays | March-October | The Trailhead Store Picnic Area | Free! Stowe invites you and your toddlers to join our free, outdoor nature-themed learning experience, including a read-aloud story, puppets and an activity for children ages 0-4 and their caregivers. These learning
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Pollinator Puddler Workshop
Friday, June 26 | 10-11 a.m. | Farmhouse | $30 per participant | Limited to 15 Participants Part of our Pollinator Week Programming. Help pollinators beat the summer heat while creating unique garden art of your own. In this hands-on Pollinator Week workshop, participants will create up to two pollinator puddlers using upcycled dishes, terracotta
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Butterfly Walk
Butterfly Walk Dates June 12 + 26 July 10 + 24 August 14 + 28 September 11 + 25 Embark on a pollinator-filled adventure with our Butterfly Walks at Daniel Stowe Conservancy! Join us every second and fourth Friday of the month from June through September for a guided Butterfly Walk through The Gardens, led
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Butterfly Bungalow Tour: Host Plants + Caterpillars
Friday, June 26 | 3-3:30 p.m. | $10 (General Garden Admission or Membership required) | Limited to 20 Participants Part of our Pollinator Week Programming. Go beyond the butterfly and discover the often-overlooked world of caterpillars during this special Pollinator Week experience inside the Butterfly Bungalow. Led by Butterfly Exhibit Specialist Candace Duncan, this private
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Pickin’ on the Porch
TrailheadSaturdays | 2-4 p.m. | The Trailhead Store Porch | Free! Join us for a free afternoon of music and fun to liven up your Saturday afternoons. All performances run from 2-4 p.m. on The Trailhead Store porch (weather permitting). Enjoy a talented rotation of musical artists, good food, coffee, wine, craft beer and good
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Butterfly Banquet Experience
Saturday, June 27 + Sunday, June 28 | 3-3:30 p.m. | $5 (Garden Admission or Membership required) Get up close with the butterflies of the Butterfly Bungalow during this special feeding experience. Using a nectar stick provided by our staff, participants will have the opportunity to offer a sweet treat to the butterflies and enjoy
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