Summer Science Camp

Register HERE (Available March 1)

Join our popular science camp! Location: The Summer Science Camp will be held at the Brandwein Nature Learning Preserve (BNLP), 400 Minisink Turnpike, Port Jervis, New York.

Dates:   Session 1: July 14-19, 2025    Session 2: July 21-25, 2025

Details: Participants are expected to provide their own lunch, beverage, and snacks. The Brandwein Institute will provide water. Participants should also bring a small backpack, face mask, water bottle, sunscreen, and insect repellent.

Cost and Registration: The cost for the five-day program is $200 for one week and $300 for two weeks. We do offer a discount for families that register more than one child. The fee for the first child for 1 week is $200.00 and each additional sibling is $150.00.
For two weeks, the fee for the first child is $300.00 and the fee for each additional sibling is $250.00.

Contact: BISciCamp@gmail.com

 

Saturdays, A Story & A Stroll

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Enjoy nature with your little one on selected Saturdays from May to October from 10:00 to 11:30 am. Bring your child or grandchild (toddler to age 4) for a nature-themed storytime followed by a wonder-filled walk through the preserve with Naturalist, Sara Mayes. All programs will take place at the Brandwein Nature Learning Preserve located at 390 Minisink Turnpike in Port Jervis, NY. Our beautiful trails are easily walkable and all-terrain urban stroller-friendly. Questions? Email sara@brandwein.org

May 17th – Hurray for Hoppy

June 28th – Little Cloud

July 12th – Nature by the Numbers

August 9th – All the Rocks We Love

September 13th – Walter’s Wonderful Web

October 4th – Fall Leaves Fall

 

Sundays at the Preserve

Nature Afternoons

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All of our Sunday programs are from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm and will take place at the Brandwein Nature Learning Preserve located at 390 Minisink Turnpike in Port Jervis, NY 12771. For families with children 5+. Children must be accompanied by an adult. A donation of $5 per person or $10 per family is requested per program. Questions? Email sara@brandwein.org

May 4th – Spring Beauties ~ Wildflower Walk

May 18th – Nature by Design ~ Wild Bird Eggs

June 1st – The Songs of Spring

June 29th – Summer Sky Watching

August 10th – Nature in Miniature

September 21st – Let’s Go Spidering!

October 19th – Fossils Tell Stories

Birds of Prey

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October 26, 2025

Join Wildlife rehabilitator, Bill Streeter of the Delaware Valley Raptor Center for this special presentation featuring several live raptors. His presentation covers predator/prey relationships, wildlife rehabilitation, specific adaptations of the birds present, and various issues facing wildlife today. For all ages. Pre-registration is required! A donation of $5 per individual or $10 per family is requested. Our program will take place at the Brandwein Nature Learning Preserve located at 390 Minisink Turnpike in Port Jervis, NY 12771.  Questions? Email sara@brandwein.org