• Nature School: Spring Semester

    The Clifton Institute 6712 Blantyre Road, Warrenton, VA, United States

    This series, which takes place between January and May, is a chance for young students to dip their toes into 10 different topics as we watch the land around us […]

    $80.00 – $100.00
  • Open-access Day for Friends of the Clifton Institute

    Event time: Jan 1 - Jan 1
    Recurring
    The Clifton Institute 6712 Blantyre Road, Warrenton, VA, United States

    We invite Friends of the Clifton Institute to come explore the field station on their own every Saturday from mid-January to mid-October. You can become a Friend of Clifton with […]

  • Volunteer Day: Seed Cleaning

    The Clifton Institute 6712 Blantyre Road, Warrenton, VA, United States

    We have been collecting seeds from native plants in the area and we need your help separating the seeds from the other plant material and getting them ready to plant! […]

    Free
  • Nature Club

    The Clifton Institute 6712 Blantyre Road, Warrenton, VA, United States

    We are changing up Nature Club!  Over 5 sessions beginning in January and running through May, Nature Club will be focused on completing one, big project.  Participants will work together […]

    $40.00 – $50.00
  • Bird Walk

    The Clifton Institute 6712 Blantyre Road, Warrenton, VA, United States

    Novice and experienced birders will enjoy this guided 1-2 mile hike to look for the many species of birds that can be found on the field station. We will explore […]

    Free
  • Piedmont Polliwogs

    The Clifton Institute 6712 Blantyre Road, Warrenton, VA, United States

    Piedmont Polliwogs is a monthly pre-K program that includes an outdoor story time and short nature walk. Cost: Free! Age: Children ages 2-5, accompanied by a caregiver Weather policy: Rain or […]

    Free
  • Volunteer Day: Seed Sowing

    The Clifton Institute 6712 Blantyre Road, Warrenton, VA, United States

    We have been collecting seeds from native plants in the area and we need your help planting the seeds in trays! Age: Adults only and children ages 12 and up, […]

    Free
  • Family Nature Walk

    The Clifton Institute 6712 Blantyre Road, Warrenton, VA, United States

    Families with children in grades K-8 are invited to come along as we explore the field station and experience autumn in Virginia. We’ll explore the woods to look for changes […]

    Free
  • After-school Adventure Series

    The Clifton Institute 6712 Blantyre Road, Warrenton, VA, United States

    We are changing up After-school Adventure! Over 5 sessions beginning in January and running through May, After-school Adventure will be focused on completing one, big project. Participants will spend the […]

    $40.00 – $50.00
  • Waterfowl and Animal Behavior Class

    The Clifton Institute 6712 Blantyre Road, Warrenton, VA, United States

    Winter is the perfect time to get good looks at ducks! In this program, students will hone their waterfowl identification, learn some of the principles of studying animal behavior, and […]

    $8.00 – $10.00
  • Volunteer Day: Invasive Species Removal

    The Clifton Institute 6712 Blantyre Road, Warrenton, VA, United States

    Invasive plant species crowd out native plants and provide little to no food for native animals. Every winter we work to remove invasive Autumn Olive and other invasive plants from […]

    Free
  • Walk with a Naturalist

    The Clifton Institute 6712 Blantyre Road, Warrenton, VA, United States

    Join us for a walk on our trails with one our naturalists. Unlike most of our programs, we won’t be looking for anything in particular. Instead we’ll amble and explore […]

    Free
  • Research Talk: American Kestrel Nesting Habitat

    The Clifton Institute 6712 Blantyre Road, Warrenton, VA, United States

    The American Kestrel, North America's smallest falcon, is declining across the Northeast. While there are many possible causes, habitat degradation is likely an important factor. Unfortunately, little is know about […]

    Free
  • Volunteer Day: Invasive Species Removal

    The Clifton Institute 6712 Blantyre Road, Warrenton, VA, United States

    Invasive plant species crowd out native plants and provide little to no food for native animals. Every winter we work to remove invasive Autumn Olive and other invasive plants from […]

    Free
  • Bird Walk

    The Clifton Institute 6712 Blantyre Road, Warrenton, VA, United States

    Note that this is postponed from our normal date of January 29. Novice and experienced birders will enjoy this guided 1-2 mile hike to look for the many species of […]

    Free
  • Volunteer Day: Trail Sign Installation

    The Clifton Institute 6712 Blantyre Road, Warrenton, VA, United States

    Over the last two years we have been working to put up trail signs all around the property so that people can navigate on open-access days. We need your help […]

    Free
  • Winter Tree Identification for Beginners

    The Clifton Institute 6712 Blantyre Road, Warrenton, VA, United States

    Please note that this program was postponed from its original date of January 29. Winter is a great time of year to learn how to identify trees and to practice […]

    $8.00 – $10.00
  • Bird Walk

    The Clifton Institute 6712 Blantyre Road, Warrenton, VA, United States

    Novice and experienced birders will enjoy this guided 1-2 mile hike to look for the many species of birds that can be found on the field station. We will explore […]

    Free
  • Piedmont Polliwogs

    The Clifton Institute 6712 Blantyre Road, Warrenton, VA, United States

    Piedmont Polliwogs is a monthly pre-K program that includes an outdoor story time and short nature walk. Cost: Free! Age: Children ages 2-5, accompanied by a caregiver Weather policy: Rain or […]

    Free
  • Volunteer Day: Trail Sign Installation

    The Clifton Institute 6712 Blantyre Road, Warrenton, VA, United States

    Over the last two years we have been working to put up trail signs all around the property so that people can navigate on open-access days. We need your help […]

    Free
  • Walk with a Naturalist

    The Clifton Institute 6712 Blantyre Road, Warrenton, VA, United States

    Join us for a walk on our trails with one our naturalists. This month, we'll be looking for otters! These playful creatures are often seen on our ponds in early […]

    Free
  • Family Nature Walk

    The Clifton Institute 6712 Blantyre Road, Warrenton, VA, United States

    Families with children in grades K-8 are invited to come along as we explore the field station and experience autumn in Virginia. We’ll explore the woods to look for changes […]

    Free
  • Spotted Salamander Walk

    The Clifton Institute 6712 Blantyre Road, Warrenton, VA, United States

    Once a year, salamanders leave their homes in the woods and head toward vernal pools, temporary ponds created by spring rains and melting winter snow. The conditions must be just […]

    Free
  • Patterns in Nature Classes and Crafts

    6712 Blantyre Road, Warrenton, VA, United States

    Join us for this exciting series of programs all about patterns in nature! Mathematical patterns are all around us, in plants, animals, and even fungi! Knowing where to find them […]

    $25.00 – $30.00
  • Bird Walk

    The Clifton Institute 6712 Blantyre Road, Warrenton, VA, United States

    Novice and experienced birders will enjoy this guided 1-2 mile hike to look for the many species of birds that can be found on the field station. We will explore […]

    Free
  • Woodcock Watch

    The Clifton Institute 6712 Blantyre Road, Warrenton, VA, United States

    The American Woodcock is one of our stealthiest birds, but it’s also one of the most fun to watch when they do show themselves. On early spring evenings, the males […]

    $8.00 – $10.00
  • Bird Walk

    The Clifton Institute 6712 Blantyre Road, Warrenton, VA, United States

    Novice and experienced birders will enjoy this guided 1-2 mile hike to look for the many species of birds that can be found on the field station. We will explore […]

    Free
  • Piedmont Polliwogs

    The Clifton Institute 6712 Blantyre Road, Warrenton, VA, United States

    Piedmont Polliwogs is a monthly pre-K program that includes an outdoor story time and short nature walk. Cost: Free! Age: Children ages 2-5, accompanied by a caregiver Weather policy: Rain or […]

    Free
  • Woodcock Watch

    The Clifton Institute 6712 Blantyre Road, Warrenton, VA, United States

    The American Woodcock is one of our stealthiest birds, but it’s also one of the most fun to watch when they do show themselves. On early spring evenings, the males […]

    $8.00 – $10.00
  • Family Nature Walk

    The Clifton Institute 6712 Blantyre Road, Warrenton, VA, United States

    Families with children in grades K-8 are invited to come along as we explore the field station and experience autumn in Virginia. We’ll explore the woods to look for changes […]

    Free