Let Berks Nature's educators teach your children about nature and natural science! Our Homeschool Programs are specially designed to provide your students with a hands-on learning experience to better understand our natural world and the science underlying our ecosystems. Engage your child's curiosity through experimentation and inquisition, all while under the thoughtful guidance of our…

This webinar series will guide you through converting a small lawn area into a meadow! Each webinar will cover part of the process, from determining if a meadow is right for you to troubleshooting your newly planted meadow and more! When: Tuesdays, March 28 - April 11, 2023, from 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Registration…

Optimizing Milk Quality for Value-added Dairy Products: On-farm practices can significantly impact the quality of finished dairy products. However, these practices may not receive as much attention from dairy producers as production and specified quality measures that affect their bottom lines. Dairy processors monitor specific quality measures critical to producing a high-quality product. The information…

This event is perfect for anyone with existing trees, berry plants or looking to start a small orchard or patch. We cover the most basic concepts, and before you know it, you will have a fruit harvest from your acreages or backyard. When: Thu., Mar. 30, 2023 (6:00 PM - 8:00 PM ET) Registration deadline:…

This program is open to all sheep producers, large and small. Producers in Berks and surrounding areas are all encouraged to attend. The program leader will be an extension educator from western Pennsylvania and will be an extension of the seminar that he offered at Ag Progress Days. The theme of the presentation is about…

Spring Open Farm Red Rope Farm Come out to our Spring Open Farm to chat, meet the animals you've been following on Facebook and see all the new lambs. We will give tours so please wear or bring appropriate footwear in case it's muddy. Also, be aware that our farm is on a hill so…

Celebrate the Easter traditions of the Pennsylvania Dutch with egg hunts, children's activities and crafts, hearth cooking demonstrations, artisans, folklife exhibits, barrel rides and more! This event is free to the public and fun for the whole family.

On Leash egg hunt for Social Dogs 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sunday, April 2. Rain or shine 7 Old Route 22 Kutztown, PA 19530 610-751-1559 www.neverlandk9.com $10 fee per dog Cash ONLY--Pre registration $8 https://neverlandk9.square.site/ 10 eggs- Hard boiled, treats, and prizes. Easter Photo Spot Available Training Demos will be done ever hour…

Do your visitors oooh and ahh over the views or the tranquility of your farm? Have you ever considered opening certain areas of your farm to the public to enjoy for greater appreciation of agriculture and nature? Join us for Low Infrastructure Agritourism: Picnicking and Walking Trails to learn more! Continuing our low infrastructure agritourism…

Time outdoors is key to everyone's health and well-being and that includes toddlers! Nature nurtures the emotional, intellectual and physical development of your little one, and time outside together provides a mutually enriching experience to build memories and bond. Berks Nature created the Nature Tykes program to get you and your child outside for quality…

Don't forget to register for the Berks County Family Ag Safety Day! April 15, 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. Berks County Fairgrounds Come for pesticide or manure hauler credits, while bringing the family for fun, lunch & learning. Registration or more info: https://extension.psu.edu/berks-county-family-ag-safety-day. Limited spaces available, so don't delay. $10 registration for adults taking credit…

Join Extension Specialists for the Living on a Few Acres webinar series, and learn the fundamental information you need to start beekeeping and the production of maple syrup! When: Thu., Apr. 6, 2023 (6:00 PM - 8:00 PM ET) Registration deadline: April 6, 2023, 8:00 p.m. The Living on a Few Acres: Maple Syrup Production…