1212 Edge Hill Road
Abington, PA 19001
215-887-6603
info@briarbush.org
Programs for All Ages
Most programs require registration for participants ages 2+.
Please review all program information at the time of registration.
Questions or need help registering? Call 215-887-6603.
EarthFest 2026 - Biodiversity: The Spice of Life
Celebrate the Earth at our annual Earth Day celebration! Enjoy a variety of activities, including guided hikes, animal encounters, games, crafts, and more. No registration required.
Location: Briar Bush Nature Center
Date: Sunday, April 26, 2026
Time: 1:00pm-4:00pm
Cost: FREE (Registration is not required!)
Sponsored by The DuPey Team, Pillar to Post.
Notes:
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The festival takes place indoors and outdoors, rain or shine, for varying durations of time. Dress appropriately for the weather. In extreme weather, the festival may be cancelled.
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No registration required.
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Questions? Call 215-887-6603.
Sensory Adventure
Humans and animals alike use their senses to explore the world around them. Discover creatures that taste with their feet, identify objects through touch, smell the air with their tongue, and more! Use your senses on a guided hike and learn how our animal ambassadors use their senses.
Location: Briar Bush Nature Center
Date: Saturday, May 9, 2026
Time: 2:00pm-3:00pm
Cost: $12.50 | Abington Resident: $11.25 | BBNC Member: $10.00
Notes:
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This program requires registration for participants ages 2+. Children under 2 years of age do not require registration and are free of charge.
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If registering children, adult registration is required; this is not a drop-off program.
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The program takes place indoors and outdoors, rain or shine, for varying durations of time. Trail surfaces include asphalt, woodchips, gravel, compacted soil, exposed roots, and/or water bars. The trails may be sloped and uneven.
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Please dress appropriately for the weather. You will be contacted in the case of cancellation due to extreme weather.
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Registration closes 5/8/26 at 12:00pm.
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Questions or need help registering? Call 215-887-6603.
Cancellation Policy:
If you cancel the program 15 days or more before its start date, you will receive an 80% refund (20% service fee). No refunds will be issued within 14 days of the program start date. To cancel, email Melissa Eldridge at melissa@briarbush.org.
Owl Prowl - Popsicle Program
Whinnies, screeches, and hoots – oh my! Join us in meeting our live owl ambassadors, learning about their specialized senses, and getting a sneak peak of their life at night. We’ll also explore the trails in search of resident wild owls. Then, enjoy refreshing popsicles after the program.
Location: Briar Bush Nature Center
Date: Wednesday, June 24, 2026
Time: 7:00pm-8:00pm
Cost:$12.50 | Abington Resident: $11.25 | BBNC Member: $10.00
Notes:
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This program requires registration for participants ages 2+. Children under 2 years of age do not require registration and are free of charge.
-
If registering children, adult registration is required; this is not a drop-off program.
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The program takes place indoors and outdoors, rain or shine, for varying durations of time. Trail surfaces include asphalt, woodchips, gravel, compacted soil, exposed roots, and/or water bars. The trails may be sloped and uneven.
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Please dress appropriately for the weather. You will be contacted in the case of cancellation due to extreme weather.
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Registration closes 6/24/26 at 12:00pm.
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Questions or need help registering? Call 215-887-6603.
Cancellation Policy:
If you cancel the program 15 days or more before its start date, you will receive an 80% refund (20% service fee). No refunds will be issued within 14 days of the program start date. To cancel, email Melissa Eldridge at melissa@briarbush.org.
Members-Only: Water Olympics – Popsicle Program
Put water to the test in Briar Bush's Water Olympics! Perform experiments and activities that explore water's extraordinary properties. Visit the pond in search of some amazing animals that deserve gold medals of their own. Then, enjoy refreshing popsicles after the program.
Location: Briar Bush Nature Center
Date: Wednesday, July 15, 2026
Time: 7:00pm-8:00pm
Cost: FREE for BBNC Members (Registration is required.)
Notes:
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This program requires registration for participants ages 2+. Children under 2 years of age do not require registration and are free of charge.
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If registering children, adult registration is required; this is not a drop-off program.
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The program takes place indoors and outdoors, rain or shine, for varying durations of time. Trail surfaces include asphalt, woodchips, gravel, compacted soil, exposed roots, and/or water bars. The trails may be sloped and uneven.
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Please dress appropriately for the weather. You will be contacted in the case of cancellation due to extreme weather.
Registration closes 7/15/26 at 12:00pm.
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Questions or need help registering? Call 215-887-6603.
Cancellation Policy:
Please let us know as soon as possilbe if you need to cancel your registration so that we can move other members off the waiting list.
Micro Hike - Popsicle Program
When we think of ecosystems, we think of forests, oceans, and deserts. But there are entire tiny worlds right beneath our feet! We’ll meet some of the smallest residents of Briar Bush both under the microscope and out on the trails in this program that encourages you to think small! Then, enjoy refreshing popsicles after the program.
Location: Briar Bush Nature Center
Date: Wednesday, August 12, 2026
Time: 7:00pm-8:00pm
Cost:$12.50 | Abington Resident: $11.25 | BBNC Member: $10.00
Notes:
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This program requires registration for participants ages 2+. Children under 2 years of age do not require registration and are free of charge.
-
If registering children, adult registration is required; this is not a drop-off program.
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The program takes place indoors and outdoors, rain or shine, for varying durations of time. Trail surfaces include asphalt, woodchips, gravel, compacted soil, exposed roots, and/or water bars. The trails may be sloped and uneven.
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Registration closes 8/12/26 at 12:00pm.
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Please dress appropriately for the weather. You will be contacted in the case of cancellation due to extreme weather.
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Questions or need help registering? Call 215-887-6603.
Cancellation Policy:
If you cancel the program 15 days or more before its start date, you will receive an 80% refund (20% service fee). No refunds will be issued within 14 days of the program start date. To cancel, email Melissa Eldridge at melissa@briarbush.org.