Fall Nature Programs at Rust

Nature and the Arts!
K-2​

nd grade​

Learn about nature through arts, crafts,
songs and games. Each week we will
go outside for a new nature experience,
and then bring it indoors with a new
and exciting art project. Some of our
nature themes will include insects,
predators, and plants.​

Children’s Programs​

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Rust Nature Sanctuary
Fall 2010​

Kids Grow Better Outside!​

Afterschool Programs​

Wednesdays, September 22 - October 27
Drop-off 3:30-4:00 Class from 4:00-5:30​

Kids love being outdoors and are naturally creative. In these 6-week afterschool sessions,
we will nurture this innate creativity and love of nature and the great outdoors.​

Members: $80 Non-members: $100​

Family Programs
Homeschool Program​

Nature Journaling: 6 week class
Date and Time: TBD-check our website​

This six-week class is geared to elementary
students and new readers who would like to
increase their literacy skills; produce a journal
and enjoy the natural world. The instructor
will use multi-sensory approaches to writing,
therefore students of diverse abilities and
interests are welcome.​

Series: Members $50 Non-members $85
Drop in: Members $10 Non-members $15​

Little Explorers​

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nd Saturday of each month
10:00-11:30 Ages 4-6 with an adult​

Each month we will explore an aspect
of nature with families. Books, games
and nature exploration will lead us on
our learning journey​

Members: $10 Non-members: $12​

Children’s Nature Book Club​

Fridays: 10-11:30 ages 3-4 with an adult
Sept 10, 17, 24: Butterflies
Oct 1, 8, 15: Spiders​

Join our newest book club with your child.
Each week come listen to a nature themed
book appropriate to the season, then enjoy
activities, games and nature walks related to
that theme.​

Members: Free Non-members: $3​

Family Nature Walk​

Sunday, August 22
4:00-5:30 All ages welcome​

Join young naturalist Christopher (age 7) and
his friend Ann as they share some of their
favorite things about the Rust Nature
Sanctuary. This walk and nature exploration
will appeal to naturalists of all ages.​

Free Program​

Sept 11: Dragonflies
Oct 9: Wiggly Worms
Nov 14: Roly-poly’s
Dec 11: Tree-riffic​

Outdoor Theater
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rd-5th grade​

Nature and drama go hand and hand in
this afterschool program. We will start by
reading the magnificent book “The Case
of the Grasshopper”. We will spend the
next weeks casting the students, making
costumes and practicing our lines. Our
last day will include a performance for
families and friends.
For more information on programs at the
Rust Nature Sanctuary
visit ​

www.anshome.org​

email julieg@audubonnaturalist.org
or call 703-669-0000 x 1​

Native Plant Lecture Series​

Classes and field trips on native plants​

Native Meadow Restoration​

Class: August 10
Field Trip: August 14​

Bloomin’ Natives-Fall Wildflowers​

Class: Sept 14
Field Trip: Oct 2​

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Seed Collection and Propagation​

Class: October 12​

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Field Trip: TBD​

Nature Programs for Adults​

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Rust Nature Sanctuary
Fall 2010​

Connecting with Nature Series​

Join as us we explore our current and historical connections
to nature, including various religious and philosophical
traditions. We will discuss whether our current disconnect
from nature is negatively affecting our lives and how we can
reconnect with the spirit of the outdoors. This series will
include a book club and outdoor yoga and meditation.​

Book Club:
Third Monday of each
month:
7-8 PM: Free​

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Meditation:
Date and Time: TBD
Members $10
Non-Members $12
Outdoor Community Yoga
With ​

Flow Yoga​

Suggested Donation: $10-$20
Date and Time: TBD​

Art for the Nature Lover​

Nature Walkers Basket​

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October 14​

th 6-9 PM​

If you love to take nature walks
and find your pockets full of
natural treasures when you get
home, you need a Nature Walkers
Basket. Master basket weaver, Lori
Schue, has developed and taught
this basket design from coast to
coast. It all begins with a walking
stick and a drill. Interested? Come
join us to learn about basic basket
weaving techniques gone wild!​

Botanical Impressions​

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October 7​

th 6-9 PM​

Create beautiful art using botanicals and clay. Air
dry clay will make this project easy and fast.
Learn about clay and its properties. Then
manipulate it into a glorious hanging vase using
collected botanicals for impressing images into
the surface. Fast and fun with spectacular results
every time! Once you know how, you’ll want to
make several for friends and family.​

Nature Photography workshop
with Jim Clark​

Classroom: Sat, Oct 30​

th 8 am-noon
Field Session: Sun, Oct 31st 8 am-noon
Members $75 Non-Members $100
Classroom Session only: $50​

ANS welcomes Jim Clark; award-winning photographer and
author of four books. Jim has over 35 years of experience
with outdoor photography. This workshop includes a
classroom session and an outdoor field session and will
provide participants tips and techniques for capturing nature
images that exemplify a sense of place. The workshop
establishes a foundation for understanding (1) the basic
techniques of nature photography; (2) the importance of
developing a personal style; and (3) the use of compositional
guidelines.​

Save the Date!​

Rust Open House​

Sunday, Sept 26​

th noon-4​

Rust Manor House Tours​

October 6​

th 2:00 PM​

or by appointment
Join artist Lori Schue in creating
natural artwork. ​

No art experience
necessary. Lori will lead us through
making usable art with nature themes.​

Cost per class: Members $15
Non-members $20​

$40 supply fee for each class

 

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