Outdoor Learning Gatherings are for educators seeking resources and inspiration to engage students in activities that benefit from being outdoors and in nature.
Are you…
- A DC educator interested in connecting with others who are passionate about engaging with students outdoors?
- Searching for resources and best practices centered around outdoor learning that you can incorporate into your teaching practice?
- Looking to deepen your students’ personal relationship to place through experiences that connect to locally relevant content?
… Then Outdoor Learning Gatherings are for YOU!
What educators have said about their experience at Outdoor Learning Gatherings:
“Learning and connecting with other garden coordinators is wonderful!”
“Super welcoming and friendly gathering, great to chat with the outdoor education community!”
“The information and the hands-on demonstrations were very engaging and inspiring!”
“I really enjoyed the wildflower activity and the socializing with other educators.”
Upcoming 2024 Gatherings
United States Botanic Garden Conservatory Tour
Wednesday Nov. 13, 2024, 4:30-6 p.m.
United States Botanic Garden
100 Maryland Ave. SW
Washington, DC 20001
Join educators from the US Botanic Garden to explore "Fierce Flora," a new exhibit at the USBG Conservatory! Test your reflexes against carnivorous plant traps, learn how and why plants defend themselves, and get an up-close look at parasitic, poisonous, and prickly plants. Explore ways that the ferocious side of the plant world can engage learners and inspire curiosity. Participants will receive a copy of “Hacking Questions” by Connie Hamilton.
Grace Anderson is a Science Education Specialist at the United States Botanic Garden. Grace has a passion for science education and works to incorporate plant science learning into all the garden’s programming including school programs, adult programs, teacher professional development, and exhibits.
Emily Hestness is an Education Specialist on the US Botanic Garden’s Learning & Engagement team. Her work at the garden focuses on teacher professional development, program evaluation and research, and national educational partnerships.
Additional 2025 dates will be added soon.
Interested in hosting or presenting at an upcoming gathering?
Do you want to share information about your program at an upcoming gathering? Do you have a topic you want to talk about? Do you want to host a gathering at your school or teaching site? Let us know by completing this short survey. A small stipend will be provided to speakers.