Springing Back to Life
By Kai Amani (they/them/theirs), Youth and Family Education Coordinator
Winter at Green Spring is always a quieter season, and this year's calm was especially welcomed. With no field trips scheduled, our team had the chance to rest, reset, and prepare for the liveliness of upcoming spring programs.
Kit found near the classroom. Photo by Mikaela Nabity-HillAlthough the gardens were still, nature was at work. An unexpected tenant, a fox, moved in underneath our supply shed, choosing it as a cozy den for the winter. We suspected it may have chosen our shed as a safe space in which to give birth, and we were fortunate to have guessed correctly. On a rainy spring morning, one of her kits was discovered by the classroom door. This is a small reminder that the garden is home to many families, not just our human ones.
Now, as the days lengthen and the first blooms open, spring programs are underway. Little Gardeners programs are ushering in the return of little voices with curious questions. We're expecting a wonderfully busy season, and we're grateful for every moment of it.
Wintery Storytime Valentine's Day Craft. Photo by Katie Sivinski
Interested in Volunteering?
We are always looking for volunteers to help with Youth and Family programs. Our volunteers are a big part of making quality programs a success at Green Spring Gardens.
If you are interested, please contact me at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or by calling the Horticulture Center at 703-642-5173.
Little Gardeners Bug Hotel Craft in the gardens. Photo by Mikaela Nabity-Hill
