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Wednesday, October 14 2026

October 14, 2026 - 10:00am - 12:00pm

Fee: Free.
Registration: Advance registration encouraged. Click here to register online. Work days are weather-dependent. If you have registered in advance, we will contact you if we are cancelling due to inclement weather.

Whether you are looking for a few hours of volunteer work or want a weekly activity that keeps you outside, you are welcome to join us on Wednesday mornings from 10 am to 12 noon. Projects vary from season to season; for the next few months, you will work alongside land staff to pull herbaceous invasive species in our natural areas, as well as help accomplish other projects around the grounds to enhance biodiversity and take care of the native flora and fauna. No experience is necessary, though you are encouraged to bring your favorite gardening gloves and digging tools if you have them. Water, snacks, and additional tools will be provided.

Land Stewardship at Lynden
The Lynden Sculpture Garden is transforming its natural habitats and formal landscapes into sustainable and diverse ecosystems that highlight their natural beauty. Our goal is to steward healthy habitats for an array of native plants and wildlife while adding a vibrant mosaic of color and texture to this sculptural landscape through every season. With over 40 acres and more than half a dozen specialized garden spaces, the Lynden provides many volunteer and learning opportunities, from removing invasive species to planting new trees and plugs, weeding, pruning, collecting, and spreading seeds. With a small land staff, volunteer help is essential to the evolution and restoration of the Lynden grounds.

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Garden Work Days 2026

Wednesdays in the Garden

October 14, 2026 - 10:00am - 11:00am

Fall Session I: (7 weeks) Wednesdays, September 9-October 21 | 10-11 am
Fall Session II:(7 weeks) Wednesdays, October 28-December 16 (no class 11/25) 10-11 am

Wednesdays in the Garden offers a nurturing and joyful space for our youngest learners, aged 1-3, to explore, play, and grow. Together with their caregivers, children will discover the wonders of the natural world and Lynden’s unique sculpture collection through hands-on experiences that spark curiosity, wonder, and creativity.

Early childhood educators Claudia Orjuela and Denice Niebuhr will guide families through sensory-rich activities, outdoor adventures, and open-ended artmaking. Each week highlights a new theme, connecting children’s natural interests with the world around them.

Research from the National Association for the Education of Young Children shows that time outdoors supports healthier bodies, stronger minds, better sleep, and important social and emotional growth. At Lynden, we nurture these benefits by encouraging children to experiment with natural and artistic materials, tell stories, solve problems, and build relationships—all while having fun! Sessions move indoors in the event of inclement weather.

To view a list of the session themes, click here.

Fee: $140/$112 members for one adult and one child. Add an additional child for $8 per session. Not a member? You can add a membership when you register to receive the discount.

Registration: Group size is limited; advance registration is required. Register online now.

Refund Policy
If your child is ill and cannot attend, we will issue a prorated refund or offer a credit for the next session.

Other Fall Classes you may enjoy

Art and Nature Explorers / Exploradores del Arte y la Naturaleza | Ages 6-11
Art + Nature Lab | Ages 7-11
Woodcraft Workshop | Ages 10-15

Art and Nature Explorers / Exploradores del Arte y la Naturaleza for Ages 6-11

October 14, 2026 - 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Registration: Group size is limited; advance registration required. Click here to register.

Fall Session I: (7 weeks) Wednesdays, September 9-October 21 | 4-5:30 pm
Fee: $175/$133 members per 7-week session.

Not a member? You can add a membership when you register to receive the discount. Register online now.

This bilingual Spanish/English program invites children ages 6–11 to explore the intersection of art and nature through hands-on creative experiences. Each session begins with an outdoor exploration—observing the sculptures, seasonal changes, textures, colors, and living systems across the Lynden landscape—followed by a studio activity inspired by what we discover.

Through drawing, sculpture, printmaking, and natural materials, children will deepen their connection to the environment while building artistic skills. Vocabulary in both Spanish and English is woven naturally into each activity, supporting language development in an engaging, immersive way. No prior Spanish experience is required. The program is designed to be accessible to both bilingual and English-speaking children.