Homeschooling, Unschooling, or Distance-Learning… no matter your path, learning should be authentic, memorable, and most of all, FUN!

The beauty of environmental education is that it provides an interactive learning experience that unlocks the imagination. And imagination, at its core, is infinite possibility. Here at Strawberry Hill, we build the emotional connection necessary to raising a new generation of environmental stewards. Our programs are fun and educational, featuring hands-on activities delivered by skilled Naturalists. All programs have been thoughtfully designed with concrete goals and objectives that conform to the Pennsylvania Department of Education’s standards.

Call our office at (717)-642-5840 or email us at education@strawberryhill.org to discuss your specific educational needs.

Spring 2025 Homeschool Days

Our Homeschool Days take your learning up a notch! Immerse your family in the fun of environmental education while adding rich content to your homeschool portfolio. Each day’s programs have been designed around the current Pennsylvania STEELS standards by connecting environmental education with the unique ecology and history of our beautiful state! Click on each day’s link to check out how our Homeschool Days help boost your portfolio by connecting to specific curricular topics and ages.

Cancellation Policy: Programs are held rain or shine, sleet or snow. No refunds will be given for personal cancelations made less than 48 before the program. It is not likely Strawberry Hill will cancel a program due to weather conditions, but if we deem conditions hazardous, we will make our best attempt to cancel within 24 hours and begin processing refunds as soon as possible.

Homeschool Days - Maple Sugaring

Tuesday, March 18th 2025

10am-2pm

$7/person (kids and adults) or $25/family (of 4 or more) Click here to register

Winter is the sweetest season. Join us as we learn the unique history of our region’s favorite treat - maple sugar!

Programs & Schedule

9:45am – Doors open

10-10:30am – The Ancient Art of Maple Sugaring

10:30-11am - Maple Sugaring as a Backyard Hobby

11-11:30am - The Right Kind of Maple

11:30am-12pm - Tree Tapping Competition

11:30am-12pm - Cooking with Maple: recipes to try today (will include samples to try)

10am-2pm - Nature Classroom open to explore on your own

This day is entirely outdoors but is a slightly shorter day than our other Homeschool Days. Please dress warmly!

Homeschool Days - Busy Bees & Bug Besties

Tuesday, April 15th 2025

10am-2pm

$7/person (kids and adults) or $25/family (of 4 or more) Click here to register

Spring is all a buzz as the insects get to work! Join us as we investigate the hidden world in our backyards.

Programs & Schedule

9:45am – Doors open

10-10:30am – Meet Mickie and the ‘Roaches, Strawberry Hill Animal Ambassadors

10:30-11am - Talk Like a Bee

11am-12pm – Biodiversity in Our Forest Walk

11am-12pm – Not in My Backyard!

12-12:30 – Lunch on your own at our pavilion

12:30-1pm – Bug Hotel Make & Take

12:30-1:30pm – Insect Trivia (with prizes!)

10am-2pm – Nature Classroom open to explore

Spring Field Trip Options

$10.00 per participant per program (unless otherwise noted) with a minimum group fee of $100 for all field trip options except maple sugaring. Maple sugaring minimum group fee is $125. Siblings who participate in a program will be charged regular rates. Children aged 4 and under are free, unless in a preschool program.

The final attendee count is due 7 days before your scheduled program. Total due is based on final attendee count unless actual attendance is higher than final count.

Tracks & Traces

Join us as we explore Strawberry Hill’s campus in search of native animals. Discover what animal tracks can tell us about the creatures who made them.

$10/participant over the age of 4.

Mindfulness in Nature

Mindful hiking takes your nature experience to a whole new level. Gain better understanding of proprioception - the way your body moves as you explore the world around you and provide yourself with an opportunity to be present.

$10/participant over the age of 4.

Aquatic Communities

A warm-weather favorite, this interactive aquatic ecology program introduces the tiny insects living in mud and under rocks. Search our streams for macroinvertebrates, study them up close to identify the species they find and learn what these tiny creatures tell us about the health of our waterways. Bring your water shoes!

$10/participant over the age of 4.

Introduction to Identification

Science meets art! Start your own Nature Journal as you learn the basics of tree and plant identification. Discover the rich history of Pennsylvania’s native species and the struggle against invasives.

$10/participant over the age of 4.

Animal Ambassadors and Guided Hikes can be combined into one 90 minute program for $10/participant over the age of 4.

Minimum $50.00 deposit two weeks in advance, balance due on the day of your scheduled program. Checks made payable to Strawberry Hill and may be mailed to: 1537 Mt. Hope Road, Fairfield, PA 17320 or pay over the phone by credit card. You will receive notice and an invoice via email when your registration is confirmed. A receipt is available upon payment, if requested.

Field Trip Cancellation Policy: Programs are held rain or shine, sleet or snow. It is not likely Strawberry Hill will cancel a program due to weather conditions, but if we deem conditions hazardous, we will contact you to set up a postponement date with no additional charge. – Cancellations made more than 2 weeks in advance of program date will receive a full refund minus a $25.00 processing fee. – Cancellations made between 4-13 days prior to a program will receive a full refund minus a $50 processing fee. – Cancellations for any reason made within 3 days of a program will forfeit the $50 deposit.