The Nature of Art – Children’s Art Class

Unleash your inner artist through youth art classes that explore the natural world. Each week, local artist Peaches Lukens will guide you through art projects using various mediums from watercolors to brush pens. We will investigate the beauty of nature through themes that focus on life ‘Under the Sea’ to ‘Over the Rainbow’. This class is an excellent add-on to the Nature Center’s summer camp, but students do not have to attend camp to participate in this class!

Limited to groups of up to 10 participants during this time. Participants limited to children ages 9 through 12.

Weekly Themes and  Mediums:
June 25: Over the Rainbow, brush pens
July 2: Under the Sea, pen & ink
July 9: CSI: Camp Scene Investigation, cut paper
July 16: Enchanted Garden, acrylics
July 23: Survivor, watercolor
July 30: Nature’s Symphony, colored pencil
August 6: Stones and Bones, tissue paper and polymer

When: Wednesdays 12:30pm-2:00pm

Where: Meet 5-10 minutes prior to your program time at the Trucksess Welcome Center at 1600 Delaware Avenue. Program will be held inside indoor classroom space.

CANCELLATION POLICY: NJ Audubon’s programs require a minimum number of registrants to run. If we cancel, due to lack of participation, severe weather, or unforeseen circumstances, all participants will be notified as soon as possible and are eligible for a full refund. Participants may cancel without penalty if greater than 48 hours in advance. Sorry, no refund for cancellations less than 48 hours in advance unless due to health emergencies; however, registrations can be transferred to another program in the future.

Family Fun Outdoor Crafts Show at the Lighthouse

The 1859 Cape May Lighthouse becomes a beacon for family fun during Family Fun Day Craft Shows. Kids will enjoy hands-on activities and adults will enjoy browsing among the crafts vendors.

Beachcombing the Cove

Walk the Cove with a naturalist to discover the gifts the sea leaves behind at the water’s edge. Explore one of the area’s ever-changing coastal habitats — the beach, ocean, and dunes of Cape May’s “The Cove” beach. We’ll search the shallows, comb the shoreline for treasures, and walk along the dunes in search of wildlife.

A wonderful program for the whole family! Children may not participate without an adult.

Where: Meet at the flagpole near the Pavilion at the end of promenade by the Cove beach.
Important Information:We may walk up to 1.5 miles, over generally level, sometimes muddy or sandy terrain. Some trips involve walks over rocky and sandy area. Please bring necessary footwear, sunscreen, bug spray, water bottle, and other belongings with you that you may need.

Cancellation Policy: NJ Audubon’s programs require a minimum number of registrants to run. If we cancel, due to lack of participation, severe weather, or unforeseen circumstances, all participants will be notified as soon as possible and are eligible for a full refund. Participants may cancel without penalty if greater than 48 hours in advance. Sorry, no refund for cancellations less than 48 hours in advance unless due to health emergencies; however registrations can be transferred to another program in the future.