Adults

Registration for this class is now closed. We hope to see you for another Botany & Nature class soon! 

Join us and our partners from the Fort Worth Audubon Society to explore and learn about our feathered friends in their natural habitat! We’ll start with a brief overview of recommended gear, then spend most of our time walking the Garden’s trails and paths. Learn how to identify birds by sight and sound, and discover the best ways to find the. You will leave with the skills and confidence to continue your birding journey. Registration includes Garden admission for the day—we encourage you to explore the Garden after class! 

Saturday, December 7, 2024 (8:00-9:30am) 

Registration closes December 4. 

$18/Adult or $15/Member Adult  

Materials: Please bring any birding materials you currently use (binoculars, bird identification field guides). Optics are provided upon request. 

Location: Check-in at Garden Center / Park in main lot 

Instructor:  Tom Haase is a North Central Texas Master Birder and the Vice President of Field Trips for the Fort Worth Audubon Society (FWAS); he loves that birding can be done anywhere and by anyone. Connect with Tom via the Fort Worth Audubon Society at fwas.org. 

Inclement Weather: Registered guests will be notified via email the day before the class if it has been canceled. The option to transfer or refund registrations will be offered. 

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Registration for this class is now closed. We hope to see you for another Botanical Creative Arts class soon!   

Engage with Nature by discovering and polishing your drawing skills! Bring your favorite portable medium and explore a new artistic focus each month. Our award-winning artist instructor will start with a demonstration, then answer questions and provide tips and one-on-one attention throughout a free-drawing session. We will end by gathering to share our experiences and drawings. Registration includes Garden admission for the day—we encourage you to explore the Garden  after class! 

In December, capture the beauty of a holiday favorite by sketching from our collection of poinsettias, including several with unique patterns and coloration. 

Saturday, December 7, 2024 (9:00-11:00am) 

Registration closes December 4. 

$35/Adult or $30/Member Adult  

Materials: Please bring your favorite drawing pencils, pens and paper. 

Location: Check-in at the Botanical Research Insitute of Texas building / Park in main lot 

Instructor:  Erika Duque Scully is an award-winning landscape and nature-based painter who lives and works in Fort Worth, TX. Connect with Erika online at www.erikaduque.com and on Instagram – @erika_duque.art. 

Inclement Weather: Registered guests will be notified via email the day before the class if it has been canceled. The option to transfer or refund registrations will be offered. 

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Note: this event will be offered in person and online.   Join the book club meeting in person at the Oak Conference Room in the BRIT building or over Zoom!

On the afternoon of August 20, 1910, a battering ram of wind moved through the drought-stricken national forests of Washington, Idaho, and Montana, whipping the hundreds of small blazes burning across the forest floor into a roaring inferno. Egan narrates the struggles of the overmatched rangers against the implacable fire. Equally dramatic, though, is the larger story he tells of outsized president Teddy Roosevelt and his chief forester, Gifford Pinchot. Pioneering the notion of conservation, Roosevelt and Pinchot did nothing less than create the idea of public land as our national treasure, owned by every citizen.

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Join the Garden and our partner, Natural Grocers, to explore, discover and engage with a variety of health & earth-conscious topics. Good4U classes are free; registration is recommended to help us best prepare a top-notch experience. 

Hooray! Chocolate can actually be good for us. Taste the quality and learn how to use chocolate to enhance your food… and your health! Join us to learn how to indulge and be well.  

Tuesday, December 10, 2024 (6:00-7:00pm) 

Registration closes December 8 

This class is free for all adults and member adults. Registration is recommended. 

Materials: All materials provided. 

Location: Check-in at Botanical Research Institute of Texas / Park in main lot 

Instructor:  Jayne Bell is a Certified Integrative Nutrition Health Coach whose passion regarding the importance of food to the body drives her continual desire to empower others. You can connect with Jayne in her role as a Nutritional Health Coach at Natural Grocers at https://www.naturalgrocers.com/nhc/jayne-bell-cinhc  

Inclement Weather:  N/A 

**An email with class details will be sent to all registered guests the day after the registration deadline. To be sure our emails always make it to your inbox, please add the FWBG.org domain to your email whitelist. (Click here for a quick how-to) 

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Forest Bathing, or shinrin-yoku, is the deliberate practice of immersion in nature using mindfulness and the senses. This practice originated in Japan and allows the body, mind and spirit to relax and rejuvenate surrounded by the healing powers of nature. We begin the class by discussing the guiding principles of shinrin-yoku that enable us to soak up the natural world around us; then each learner will enjoy individual time practicing their Forest Bathing in our tranquil Japanese Garden before reconvening to share experiences. Registration includes Garden admission for the day—we encourage you to explore the Garden before and after class. 

Saturday, December 14, 2024 (9:00-10:30am) 

Registration closes December 12. 

$15/Adult or $20/Member Adult  

Materials: Please bring a small seat cushion if desired. 

Location: Check-in at entrance to the Japanese Garden / Park in Lot D 

Instructor:  Randy Sabbagh is a Garden volunteer and a deep appreciator of the calming and healing effects of nature. He was introduced to shirin-yoku while living in Japan and is an enthusiastic practitioner who greatly enjoys introducing others to it. 

Inclement Weather: Registered guests will be notified via email the day before the class if it has been canceled. The option to transfer or refund registrations will be offered.  

**An email with class details will be sent to all registered guests the day after the registration deadline. To be sure our emails always make it to your inbox, please add the FWBG.org domain to your email whitelist. (Click here for a quick how-to)  

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Join us for a night photography class capturing the spectacular third annual Lightscape event at the Garden! You’ll learn techniques for using your camera to create unique effects with decorative lights, then practice your new skills on the Lightscape trail. Our expert instructor will provide helpful tips and feedback at several strategic stops on the trail chosen for their photographic opportunities. You will leave with the knowledge and skills to continue improving your night photography practice! 

Registration for the class INCLUDES admission to Lightscape and an on-site parking pass for the evening of the class. 

Monday, December 16, 2024 (7:30-9:30pm)  

Registration closes December 12. 

$85/Adult or $74/Member Adult  

Materials: Please bring a camera you are familiar with (one with interchangeable lenses is recommended) and a tripod. 

Location: Check-in at Garden Center / Park in main lot / Please note that registration for the class INCLUDES admission to Lightscape and an on-site parking pass for the evening of the class. 

Instructor:  Edgar Miller is a local, award-winning commercial and fine art photographer; he is passionate about teaching photography and finding new ways to help his clients learn. Connect with Edgar at edgarmillerimages.com and on social media @edgarmillerimages.   

Inclement Weather: Registered guests will be notified via email the day before the class if it has been canceled. The option to transfer or refund registrations will be offered. 

**An email with class details will be sent to all registered guests the day after registration closes. To be sure our emails always make it to your inbox, please add the FWBG.org domain to your email whitelist. (Click here for a quick how-to) 

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Please note that this month’s class will be on a Saturday morning. 

Calling all Art Adventurers! Engage with the natural world by experimenting with a variety of media and techniques. These monthly classes are appropriate for all ability and experience levels and promote enjoyment over perfection. Enjoy playing with art materials, learning new processes and having fun with our instructor’s open-ended, judgment-free style of art-making! Registration includes Garden admission for the day—we encourage you to explore the Garden before class to get your creative juices flowing. 

In December, join us on a Saturday morning to create a unique printing plate incorporating a variety of found materials including plant materials collected from the Garden. Use your design to play with patterns and take it home for a personal creative touch you can continue using after class.

Saturday, December 28, 2024 (10:00am-12:00pm) Please note this class is on a Saturday morning. 

Registration closes December 25. 

$42/Adult or $36/Member Adult  

Materials: All materials provided. 

Location: Check-in at Botanical Research Institute of Texas building / Park in main lot 

Instructor:  Olivia Garcia-Hassell—The OG Art Teacher—has been teaching art to various ages and abilities since 2009 and firmly believes that anyone can create art and experience the mental and emotional benefits of the creative process. Connect with Olivia at TheOGartTeacher.com and on social media @the_og_art_teacher. 

Inclement Weather: N/A

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Engage with nature by discovering and polishing your drawing skills! Discover and polish your drawing skills at the Garden! Bring your favorite portable medium and explore a new artistic focus each month. Our award-winning artist instructor will start with a demonstration, then answer questions and provide tips and one-on-one attention throughout a free-drawing session. We will end by gathering to share our experiences and drawings. Registration includes Garden admission for the day—we encourage you to explore the Garden after class! 

In January, stay warm by joining us in the BRIT Building to draw a botanical still life designed especially for this class! 

Saturday, January 4, 2025 (9:00-11:00am) 

Registration closes January 1. 

$35/Adult or $30/Member Adult  

Materials: Please bring your favorite drawing pencils, pens and paper. 

Location: Check-in at Botanical Research Institute of Texas building / Park in main lot 

Instructor:  Erika Duque Scully is an award-winning landscape and nature-based painter who lives and works in Fort Worth, TX. Connect with Erika online at www.erikaduque.com and on Instagram – @erika_duque.art.   

Inclement Weather: Registered guests will be notified via email the day before the class if it has been canceled. The option to transfer or refund registrations will be offered.  

**An email with class details will be sent to all registered guests the day after registration closes. To be sure our emails always make it to your inbox, please add the FWBG.org domain to your email whitelist. (Click here for a quick how-to) 

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Discover Tai Chi – an ancient wellness practice incorporating physical movement, breath and mental focus which can improve balance, coordination, relaxation and mental clarity. Each series will feature a unique set of slow, low-impact movements—traditionally known as “forms”—that are designed to increase the flow of energy in the body. These movements are suitable for adults of all ages and fitness levels. You will practice your movements in a fun, no-judgement community of learners and leave empowered to continue your mind-body movements at home. Registration includes Garden admission for each class day—we encourage you to explore the Garden before and after class!

In Tai Chi – Sticks, you will learn forms that include handheld rods or “sticks.” These are used to focus the mind on the body and press and massage acupuncture points and are a fun tool to help beginners concentrate their attention.

Registration includes a series of 6 sessions – We cannot provide partial refunds for missed sessions.

Mondays, January 6, 13, 20, 27, February 3, 10, 2025 (3:00-4:00pm)

Registration closes January 2

$80/Adult or $70/Member Adult

Materials: Please bring a 5-foot broomstick (similar to this: Quickie 60 in. L x 1-1/8 in. Thick Tapered Handle 54103 – The Home Depot) and wear comfortable clothes that allow free movement.

Location: Check-in at the BRIT Building. / Park in the main lot.

Instructor: Edwina Taylor is a certified yoga instructor, and she is passionate about teaching Tai Chi and yoga with a restorative emphasis. To connect with Edwina, follow her on Instagram @EdwinaTaylorLife.

Inclement Weather: This class takes place indoors.

**An email with class details will be sent to all registered guests the day after registration closes. To be sure our emails always make it to your inbox, please add the FWBG.org domain to your email whitelist. (Click here for a quick how-to)

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Join our recurring all-level yoga class to move, stretch, and awaken your mind and body. You’ll learn unique connections within the body to increase muscle elasticity, loosen joints, and gain flexibility. Registration includes Garden admission for the day—we encourage you to explore the Garden after class. 

In December, January and February, we will keep warm by practicing indoors at the beautiful Botanical Research Institute of Texas (BRIT) building. 

Registration includes a series of 4 sessions – We cannot provide partial refunds for missed sessions. 

Wednesdays, January 8, 15, 22 and 29, 2025 (9:00-10:00am) 

Registration closes January 5. 

$45/Adult or $40/Member Adult  

Materials: Please bring a yoga mat and any props you wish to use. 

Location: Check-in at Botanical Research Insitute of Texas (BRIT) building / Park in main lot 

Instructor: Edwina Taylor is certified yoga instructor, and she is passionate about teaching Tai Chi and yoga with a restorative emphasis. To connect with Edwina, follow her on Instagram @EdwinaTaylorLife. 

Inclement Weather:  N/A 

**An email with class details will be sent to all registered guests the day after registration closes. To be sure our emails always make it to your inbox, please add the FWBG.org domain to your email whitelist. (Click here for a quick how-to) 

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Forest Bathing, or shinrin-yoku, is the deliberate practice of immersion in nature using mindfulness and the senses. This practice originated in Japan and allows the body, mind and spirit to relax and rejuvenate surrounded by the healing powers of nature. We begin the class by discussing the guiding principles of shinrin-yoku that enable us to soak up the natural world around us; then each learner will enjoy individual time practicing their Forest Bathing in our tranquil Japanese Garden before reconvening to share experiences. Registration includes Garden admission for the day—we encourage you to explore the Garden after class. 

Saturday, January 11, 2025 (9:00-10:30am) 

Registration closes January 8. 

$20/Adult or $15/Member Adult  

Materials: Bring a small seat cushion if desired. 

Location: Check-in at West Entrance / Park in Lot D 

Instructor: Randy Sabbagh is a Garden volunteer and a deep appreciator of the calming and healing effects of nature. He was introduced to shirin-yoku while living in Japan and is an enthusiastic practitioner who greatly enjoys introducing others to it. 

Inclement Weather: Registered guests will be notified via email the day before the class if it has been canceled. The option to transfer or refund registrations will be offered. 

**An email with class details will be sent to all registered guests the day after registration closes. To be sure our emails always make it to your inbox, please add the FWBG.org domain to your email whitelist. (Click here for a quick how-to)