In the Hazel Wood: The Bee’s Knees

The Bee’s Knees
by Jon Wurtmann

“Look, Dad, I know a lot more about animals than you do,” swaggers nine-year old Peter, “Let me take the lead here.”  While I appreciate the confidence garnered from his many…continue reading

June Bookshelf Book of the Month for Teens and Tweens!  by Jennifer Armstrong

As we approach the summer reading season, C&NN offers The Evolution of Calpurnia Tate, by Jacqueline Kelly, for tweens and teens.  Growing up in Texas at the turn of the 20th Century, Calpurnia is more interested in nature study than…continue reading

Jon Wurtmann Column: Into the Hazel Wood

The Season of Renewal
Jon Wurtmann

The warm days of early April caught me unprepared. The boats weren’t prepped yet for spring. The gear and tackle still piled up in the barn after a long season. Used hard and…continue reading

New Outdoor Column to be Featured on Children and Nature Saratoga Website

Saratoga Springs, NY Children and Nature Saratoga is pleased to announce that it will now feature regular column by outdoor writer and Saratoga Springs resident Jon Wurtmann.  Titled “In The Hazel Wood,” this column will reflect on outdoor trips and…continue reading

Rachel Carson Holiday Event at Spring Street Gallery

Children & Nature Saratoga invites you to a very special afternoon celebrating the life and legacy of Rachel Carson.  View “A sense of Wonder”, the movie, in our new surround sound theatre.  Also, featuring special guests, Joseph Bruchac (Author)…continue reading