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A Wild Notion in Toronto
How do you transform a worldwide challenge into something meaningful? Back in 2023, Boxerwood educator Jess Sullivan forged a partnership...
Jul 29


BV Cool Teens: Tending Trees & Talents
When Eli Nelson began interning as a member of Buena Vista’s high school Tree Team in 2024, he didn’t have high expectations. “I didn’t...
Jul 29


BOXERWOOD RISING:
Meet Hillary Beristain, 3rd Grade Teacher (RCPS) Throughout our 25th year, we’ll be sharing stories of young people whose Boxerwood...
Jul 29


Transforming Food & Soul
If you’ve ever watched food decompose, you know that compost is a form of transformation. Banana peels, sandwich crusts, and slimy...
Jul 29


BOXERWOOD RISING:
Meet Robbie Gardner, wind farm developer Throughout our 25th year, we’ll be sharing stories of young people whose Boxerwood experiences...
Jun 26


Campalooza!
4 weeks, 4 camps – that’s how Boxerwood rolls. Our first two camps led children on story-telling adventures while the last two camps...
Jun 25


BOXERWOOD RISING:
Meet Mary LePere, environmental scientist Throughout our 25th year, we’ll be sharing stories of young people whose Boxerwood experiences...
May 9


Music in the Garden kicks off Boxerwood’s 25th year
Boxerwood's Music in the Garden outdoor concert series returns for its 12th season on Friday, May 30, kicking off a special "Summer of...
May 9


The Buzz on Bees (& Beehives)
What’s that sound you hear in the Garden? If it’s springtime, then likely you’re hearing the buzz from scores of preschoolers learning...
May 9


BV Cool Trees Grows Its Team
In June 2024, two Tree Team interns help Boxerwood Garden Steward Karen Stanley spread mulch through a new tree nursery at Enderly...
May 9


Singing in Harmony: BV & Trees
What makes a great musical collaboration? Even beyond skill or finesse, we might say listening comes first. That’s been the case for...
May 9


Honoring Mother Earth & More
On Mother’s Day, May 11, Boxerwood will be reviving a beloved tradition at its nature center and woodland garden: a celebration of...
May 9


A Fond Farewell
Dear Boxerwood Community, As I prepare to step down as Executive Director, I wanted to share some parting thoughts with all of you who...
May 9


Walk for Peace at Boxerwood: May 3
For the second year in a row, Boxerwood will host an outdoor community labyrinth walk on Saturday, May 3, at 1:00pm. The walk is in...
Apr 17


Mission in Action
For 25 years, BEA has pursued a mission “to educate and inspire people of all ages to become environmentally successful stewards of the...
Apr 17


Nevertheless We Persisted!
There are as many ways to tell the story of our non-profit as there are leaves in the woodland garden, but this month, we’re celebrating...
Apr 16


BOXERWOOD RISING:
Meet Sophie Dryden, conservation biologist Throughout our 25th year, we’ll be sharing stories of young people whose Boxerwood experiences...
Apr 16


Farewell Federal Funding?
Over the years, Boxerwood has received several awards from the Chesapeake Bay Trust (CBT), a multi-million dollar grant aggregator that...
Mar 18


Launching the 2025 Backyard Compost Challenge
Click the arrows on the side of each photo to see more. A household ritual that often concludes with a trek to the garbage bin now has a...
Mar 18
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