Dryden RYS - Grow Your Own Way!
Description
For four days in July, will consider what it means to be a human in a world where plants are essential for survival. Throughout various beautiful sites in Gardens and Natural Areas, participants will explore the role of science, art, and play in connecting to the natural world, creating and using real data to find answers. We will be joined by staff from the Cornell Botanical Gardens.

Please note that each day we will meet at a different location.
July 14 Nevin Welcome Center - 124 Comstock Knoll Dr, Ithaca
July 15 Newman Arboretum -1 Plantations Rd, Ithaca (Please meet by the goldfish ponds)
July 16 Park Park - We will meet at Park Park, which is near the Flat Rock area not far from the Arboretum.
link here: https://maps.app.goo.gl/jeEwhmE5qD6Hv7Mh8
July 17 - Back to the Nevin Welcome Ctr.

Participants should dress appropriately for the day and bring water and food.
Location:
Rural Youth Services (RYS)
Dates:
7/14/2026 9:00 AM - 7/17/2026 4:00 PM
Time:
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Ages:
Grades 5th - 8th
Cost:
$0.00
Availability:
Registration will begin on 4/28/2026.