Purple Martin Conservation
Purple Martins are songbirds native to North and South America. Purple Martins rely almost exclusively on human-provided housing east of the Rocky Mountains.. They are dependent on us for their survival. Purple Martins east of the Rocky Mountains rely almost exclusively on human-provided housing. We have partnered with the Purple Martin Conservation Association (PMCA) to install a multi-compartment gourd house tower in the meadows at our Holcombe Hill nature preserve beginning in Spring 2025. Stay tuned for more information when the birds arrive!
Chronolog Photostation
A Chronolog photostation has been installed at Holcombe Hill Preserve, the NFA’s flagship property and home to its offices. Visitors can find the photostation next to the gazebo at the top of the hill. Using their smartphones, community members can take a photo, upload it to the Chronolog platform, and contribute to a growing timelapse that will illustrate how the landscape shifts season by season and year by year.
Forests and meadows are constantly changing—trees grow, wildflowers bloom, wetlands expand and contract. By contributing a photo, community members help us create a living visual record that strengthens conservation, education, and stewardship.
The NFA’s Chronolog project empowers hikers, students, families, and nature lovers to become active participants in conservation science. Over time, the collected images will provide valuable insights into seasonal cycles, long-term habitat changes, and the impacts of climate change and land management practices.
Nature Nursery Program
Magic Nature is the ultimate bridge between education and adventure for the homeschool community. We offer captivating nature-based drop-off programs that immerse children in the wonders of the natural world, nurturing their curiosity and resilience. Through our thoughtfully designed programs, children become explorers, ecologists, and caretakers of the environment, gaining vital life skills along the way. Magic Nature is not just a place of learning; it's a community where friendships flourish, parents find support, and the love for nature is ignited in young hearts.
This year, we’ve proudly partnered with the Newtown Forest Association, dedicated stewards of open space in our community, to facilitate a whimsical learning experience for potty-trained toddlers ages 3-5.
Our classroom, set in the heart of 86 acres of pristine forests and meadows atop Holcombe Hill Wildlife Preserve, is adorned with Montessori-style educational resources to blend structured and self-directed learning. As a team, our mission is to inspire the next generation of environmental stewards, ensuring that the magic of nature is cherished, protected, and passed on for years to come.
For more information and registration links, visit the link below
www.magicnatureschool.com/programs
All questions are welcome at hello@magicnatureschool.com