June 26, 2025 Dear ::subscriber.first_name::,
The extravagances of summer are here. How are you spending these long, hot, light-filled, storm-cloud, bird-song days? June at Boxerwood means everything from summer camps to sunset concerts. Read on to find out more. Yours for a thriving Earth, The Boxerwood Team
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4 weeks, 4 camps – that’s how Boxerwood rolls. Our first two camps led children on story-telling adventures while the last two camps celebrated our heroes: the trees. More than 80 kids ages 4 - 10 skipped, hopped, and jumped through the delights of it all. |
🌸 Last Call for Spring Giving 🌸 |
As spring draws to a close, we’re making one final heartfelt appeal to those who love our woods, water, and wonder. Your support keeps the trails clear, the garden blooming, and the laughter of children echoing through the woods. Whether you've walked the Fairy Forest, explored the wetlands, or just believe in the magic of outdoor education — now is the time to hop on the bus. Every gift, big or small, nurtures our mission and grows the future of Boxerwood. From the bottom of our roots — thank you for being part of the journey.
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This Friday – Caravan of Fools |
A Boxerwood favorite, Caravan of Fools, will perform on the meadow stage this Friday, June 27, from 6:30-8:00pm. This acoustic band features Holly Ostby, Ben Worth, Burr Datz, and Lee Sauder sharing plenty of crowd pleasers. Musicians take the stage at 6:30 and conclude at 8:00pm. The gate opens at 5:30 pm. Entrance fee is $5 for adults and free for Boxerwood garden members. A food truck will provide food for purchase. The special guest for our 2025 Summer of Stories celebration will be BEA co-founder, Hunter Mohring, whose pre-concert interview commences at 6:20pm. Event postponed if inclement weather – check website or social media.
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Volunteer – Music in the Garden |
Able to lend a hand at an upcoming Music in the Garden? We’re seeking folks who can help us out every once in a while as Tabletop hosts at the Boxerwood welcome tent. Or perhaps you're keen to help with parking? Operations Director Hannah West is happy to discuss possibilities. |
Best wishes to our colleague Emily Kohl who will be stepping down as executive director at the end of June to pursue new opportunities – and thank you to development coordinator Laurie Macrae who will be stepping in as interim director. Know a good candidate for this 20 - 35 hr/wk leadership position? The Boxerwood board of directors invites your help in spreading the word. Boxerwood is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in all aspects of our work. |
BOXERWOOD RISING:
Robbie Gardner, Wind Farm Developer |
Throughout our 25th year, we’ll be sharing stories of young people whose Boxerwood experiences shaped their passions and vocations. Have a young friend to recommend? Contact Catherine Epstein, creator of this series: catherine@boxerwood.org
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Twenty years ago, Robbie Gardner, then age nine, attended one of Boxerwood’s summer camps. The days were filled with a range of nature activities, and the young campers even had a sleepover. But when his mom came to pick him up the next morning, “I just cried and cried," Robbie remembered. “I didn’t want to leave and go home,” he explained, “even though we lived like a 10-minute walk away.” Reflecting on what made him so sad to leave, he said, “I think it was just the fact that the whole day was spent in this beautiful place where there was learning going on the whole time."
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PARTNER IN THE PICTURE:
Enderly Heights Elementary School
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Enderly Heights Elementary School educates children in grades 2-5 living in Buena Vista. The school also operates a beloved afterschool and summer program called BEST, one of three 21st Century Community Learning Centers (CCLCs) in our area, which is supported by state and federal funds. Boxerwood and BEST have enjoyed a partnership for many years, resulting in a plethora of nature-based clubs and camps. This summer, a national grant secured by Boxerwood enabled BEST campers to travel to Boxerwood for two weeks of woodland adventures – we also took a bus to JMU with family members to visit another fine arboretum (see photo). This funding also enabled us to hire four BV high school interns as assistant camp counselors. The teens are also part of our ongoing BV Cool Trees Project, and thus brought enthusiasm for urban community forestry to their work with kids. Thank you, Enderly, for making all these opportunities possible! |
Boxerwood Education Association is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Contributions are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law. Federal Tax ID: 54-1937944 |
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