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Nature Rx

Holistic well-being through connection with nature

Wildflowers in the foreground overlooking Beebe Lake at Cornell, with the lake's serene waters and surrounding foliage creating a peaceful natural scene.

Upcoming Events

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Guided Mindfulness Meditation with the Let's Meditate Initiative at Cornell Botanic Gardens

February 20, 2026
3:30 PM to 4:00 PM
Location: Brian C. Nevin Welcome Center

All are welcome to join this free, guided meditation session, led by Travis Winter, LCSW, in partnership with Cornell Botanic Gardens and the Nature Rx Initative. This meditation focuses on nature and is a chance for reflection and renewal at the end of the week. Sessions will take place at the Nevin Welcome Center in the Ten Eyck Room (2nd Floor). Let’s Meditate is a free, guided mindfulness meditation series, sponsored by Cornell Health in collaboration with numerous campus partners. Learn more at health.cornell.edu/meditate. To learn more about nature and wellbeing through the Nature Rx Intiiative at Cornell, visit naturerx.cornell.edu....

Banff Mountain Centre Film Festival Day 1

February 21, 2026
7:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Location: Bailey Hall

Saturday 2/21/26 at 7pm and again a second set of films on Sunday 2/22/26 at 3pm, see the Banff Mountain Film Festival at Bailey Hall. Sponsored by Cornell Outdoor Education this collection of outdoorsy and environmentally themed films is sure to get you excited about the outdoors. Tickets are available online at cornelltickets.com...

Banff Mountain Centre Film Festival Day 2

February 21, 2026
7:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Location: Bailey Hall

Sunday 2/22/26 at 3pm, see the Banff Mountain Film Festival at Bailey Hall. Sponsored by Cornell Outdoor Education this collection of outdoorsy and environmentally themed films is sure to get you excited about the outdoors. Tickets are available online at cornelltickets.com...

A Garden in Winter

February 22, 2026
1:00 PM to 2:00 PM
Location: Brian C. Nevin Welcome Center

Come enjoy a guided walk through the Mullestein Family Winter Garden with horticulturist Emily Norsen. This unique circular garden with its raised sandstone beds is designed as a showcase for plants with intriguing winter characteristics, such as evergreen foliage, colorful bark, persistent fruit, and unusual growth habits. Learn about the plants you can use to make your home landscape beautiful and enjoyable all year long and savor the peaceful splendor of a garden in winter. Warm, waterproof boots recommended. The program will be held indoors in the event of inclement weather. Pre-registration is required. Fee: $12 general admission; Free for...

Banff Mountain Centre Film Festival Day 2

February 22, 2026
3:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Location: Bailey Hall

Sunday 2/22/26 at 3pm, see the Banff Mountain Film Festival at Bailey Hall. Sponsored by Cornell Outdoor Education this collection of outdoorsy and environmentally themed films is sure to get you excited about the outdoors. Tickets are available online at cornelltickets.com...

Open Climb at Noyes Challenge Course

February 24, 2026
9:30 AM to 11:30 AM
Location: Noyes Fitness Center

Have you heard? There’s now an indoor challenge course in Noyes Fitness Center! Come be the first to climb it! Start on the Flying Squirrel and get lifted 30 feet to the top of the gym by a team of 10 people. Then scramble up the Marionette Climb as fast as you can, challenging a friend to the top or set your own personal record. Next, you’ll get on top of a tower of Cornell Dairy milk crates and build them as you go until they tumble to the ground. Finally, climb up a 10-foot pole and balance on top before...

Open Climb at Noyes Challenge Course

February 26, 2026
9:30 AM to 11:30 AM
Location: Noyes Fitness Center

Have you heard? There’s now an indoor challenge course in Noyes Fitness Center! Come be the first to climb it! Start on the Flying Squirrel and get lifted 30 feet to the top of the gym by a team of 10 people. Then scramble up the Marionette Climb as fast as you can, challenging a friend to the top or set your own personal record. Next, you’ll get on top of a tower of Cornell Dairy milk crates and build them as you go until they tumble to the ground. Finally, climb up a 10-foot pole and balance on top before...

Winter Wonders: Mindful Botany Walks

February 27, 2026
12:00 PM to 1:00 PM
Location: Brian C. Nevin Welcome Center

Join Cornell Botanic Gardens staff to observe the beauty and peacefulness of the season on these special winter versions of our popular “Mindful Botany” series. While exploring various paths and gardens near the Nevin Welcome Center, we will practice mindfulness by dedicating our attention to the present moment and fully observing and appreciating the surprising richness of nature in winter. Walks will be held rain, snow, or shine, but will be cancelled in the event of severe weather. Dates: Friday, January 23, 2026 12pm to 1pm Friday, February 27, 2026 12pm to 1pm Friday, March 20, 2026 12pm to 1pm Fee: Free; donations...

Guided Mindfulness Meditation with the Let's Meditate Initiative at Cornell Botanic Gardens

February 27, 2026
3:30 PM to 4:00 PM
Location: Brian C. Nevin Welcome Center

All are welcome to join this free, guided meditation session, led by Travis Winter, LCSW, in partnership with Cornell Botanic Gardens and the Nature Rx Initative. This meditation focuses on nature and is a chance for reflection and renewal at the end of the week. Sessions will take place at the Nevin Welcome Center in the Ten Eyck Room (2nd Floor). Let’s Meditate is a free, guided mindfulness meditation series, sponsored by Cornell Health in collaboration with numerous campus partners. Learn more at health.cornell.edu/meditate. To learn more about nature and wellbeing through the Nature Rx Intiiative at Cornell, visit naturerx.cornell.edu....

Discovery Cart Days in the Gardens

February 28, 2026
10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Location: Brian C. Nevin Welcome Center

Visit Cornell Botanic Gardens and stop by our discovery cart inside the Nevin Welcome Center or around the gardens. Learning by Leading Youth Education team members will offer fun activities for everyone to learn about a variety of planty topics. Additional dates from 10 am - 12 noon: Saturday, February 7 Saturday, February 28 Saturday, March 7 Saturday, March 21 Saturday, April 11 Saturday, April 25 Saturday, May 2 Fee: Free; Donations welcome Instructors: Learning by Leading Youth Education Team Location: Cornell Botanic Gardens, in or near the Nevin Welcome Center...

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