The Henry Brecher Sustainability Trails speaks to Oakwood’s commitment to a green and sustainable future. With several locations around campus, each stop along the trail focuses on greening initiatives, outdoor classroom spaces, and learning opportunities. Check back frequently as we add more stops around campus! 

Greenhouse

Overseen by Cornell Cooperative Master Gardener, Sue Cianfrani, the 1200 square foot greenhouse provides composting and vegetables to the community and dining hall year round. Flowers, pollinators, tomatoes, peppers, root vegetables, greens, and much more abound.  Take a look inside! 

Apiary

With four colonies and over 80,000 bees, the Oakwood Apiary hosts a thriving community of pollinators. With a flight radius of up to a mile, the bees foraging nectar, and pollinating flowers and vegetables all over campus and beyond.  In 2025, our Middle School students spun and harvested over 70 pounds of honey!