Our Current Schedule
AM 8:30 - 9:00
PM 12:30 - 1:00
Drop off and Free Play
This is the time for parents to sign their children in through our attendance system, use the bathroom, and adjust their gear for the weather and activities.
AM 9:00 - 9:15
PM 1:00 - 1:15
Group Gathering
This shared gathering time blends songs, stories, poems, and hands-on naturalist learning connected to the day’s focus.
AM 9:15 -10:00
PM 1:15 - 2:00
Nature Walk or Exploration Activity
This is the heart of our day, when children explore, play, and learn through hands-on experiences in nature.
AM 10:00 - 10:30
PM 2:00 - 2:30
Bathroom Break and Snack
This is a self-explanatory break during our program time together.
AM 10:30 - 11:20
PM 2:30- 3:20
Unstructured Nature Play
This child-led play time gives children space to explore, create, build, imagine, and rest at their own pace.
AM 11:20 - 11:30
PM 3:20 - 3:30
Closing Circle and Dismissal
At the end of the day, we gather to reflect, share, and bring a peaceful close to our time together.

3&4 year olds
Morning Group
Tuesdays and Thursdays

3&4 year olds
Afternoon Group
Mondays and Wednesdays

5&6 year olds
Morning Group
Mondays and Wednesdays

5&6 year olds
Afternoon Group
Tuesdays and Thursdays

Location
September through May, we meet outdoors at a camp location in the southwest, Fox Valley Area.
During the summer months, our program breaks for elementary and high school summer camp, where hundreds of children come together to play, have fun, and build friendships. Please get in touch with us for a specific location.
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