Family Forest Explorers
Forest Explorers is a class for children and their caregivers to attend together
In this class, caregivers deepen their understanding of child development, local ecology, natural gross motor development, reading a natural landscape and practicing risk assessment, inquiry-based learning, anti-bias education, and conscious caregiving practices, all in community supported by an experienced Forest School Teacher, with plenty of wild foraged snacks, and music!
2023-2024 Family Forest Explorers:
Fall Session: FULL
October 13 — Nov. 17 (6 weeks)
Winter Session: FULL
January 12 — February 16 (6 weeks)
Spring Session: FULL
March 15 — May 10 (8 weeks)
the class
Forest Explorers is a weekly 2-hour class from 10 am - 12 noon on Fridays. Each class has 12-15 families. Enrollment is per family, no matter how many children or caregivers may be present. Whether you are a backpacking pro, or haven't been in the woods in decades, we welcome you! The cost per 6-week session is $300, and 8-week sessions are $400. No one is turned away for lack of funds. Read more about our inclusive tuition model here.
There is no lower or upper age limit for Family Forest Explorers, though most children are between 1.5 years and 4 years old.