Wild Explorers
Caregiver & Child Nature Explorations (Ages 2–8)
Nature-based exploration for children and caregivers, together
Wild Explorers is a series of mixed-age outdoor experiences where children and caregivers explore, play, and discover together. Each session is inspired by a story, seasonal theme, question, or idea and invites children into hands-on exploration and discovery.
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Caregivers participate alongside their children, creating opportunities for connection with one another, the natural world, and the Wild Nook community. Kindness, gratitude, and care for creation are gently woven into our time together.
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A Flexible Format
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Wild Explorers sessions are offered individually throughout the year. Choose the explorations that work for your family—join us for one or come along for several. No ongoing commitment is required.
Upcoming Explorations
Moon Explorers
August 28, 2026 · 12:00–1:00 PM
Moon, shadows & night sky
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Circles of Connection
September 11, 2026 · 12:00–1:00 PM
Connection, community & patterns
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Autumn Equinox
September 23, 2026 · 2:30–3:30 PM
Seasonal change & transition
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The Great Migration
October 9, 2026 · 12:00–1:00 PM
Bird migration, feathers, food & nests
Night Wonders
October 21, 2026 · 2:30–3:30 PM
Nocturnal animals & adaptations
Program Details
Ages: 2–8
Younger siblings are welcome.
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Length: Approximately 60 minutes
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Fee: $15 per family, per exploration
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Caregiver: A parent or designated caregiver must attend.
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Outdoor Learning: Families should be comfortable spending time outdoors in most weather.
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Registration: Advance registration is required. Registration closes 3 days before each session.
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Group Size: A minimum of 4 families is needed for each exploration.
Is Wild Explorers a Good Fit?
Wild Explorers is designed for families who enjoy:
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Learning through play, curiosity, and discovery
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Spending time outdoors together
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Mixed-age experiences and sibling participation
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A relaxed, relationship-centered environment
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Faith-informed values gently woven into community life
Wild Explorers is not drop-off care or a traditional academic class.
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How to Register
Step 1
Review Wild Nook Terms & Policies
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Please review Wild Nook's Terms & Policies before registering.
Step 2
Enroll your children with Wild Nook
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Each child attending Wild Explorers must have their own enrollment form on file.
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Already enrolled with Wild Nook? You can skip this step.
Step 3
Choose Your Explorations
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Choose the sessions your family would like to attend. One sign-up per family, per session. Each exploration is $15 per family.
Also Part of the Wild Nook Learning Path
Wild Sprouts & Wild Buds
Play-based outdoor preschool (ages 3–5)
Wild Roots
Kindergarten & early elementary (K–1)
To learn more about how values and faith are thoughtfully woven into daily life may visit our Faith & Learning page.