Our outdoor education program for children ages 3-11 offers mentorship in a variety of subjects, including academics, art and handwork, storytelling, and social-emotional learning (SEL). Through our immersive, outdoor approach, children will connect, play, and explore the world around them in meaningful ways. We combine academic learning with a deep connection to the natural world, fostering curiosity, creativity, and resilience.
For children ages 3-5, our program offers the opportunity to socialize in a group setting and adjust to the structure and rhythm of a group program. For children ages 6-11, socialization, academic support, equine-assisted learning, and mentorship with caring and skilled adults serve as a complement to any homeschooling curriculum.
Why Choose Nature Nourishment?
Our mixed-age learning environment allows children to learn at their own pace while fostering collaboration, leadership, and empathy. Younger children benefit from observing and learning from older peers, while older children develop confidence and responsibility by mentoring younger ones. This dynamic setting encourages social-emotional growth, problem-solving, and adaptability—skills that are essential for lifelong learning. By engaging in diverse, real-world interactions, children build a strong sense of community and develop a deeper understanding of different perspectives.
Outdoor education supports natural development by providing hands-on, movement-rich experiences that support cognitive, physical, and emotional growth. Unlike traditional school settings that prioritize sitting still and standardized instruction, outdoor learning allows children to explore, take risks, and engage their senses in a way that enhances curiosity and retention. Time in nature has been shown to reduce stress, improve focus, and foster resilience, making it especially beneficial for young learners. By following their innate need to move, play, and discover, children develop critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and a deep connection to the world around them.
Interacting with horses provides children in our program with a unique opportunity to develop confidence, patience, and nonverbal communication skills. Through hands-on connective experiences such as grooming, leading, and observing equine behavior, they learn empathy, responsibility, and the importance of building trust. These meaningful connections with horses foster emotional resilience and self-awareness in a way that traditional learning environments cannot replicate.
Weaving academics into nature exploration
makes learning more meaningful, engaging, and relevant to children's everyday experiences. When children discover math in the patterns of leaves, science in the life cycle of a frog, or literacy through storytelling under a tree, they develop a deeper understanding through real-world application. This approach speaks the language of childhood—play, curiosity, and hands-on discovery—making abstract concepts tangible and memorable. By learning in a dynamic outdoor setting, children are more likely to retain information, think critically, and develop a lifelong love of learning.
Spring Session Details
We are currently offering rolling enrollment for our spring session while spaces are available.
Our program is fully outdoors, hosted in a forest farm environment.
Ages 6–11
Schedule Options:
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Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday – 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM (3 days/week)
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Tuesday & Thursday – 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM (2 days/week)
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Wednesday only – 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM (1 day/week)
Ages 3–5
Schedule Options:
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Tuesday & Thursday – 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM (half-day)
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Tuesday & Thursday – 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM (full-day)
Note: This group is especially well-suited for young children who are new to group settings, and for older children who benefit from social engagement and homeschool enrichment.
Tuition & Payment Options
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Pay in full, monthly, or biweekly
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10% sibling discount available