Cancelled due to Covid-19
a.m. group: 3-6 year olds
p.m. group: 3-6 year olds
Nature Playcare provides children with an opportunity to immerse themselves in play-based learning in a natural environment. The spring camp features four facilitated 1/2 day experiences in either the morning or afternoon over the spring break. We are intentionally encouraging a multi-age environment, where children at different developmental stages can help and learn from one another.
Nature Playcare promotes respect for our natural environment and a sense of well-being in nature. Parents can expect an
age-appropriate nature experience, which is designed to foster the
development of each child's resiliency, confidence, creativity,
imagination, and independence.
What does Nature Playcare look like? Each session will begin
with a short gathering followed by unstructured play and exploration
in the beautifully wild Gabriel Dumont Park. This includes children
taking carefully managed and supported risks appropriate for their
capabilities and the site (for example, sliding down a hill and
climbing or balancing along a log). Wildernook facilitators Jana
Miller and Zoe Arnold will use holistic, child-centred practices to
support each child’s development.
Requirements: This is a fully outdoor program that will proceed in all
types of weather. To ensure your child has the best possible
experience, warm outdoor clothing that can get dirty including rain pants, jacket,
rubber boots are required. Suggestions for types of clothing
and layering will be provided on registration.
Is Nature Playcare the right fit for my/our child? The age grouping of 3-6 allows children to help each other and find ways to help lead within the group. We suggest that each child be able to communicate a need to go to the bathroom. Please contact zoe@wildernook.com if you have any questions about clothing or other requirements.
Parents will receive a detailed information package in advance of the program outlining the folliowing information:
Program guidelines
Information on risky play
How we approach weather and illness
Recommended Clothing and Supplies
Washroom access
Emergency Procedures and First Aid
Location
Location: Gabriel Dumont Park
The morning program: 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Cost: $100.00
The afternoon program 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. Cost $100.00
“My little guy had so so much fun! When I asked him what he did he told me he learned to play with sticks “safely”! 😂👌🏻 A perfect skill for kids! Thanks @wildernook !”