Programs Open for Enrollment
(Fall Enrollment is now closed)
FALL Session: Junior Naturalist 1 & 2 (Ages 7-11) (Closed)
In the Junior Naturalist Fall Session, kids ages 7–11 immerse themselves in nature through hiking, foraging, fire-building, gardening, and more. Led by experienced educators, this 12-week program builds resilience, curiosity, and environmental care.
FALL Session: Sprouts (Ages 3-4) (Closed)
The Sprouts Fall Session gives children ages 3–4 the chance to discover the natural world through playful exploration. With forest walks, stream play, art, storytelling, and sensory activities, this 12-week program builds confidence, creativity, and early connections to nature.
Fall Session: Saplings (Ages 4-5) (Closed)
In the Saplings Fall Session, children ages 4–5 thrive through forest exploration, sensory play, and hands-on discovery. This 12-week program nurtures confidence, friendships, and essential life skills with daily activities like hiking, shelter building, and storytelling.
FALL Session: Pioneers (Ages 5-6) (Closed)
In the Pioneers Fall Session, children ages 5–6 discover the outdoors through hands-on adventures like hiking, gardening, shelter building, and bird-watching. This 12-week drop-off program fosters curiosity, movement, and a deep connection to nature.
🎄 HIKE & LIGHTS: A Magical Forest Night
Step into the magic of the season at Hike & Lights: A Magical Forest Night! On December 13, the forest comes alive with glowing trails, carol singing, cozy campfires, s’mores, and crafts for all ages. Dress in lights, bring your holiday spirit, and make memories under the stars.
🧘♀️Winter Solstice Yoga (Adults Only)
Celebrate the Winter Solstice with an intentional late-night yoga practice inside our new geodesic dome. Led by Erica Spirko of Into the Wood Yoga, this adults-only class includes seasonal treats and guided reflection for renewal.
❄️ Winter Camp Festivities
Celebrate the New Year—nature style! Join us December 29–31 for a 3-day winter camp filled with outdoor adventures, crafts, team games, and festive activities like a piñata party, candle making, and sledding fun. Choose one day or enjoy all three!
☃️ Winter Program
Celebrate the New Year—nature style! Join us December 29–31 for a 3-day winter camp filled with outdoor adventures, crafts, team games, and festive activities like a piñata party, candle making, and sledding fun. Choose one day or enjoy all three!
🌿 Wild Out Days (WOD) – When Public School is Out, We’re Here! (CLOSED)
School’s out, adventure’s in! Wild Out Days give kids ages 5–12 a full day of outdoor exploration, hands-on learning, and team fun—led by licensed teachers in a safe, nature-based setting.
🎃 Pumpkin Decorating Contest
Get creative this fall at our Pumpkin Decorating Contest! Kids ages 8–12 can craft their own spooky or silly pumpkin for a chance to win festive prizes.
👻 Free Spooky Sensory Play (Closed)
Join us for a free morning of Spooky Sensory Play! Families can enjoy hands-on activities with a seasonal twist—perfect for sparking creativity, exploration, and fall fun.
🌿 Wild Out Days (WOD) – When Public School is Out, We’re Here!
School’s out, adventure’s in! Wild Out Days give kids ages 5–12 a full day of outdoor exploration, hands-on learning, and team fun—led by licensed teachers in a safe, nature-based setting.
FALL Session: KinderWild Pioneers (Ages 5-6)
For Ages: 5 through 6 years old*
When: 9/16/2024 to 12/5/2024
1-4 Days/Week: Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and/or Thursdays
(You can choose one, two, three or all four days but your child must be in attendance at least one day of each week)*
Hours: 9:30 am to 2:00 pm—4.5 hours
Commitment: 13 Weeks
Where: 550 Snake Den Road, West Milford, NJ
FALL Session: Junior Naturalist (Ages 7-11)
For Ages: 7 through 11 years old*
When: 9/16/2024 to 12/5/2024
1-4 Days/Week: Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and/or Thursdays (You can choose one, two, three or all four days but your child must be in attendance at least one day of each week)*
Hours: 9:30 am to 2:00 pm—4.5 hours
Commitment: 13 Weeks
Where: 550 Snake Den Road, West Milford, NJ
FALL Session: Sprouts & Saplings (Ages 3-4)
For Ages: 3 through 4 years old*
When: 9/16/2024 to 12/5/2024
1-4 Days/Week: Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and/or Thursdays
(You can choose one, two, three or all four days but your child must be in attendance at least one day of each week)*
Hours: 9:30 am to 2:00 pm—4.5 hours
Commitment: 13 Weeks
Where: 550 Snake Den Road, West Milford, NJ