Nature immersion play experiences that inspire deeper connections to nature, self, and others so all children can thrive. At River's Edge, children challenge themselves and strengthening their core muscles. They learn to cooperate. Children take healthy risks, conquer fears, and build confidence. They learn to strategize and develop critical thinking skills.
They develop compassion and the ability to apologize. Children playing this way are developing as a WHOLE child, the way their mind, body, and soul wants it to be. Here children have the freedom to be, to explore, to take time to experiment. Play groups are 100% outdoors and children are supported in their skill development by trained Forest Guides.
They develop compassion and the ability to apologize. Children playing this way are developing as a WHOLE child, the way their mind, body, and soul wants it to be. Here children have the freedom to be, to explore, to take time to experiment. Play groups are 100% outdoors and children are supported in their skill development by trained Forest Guides.
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Are you looking for a place where your child is valued for who they are and also challenged to grow through play?! Do you want your child to learn how to play with others, experience the space to "just be", and a slower pace to develop without such harsh societal pressures? Through this type of play and with the guidance of trained Forest Guides, children are inspired to build deeper connections to nature, self, and others.
The best nature play program to support your child's development prior to entering school or to supplement your homeschooling. Playing week after week with the same group of kids results in tremendous growth with social emotional skills, gross motor and strength, confidence, resilience, and nature connection.
FORESTplay is a 5 hour, 100% outdoor, nature immersion program for children 3yrs to 10yrs that runs from Sept-May. We offer play experiences with a low adult/child ratio, small group size and developmentally appropriate age groups. Each day is filled with ample time to play, story time to ignite the imagination, nature exploration to connect with the environment and freedom to relax and reflect in a place of calm and serenity.
River's Edge has provided individual and group child outdoor counseling for over 8 years. We are currently re-structuring and expanding our therapy services to include 1:1 sensory integration and nature based occupational therapy services. We will also continue to run small group therapy as we have found these to be very beneficial for children working on play and social skills!
Welcome to Ninja Training Camp! Forest Ninjas are protectors of the Forest who adventure the land to gain experience and strength to move with stealth through the forest lands. In this two day camp your child will become a Forest Ninja, facing challenges and games to improve skills as a Forest Ninja- protector of the Forest.
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