Kids in Nature is a hands-on, family-centered outdoor class designed for children ages 3–8 and their parents or caregivers. Together, families will explore the newly awaking spring woods, create with natural materials, and engage in playful, seasonal activities inspired by folk traditions and the natural world.

Children will have opportunities to:

• Paint with mud

• Weave using natural materials

• Investigate plants and germination

• Deep dive into dandelions

• Experience loose parts play in nature

Through these experiences, children strengthen sensory awareness, fine motor skills, cooperation, problem-solving, and confidence in outdoor environments—all through joyful, play-based learning.

Parents and caregivers will also receive supportive guidance and access to a shared folder of nature-based resources to help extend learning beyond the class and into everyday outdoor experiences.

All participants should come dressed in weather-appropriate clothing, ready to explore and play outdoors.

Location: Marine Mills Folk School
550 Pine St., Marine on St. Croix, MN 55047

Tuition: $60 per family

Register 🔗: https://marinemillsfolkschool.org/inspire_events/kids-in-nature-spring-ages-3-8/

This 2-hour, research-based workshop is designed for parents and caregivers of children ages 1–8 years. This class blends neuroscience, child development, and practical strategies to help families and caregivers confidently navigate big feelings with calm, connection, and intention. We begin with a self-reflection of our view of emotion, learn about how the brain processes emotion, and then to regulation tools and techniques that support all ages. Pre-sewed neck wraps for participants to fill, tie, and add essential oil to support their journey to regulation are provided. Must register 2 weeks before class.

Luck Schools
Cost: $25
Register 🔗: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScp8_LjfU-KYBW7GnBinx09_NXsotLyglvE0MYuJ8bVEXmHXw/viewform
Hosted by Luck School District WI Community Education

Join us for a morning of outdoor play, exploration, and connection at Glover Park in Hudson.

Purposeful play supports children’s development while creating meaningful moments for families to connect with nature and each other. This relaxed, drop-in style event is designed to encourage curiosity, creativity, and active bodies outdoors. Learn about the supports and services available in your community and meet other families.

Activities include:

• Birdseed Egg Hunt & Nature Craft
  Children will search for birdseed eggs and string them to hang in trees for birds.

• Flower Printing
  Use real flowers and natural materials to create prints on paper and on the sidewalk.

• Loose Parts Play
  Open-ended materials that encourage creativity, problem-solving, and imaginative play.

• Sidewalk Games
  Classic outdoor games that encourage movement and social play.

• Infant Play Area
  A quiet space with blankets and simple materials for our youngest explorers.

This event is designed for young children and their caregivers; siblings are always welcome.

Come enjoy a morning of purposeful play outdoors.

FREE Community Event
Glover Park – Hudson
April 1st | 10–11 AM

My goal is for you, as a parent/caregiver, to feel confident in your ability to support your child's development and the time spent together outdoors.

With that in mind, come dressed for all weather! This club is entirely outdoors.

The Details
• Parent/caregiver and child ages 6 & Under (Older siblings welcome & encouraged to join!)
• Pay as you go ($15/session) or purchase a punch card (5 Classes for $60, can be used for future seasons)
• Runs Wednesdays February 11th, 18th, 25th, March 4th, 11th
• Includes:
• Trail walk with intention
• Story-time
• Snack (apple/clementine)
• An activity card
• Explorer tools
• Parent resources

Sessions are designed to support:
• Social-emotional skills
• Self-regulation
• Sensory organization
• Motor development
• Language & communication
• Engagement
• Persistence
• Discovery
• Problem solving
• Scientific thinking
• And more!

🐴 Farm Tour Day 🐴
To be Determined

REGISTER 🔗: https://forms.gle/hQ92H9HunU1zV3U39
Cash and card are accepted at the time of class. A processing fee is added to all card transactions.

My goal is for you, as a parent/caregiver, to feel confident in your ability to support your child's development and the time spent together outdoors.

With that in mind, come dressed for all weather! This club is entirely outdoors.

The Details
• Parent/caregiver and child ages 6 & Under (Older siblings welcome & encouraged to join!)
• Pay as you go ($15/session) or purchase a punch card (5 Classes for $60, can be used for future seasons)
• Runs Wednesdays February 11th, 18th, 25th, March 4th, 11th
• Includes:
• Trail walk with intention
• Story-time
• Snack (apple/clementine)
• An activity card
• Explorer tools
• Parent resources

Sessions are designed to support:
• Social-emotional skills
• Self-regulation
• Sensory organization
• Motor development
• Language & communication
• Engagement
• Persistence
• Discovery
• Problem solving
• Scientific thinking
• And more!

🐴 Farm Tour Day 🐴
To be Determined

REGISTER 🔗: https://forms.gle/hQ92H9HunU1zV3U39
Cash and card are accepted at the time of class. A processing fee is added to all card transactions.