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We believe in:
Limitless Wonder Intrinsic Curiosity Creative Expression Team Play Finding Harmony Sharing Respect Making Peace Honoring Ancestors Thanking Earth Sacred Reciprocity |
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If you feel the same
and are looking for an outdoor experience for your child Join us: Session 1: May 8 - June 8 (5 weeks) Wednesdays 9:00-1:00pm for ages 3-7 Session 2: (TBA) June 10-13 and June 17-20 July 15-18 and July 29-Aug 1 Session 3: Aug 5 - Oct 31 Sign up for a week more, with discounts for full session sign ups |
Held outdoors at Seven Springs on 126 acres of trails and springs, 20 minutes from downtown Maryville
The Seven Spring’s nature day camp was inspired by our little ones to provide them the learning experiences they deserve. Our learning community is kid centered, allowing the young ones to take responsibility for their learning. We provide a safe and encouraging container of gently guided activities, promoting creative free play arranged around weekly themes prompting exploration of themselves, each other and nature. We believe this nourishing family environment can support behavioral, social and emotional growth. We maintain small groups of 5-10 kids in each age group with 1-2 teachers.
Nature Day Camp Sample Schedule:
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9:00 - 10
Arrival and freeplay 10 - 10:15 Morning Circle: Map of the Day and Theme of the week 10:15-11 Physical activity: outdoor exploration, yoga, dance, garden, games 11-11:15 Snack (bring your own) 11:15 - 11:45 Mental activity: circle time, story time, puzzles, sharing, communication skills 11:45 - 12:15 Emotional activity: singing, playing instruments, creative arts, crafts 12:15 - 12:45 Lunch (bring your own) 12:45 - 1 Free Creative Play & complete previous activities or projects |
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Sample Weekly Schedule:
Week 1
Our first week of exploring the senses is focused on SIGHT. We will explore our depth and expansiveness of vision, diving into the micro and the macro of what we see in nature.
Week 2
Our second week of exploring the senses is focused on SOUND. We will have fun with the infinite sounds and music of nature.
Week 3
Our third week of exploring the senses is focused on SMELL. We'll smell all things around us, as well as experience calming and stimulating scents of herbs and flowers.
Week 4
Our fourth week of exploring the senses is focused on TASTE. From the taste of fresh spring water, to the taste of our favorite herbs, we will explore the natural sensations through our taste buds.
Week 5
Our fifth week of exploring the senses is focused on TOUCH. Diving into how we experience nature through touch, we will explore all different tactile experiences, such as with bark, soft leaves, dirt and of course, mud!
Week 6
Our sixth week of exploring the senses is focused on FEELING. From explore our external sense of touch, we will turn to experience this sense from our feelings on the inside.
Our first week of exploring the senses is focused on SIGHT. We will explore our depth and expansiveness of vision, diving into the micro and the macro of what we see in nature.
Week 2
Our second week of exploring the senses is focused on SOUND. We will have fun with the infinite sounds and music of nature.
Week 3
Our third week of exploring the senses is focused on SMELL. We'll smell all things around us, as well as experience calming and stimulating scents of herbs and flowers.
Week 4
Our fourth week of exploring the senses is focused on TASTE. From the taste of fresh spring water, to the taste of our favorite herbs, we will explore the natural sensations through our taste buds.
Week 5
Our fifth week of exploring the senses is focused on TOUCH. Diving into how we experience nature through touch, we will explore all different tactile experiences, such as with bark, soft leaves, dirt and of course, mud!
Week 6
Our sixth week of exploring the senses is focused on FEELING. From explore our external sense of touch, we will turn to experience this sense from our feelings on the inside.
Sample 2 Weekly Schedule:
Week 1
The first week’s color is RED. Our children will explore through the Earth element by gardening and nature inspired freeplay. This week is also about sharing where we come from; our family members, our roots and how to give back to the ancestors and Mother Earth!
Week 2
ORANGE is our themed color for week two. In this time our children will use their imagination to creatively play, group problem solve and express emotions in safe and fun ways. Allowing the Water element to guide many of the weeks activities.
Week 3
For week three our color is YELLOW. This week is about shining bright in who we are! To be like the Sun and learn how to bring light into the world. Our children will have opportunities to practice confidence through show and tell, dancing, singing and playing instruments together.
Week 4
GREEN is our fourth color. Week four is all about love! How can we express love? How do we learn about self love? Is unconditional love in the air? Let the wind carry our love out into the places into the world that need it most!
Week 5
The fifth color is BLUE. This week is inspired by using our voices! Encouraging our children to use their words, to creatively express themselves and play in the art of chanting, singing and toning. While also understanding that listening is just as important as speaking up!
Week 6
PURPLE is week six’s color! To use our imagination, to think outside of the box and try things in new ways! Encouraging our children to explore who they are and what they want to maybe grow up to be one day!
Week 7
Our seventh week is represented by BLACK & WHITE. Here our children will play with balance, learn about opposites and experience with our center of our beings!
Week 8
RAINBOW is our last themed color/s of the week! Our littles will use their senses to explore and make sense of the world around them by touching, tasting, smelling, seeing, moving and hearing. This final week is filled with teamwork and doing things together!
Week 9
Our final week will bring attention to REFLECTIONS. We will explore the reflections within each on of us, as well as our reflection with and through our natural world.
The first week’s color is RED. Our children will explore through the Earth element by gardening and nature inspired freeplay. This week is also about sharing where we come from; our family members, our roots and how to give back to the ancestors and Mother Earth!
Week 2
ORANGE is our themed color for week two. In this time our children will use their imagination to creatively play, group problem solve and express emotions in safe and fun ways. Allowing the Water element to guide many of the weeks activities.
Week 3
For week three our color is YELLOW. This week is about shining bright in who we are! To be like the Sun and learn how to bring light into the world. Our children will have opportunities to practice confidence through show and tell, dancing, singing and playing instruments together.
Week 4
GREEN is our fourth color. Week four is all about love! How can we express love? How do we learn about self love? Is unconditional love in the air? Let the wind carry our love out into the places into the world that need it most!
Week 5
The fifth color is BLUE. This week is inspired by using our voices! Encouraging our children to use their words, to creatively express themselves and play in the art of chanting, singing and toning. While also understanding that listening is just as important as speaking up!
Week 6
PURPLE is week six’s color! To use our imagination, to think outside of the box and try things in new ways! Encouraging our children to explore who they are and what they want to maybe grow up to be one day!
Week 7
Our seventh week is represented by BLACK & WHITE. Here our children will play with balance, learn about opposites and experience with our center of our beings!
Week 8
RAINBOW is our last themed color/s of the week! Our littles will use their senses to explore and make sense of the world around them by touching, tasting, smelling, seeing, moving and hearing. This final week is filled with teamwork and doing things together!
Week 9
Our final week will bring attention to REFLECTIONS. We will explore the reflections within each on of us, as well as our reflection with and through our natural world.
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Cost:
$45/week
$215 for the full 1st session - 5 weeks!
Half Day and Full Session available starting in June (details TBA)
Step 1: Register Below
Step 2: Fill out our Registration Form HERE
Step 3: Have fun!
$45/week
$215 for the full 1st session - 5 weeks!
Half Day and Full Session available starting in June (details TBA)
Step 1: Register Below
Step 2: Fill out our Registration Form HERE
Step 3: Have fun!
“Everything is ceremony in the wild garden of childhood” - Pablo Neruda
