Bringing Joy Back to Childhood!
Adventures Await!!!
Our Programs:
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This program is for Ages 1-5 years old and their caregiver. Together they will explore and enjoy Nature!
4 week blocks
Mondays 10am-11am
$70 per child, per block
$25 Drop in fee
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This is a Nature & Play Based preschool for ages 3-6 years old. Beginning their educational journey immersed in Nature through curiosity and play! This is how children learn best!
School year long program
9am-12pm M/W/F
$90 Weekly per child
Need Based Scholarships Available
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This Elementary Age program builds life skills through experiences in Nature and Self Directed Play. This is for ages 3-12 years old.
15 week Semesters (2 semesters)
Tuesday and/or Thursday
1 day $1,050 per child for 15 weeks
2 day $1,950 per child for 15 weeks
Sibling Discounts & Scholarships available
**NEW Monday class 1-4pm
1 day $450 per child for 15 weeks
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Nature Camps are for Preschool and Elementary age students. Our camps allow children to explore and enjoy the Natural World while learning new skills and spending time with friends!
Preschool: (3-6yrs old)
Cost: $90 per child per week
M/Tu/W
Elementary: (6-12yrs old)
Cost: $90 per child per week
M/Tu/W
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This program is in partnership with TROY Alternative School for Middle and High School students. Students get the opportunity to build life skills for Holistic Health through experiences in Nature.
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Learn more about what new events and field trips we offer seasonally by clicking below!
Upcoming Events:
🎳 Roll into the Holiday Spirit with our 2nd Annual Bowl-A-Thon! 🎳
Get ready for an afternoon of family fun, laughter, and friendly competition at our second annual Bowl-A-Thon Fundraiser! This is a fantastic way to support a great cause and kick off the holiday season in style.
🗓 Date & Time:
December 14th | 1:00 - 4:00 PM
📍 Location:
Main Bowl
303 S. Main Street
Columbia City, IN 46725
💸 Price:
$15 per Bowler (includes shoe rental)
Bring your friends, family, and best bowling game—there will be door prizes, a 50/50 raffle, and an Ugly Holiday Sweater Contest to keep the festivities going!
Create a Team or Join One! The deadline to register is December 7th, so sign up now to reserve your spot on the lanes. Each bowler is encouraged to raise $50 in pledges to support our mission.
Come for the strikes and stay for the holiday cheer. Let’s roll together to make a difference this season!
What is Nature Immersion Programming?
Nature immersion programming is what may also be called Forest School or Nature School. These styles of education immerse the student in nature in all weather, to learn from their environment and give them the building blocks to grow as a WHOLE person. These methods focus on developing the skills, interests and understanding of the student through practical, hands on experiences. Students have the freedom to follow their interests, explore their environment, and learn at their own pace. This method allows for curiosity, playfulness and sociability to inspire the life long love of learning!
Let Nature be your back drop for your next event!
We are now offering our pavilions and nature playscape for rent for events! This is a great space to host birthday parties, family gatherings, showers, graduations or a lovely tea party!
Our almost 7 acres offers 2 pavilions, nature playground, gardens and forest play area. We have a staff member present with options of child led activities.
For more details click the “Learn More” button to reserve your date!
Gear Sale Fundraiser!
Want to support our organization and programs?!
You can purchase gear by following this link and clicking on the Giving Gardens of Indiana store.
There is gear for your favorite program or the organization! You pick! And if you would like to just donate, you can donate through the website:
Thank you for helping our students and our programs GROW!!!
Do you have an item sitting around your home you would want to share?
Loose parts are an important learning tool for our students education and building creativity! So if you have anything at home you are no longer using, donating it to our students will make joyful learning for them and reduce waste at the same time!
If you would just like to make a donation to our classroom supplies, this is a great list of needs we use often!
Thank you for helping support the growth of the future generations with your generosity!
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