Base Camp

Open-ended,

child-led

outdoor

play

Nature Based Enrichment

and Exploration Classes

"children still need a childhood with dirt, mud, puddles trees, sticks, and tadpoles"

- Brooke Hampton

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Nature-Based Enrichment

  • Mixed-aged classes for 3 to 5 years old
  • Must be potty trained
  • group learning in an inspiring outdooR setting
  • drop off program
  • 6:1 Student-to-teacher ratio
  • Proven protocols to make learning safe and fun
  • 80% outdoor immersive program
  • Nature-based curriculum -child led
  • irresistible invitations to play

Please see required gear list to participate before registering!

Fall

Winter

Winter/Spring

Spring

  • Rubber Rainboots Bog Classic or Neo-Classic Boots
  • Sturdy shoes
  • Rain mittens
  • Rain jacket with hood
  • Rain pants (or one-piece rain suit)
  • Fleece jacket
  • Stocking cap or beanie
  • Sturdy play pants
  • Wool socks
  • Insulated winter boots
  • Merino wool base layer
  • Fleece pants and sweater
  • Neck warmer
  • Insulated hat
  • Insulated mittens 2 pairs per day
  • One-piece snowsuit or bib overalls & Down puffer jacket
  • Insulated winter boots
  • Wool socks
  • Rubber Rain Boots Bog Classic or Neo-Classic
  • Merino wool mitten
  • Fleece jacket
  • Stocking cap or beanie
  • Neck warmer
  • Wool socks
  • Merino wool base layer
  • Fleece pants and sweater
  • Rubber boots Bog Classic or Neo-Classic Boots
  • Sturdy shoes
  • Fleece jacket
  • Rain gear (same as fall)
  • Rain mittens
  • Sturdy play pants or shorts
  • Sunhat

Check back later for gear discount codes!

Check out these resources for your explorer’s gear needs!

Location

Land Acknowledgement



We acknowledge that we gather on the traditional and contemporary lands of the Chippewa, Dakota, Sioux, Ojibwe, and other Indigenous people. Lake Minnetonka and the areas surrounding are steeped in indigenous history & spirituality. Wild Dragonfly Explorers is committed to educating our community while recognizing & celebrating the Indigenous people of our area & state. The land, forest, water & air are a celebrated part of our learning community.




Offerings

Register your preschool explorer for upcoming camps

REGISTRATION

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2024/25 NATURE-BASED

ENRICHMENT CAMP

3 - 5 years old




Required Forms

Walking field trip

form

Handbook

Available in July