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Our Programs
After School Adventures
Where the day really begins.
After a day spent indoors, children step back into the natural world where they can move freely, explore deeply, and engage with their environment in meaningful ways.
Each session is rooted in curiosity and guided by experienced educators, offering a balance of freedom and structure that supports both independence and growth.
Why It Matters
Something essential is missing from modern childhood.
Children are spending less time outside, less time moving freely, and less time learning through real experience. They need space to explore, take risks, and discover what they’re capable of.
Being in nature gives children more than memories. It helps children build lasting confidence, emotional resilience, and a grounded sense of self they will carry with them far beyond the trail.
A Typical Day
Each day flows with the rhythm of the group and the environment, and may include:
School pickup, walk to local park and transition into the afternoon.
Group circle, snack and intention setting
Exploration, hiking, and free movement
Hands on activities and skill building
Group games, collaboration, and creative play
Reflection and closing circle
Return to school for parent pickup
Tuition
Our program meets once per week from school pickup through 6:15 PM and is enrolled by semester. Small group size (10–12 children) allows for a more personalized and intentional experience.
$1,120 per semester
(16 sessions total)
Payment Options
$1,050 paid in full
$280/month (4 monthly payments)
What’s Included
School pickup and return for easy parent pickup
Guided outdoor programming
Small group experience with consistent educators
All materials and activities
Commitment
Enrollment is per semester to support consistency, community, and meaningful growth over time.
Old Mill Elementary
Get a discount by paying in full.
After School Adventures meets once per week and is enrolled by semester.
Children are picked up directly from school by an educator, walk to nearby trails for outdoor adventures, and are returned to campus for parent pickup at 6:15 PM
This registration is for the Fall Session (start of school to winter break).
After School Adventures meets once per week and is enrolled by semester.
Children are picked up directly from school by an educator, walk to nearby trails for outdoor adventures, and are returned to campus for parent pickup at 6:15 PM
This registration is for the Fall Session (start of school to winter break).
Tam Valley Elementary
Get a discount by paying in full.
After School Adventures meets once per week and is enrolled by semester.
Children are picked up directly from school at early release by an educator, walk to nearby trails for outdoor adventures, and are returned to campus for parent pickup at 5:45 PM.
This registration is for the Fall Session (start of school to winter break).
After School Adventures meets once per week and is enrolled by semester.
Children are picked up directly from school at early release by an educator, walk to nearby trails for outdoor adventures, and are returned to campus for parent pickup at 5:45 PM.
This registration is for the Fall Session (start of school to winter break).
If you don’t see your school listed but are interested in joining Strong Earth After School Adventures,
reach out to us — we may still be able to get your child enrolled.
“The land is the real teacher. All we need as students is mindfulness.”
— Robin Wall Kimmerer
