Jane Weir 11/10/23 Jane Weir 11/10/23

Don’t let regulations spook you

Whether you’re contemplating starting a school or you have a school and are considering integrating more nature-based approaches, at some point you’ve probably had thoughts about regulations.

Jane Weir 6/25/23 Jane Weir 6/25/23

Not fun, necessary

Policies and procedures. Probably not your favorite topic, eh? It’s not my favorite either.

Jane Weir 3/29/23 Jane Weir 3/29/23

Venturing beyond

Going to the Beyond–whether to a neighboring natural area, local park, or around the block–does require some forethought. We can’t just open the gate and see what happens.

Rachel Larimore 6/17/22 Rachel Larimore 6/17/22

The boring stuff matters: Policies, procedures, and more!

I know, I know—policies and procedures are boring, but they are SO important to operating successful nature-based programs.

Rachel Larimore 6/1/22 Rachel Larimore 6/1/22

The first rainy day

In this post from Rachel's weekly newsletter, she reflects on the first rainy day at a nature-based school. This includes talking with families about inclement weather and ensuring children have the appropriate gear for positive experiences playing outdoors.

Rachel Larimore 5/10/22 Rachel Larimore 5/10/22

Infants and toddlers need outdoor play too!

In this video, originally recorded for Kaplan Early Learning’s Facebook Live event, Dr. Rachel A. Larimore discusses the importance of outdoor play for infants and toddlers.

Rachel Larimore 5/6/22 Rachel Larimore 5/6/22

Program considerations for establishing a nature-based preschool

Are you looking to start a nature-based school? In this article, Rachel Larimore discusses the importance of establishing a program philosophy and evaluating your available resources for before starting a nature-based school.