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Join families exploring the forest on the weekend in Essex County, NJ!

All ages, all weather, all abilities welcome!

Expect a pace and rhythm of the children that attend, through
unstructured, free play. Watch as the benefits, the magic, and fun of
playing in the forest unfolds!

WHEN: Saturday, October 21 10:30 AM departure into the woods. We will gather at picnic tables but the stream. If you arrive late, text yarrow at 973-368-5112 [NOTE: Time change to a slightly later departure time than weekends past]
We plan to meet every third Saturday (1 week in the woods, 2 weeks elsewhere and then back in the woods), the next one will be Saturday November 11 (unless we are drawn to the woods another weekend so stay tuned)!

LEADER: Yarrow - email: yarrowworld(at)gmail(dot)com
STILL looking for a co-leader to make the Saturday meet ups a more
regular occurrence. I will likely not meet during Dec-Feb but it is
totally possible to continue meeting if someone is interested!

LOCATION: South Mountain Reservation, Tulip Drive 64 Cherry Lane, West
Orange, NJ 07052 (as you enter Tulip Drive be sure to turn right to
find the parking lot by the picnic tables and creek).

WEATHER : We meet in all weather unless its storming and thundering!

WHAT TO BRING AND WEAR: Be prepared for water play, including shoes
that you are willing to get wet and dirty. It is highly suggested to
bring a change of clothes for the ride home! More tips:
www.forestschoolforall.com/blog/2015/08/04/outdoor-gear-for-kids/

On a typical Saturday at Tulip Springs, the children might hang out by
the brook by the picnic tables playing in the water as the group
assembles. Then, we venture into the forest for a hike (approx 1.5
miles maybe). We usually end at a brook (get wet?!), which is usually
a good time for a snack or lunch.

Tick prevention!
https://forestschoolforall.com/blog/2016/03/28/lets-talk-ticks-forest-play/

What to bring and what to wear tips!
www.forestschoolforall.com/blog/2015/08/04/outdoor-gear-for-kids/

Other frequently asked questions!
https://forestschoolforall.com/faq/

~See you in the forest