by Forest Leader | Apr 19, 2016 | Westchester NY
We found crawfish in the creek, climbed up a steep hillside to ponder a fallen tree's roots, and picnicked by the water. Many new members came to play! WEATHER: 51 degrees and sunny. LEADERS: Orm - email: Nessarawestchester(at)forestschoolforall(dot)com and Becca...
by Forest Leader | Apr 12, 2016 | Westchester NY
The chilly day made lots of the kids want to be held, while directing our journey through the forest. We all spread out and wandered back and forth along the trails, looking at the budding plants and the skunk cabbage … Read...
by Forest Leader | Apr 5, 2016 | Westchester NY
We found a new trail last week! We thought it lead to private property, but the kids showed us that we were mistaken. They led us to a lovely, sunny field where we picnicked and played in the tall grass. … Read...
by Forest Leader | Mar 29, 2016 | Westchester NY
Last week, we hiked, traversed the creek, climbed trees, and explored some sand. One of the ways we maximize our fun in the forest is to not be afraid. Ticks can seem scary but, armed with a little knowledge, we … Read...
by Forest Leader | Mar 22, 2016 | Westchester NY
Join families exploring the forest in Ossining, New York! 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 unfold! Last week, … Read...
by Forest Leader | Mar 15, 2016 | Westchester NY
Join families exploring the forest in Ossining, New York! 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 unfold! WEATHER: 55 and … Read...
by Forest Leader | Mar 7, 2016 | Westchester NY
Join families exploring the forest in Westchester, New York! 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! WEATHER: 60 degrees … Read...
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Outdoor play is a powerfully beneficial activity for kids, but in today’s day and age it’s happening less and less. Enter forest schools, group-based outdoor experiences for youth. Forest schools are relatively new to the US, but are catching on … Read...
