A summer designed to strengthen the body, awaken the senses,
and support whole‑child development
Back to Nature is built around one simple truth: young children need rich, full‑body movement and sensory experiences to grow well. Summer offers the ideal window for this kind of developmental nourishment—long days, open space, and the freedom to move in ways that indoor environments rarely allow.
This program is intentionally crafted to support the physical, sensory, and cognitive foundations that children rely on throughout the school year.
SUMMER PLAYCAMP
Weekly Registration only
Pre-Summer
9am to 1pm - $325 I $310
Week May 26th
Week June 1st & June 8th
Oleta State Park - 3 spots available
Enchanted - 2 spots available
Summer
9am to 1pm - 2pm or 3pm
Enchanted Forest Elaine Gordon Park
JUNE - June 8th to July 3rd, 2026
JULY - CLOSED
AUGUST - August 3rd to August 28th
Enchanted Forest Elaine Gordon Park
If you have a group of families interested, with a minimum of 5 children registering the same day, we will honor the sibling discount for the whole group.
Late Fees: $1 per minute immediately after 1pm, 2pm and 3pm.
Penalties: Fees jump to $5 per minute after the first 15 minutes.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Back to Nature Summer Program
Intended for Children 2.5 to 8 years old without caregiver.
Maximum: 15 Children
Young Leadership Program
Roots to Leadership
Intended for Children 8 years old to 12 years old
Maximum: 4 Children
Rain or Shine
Play-Based & Child-Led
100% Outdoor program
1:5 mentor Ratio
The program foundation rest in the practice of the Synergetic Play Therapeutic sessions and the use of Nature as a tool to help children to balance their regulatory nervous system, Conscious Discipline to redirect behavior and we practice a Whole‑Child, Neuroscience‑Guided Approach.
Arrival: 9:00am to 9:30am.
The Nature Immersion:
9:30am. to 12:30pm.
Unstructured & Risky Play - Storytelling - Nature Walks - Cooking - Foraging -
Gardening - Waterplay & Mud play
Departure:
12:30pm to 1:00pm.
Enrichment class:
1:15pm to 2:00pm
Decades of research in child development, occupational therapy, and environmental psychology point to the same truth: children need daily, meaningful time outdoors to develop strong bodies, regulated nervous systems, and flexible thinking.
Key findings include:
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Improved sensory integration - Occupational therapists emphasize that uneven ground, varied textures, climbing, digging, and balancing naturally strengthen the vestibular and proprioceptive systems—foundations for attention, coordination, and emotional regulation.
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Stronger motor skills - Studies show that children who play outdoors regularly demonstrate better balance, core strength, and gross motor coordination than peers who spend most of their time indoors.
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Reduced stress and improved mood - Time in green spaces lowers cortisol, supports calmer behavior, and increases resilience—especially important for children who struggle with transitions or sensory overwhelm.
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Enhanced creativity and problem‑solving - Unstructured outdoor play encourages flexible thinking, experimentation, and self‑directed learning—skills that structured environments often limit.
Angela Hanscom, pediatric occupational therapist and author of Balance and Barefoot, recommends that young children spend 3–5 hours of outdoor play daily to support healthy sensory and motor development. She highlights that:
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Children need big, whole‑body movement—running, spinning, climbing, rolling—to build the neurological foundations for focus and self‑control.
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Risk-taking in nature (climbing logs, balancing on rocks, navigating uneven terrain) teaches children to assess danger, build confidence, and strengthen executive functioning.
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Barefoot time and exposure to natural elements help children develop stronger sensory awareness and body intelligence.
INVESTMENT
Summer Back to Nature
in partnership with The Childhood Nature Project
REGISTRATION DETAILS
• The full regular investment for Summer PLAYcamp is due at the time of enrollment.
• 50% deposit is required at the time of registration.
• The remaining balance must be paid by May 15th, 2026.
• Discounts are not combinable with the sibling discount.
WEEKLY INVESTMENT
1p.m. pick up - $325
2p.m. pick up - $365
3p.m. pick up - $425
5% Sibling Discount
BUNDLE
1p.m. pick up - $300
2p.m. pick up - $340
3p.m. pick up - $400
PAYMENT OPTIONS
Zelle to (786) 499 2939
Refund Policy
Cancellations made 20 days or more before your child’s registered start date are eligible for a 50% refund.
Cancellations made 19 days or fewer before the start date are non‑refundable, and we are unable to offer credit for future camps, events, or classes due to our small‑group policy.
If your child can no longer attend, another child who is not currently registered may take their place, as long as the family completes all required forms.
We appreciate your understanding and support as we work to maintain high‑quality, intimate nature‑based experiences for all children.