If weather conditions are unsafe and we cancel, we will do our best to reschedule dates!
All Ages Welcome!
*Hosted by Kennedy and Arija!
8 Weeks
FRIDAYS
*Dates Below:
January:
January 15th
January 22nd
January 26th
February 5th
February 12th
February 19th
February 26th
March 5th
PRICE: $240/Family
*You will receive an invoice once registered and we accept payment via e-transfer. We do this to avoid charging families pesky website fees!
Time: 9:30am-12:30pm
Location: High Lonesome Nature Reserve
https://www.mmlt.ca/properties/high-lonesome-nature-reserve
Winter Explorers invites families to slow down, bundle up, and discover the magic of winter together. Through play, exploration, and shared experiences, families build confidence being outdoors in all kinds of winter weather.
Each week offers simple, hands-on ways to enjoy the season. From learning basic winter skills to playing, creating, and connecting in nature. This program is perfect for families new to winter play as well as those eager to deepen their outdoor experiences.
Birch and Bud also offers a gentle introduction to our Fox Program, supporting children as they grow in independence and confidence outdoors.
Learn basic winter skills like shelter building and safe, family-friendly fires
Explore the forest by tracking animals and observing winter wildlife
Play and create through snow-based games and sensory activities
Gather in song and celebration with a special musical guest
Build connection with nature, your child, and other families
Snow Paint
Use water and natural pigments to paint designs on snow.
Nature Ice Ornaments
Freeze leaves, berries, and pine needles in water to create hanging art.
Winter Creations/Mandalas
Make beautiful pictures in the snow with natural materials found in winter.
Mini Snow Shelters
Build small shelters using snow, sticks, and evergreen boughs.
Winter Wand Crafts
Decorate sticks with yarn, fabric scraps, and natural materials for imaginative play.
Snow Dough Play
Mix snow with a bit of flour or cornstarch and oil to create moldable snow dough for sculpting.
Winter Fairy Potion Bottles
Fill jars with snow, water, sparkles, pine needles, and berries for imaginative play and storytelling.
Intro to Wilderness First Aid
Discover which plants offer medicinal purposes and support winter explorers when band-aids are unavailable!
Intro to Animal Pelts and Skulls
Our Director Arija’s father was a biologist and taught her to hunt - so over the years she has collected a variety of animal skulls and pelts to explore and learn about the different animals!
Come join our community of families who believe that every season holds something magical. Let’s explore, learn, and grow together in the heart of winter.
All Ages Welcome!
*Hosted by Kennedy and Arija!
8 Weeks
FRIDAYS
*Dates Below:
January:
January 15th
January 22nd
January 26th
February 5th
February 12th
February 19th
February 26th
March 5th
PRICE: $240/Family
*You will receive an invoice once registered and we accept payment via e-transfer. We do this to avoid charging families pesky website fees!
Time: 9:30am-12:30pm
Location: High Lonesome Nature Reserve
https://www.mmlt.ca/properties/high-lonesome-nature-reserve
Winter Explorers invites families to slow down, bundle up, and discover the magic of winter together. Through play, exploration, and shared experiences, families build confidence being outdoors in all kinds of winter weather.
Each week offers simple, hands-on ways to enjoy the season. From learning basic winter skills to playing, creating, and connecting in nature. This program is perfect for families new to winter play as well as those eager to deepen their outdoor experiences.
Birch and Bud also offers a gentle introduction to our Fox Program, supporting children as they grow in independence and confidence outdoors.
Learn basic winter skills like shelter building and safe, family-friendly fires
Explore the forest by tracking animals and observing winter wildlife
Play and create through snow-based games and sensory activities
Gather in song and celebration with a special musical guest
Build connection with nature, your child, and other families
Snow Paint
Use water and natural pigments to paint designs on snow.
Nature Ice Ornaments
Freeze leaves, berries, and pine needles in water to create hanging art.
Winter Creations/Mandalas
Make beautiful pictures in the snow with natural materials found in winter.
Mini Snow Shelters
Build small shelters using snow, sticks, and evergreen boughs.
Winter Wand Crafts
Decorate sticks with yarn, fabric scraps, and natural materials for imaginative play.
Snow Dough Play
Mix snow with a bit of flour or cornstarch and oil to create moldable snow dough for sculpting.
Winter Fairy Potion Bottles
Fill jars with snow, water, sparkles, pine needles, and berries for imaginative play and storytelling.
Intro to Wilderness First Aid
Discover which plants offer medicinal purposes and support winter explorers when band-aids are unavailable!
Intro to Animal Pelts and Skulls
Our Director Arija’s father was a biologist and taught her to hunt - so over the years she has collected a variety of animal skulls and pelts to explore and learn about the different animals!
Come join our community of families who believe that every season holds something magical. Let’s explore, learn, and grow together in the heart of winter.