News from the Wild: Beavers, beanies, & more!
Hello EverWild Families! We're excited to kick off November with a fascinating topic: beavers! These incredible creatures have had a significant impact on the environment, second only to humans. Throughout this week, your kids will delve into various aspects of beavers' lives, such as their physical attributes perfectly suited for their environment, their social behaviors, their remarkable engineering skills, and the reason why Indigenous Peoples referred to the November Full Moon as the Beaver Moon. And here's a little joke for you: What do beavers like to add to their salad? Branch dressing!
Parent Tip of the Week
We've already had some chilly days, and there are plenty more to come! Let's take a moment to reflect on how we (as adults) talk about cold weather. Do you catch yourself complaining about the cold or putting off outdoor fun until it warms up a bit? Interestingly, kids don't seem to mind the cold weather (as long as they're bundled up). In fact, they really enjoy it and have a blast even in the cold. If they hear us adults expressing our biases towards the cold, they might start feeling the same way, and that's not what we want. It can also give the impression that we only wait for perfect conditions to do things we enjoy and truly live life. But we want to send a different message - we embrace life to the fullest, no matter what the weather has in store for us. So, we invite you to join us in this effort to be mindful of the words we choose when talking about the weather. With that being said, please make sure your child is dressed for the weather of the day, and has back up items to stay warm in their backpacks.
New Beanies!
Embrace the chilly weather with our brand-new EverWild beanies! These beanies are not just a cozy accessory, but a powerful symbol of your support for our mission. Don't miss out on the opportunity snag one because orders close on November 17!
Upcoming Camps
Fall Break Camp
Fall Break Camp will be happening November 20-22, between 10:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. Act fast as spots are going quickly! Register here.
Winter Break Camp
Winter Break Camp will be happening January 2 - 5, between 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m.
If you're registering two or more children in our Winter Camp, use code YAY at checkout for 10% off.
*Discount does not apply to Fall Camp*
If you're interested in our Spring Break Camp March 18 - 22, 2024, kindly fill out this Interest Form to help us make the necessary arrangements.
No EverWild classes will take place November 20 - 24 or December 25 - January 5.
Upcoming Events
Lantern Walk
Experience the enchantment of a moonlit walk! Gather together as the sun sets, holding your own exquisite lanterns, to serenade the night and fill it with radiant light on November 11 at 5:00 pm at Veterans Memorial Park. Don't forget to bring your used coats to donate!
Coffee for a Cause
Celebrate Giving Tuesday with us on November 28, a day dedicated to giving back! Join us at both Dawson Taylor locations and make a difference with every purchase. 10% of all purchases made on this special day will be donated to EverWild. When you visit the downtown location from 9 AM to 2 PM, you'll also have the chance to enter our coffee lover's raffle.
Wine Not Give Trivia Night
Join us on December 5th, from 5 - 8 PM, for an evening of nature-themed trivia, fine wine, and charitable giving! It is FREE to play, and we have some incredible prizes for the winning teams. Rally your friends, brainstorm a clever team name, and get ready to put your knowledge to the test! 20% off all purchases from the evening will be donated to EverWild Forest School's Education Fund.
Winter Solstice Celebration
Come join us during this joyful season as we celebrate Yule and the Winter Solstice. Every family will have the opportunity to create their own Yule log and ignite it using a communal candle. We can't wait to see you on December 16th at 5:00 pm.
Sponsor a Teacher
As the temperatures dip in the Treasure Valley, our educators find themselves taking off their gloves to help students, leading to chilly hands. Fortunately, we've got 5 sponsors on board to supply 5 educators with rechargeable hand warmers. Now, we just need 5 more sponsors! This not only lessens our environmental footprint but also ensures our teachers' hands stay warm and nimble. You can contribute by purchasing rechargeable hand warmers from our wish list and including your name. If you have a particular teacher in mind, feel free to mention their name too.
Leave A Rewiew
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We hope you have a wonderful week! Be sure to follow along our adventures on Instagram and Facebook!
EverWild Forest School is an initiative under the umbrella of the National Outdoor Learning Alliance (NOLA), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. NOLA operates with a broader mission to amplify outdoor learning opportunities. This overarching organization provides crucial resources, funding, and support to various programs and initiatives, such as EverWild Forest School, that aim to increase access to outdoor learning for youth across the nation.
