News from the Wild: Winter Solstice Event, Jobs, and More
Hey there, Forest Families! This week, we are continuing to look at how our forest friends survive in the chilly Winter conditions. Last week, we explored what animals do in the winter, and now it's time to uncover the secrets of our plant pals. We'll be focusing on plant adaptations, perennials, and conifers, and even touching on the importance of roots and soil during winter.
Parent Tip of the Week
In our recent virtual chat, we discussed the significance of your children attending their classes regularly, particularly during the winter season. By doing so, they can develop resilience, maintain a consistent routine, and witness their growth through overcoming challenges. If your child seems hesitant about braving the cold, remember that it doesn't have to be an all-or-nothing situation. You can start by sending them for shorter periods on those extremely chilly or wet days, gradually increasing the duration as they become more accustomed to the weather. Even a short time at school on a particularly cold day can be celebrated as a triumph, an achievement, constantly uplifting your child and reminding them that they are capable of conquering difficult tasks! And I'm willing to bet that those challenging moments will be remembered as quite enjoyable in hindsight! Additionally, consider giving your child some control in deciding if they would prefer a shorter day. Perhaps let them choose how much time they would like to spend at school before checking in with their teacher to see if they are ready to call it a day. We believe that once they are outside, surrounded by their friends and teachers, they may decide to extend their stay a little longer! We adore winter, and we're pretty sure your kids do too!
Upcoming Camp
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 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 December 25 - January 5.
Upcoming Events
Winter Solstice Celebration
On December 16th, we have another exciting Family Celebration lined up to celebrate the Winter Solstice. Join us as we create family Yule logs, embark on a magical walk through the Evergreen Spiral to light our Yule log candles, and who knows, we might even have a surprise guest drop by! 🎅🏽 So, make sure to sign up and let us know how many family members you have, so we can pre-drill holes in the logs for your candles. Don't forget to bring along your Yule log decorating items, like evergreen sprigs, pine cones, acorns, holly leaves and berries, dried flowers, dried fruit slices, and anything else that sparks joy! Let's make this celebration unforgettable!
Virtual Book Fair
If you're looking for more exciting, engaging, and educational books to gift this holiday season, look no further.
An order of ANY amount is greatly appreciated and helps EverWild Forest School earn FREE and discounted books to add to our library for teachers to utilize.
Tots & Trees Winter Session
We are delighted to share the exciting news of our upcoming Tots and Trees Winter Session, a 10-week program running from January 10th to March 13th! Join us for an immersive experience where toddlers and caregivers can discover the magic of nature during the winter season.
Nominate EverWild
Scheels Idaho is generously offering $10,000 in donations to support local nonprofits, and we are excited to have the opportunity to be one of the fortunate beneficiaries. As we enter this season of giving, we are reaching out to you, seeking your nominations. Your support will make a significant difference in empowering our school to continue providing a nurturing and transformative educational experience. Nominate us by December 13th: https://bit.ly/3NacovX
Join our team
If you know someone who is passionate about educating young minds through nature and wants to make a real difference, we extend a warm invitation to join our team at EverWild. Apply today and become a valued member of our Forest School!
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.
