
Registration for our 2026 Summer Adventures will open Monday, March 9, 2026.
Give your preschooler a summer filled with fun, exploration, and outdoor adventures at Hugging Tree! Each week offers nature-based learning experiences with exciting new discoveries through group activities, free play, special guests, and an off-site adventure. We will be outdoors the entire time.
Ages: 3-5 years
* Children must be 3 years old by June 1, 2026, and fully self-sufficient in the restroom.
* No exceptions
Hours: Monday-Friday 8:30 am – 11:30 am
Cost: $115 per week
Snack: A mid-morning snack is provided. Students attending at least two weeks are enrolled in the CACFP food program and will not be charged a snack fee. Students attending only one week will be charged a $5 snack fee.
Registration & Payment:
1. Register at least 14 days prior to your desired week for our nature-based learning programs.
2. Additional paperwork will be emailed to you after registration is submitted. Completed paperwork and a current immunization record are required for each child participating in our programs.
3. Full tuition payment is due at time of registration.
Cancellation Policy:
* Full tuition refunds are given for cancellations made at least 14 days prior to the registered week.
* No refunds are given for cancellations made less than 14 days prior to the registered week.
Wait List:
1. A $50 deposit per week is required to join the wait list for our nature-based learning sessions.
2. Deposits are refunded if no spot becomes available.
3. Deposits are not refunded if a spot is offered and declined.
4. The remaining tuition balance is due upon acceptance of a spot offered.
June 9-13 Chirp, Buzz, Tap: Nature & Music: William Shakespeare said, “The Earth has music for those who listen.” In this nature-based learning adventure, we will listen and create our own music and instruments using nature as our guide. FULL - WAIT LIST
June 16-20 Mud, Leaves & Masterpieces: Nature & Art: Nature is an inspiration for many artists. As part of our outdoor adventures for kids, we will use nature to inspire and create our own artwork. FULL - WAIT LIST
June 23-27: Rocks, Dirt, Volcanoes: Earth Science: Earth science helps us understand how our planet works! During this nature-based learning session, we will investigate rocks, dirt, fossils, and landforms. FULL - WAIT LIST
July 14-18 Roll, Spin, Flow: Physics in Nature: Why do objects fall down instead of up? How do trees get water to the top branches? How do birds fly? In this engaging summer preschool activity, we will explore gravity, energy, force, and more! FULL - WAIT LIST
July 21-25 Pop, Fizzle, Ooze: Chemistry in Nature: Chemistry is all around us in nature! It explains how plants grow and even how animals survive. We will dive in and discover some great chemical reactions, making this a perfect part of our outdoor adventures for kids.
July 28 – Aug. 1 Roots, Wings & Fins: Biology in Nature: Biology is the science of living organisms. In this nature-based learning experience, we will examine plants, aquatic creatures, and land animals. FULL - WAIT LIST