Afterschool in Nature begins with the new school year on September 1, 2022, and your middle-school aged youth is invited to take part!

Afterschool in Nature is a program serving middle-school aged youth Monday through Friday, 2:30-5:30 pm, hosted at Sage Mountain Botanical Sanctuary, a 600-acre nature reserve in Orange, Vermont.

Afterschool in Nature curriculum intimately follows the cycle of the seasons, wildlife, and local flora. Youth will explore this ancient rhythm by splashing in mountain streams, helping to grow delicious and healthy foods in the garden meadow, and experiencing quality time outdoors through a variety of different activities. In the process, they will learn not only about the natural communities that surround them, but also about themselves, their peers, and the world at large.

Our activities are guided by youth-led learning and nature immersion while integrating STEM objectives, creative arts, and social-emotional learning. Our program provides students with a foundation of physical and mental wellness through land-based, hands-on, outdoor learning and play. Our outdoor educators support youth with decades of nature education experience and trauma-informed training.

Afterschool in Nature offers a sliding scale tuition and scholarship to make the program accessible for all families. We facilitate transportation from local schools in Orange and Washington Counties for those in need.

Program begins September 1st, 2022 and follows the public school calendar.
Space is intentionally limited to ensure quality experience.
Learn more and submit your application: www.sagemountain.com/afterschool/
Contact afterschool@sagemountain.com / 802-479-9825 with questions.