




About this program
Three hours outdoors for preschoolers to explore, play and learn. Families start together with 30 minutes of community time, then caregivers say goodbye and children spend the morning in child-led exploration, group games and hands-on discovery.
- Thursdays at Zach's Farm, Fridays at York Land Trust
- Caregivers join the first 30 minutes
- No prior outdoor experience necessary
A typical day
- 9:00 · Arrival and community time with caregivers
- 9:30 · Caregivers depart; morning circle
- Exploration, games and snack in the forest
- 12:00 · Pick up
Dates & calendarNext Nov 5
- Thu, Nov 5
- Fri, Nov 6
- Thu, Nov 12
- Fri, Nov 13
- Thu, Nov 19
Dates can change with weather and school calendars.
Pricing & financial aidFrom $280 / season
| Session | Details | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Fall · Thursdays | Zach's Farm · Oct 1 – Dec 17 · 10 sessions | $350 per season |
| Fall · Fridays | York Land Trust · Oct 2 – Dec 18 · 10 sessions | $350 per season |
| Winter · Thursdays | Zach's Farm · Jan 7 – Mar 11 · 8 sessions | $280 per season |
| Winter · Fridays | York Land Trust Jan 7 – Mar 11 · 8 sessions | $280 |
| Spring · Thursdays | Zach's Farm · Mar 18 – May 27 · 8 sessions | $280 per season |
| Spring · Fridays | York Land Trust · Mar 18 – May 27 · 8 sessions | $280 |
Use code 25AIDLEE for 25% off or 50AIDLEE for 50% off while scholarships are available. If cost is a barrier, call 207-361-1911.
LocationYork, ME
York Land Trust
1 Long Neck Marsh Rd, York, ME 03909
Fields, streams, marsh and riverfront trails.
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Zach's Farm
7 Colby Turner Lane, York, ME 03909
A historic farm with more than 100 acres of woods, fields and marsh along Smelt Brook and the York River.
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What to bring
Children must arrive dressed for the weather. A detailed gear list and welcome packet come with registration. Here's a LINK to our GEAR LIST
Good to know
Children must be fully potty-trained. Oct 20 – Dec 30 is hunting season. Send an article of blaze orange to wear, at every location. Save $25 when you register for all 3 seasons, and $25 on sibling registrations made at the same time.



