Programs
New Nature Programs for 2025-2026!
Now offering summer camp and programs during the school year!
2025 Summer Nature Play Camp
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During this 3-hour program, students will have the opportunity to explore and discover various natural areas. Certified teachers will be facilitating the students throughout the program. It's important to note that this is a drop-off program.
* Limited space available
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4-6 year olds
*Must be potty trained.
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Play-based environment
Place-based emphasis
Reflective opportunities to inspire wonder and awe
All weather nature immersion
(safety measures taken if there is dangerous weather)
Encourages appropriate discovery and risk-taking
Sensorial, exploratory learning
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Session 2: June 16, 17, 18
Location: Shalom Spirituality Center Dubuque
Tuition: Each session is $110
Nature Play Experience
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This program is for children ages 3-5 to explore and learn through hands-on experiences in nature. It focuses on skill-building, social growth, and imaginative play, creating a well-rounded learning environment that supports every child's development.
*Limited space available
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3-5 year olds
*Must be potty trained
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Play-based environment
Place-based emphasis
Reflective opportunities to inspire wonder and awe
All weather nature immersion
(safety measures taken if there is dangerous weather)
Encourages appropriate discovery and risk-taking
Sensorial, exploratory learning
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September 2025- May 2026
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
3, 2 and 1 Day Per Week Options Available
Morning Session: 8:30-11:30am
Location: Shalom Spirituality Center Dubuque
Junior Nature Explorers
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This program is for children ages 6-10 to learn and grow through hands-on activities in nature. It uses the changing seasons to spark curiosity and creativity, helping kids develop important skills and social connections. This nature-based approach creates a balanced learning environment that promotes exploration, imagination, and critical thinking.
* Limited space available
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Ages 6-10
*Must be potty trained
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Play-based environment
Reflective opportunities to inspire wonder and awe
Opportunity for Project Based Learning, Citizen Science, STEAM Time
All weather nature immersion
(safety measures taken if there is dangerous weather)
Encourages appropriate discovery and risk-taking
Sensorial, exploratory learning
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September 2025- May 2026
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
Afternoon Session: 12:30-3:30pm
Location: Shalom Spirituality Center Dubuque
Get Updates on New Programs!
Get Updates on New Programs!
Nature Play Camp- Session 2
Session 2 is Full
Nature Play Camp Session 2
Ages 3-5
June 24, 2024- 9:00 am-12:00 pm
June 25, 2024- 9:00 am-12:00 pm
June 26, 2024- 9:00 am-12:00 pm
Location: Dubuque Arboretum and Botanical Gardens
During this 3-hour program, students will have the opportunity to explore and discover various beautiful gardens and natural areas. Certified teachers will be facilitating the students throughout the program. It's important to note that this is a drop-off program.
* Limited space available
Daily Rhythm
Key Features
Play-based environment
Place-based emphasis
Reflective opportunities to inspire wonder and awe
All weather nature immersion
(safety measures taken if there is dangerous weather)
Encourages appropriate discovery and risk-taking
Sensorial, exploratory learning
Program Tuition
$100/ student
Nature Art Camp
Session is Full
Nature Art Camp
Ages 4-6
June 17, 2024- 9:00 am-12:00 pm
June 18, 2024- 9:00 am-12:00 pm
June 19, 2024- 9:00 am-12:00 pm
Location: Dubuque Arboretum and Botanical Gardens
During this 3-hour program, students will have the opportunity to explore an array of art media such as painting, drawing, and sculpture, while also discovering the natural beauty of the many gardens and natural areas. Certified teachers will facilitate the program. This is a student drop-off program. Students will have the chance to develop their artistic skills while learning about the different plants and animals that inhabit these stunning locations. The program promises to be a fun and enriching experience for all those involved.
* Limited space available
Key Features
Creative experiences that develops problem-solving skills
Play-based environment
Place-based emphasis
Reflective opportunities to inspire wonder and awe
All-weather nature immersion
(safety measures taken if there is dangerous weather)
Encourages appropriate discovery and risk-taking
Sensorial, exploratory learning
Program Tuition
$115/ student
Nature Play Camp- Session 1
Session 1 is Full
Nature Play Camp Session 1
Ages 3-5
June 10, 2024- 9:00 am-12:00 pm
June 11, 2024- 9:00 am-12:00 pm
June 12, 2024- 9:00 am-12:00 pm
Location: Dubuque Arboretum and Botanical Gardens
During this 3-hour program, students will have the opportunity to explore and discover various beautiful gardens and natural areas. What's new this year is that Mindful Musicians will join us during our group circle each day to promote positive brain health and coping skills through song. Certified teachers will be facilitating the students throughout the program. It's important to note that this is a drop-off program.
* Limited space available
Daily Rhythm
Key Features
Play-based environment
Place-based emphasis
Reflective opportunities to inspire wonder and awe
All weather nature immersion
(safety measures taken if there is dangerous weather)
Encourages appropriate discovery and risk-taking
Sensorial, exploratory learning
Program Tuition
$100/ student
Fall Nature Play Program
Registration Closed
Fall Nature Play
Ages 3-6
October 3, 2023- 3:30-5:30 PM
October 10, 2023- 3:30-5:30 PM
October 17, 2023- 3:30-5:30 PM
October 24, 2023- 3:30-5:30 PM
October 31, 2023- No Class
November 7, 2023- 3:30-5:30 PM
November 14, 2023- 3:30-5:30 PM
November 21, 2023- 3:30-5:30 PM
November 28, 2023- 3:30-5:30 PM
Location: Dubuque Arboretum and Botanical Gardens
In this 2 hour program students will explore and discover the many beautiful gardens and natural areas. Students will be facilitated by certified teachers.
Daily Rythmn
Key Features
Play-based environment
Place-based emphasis
Reflective opportunities to inspire wonder and awe
All weather nature immersion
(safety measures taken if there is dangerous weather)
Encourages appropriate discovery and risk-taking
Sensorial, exploratory learning
Program Tuition
$175/ student