Adventure Awaits Young Explorers

We offer hiking & outside-based experiences to encourage kids to unplug, and connect with the great outdoors.

Little steps. Big adventures. Grown Outdoors.

After School Programs ➔

Day Off Camps ➔

Summer Camp ➔

Field Trips, Birthday Parties, and More! ➔

What Will My Explorer Do?

Conquer Challenges & Accomplish Goals

From creek crossings, to rock scrambling, and summiting a peak — nature provides the perfect playground to tackle various challenges, physical and mental alike, for young ones to overcome. Our programs are all designed to build confidence outdoors to teach the power of what putting one foot in front of the other can do!

Say Hello to Bugs, Birds, and More!

We weave in lessons on native wildlife and plant species, while searching for bugs and identifying the role of each critter in the ecosystem around us. Birdwatching, animal spotting, tree & flower identification, and cloud watching all factor in to enhance a wider view of the environment we live in.

Play Games & Activities

Each day outdoors is filled with free play, silly songs, scavenger hunts, trail bingo, animal charades, and more! Having more fun outside reinforces the space as a fun one to be in, and one to want to be in more.

Make Arts & Crafts

Drawing inspiration from everything around us, creativity comes naturally outside. Making nature crowns, mud painting, building beetle forts, and stenciling found leaves into nature journals are just a few of the many ways imagination comes to life during our sessions.

Enrichment & Giving Back

DC specifically offers a lot of learning resources we strive to tap into, including visits to the U.S. Botanic Garden and the National Museum of Natural History. We are committed to giving back to our environment as well by getting involved in local park volunteer opportunities like community clean up days, invasive plant removal, and more!

Learn Trail Safety & LNT Principles

Exploration teaches kids independence, and with exploration comes responsibility. We teach children principles on how to have fun while staying safe in their surroundings, and also how to care for the green spaces all around us with Leave No Trace guidelines at the forefront of every adventure.

Meet Our Educators

A team of seasoned hikers, ready to guide every adventure, while continuing to expand their expertise in science, education, and the natural world along the way.

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Being Outdoors Makes All the Difference

At the heart of everything we do is a focus on simple, in-the-moment programming that helps children build lasting connections to nature while deepening their sense of self along the way. No two days are alike, as activities shift with the seasons, and are shaped by the environment and the group’s curiosity. Rain or shine, we embrace the elements, get our hands (and shoes!) a little muddy, and discover the joy of adventure wherever the day takes us.

Connected to Nature, Connected to Self

Spending time outdoors helps children feel rooted in their surroundings while exploring themselves. Unplugging from screens and immersing in nature encourages mindfulness, curiosity, and presence in everyday life.

Curiosity & Discovery

From building forts and navigating trails to open-ended games, kids spark creativity and critical thinking at every turn. Hands-on encounters with plants, bugs, and ecosystems fuel natural science learning in a way that’s fun and memorable.

Building Confidence

Outdoor experiences foster independence, resilience, and an “I can do it!” mindset. Climbing rocks, crossing creeks, and completing trails give children a sense of accomplishment they will carry into all areas of life.

Friendship & Belonging

Shared adventures create lasting bonds. Helping each other up summits, cheering on steps, and playing group games all nurture communication, teamwork, and friendship.

Active Bodies, Healthy Minds

Hiking, climbing, balancing, and exploring build strength, coordination, and stamina. Fresh air, sunlight, and active outdoor play support better sleep, immunity, and overall well-being.

Environmental Stewards

Children who play outdoors develop a lifelong respect for nature. We teach Leave No Trace principles, trail safety, and the importance of caring for our environment—so kids grow into responsible, thoughtful stewards of the natural world.