Spring Nature School at Fanshawe Conservation Area (media release, March 29, 2022)

Upper Thames River Conservation Authority’s Community Education staff are busy preparing for this spring’s outdoor Nature School program at Fanshawe Conservation Area.

Nature School centres on giving children access to the same outdoor space over an extended period of time so that they can build a relationship with the land. Children have the opportunity to learn and grow through play and exploration outdoors, with educators who support inquiry-based learning led and inspired by the children.

“Children inherently want to connect with and explore the natural environment,” explained Karlee Flear, UTRCA Community Education Supervisor. “In a world of over-scheduling and rigid programming, Nature School offers children the time and space to explore wild spaces and form a connection with the land.”

Children aged two to five years, along with an accompanying adult, can participate in the Owls and Owlets program on Tuesdays from 10:00 to 11:30 am, beginning on April 12.

Children aged 5 to 8 years can participate in the Sparrows program on Tuesdays from 1:00 to 3:00 pm, beginning on April 12.

“We are so excited to offer another session of Nature School at Fanshawe Conservation Area,” said Flear. “We look forward to playing and learning alongside our participants this spring!”

Photos of Nature School at Fanshawe Conservation Area.

Contact: Karlee Flear, Community Education Supervisor