NATURe BASeD GRoUPS
DISCoVeR THe PoWeR oF OUTDooR PLaY!
Welcome to Huddlewood's nature-based play groups!
Unlock nature’s playground where our unique outdoor program brings together children and caregivers in natural settings where development flourishes naturally through exploration and play. Watch your child's eyes light up as they discover the magic of splashing in puddles, building with sticks, and following butterfly paths – all while developing crucial skills that will serve them for life.
ReGISTRATIoN INFoRMATIoN
Groups will run when at least 3 children are enrolled, with a maximum of 6 children per group. Groups will be held at Grant Park in Cudahy, WI. Our groups are for all children!
Available groups will be released April 25th, 2025 at 9AM
Registration starts May 1st, 2025 at 9AM for June 2025 groups!
IMPoRTANT NoTe:
These special groups focus on play, joy and connection rather than structured therapy. For children needing therapeutic support, we'd be happy to discuss our specialized services. Please fill out the contact form!
"IN NATURe, CHILDReN LeARN To TAKe RISKS, OVeRCoMe FeARS, MAKe NeW FRIeNDS, ReGULATe EMoTIoNS, AND CReATe IMAGINARY WoRLDS."
- ANGELA HANsCoM
WHY NATURe CHANGeS EVeRYTHING:
Every parent wants to see their child grow stronger, more confident, and more capable. What if the secret is as simple as stepping outside?
Nature isn't just a playground—it's a powerful tool for your child's development. Imagine your child:
Building confidence with each rock climbed
Getting stronger while exploring uneven ground
Discovering their own abilities through natural challenges
Developing focus by following a butterfly's path
Learning to move with purpose and joy
Here, development isn't something that happens to children—it's something they actively create through movement, exploration, and discovery. We help children grow by letting them experience the world hands-on. Nature doesn't just support growth; it invites children to push their boundaries, test their capabilities, and understand their own potential.
We don't just move through the world. We become stronger, more aware, more connected.
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Program Details:
Ages: Birth to 10 (separate groups depending on age). ALL children welcome!
Duration: 6 weeks of weekly sessions
Session Length: 45 minutes-1.5 hour per session
Group Size: Small groups of 3-6 children and their adult
Location: Outdoors at Grant Park in Cudahy, WI (rain or shine!)
Investment: $50 per child/caregiver duo for the entire program
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The science behind nature based:
Imagine learning that doesn't feel like learning. Our nature-based groups transform childhood by taking development outdoors, where children naturally:
Focus better
Build emotional strength
Develop physical skills
Explore sensory worlds
Connect with others
We don't just support growth—we unlock potential, one adventure at a time.
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What We Offer:
Guided by a licensed occupational therapist, our 6-week program creates meaningful opportunities for all children to develop essential skills while strengthening the caregiver-child bond. Each 45-minute session harnesses nature's therapeutic elements through:
Engaging opening and closing circles
Guided sensory exploration activities
Developmental movement opportunities
Both structured and free nature play
Freedom to explore in a supportive natural setting
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We also offer specialized nature-based groups for children with diverse needs, including:
Sensory Processing Support
Social Communication Development
Motor Skills Enrichment
Emotional Regulation
Attention and Executive Functioning
Fill out contact form for more information on specialized, therapeutic groups!
Groups
INTeReSTeD?
Available groups will be released April 25th, 2025 at 9AM
Registration starts May 1st, 2025 at 9AM for June 2025 groups!
CoNTACT Us.
Got questions about our nature-based groups? We're here to help! Fill out our contact form, and we will reach out within one business day to discuss how we can support your child's unique journey of discovery and growth.