When do programs open for registration?

On Earth Day! Tuesday, April 22nd at 8am.

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How do I register?

There will be registration links for each week of programming under the ‘Register’ tab on our website.

 

How do I pay?

We receive our payments through EMT (Email Money Transfer). Our Transfer Email is twistedtuckamore@gmail.com. Be sure to include what week(s) you are registered for in the "Message" section of the transfer.

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Is there a waitlist?

If a program is full, a new link to the waitlist will be provided. We encourage you to submit your contact information in this form to secure your spot on the waitlist. We will notify you if a space becomes available.

 

How do I pay?

We accept payment through e-transfer or cash. Enrollment is only confirmed upon receipt of payment.

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What are the hours of Forest School? 

Forest school drop-off happens between 9:00 and 9:30 am, and pick-up is at 4:00 pm, from Monday to Thursday.

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How much does one week at Forest School cost? 

The program costs $195 per week. In the future, we hope to provide more subsidized spaces so the program will be accessible to more families. Contact us if you would benefit from establishing a payment plan or about whether we can offer reduced rates.

 

What types of activities will my child be doing?

Because our programs are child-led, the program totally depends on the interests of the children. Common activities include hiking, fort/shelter building, tool use, nature art, flora and fauna identification, survival skills, fire starting and cookouts, dramatic play, hammock time, group games, loose parts play, orienteering and climbing.

 

My child is between 7 and 10 years old and can register for the Wild Strawberry program (7-10) or the younger/older program (Dandelions is 5-8, and Spruce Roots is 9-12), what is the difference?

The Dandelion program provides open-ended child-led play, the Spruce Roots program will be more skill-based, and the Wild Strawberries program will be a mixture of the two. Our program age ranges overlap with each other to provide flexibility for families and to treasure the learning opportunities present within different group dynamics. These programs are designed to provide developmentally appropriate opportunities and dynamically meet the needs of diverse children and groups.

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My child is younger/older than the 5-12 year-old range. Can they attend forest school?  

We strive to make our program accessible to children of different developmental stages and accessible to working families. If you think this program would be a good fit for your child outside the age range, we are inclined to agree. Let’s chat!

 

What should my child wear/bring to the program?

Close-toed, comfy shoes, active clothing, extra layers and a water bottle. Please see our program handbook for a full list!

 

Is food provided?

No, children should come with their own snacks/lunches. We feel this ensures children will have the food they enjoy. Sometimes we will make food together at the program as a special activity so please let us know of any allergies. We will always have extra snacks on hand in case children are feeling extra hungry!

 

What are your child-facilitator ratios?

If programs are completely full, we have one facilitator for every 7 school-age children.

 

Can I register for a program after it’s started?

If there is still space in the program, you are welcome to register.

 

What happens if a program is cancelled due to weather?

Refunds will not be given due to weather, we try to have make-up days. Although we love to play outside in all weather - there are some reasons the program may be cancelled. These are: Prolonged heavy rain or snow, cold temperatures, high winds, freezing rain, thunder and lightning storms, combination of cold weather with prolonged precipitation.

 

What if my child is sick?

If your child is sick and not feeling well please keep them home and let us know they won’t be coming. There will be no refunds for sick days.

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Can I cancel my registration?

Yes, up to three weeks before a program starts you may cancel your registration and receive a full refund minus a $50 administration fee. Within three weeks of a program starting there will be no refunds issued.

 

How do children go to the bathroom at forest school?

We have a private luggalou (outhouse) on site and children are encouraged to pee in the appropriate places in the forest if they are comfortable.