Youth Naturalist Series
Monthly Outdoor Adventures for Ages 6–12
Adventure starts here! Each month, our experienced instructors will take kids off the beaten path to explore hidden trails, discover the wonders of the wild, and master real outdoor skills in a safe, supportive environment.
This year’s focus: carving! Guided by experienced instructors, kids will learn safe knife-handling techniques while working on personal carving projects they can proudly take home. Learning to use a knife is more than just a practical skill—it teaches responsibility, patience, and respect for tools. When children are trusted with real tools and shown how to use them safely, they gain a sense of accomplishment that boosts confidence and independence.
In between carving sessions, they’ll play nature-inspired games, hike through beautiful landscapes, and deepen their connection to the natural world. By the end of the day, they’ll leave with muddy boots, big smiles, and a newfound confidence that will serve them far beyond the trail.
Over the course of the year, kids will complete the following project:
Coal Burned Spoons
Journey Sticks
Magic Wands
Gnome Figurines
Fishing Handlines
And more!
Times: 9:00am - 3:00pm (see dates below)
Location and Weather: Lime Hollow Nature Center Visitor Center (338 McLean Road). Group will meet in the pavilion over the covered bridge. These are drop-off classes and will held rain, snow, or sunshine.
Ages: 6-12
Tuition: Sessions start at $75 a session. Get up $25 OFF each session if you sign up for all sessions. The more you sign up for the more discounts.
Class Dates
Saturday, October 25, 2025
Saturday, November 8, 2025
Saturday, January 10, 2026
Saturday, February 14, 2026
Saturday, March 14, 2026
Saturday, April 18, 2026
Saturday, May 30, 2026
Financial Aid
We aim to make classes available regardless of a family’s ability to pay and have scholarship opportunities available. If you would like to donate to the scholarship fund to make a class possible for someone who cannot pay the full amount, please contribute to the Scholarship Fund at checkout for your registration. To request financial assistance, please email info@limehollow.org.