Family Nature Club | Alpine Groves | Tuesdays, Spring 2024

What is Family Nature Club? 

Family Nature Club is a way to get the entire family engaged in productive play outdoors. Our mission is to foster a deep connection between children and nature, promoting not only physical health but also intellectual, emotional, and social development. Through a blend of free play, guided activities, and hands-on learning, we encourage families to embrace the wonders of the natural world. Whether it's discovering the hidden treasures of a nearby park, creating art with found materials, or simply running and laughing in the open air, our club seeks to kindle a lifelong love for the great outdoors in both children and adults, all while strengthening the bonds of family and community. Let nature be your playground, your classroom, and your source of countless joyful memories.

More Details

Family Nature Club is designed for families with children in the 2 - 8 year old age range. Siblings outside this age range are welcome to attend for free. 

Free Trial

Not sure if this is right for you and your family? Your first session is on us! If you loved it, you can register your family for the remainder of the semester for more fun days! Simply register for a free trial ticket, and fill out the registration page in it's entirety. Only one free trial may be redeemed per family. 

What to bring?

• Bugspray
• Closed toed shoes
• Resuable Water Bottle

This is a family program. Please do not drop off your children. Parents, guardians, & grandparents, are all welcome to attend with their children.

Schedule

8:15am - 8:30am - come early to meet other families, sip coffee, and socialize before we start

Start: 8:30am

End: 9:30am

Dates: (meets every Tuesday)

January 9 - April 30

There will be no Family Nature Club on February 13 or March 19.

Registration covers ALL sessions during the semester/quarter. 

What to Wear

This event may include a hike, so wear shoes good for walking. Please check the weather before you leave as we will be outside in the elements for the duration of the program.  We will meet under a covered pavillion at the same park if it is raining, so bring an umbrella!

Code of Conduct

Campers and Students are expected to abide by the Code of Conduct. Jax Dragonfly Academy staff will create a fun and safe environment for participants in the program. Praise and positive reinforcement are used as effective methods of behavior management. Children who do not respond to these methods or who are destructive to others or to property will be dealt with in a professional, positive, and timely manner to correct the behavior. NOTE: Immediate dismissal from the program can occur at any time given severe circumstances. Refunds for missed days due to a discipline dismissal will not be granted.

Risk & Safety

All Dragonfly Academy sessions are led by experienced outdoor guides. We take safety seriously, and strive to create an environment where children are able to take calculated risks. By signing up for these outdoor programs, you understand that there is an inherent risk involved with being outside. You also understand that Dragonfly Academy and it's staff are not liable for any injury sustained by students. 

Our full safety sheet can be found here: JDA Safety and Protocol Sheet

Policies & Cancellations

Jax Dragonfly Academy designs and implements programs based on enrollment. We invest in program planning, site licenses, equipment and other costs before the program begins. These expenses cannot be recovered in the event of a cancellation. When considering a cancellation, please be aware and respectful of our policies and commitment to facilitating quality programs.

Weather

Programs run rain or shine. We don’t provide refunds for days missed due to weather. All participants should come to programs with weather-appropriate clothing and related gear. In the event that extreme weather jeopardizes the health and safety of participants and staff, the Dragonfly Academy may choose to cancel or reschedule the session.

Extreme weather is defined as: high wind, freeze, tornado/hurricane, severe storm and excessive heat warnings; AND/OR two or more of the following: winds above 20mph, sustained rains (over 70% coverage), temps below 50F.

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Park access

Jax Dragonfly Academy operates in public parks. In very rare circumstances where access to the park has been restricted without notice, programs may be canceled if an alternative location can not be secured. Credits will be issued.

Circumstances beyond our control

The Dragonfly Academy will determine whether a refund is warranted.

Other refunds and credits

We do not provide refunds or credits for missed days. 

All cancellations must be requested in writing by emailing info@jaxdragonfly.org.

We reserve the right to cancel a program or change a program’s duration, price or location. You will be notified via email of any changes to programs you are registered for.