A nature connection program that gets kids ages 6-13 learning, playing, and exploring outdoors.
What is Nature Club?
Dragonfly Nature Club is a weekly outdoor program where kids ages 6–13 get hands-on with the natural world. We teach real skills like fire, knives, foraging, wildlife ID, and survival alongside science, teamwork, and nature journaling.
Every session is different, every child is known by name, and every week is designed to leave kids wanting to come back.
Nature Club is a semester-long community, not a drop-in program. With that consistency, kids grow in confidence, build friendships, and develop a relationship with the natural world over time.
What to Expect
Small groups.
We keep a max 1:8 staff-to-child ratio so every kid gets support and guidance.
Qualified, background-checked staff.
All educators are CPR and First Aid certified, background checked, and trained in outdoor risk management.
Fully Outdoors,
Rain or Shine.
Part of Nature Club is learning to be comfortable in all conditions. We only cancel for severe storms or extreme weather warnings.
Student-led learning.
Our curriculum follows the children's curiosity. Teachers facilitate the students exploration and learning.
A typical session looks like this:
-
Opening circle — warmups, icebreakers, and setting the tone for the day
-
Mini lesson — a leader-guided activity: craft, science experiment, game, or challenge
-
Explore time — open-ended forest time, hiking, bug catching, tree climbing, building, or skill practice
-
Closing circle — students summarize the session in their nature journals through drawing, writing, or found objects
Sessions & Locations
Fall 2026: September 1 – December 3, 2026 (no class the week of Thanksgiving)
Late fall enrollment ends October 1st!
Spring 2027: January 13 – May 8, 2027 (no class the week of Spring Break, March 18)
Tuesdays
@Alpine Groves Park
10am - 12pm
Wednesdays
@Tommy Hazouri Sr. Park
9:30am - 11:30am
Thursdays
@Tommy Hazouri Sr. Park
9:30am - 11:30am
Each session runs as two small groups of up to 11 children, grouped by age: ages 6–8 and ages 8–12/13. If you have a preference for which group your child joins, note it on your application.
Pricing & Payment
Tuition: $500 per semester (returning families and early registrants — $400 before November 1, 2026)
Application fee: $25 — non-refundable, collected at the time of registration. Covers your child's Dragonfly t-shirt. Refunded only if your application is not accepted due to a full class.
Payment is due within 7 days of registration. Your spot is not confirmed until payment is received. Spots held beyond 7 days without payment will be released to the waitlist.
We accept Step Up for Students / PEP scholarships. If paying through a scholarship, the $25 application fee is due at registration, and funds must be reserved on the scholarship portal within 7 days. Instructions will be sent after your application is submitted.
Need a payment plan? Reach out to us before registering at info@jaxdragonfly.org and we'll do our best to work something out.
Is Dragonfly a Good Fit?
Must Read. Because we teach kids to use knives, saws, fire, and more, our program requires a certain readiness — emotionally, behaviorally, and physically. Nature Club is joyful and challenging. It is also genuinely edgy. Not every child is ready for it at every age, and that is completely okay.
Click here to read the full Right Fit Guide>
Not sure yet? The best way to find out is to join us for a Friday field trip first. Field trips are standalone, single-day programs that give you and your child a real taste of how we teach, what we do, and whether Nature Club is the right next step. Many of our current families found us through a field trip.
How to Apply
We use a simple application system to manage enrollment and match children to the right group and session. Here's how it works:
-
Submit your application and pay the $25 non-refundable application fee. Scholarship families pay the $25 application fee and reserve semester funds on the scholarship portal within 7 days.
-
We review applications on a rolling basis and reach out within a few days to confirm your spot or add you to the waitlist.
-
Once accepted, full tuition is due within 7 days to secure your enrollment.
-
You're in! We'll send you everything you need to know before the first session.
Questions? Email Lizzy at info@jaxdragonfly.org or call (904) 345-0435.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does my child need to bring?
Bug spray, shoes with a heel strap (no flip flops or slides), and a reusable water bottle. Dress for the weather — layers in winter, light clothes in summer. If rain is likely, bring a rain jacket.
My child has never done anything like this. Will they be okay?
Yes! Many of our kids come in nervous and leave begging to come back. Our educators are experienced at meeting kids where they are. That said, we do encourage families who are unsure to start with a field trip so both you and your child can see the program in action before committing to a semester.
What if my child attends a traditional school?
Our morning sessions are designed for homeschool families with flexible weekday schedules. If your child attends a traditional school, our Friday field trips and Saturday birthday/event programs may be a better fit for your schedule, or reach out to ask about occasional afternoon sessions.
Will siblings be in the same class?
Students are split by age (6–8 and 8–12), so siblings may be in different small groups during the same session. If you have a preference, note it on your application and we'll do our best to accommodate.
Can my child register partway through a semester?
Sometimes, depending on availability. Tuition is prorated based on the number of sessions remaining. Reach out to us before applying so we can check availability for your preferred session.
Do you offer financial assistance?
We participate in the Step Up for Students / PEP scholarship program. We also occasionally offer sponsored spots for families who cannot afford enrollment. If you are in need, please reach out to us privately at info@jaxdragonfly.org.
What happens if a class is canceled due to weather?
We meet rain or shine and do not cancel for light rain, cold, or heat alone. We cancel only for lightning, severe storms, freeze warnings, hurricanes, or when two or more of the following are present: winds above 20mph, sustained rain over 70% coverage, or temperatures below 50°F. We do not offer refunds or credits for weather cancellations.
What if the park is inaccessible?
In rare cases where a public park is closed or restricted without notice, we will attempt to find an alternative location. If we cannot, the session may be canceled. We will notify families by email as early as possible.
What is your code of conduct?
Students are expected to follow our Code of Conduct, which outlines behavior expectations for a safe and positive group environment. We use praise and positive reinforcement as our primary tools. In cases of serious or repeated behavior concerns, dismissal from the program may occur. Refunds are not granted for disciplinary dismissals. [Read the full Code of Conduct →]
Cancellation and Refund Policy
We design and staff our programs based on confirmed enrollment. The following policies allow us to compensate our educators fairly and keep the program running for everyone.
Cancellations before the semester begins:
-
More than 14 days before the first session: full refund minus the $25 application fee
-
8–14 days before the first session: 50% refund
-
7 days or fewer before the first session: no refund; full tuition credited toward a future semester/camp/etc.
Weather and park access: We do not issue refunds for sessions missed due to weather or park access issues outside our control.
Missed sessions: We do not provide refunds or credits for individually missed sessions.
Disciplinary dismissal: Refunds are not granted for dismissals due to behavior.
All cancellation requests must be submitted in writing to info@jaxdragonfly.org.
We reserve the right to cancel a program or modify its duration, price, or location. Enrolled families will be notified by email of any such changes.
