A nature connection program that gets kids ages 6-13 learning, playing, and exploring outdoors.
What is Nature Club?
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A program to get kids Ages 6-13 outside exploring nature
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A place for kids to deeply connect and investigate nature using science and senses
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A curriculum designed to teach the whole child - from team building, to problem solving
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A place where kids can genuinely be themselves and connect with other children with similar interests
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A community of leaders who really care about each child and strive to support their development and individual growth
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A time for learning to be fun, engaging, and student-led!
What to Expect
Small Staff Ratios of 1:8
Flexible Student-Led Curriculum
Qualified & Trained Educators
Small groups of ages 6-8 and 8-13
CPR/First Aid and Background Checked Staff
Lots of Hands-On Games and Activities
Is Dragonfly a Good Fit?
Must Read. Because we teach kids to use knives, arrows, fire and more, there are safety guidelines that all students must meet. Please click here to decide if we are a good fit >
Our Curriculum
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Outdoor Safety & Risk Management
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Living Creatures
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Ecology & Habitats
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Wilderness survival skills
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Science experimentation
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Wild foraging
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Socio-emotional learning & teamwork
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Natural Hand Crafts
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Songs, group games, and play!
Application
We use an application system to best manage the high demand for our programs. If your application is not chosen at this time due to a class being full, we will automatically add you to the waitlist.
If you have any questions, please reach out to Lizzy at info@jaxdragonfly.org
FAQs
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What are the start and end dates?
Fall Start Week: September 1, 2025
Fall End: December 8
Spring Start: January 13
Spring End Week: May 8, 2026
There will be no Nature Club the week of Thanksgiving, last two weeks of the year, New Years, and Spring Break. Registration covers ALL sessions during the semester or school year chosen.
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What is the cost?
Early bird pricing is $299 per semester (Sept 2-Dec 9 & Jan 13 - May 8). After July 31, price goes up to $349. There is a $25 application fee, which covers the cost of a t-shirt. This fee is refunded if you are added to the waitlist.
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Do you accept PEP/Step Up?
Yes! We are still working on becoming a verified provider, but in the meantime, many families have been able to submit Nature Club for reimbursement via PEP/Step Up.
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Who are the teachers?
Level 1 group is taught by Michelle Medina, Level 2 group is taught by Lizzy Serrano. Click here to read more about the teachers >
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I am registering multiple children, will they be put in separate classes?
Our Level 1 & 2 classes are mixed ages (6-13) and are based on student experience levels. If your kids are new to bushcrafting or outdoor adventure, they will be in Level 1 with Michelle - please be thorough in your application so we can place students in the correct group!
