Outdoor play, curiosity and connection
Explore. Learn. Grow.
Connect with Nature.
Our mission is to cultivate curiosity, community and nature connection in Vermont’s Northeast Kingdom.
Field, Farm & Forest
Nature-Based Learning in Vermont’s Northeast Kingdom
Children learn through meaningful time outdoors, child-led play, relationships and experiences with the natural world.
Nature Connection
Daily time outdoors helps children develop confidence, resilience and a strong sense of place.
Play-Based Learning
Self-directed play supports physical, sensory, emotional, social and cognitive growth.
Experienced Teachers
Our educators bring experience from schools, nonprofits, homeschooling and childcare programs.
Small Groups, Big Adventures
Small groups create space for exploration, friendship, creativity and meaningful discovery.
Our Mission
Cultivating Curiosity, Community & Nature Connection
Every child deserves meaningful time outdoors and self-directed learning experiences. Our programs nurture the whole child through nature, play, discovery and community.
- Supporting each child’s individuality
- Daily outdoor exploration in every season
- Professional and qualified teachers
- Programs for children ages 3 and older
See Field, Farm & Forest in Action
Step into a day of outdoor exploration, creative play and connection with nature.
Our Programs
Nature Programs for Ages 3+
Kinglets Nature School
Ages 3–5
Our licensed nature school gives children ages 3–5 more time to explore, imagine, create and connect with the natural world.
Homeschool Programs
Ages 6–10
Coyote Club offers immersive seasonal learning through wildcrafts, naturalist skills, mindfulness and free play.
Summer Camps
Ages 3–10
Kinglets and Coyote summer camps balance outdoor adventure, creativity, exploration and child-led play.
Family Testimonials
What Families Say About Field, Farm & Forest
“The outdoor setting supports hands-on learning, curiosity, independence and whole-child development.”
Napo GV
Adapted from a Facebook recommendation, 2025
“The kindness, friendships and playful fun children experience here are truly special.”
Kate Colleran
Adapted from a Facebook recommendation, 2017
“Children bring home remarkable knowledge and confidence from exploring the forest.”
Alexa Tomlinson Airoldi
Adapted from a Facebook recommendation, 2014
Make an Impact
Help Outdoor Childhoods Flourish
Each contribution helps fund the mission of our little nature school. Thank you for your generosity and support.