Summer Camps
Foster your child's love of nature and their wellbeing outdoors this summer
Fresh air, nature connection, arts and crafts, games, stories and picnic in the forest
Dates :
- 21-23 July
- 11-13 August
- 18-20 August
Times : 10am -1pm
Cost : 85€ per child, 10% discount for siblings. Free for siblings under 2.
Outline of the day:
We meet at 10am in Jenkinstown Wood car park where you will be welcomed by Sarah, and Sara, the two group leaders. Once everyone has arrived, we walk up to our site (approx 10 min walk). The day begins with a circle time followed by options to make nature crafts, play games, climb on ropes, observe plants and animals, relax in the hammocks or play in the mud kitchen. Participants can join activities or play freely, at their own pace. At approx. 12 am we will have our lunch, story time and then tidy up before heading back to the car park for collection at 1pm.
Woodkids Forest Camps are designed to build confidence, promote wellbeing and foster appreciation for our environment.
Age group :
For children aged 2 -7 years old. Carers and siblings under 2 are welcome to stay. Children under 3 years old must be accompanied by an adult.
Places are limited. Booking closes 24h ahead of the event.
The camp will be led by a qualified and experienced Forest School Leader and an Early Years Educator. Woodkids Forest School is a member of the Irish Forest School Association.
"A fantastic blend of fun and learning in the most beautiful
surroundings. Steeped in nature and perfectly sheltered from whatever
the weather throws at you. Sarah is a fountain of knowledge and amazing
with the kids—we can’t recommend Woodkids enough!"
Location
Jenkinstown Wood, Kilkenny, R95 NN67