B&B Nature Immersion

Barnacles & Bees is Bremerton’s first nature-based, 100% outdoor early learning program. We aim to provide an affordable, inclusive day camp for children ages 2.5-6 living in Bremerton and the greater Kitsap region. Every day in our class is an adventure to discover the Pacific Northwest. We thrive in forests and on the beaches; it's the perfect place to play, grow, and learn!

Here, children ages 2.5-6 are encouraged to:
​​+ be confident
+ be courageous 
+ be curious 
+ be creative 
​+ and be mindful – of others and the planet

Our location

Illahee State Park
Our program runs during the school year. Holidays and closure policies are outlined in our Parent Handbook.
Program Start Date: September
Program End Date: June

Monday / Wednesday / Friday :
Morning class: 8:30am-11:30pm
Morning class: 9:00am-12pm

Ages: 2.5-6
Group size: 12 children
Ratio: 4 children to 1 adult

Monthly Tuition:
(One Day) M or W or F: $115
(Two Days) MW or WF: $230
(Three Days) MWF: $345

2020/2021 Fall enrollment: 

03/01/2020 - Priority enrollment for families already in the program in March
04/01/2020 - Priority enrollment for families on our rollover waitlist in April. 
05/03/2020 - Open enrollment to all families in May 

- Scholarships application available upon enrollment.
- Sibling discount available.

Barnacles & Bees Open house:  Cancelled until further notice

Our Curriculum

At Barnacles & Bees, classes are 100% outdoors, regardless of weather.
Our curriculum is modeled with special attention to natural, daily and seasonal rhythms, child-led exploration and observation, and inclusive community building.

The heart and aim of our program is to provide a sensory rich environment where kids have more space to develop critical skills that can prepare them for focused learning in their later years. Outside in nature, a child can have more space; space to practice creative problem solving, build confidence and spatial awareness, learn to assess risk, and strengthen physical development.
Join our inclusive learning community today!

Enroll for 2020/2021

Enrollment fee ($50) is due upon enrolling 
We teach that, no matter how small you are, from the tiniest barnacle to the busiest bee, you can have a meaningful and positive impact in your community.