Parent/Caregiver & Me Class
for ages 1-5 years old
Taking Root Nature Immersion Program
Everyone has a place in nature together. Come join us for Taking Root and be creative and curious with your family outside, in any weather.
Our Taking Root program is a one-day-per-week nature immersion experience designed for young children and their caregivers. Together, you’ll explore the wonders of the natural world, build community, and grow alongside your child through the seasons.
The program runs in 6-, 7-, and 8-week sessions from September through June, offering families a flexible way to stay connected throughout the year.
We offer two class options tailored to developmental stages:
Everyone has a place in nature together. Come join us for Taking Root and be creative and curious with your family outside, in any weather.
Our Taking Root program is a one-day-per-week nature immersion experience designed for young children and their caregivers. Together, you’ll explore the wonders of the natural world, build community, and grow alongside your child through the seasons.
The program runs in 6-, 7-, and 8-week sessions from September through June, offering families a flexible way to stay connected throughout the year.
We offer two class options tailored to developmental stages:
- Sprouts (ages 1–3) – gentle introductions to outdoor exploration with caregiver support
- Saplings (ages 3–5) – deeper engagement with nature through play, discovery, and connection
Class Details:
Who: Geared for ages 1 to 5 years - one child & one parent/caregiver
Cost: $120 - 6 week session
$140 - 7 week session
$160 - 8 week session
Group size: 6 to 8 children
When: 1 day/week *Please see the sessions below for the weekly class day*
Requirements: Classes take place rain or shine! Parents/caregiver are responsible for their child and must remain on site with the child during the class.
***Additional Children: Families are welcome to attend with more than one child. For each additional child over the age of 1, the fee is half the session price (for example, a 6-week session would be $60).***
**Minimum Enrollment: Each class in a session requires a minimum of 3 enrolled children to run. If the minimum is not met, families will be notified and offered a transfer to another class within the session or to a future session, or a full refund.**
*RESERVE your spot in an upcoming session with a $50 deposit that is applied to your session fee.*
Cost: $120 - 6 week session
$140 - 7 week session
$160 - 8 week session
Group size: 6 to 8 children
When: 1 day/week *Please see the sessions below for the weekly class day*
Requirements: Classes take place rain or shine! Parents/caregiver are responsible for their child and must remain on site with the child during the class.
***Additional Children: Families are welcome to attend with more than one child. For each additional child over the age of 1, the fee is half the session price (for example, a 6-week session would be $60).***
**Minimum Enrollment: Each class in a session requires a minimum of 3 enrolled children to run. If the minimum is not met, families will be notified and offered a transfer to another class within the session or to a future session, or a full refund.**
*RESERVE your spot in an upcoming session with a $50 deposit that is applied to your session fee.*
2025-2026 Program Year:
During the 2025–2026 program year, our Taking Root sessions will invite children and their caregivers to explore nature through the lens of stewardship. Together we will ask: How can little hands be good stewards of the natural spaces we love?
Each session will nurture curiosity, foster respect for the earth, and empower children to take small but meaningful actions that care for their environment.
Each session will nurture curiosity, foster respect for the earth, and empower children to take small but meaningful actions that care for their environment.
Session 4: URBAN/BACKYARD PARKS
Stewardship isn’t only for wild spaces—it begins right outside our doors. This session highlights how children can care for neighborhood parks, playgrounds, and backyards. We’ll explore simple ways to reduce waste, protect pollinators, and nurture the spaces where families gather every day.
SPROUTS: March 3, 2026 - April 28, 2026 (8 weeks) ** no classes week of 4/6-10 due to Spring Break**
Age Group: 1 - 3 yrs old
When: TUESDAYS 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Location: Madrona Trails - Bremerton, WA
Nature Immersion Educator: Ms. Robin
SAPLINGS: March 2, 2026 - April 27, 2026 (8 weeks) ** no classes week of 4/6-10 due to Spring Break**
Age Group: 3 - 5 yrs old
When: MONDAYS 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Location: Madrona Trails - Bremerton, WA
Nature Immersion Educator: Ms. Robin
Session 5: NATURE SPACE
In our final session, we’ll return to both the forest and the beach to reflect on what we’ve learned. Children will weave together skills and practices from the year—mapping, observing, and caring for these interconnected ecosystems. Together we’ll celebrate our role as stewards and the joy of exploring nature side by side.
SPROUTS: May 5, 2026 - June 9, 2026 (6 weeks)
Age Group: 1 - 3 yrs old
When: TUESDAYS 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Location: South N.A.D Marine Park to Jackson Neighborhood Park
Nature Immersion Educator: Ms. Robin
SAPLINGS: May 4, 2026 - June 8, 2026 (6 weeks)
Age Group: 3 - 5 yrs old
When: MONDAYS 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Location: South N.A.D Marine Park to Jackson Neighborhood Park
Nature Immersion Educator: Ms. Robin
Session 1: FOREST
In our opening session, we turn to the forest as both teacher and playground. Children will discover the many layers of the forest, learn how to move gently through its spaces, and practice caring for plants, animals, and the land itself. Through stories, hands-on exploration, and collaborative activities, we will begin building the foundations of stewardship—learning that even the smallest actions can help protect the health and magic of our forest home.
SPROUTS: September 23, 2025 - October 28, 2025 (6 weeks)
Age Group: 1 - 3 yrs old
When: TUESDAYS 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Location: North Campground @ Kitsap County Fairgrounds
Nature Immersion Educator: Ms. Robin
SAPLINGS: September 24, 2025 - October 29, 2025 (6 weeks)
Age Group: 3 - 5 yrs old
When: WEDNESDAYS 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Location: North Campground @ Kitsap County Fairgrounds
Nature Immersion Educator: Ms. Robin
Session 2: FRESHWATER (Salmon)
Flowing streams and rivers teach us about the vital role of freshwater. We’ll focus on salmon as a keystone species, exploring their life cycle and the ways people can help protect their habitat. Children will discover how clean water, shade, and healthy plants support salmon and all who rely on the stream.
SPROUTS: November 4, 2025 - December 16, 2025 (7 weeks)
Age Group: 1 - 3 yrs old
When: TUESDAYS 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Location: Jarstad Park (4230 W Belfair Vally Road, Bremerton, WA)
Nature Immersion Educator: Ms. Robin
SAPLINGS: November 3, 2025 - December 15, 2025 (7 weeks)
Age Group: 3 - 5 yrs old
When: MONDAYS 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Location: Jarstad Park (4230 W Belfair Vally Road, Bremerton, WA)
Nature Immersion Educator: Ms. Robin
Session 3: BEACH
The beach offers endless wonders—from tidepools to sandy shores. Children will learn how to respect marine life, care for fragile habitats, and practice stewardship by leaving the beach better than we found it. Together, we’ll celebrate the treasures of the shoreline.
SPROUTS: January 6, 2026 - February 24, 2026 (8 weeks)
Age Group: 1 - 3 yrs old
When: TUESDAYS 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Location: Anna Smith Park - Bremerton, WA
Nature Immersion Educator: Ms. Robin
SAPLINGS: January 5, 2026 - February 23, 2026 (6 weeks) ** no class 1/19 and 2/16 due to holidays**
Age Group: 3 - 5 yrs old
When: MONDAYS 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Location: Anna Smith Park - Bremerton, WA
Nature Immersion Educator: Ms. Robin
Stewardship isn’t only for wild spaces—it begins right outside our doors. This session highlights how children can care for neighborhood parks, playgrounds, and backyards. We’ll explore simple ways to reduce waste, protect pollinators, and nurture the spaces where families gather every day.
SPROUTS: March 3, 2026 - April 28, 2026 (8 weeks) ** no classes week of 4/6-10 due to Spring Break**
Age Group: 1 - 3 yrs old
When: TUESDAYS 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Location: Madrona Trails - Bremerton, WA
Nature Immersion Educator: Ms. Robin
SAPLINGS: March 2, 2026 - April 27, 2026 (8 weeks) ** no classes week of 4/6-10 due to Spring Break**
Age Group: 3 - 5 yrs old
When: MONDAYS 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Location: Madrona Trails - Bremerton, WA
Nature Immersion Educator: Ms. Robin
Session 5: NATURE SPACE
In our final session, we’ll return to both the forest and the beach to reflect on what we’ve learned. Children will weave together skills and practices from the year—mapping, observing, and caring for these interconnected ecosystems. Together we’ll celebrate our role as stewards and the joy of exploring nature side by side.
SPROUTS: May 5, 2026 - June 9, 2026 (6 weeks)
Age Group: 1 - 3 yrs old
When: TUESDAYS 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Location: South N.A.D Marine Park to Jackson Neighborhood Park
Nature Immersion Educator: Ms. Robin
SAPLINGS: May 4, 2026 - June 8, 2026 (6 weeks)
Age Group: 3 - 5 yrs old
When: MONDAYS 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Location: South N.A.D Marine Park to Jackson Neighborhood Park
Nature Immersion Educator: Ms. Robin
Session 1: FOREST
In our opening session, we turn to the forest as both teacher and playground. Children will discover the many layers of the forest, learn how to move gently through its spaces, and practice caring for plants, animals, and the land itself. Through stories, hands-on exploration, and collaborative activities, we will begin building the foundations of stewardship—learning that even the smallest actions can help protect the health and magic of our forest home.
SPROUTS: September 23, 2025 - October 28, 2025 (6 weeks)
Age Group: 1 - 3 yrs old
When: TUESDAYS 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Location: North Campground @ Kitsap County Fairgrounds
Nature Immersion Educator: Ms. Robin
SAPLINGS: September 24, 2025 - October 29, 2025 (6 weeks)
Age Group: 3 - 5 yrs old
When: WEDNESDAYS 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Location: North Campground @ Kitsap County Fairgrounds
Nature Immersion Educator: Ms. Robin
Session 2: FRESHWATER (Salmon)
Flowing streams and rivers teach us about the vital role of freshwater. We’ll focus on salmon as a keystone species, exploring their life cycle and the ways people can help protect their habitat. Children will discover how clean water, shade, and healthy plants support salmon and all who rely on the stream.
SPROUTS: November 4, 2025 - December 16, 2025 (7 weeks)
Age Group: 1 - 3 yrs old
When: TUESDAYS 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Location: Jarstad Park (4230 W Belfair Vally Road, Bremerton, WA)
Nature Immersion Educator: Ms. Robin
SAPLINGS: November 3, 2025 - December 15, 2025 (7 weeks)
Age Group: 3 - 5 yrs old
When: MONDAYS 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Location: Jarstad Park (4230 W Belfair Vally Road, Bremerton, WA)
Nature Immersion Educator: Ms. Robin
Session 3: BEACH
The beach offers endless wonders—from tidepools to sandy shores. Children will learn how to respect marine life, care for fragile habitats, and practice stewardship by leaving the beach better than we found it. Together, we’ll celebrate the treasures of the shoreline.
SPROUTS: January 6, 2026 - February 24, 2026 (8 weeks)
Age Group: 1 - 3 yrs old
When: TUESDAYS 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Location: Anna Smith Park - Bremerton, WA
Nature Immersion Educator: Ms. Robin
SAPLINGS: January 5, 2026 - February 23, 2026 (6 weeks) ** no class 1/19 and 2/16 due to holidays**
Age Group: 3 - 5 yrs old
When: MONDAYS 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Location: Anna Smith Park - Bremerton, WA
Nature Immersion Educator: Ms. Robin
2024-2025 Program Year:
Come explore with us the rich local areas surrounding the Dyes Inlet as we help develop and refine their observation skills through play, stories, songs and hikes. What do you need to deepen roots and promote growth? The four basic elements.
Session 1: September 13, 2024 - November 1, 2024 (8 weeks)
When: FRIDAYS
Location: South N.A.D Marine Park to Jackson Neighborhood Park
Theme: Water
Session 2: November 4, 2024 - December 20, 2024 (7 weeks)
When: WEDNESDAYS 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Location: Forest Ridge Park
Theme: Earth
Session 3: January 8, 2025 - February 26, 2025 (8 weeks)
When: WEDNESDAYS 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Location: Illahee State Park * Discover Pass needed*
Theme: Fire
Session 4: March 5, 2025 - April 30, 2025 (8 weeks) ** no class 4/9 due to Spring Break**
When: WEDNESDAYS 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Location: Anna Smith Children’s Park
Theme: Wind
Session 5: May 7 - June 11, 2025 (6 weeks)
When: THURSDAYS 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Location: Smith Nature Play Park at KCR in Bremerton
Theme: Life cycles
When: FRIDAYS
Location: South N.A.D Marine Park to Jackson Neighborhood Park
Theme: Water
Session 2: November 4, 2024 - December 20, 2024 (7 weeks)
When: WEDNESDAYS 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Location: Forest Ridge Park
Theme: Earth
Session 3: January 8, 2025 - February 26, 2025 (8 weeks)
When: WEDNESDAYS 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Location: Illahee State Park * Discover Pass needed*
Theme: Fire
Session 4: March 5, 2025 - April 30, 2025 (8 weeks) ** no class 4/9 due to Spring Break**
When: WEDNESDAYS 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Location: Anna Smith Children’s Park
Theme: Wind
Session 5: May 7 - June 11, 2025 (6 weeks)
When: THURSDAYS 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Location: Smith Nature Play Park at KCR in Bremerton
Theme: Life cycles