Winter Break Camp: Rooted in the Season

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A full day of hands-on learning, movement, and connection with nature. Campers will explore how farms thrive even in winter, engaging with themes like agriculture, food systems, and animal care. They'll rotate through a variety of spaces—from barns and pastures to trails, the waterfront, and a cozy classroom setting—where they'll investigate seasonal changes, visit farm animals, and better understand where food comes from. Date: Wednesday, December 31st Time: 9:00AM–3:30PM Where: Wolfes Neck Farm, Freeport Best For: Grades 1–5 Maximum Group Size: 10 Through outdoor exploration and educator-led activities, your child will come away with a deeper appreciation for the natural world, practical knowledge about farming and food, and the confidence that comes from hands-on learning in a supportive environment. Maine Outdoor Kids' outdoor education programs are designed to support your child’s growth and confidence. We create a balance between offering independence and providing guidance, allowing children to explore, take initiative, and challenge themselves in a supportive environment. Creativity, problem-solving, and social connection are at the heart of everything we do. Our team is there to guide activities, offer meaningful choices, and encourage thoughtful exploration—all in a setting that inspires curiosity: the outdoors. Nearly all of our programs take place entirely outside (winter full-day camps are the exception), which means we avoid time lost in transit and maximize our time in nature. Rain or shine, we’re outside—helping kids build resilience, confidence, and a positive relationship with all kinds of weather. Before each program, we’ll connect with caregivers to ensure every child arrives prepared with the right clothing, gear, and meals. With intentionally small group sizes, we’re able to stay flexible—adapting to each child’s needs, the weather, and the opportunities each location offers. This also allows us to form strong, meaningful connections with every camper. We make space each day for environmental learning, unstructured play, collaborative games, hands-on building, crafting, and adventurous physical activity. For more details about logistics and registration, please visit our FAQ page.