WAIT LIST ONLY: 2024-2025 – Going Wild – TimberNook West Central Florida

Program is currently at capacity, to be added to the waitlist & notified of any openings, please use this LINK to join the waitlist.

The ONLY TimberNook site in Central Florida & local kid’s favorite WEEKLY outdoor program is back for another full SCHOOL YEAR of FOREST PLAY!  

Fridays, 9:00 am – 1:00 pm

September 20, 2024 through May 2, 2025

Ages: 5-10

Note: This is a drop off program.

Every week, children will be guided into grand forest play experiences that challenge and engage their sensory, motor, social, and cognitive skills through the sensational TimberNook curriculum that sparks deep levels of immersive play.  

SIGN UP TODAY!  SPACE IS LIMITED.  

2024-2025 TimberNook Going Wild Details: 

• Fridays, SEPTEMBER 20 – MAY 2
• Make-up session dates: December 20 & May 9
• Total full year fee, $1288 (prorated if you join midyear)
• Non-refundable $200 deposit is due upon registration
• The remaining balance is divided into 7 equal payments and paid the 1st of the month (October through April)
• Program breaks: Thanksgiving Week, 2 Weeks Over Winter Break, and Spring break Week.

Anticipated Daily Schedule:

8:55-9:05 Drop off at the Barn

9:05-9:15 Welcome (Introductions, Rules, Songs, Games)

9:15-9:30 Guided Hike (Nature Connection, Environmental & Safety Awareness)

9:30-9:45 Community Circle (Storytelling, Guided Discussions, Skill Introductions)

9:45-11:00 TimberNook Experience (Child-Led & Active Play-Based Opportunities, Snack, Fire Pit*)

11:00-11:30 Lunch at the Grand Oak Tree

11:30-12:45 Continued TimberNook Experience Opportunities

12:45 Closing (Reflections)

12:55-1:05 Pick-Up at the Barn

*Available on select program days

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We reserve the right to cancel and refund if the minimum number of registrations is not met.  This is not childcare. 

All payments and deposits are non-refundable.  Review the cancellation policy prior to registration.

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Why Forest Play at Treeline? 

• Limited number of kids (we are not a child care facility)
• Technology-free
• Caring, responsible, & educated staff 
• Research-backed developmental benefits: 
  • Imagination & creativity
  • Attention and focus
  • Social skills
  • Critical thinking, organization, and planning
  • Visual spatial & fine motor skills
  • Self-regulation & sensory processing
  • Language skills 
  • Independence & self-motivation

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Common questions: 

What do I need to bring?  Parents will receive an email 3-5 days before the program date outlining all the details you need to know.  Note that weather appropriate attire is required as this program is 100% outdoors.

Can I visit your location before signing up?  Our unique outdoor space includes natural woods, a pine tree farm, walking trails, a seasonal creek, climbing ropes, swings, mud kitchen, and a pole barn – everything your child needs to get out and play the TimberNook way. You can preview the site by watching this short video or email [email protected] with any specific questions or to potentially schedule a site tour. 

My child is just under or over the listed age range, can he still register?  Younger children must be 5 by December 1st.  Older children should not turn 11 before October 1st of 2024. 

What happens if it rains or thunderstorms?  We play in the rain!!  We shelter under a nearby roof during thunderstorms and high winds.

I am not sure how my child will do. Can I stay during the program?  All TimberNook programs, except for Tiny Ones Playgroups, are drop off programs. You are welcome to remain in your car, but we are not able to accommodate parents staying on site during the program.

What is a day like?  Watch this 5 minute video.

Is a snack provided? On select program days a snack may be offered.  Parents are encouraged to pack ample snacks, lunch, and water for their child.  Be sure food allergies are listed on your child’s TimberNook website profile.

Are electronics allowed?  No.  Cell phones, tablets, smart watches, etc. need to stay in a child’s backpack.

How many staff are on site?  We have a minimum of a 6:1 child to adult ratio.

Where does my child go to the bathroom?  A primitive camp toilet is available.  You can see an example of the toilet on this 5-minute preview video.

Do you ever go inside?  We are 100% outdoors and have no indoor spaces.  We use an open air pole barn (under the roof) during thunderstorms and high winds. 

Is my child a good fit?  We welcome all kids to participate, regardless of developmental, social, or emotional skills.  We do require that children: 

(1) Are able to function with a 1:6 adult-to-child ratio and in a setting with up to 24 kids

(2) Are able to stay within the general, unfenced group area in the woods without frequent reminders

(3) Maintain personal safety with adults notably stepped back and NOT within arm’s reach; and

(4) Maintain appropriate behavior that does not endanger the safety of other children (or staff) or compromise the play of other children.   

When you register your child for this program, you are verifying that (to your best knowledge) your child is able to be successful with ALL FOUR above points.  If you are unsure if your child is a good match, please call Treeline Enrichment at 863-271-4519. 

Where are you located?  701 Sparkman Rd. Plant City, FL 33566

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For more information, please visit us at www.TreelineEnrichment.com or call 863-271-4519