TimberNook Northwest Indiana : Valparaiso

TimberNook Northwest Indiana is tucked into the beautiful Gabis Arboretum in Valparaiso, Indiana. Children explore the sensory aspects of nature, challenge their bodies and their minds, and develop confidence and lasting friendships through our innovative, nature immersive programs. Each program is designed to inspire, enchant, and bring their imaginations to life. Rather than directing creativity and play schemes as most programs do; TimberNook provides large scale experiences, staging the environment to inspire. Under the watchful eyes of handpicked, caring counselors, there is ample time and opportunity to practice true creativity free of adult direction, control, or frequent transitions. As a result of this transformative method children try new things, practice conflict resolution, improve gross and fine motor skills, all while engaging in exciting adventures of their own design!

Overview

The Gabis Arboretum, as a property of Purdue Northwest, values the focus on nature, child development, and learning through play that TimberNook offers! This property contains wetlands, streams, and heavily wooded areas with trails; to specially designed features such as the adventure garden. Wildflowers abound and children keep their eyes ...
The Gabis Arboretum, as a property of Purdue Northwest, values the focus on nature, child development, and learning through play that TimberNook offers! This property contains wetlands, streams, and heavily wooded areas with trails; to specially designed features such as the adventure garden. Wildflowers abound and children keep their eyes peeled to spot nesting birds and woodland critters such as chipmunks and deer. Of course, climbing fallen trees, catching frogs, and jumping in the shallow creek are favorite parts of any day at the arboretum.
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Lets Play the TimberNook Way! ***Registration for August Tiny Ones opens July 14 at 8am!***
🌻Tiny Ones
Explore all the benefits of nature, socialize with other caregivers, and head into the fall season with sensational nature play!
Adults attend with child. Ages walking-5/6. Babies and adults attend free.
August 5, 12, 19, 26 4pm-5:30pm $80

August 6, 13, 20, 27 9:30am-11am $80

September 4, 11, 18, 25 9:30am-11am $80

September 9, 16, 23, 30 4pm-5:30pm $80

October 14, 21, 28 4pm-5:30pm $60

October 9, 16, 23 9:30am-11am $60

🌻Wild Ones
Ages 6-11. Nature enrichment that builds friendships, reinforces academic concepts and promotes genuine creativity!
1)Aug 19, 26, Sept 9, 16, 23, 30 Oct 14, 21, 28 9am-12pm $425

🌻Summer Camps 2024
TimberNook takes play to the next level. Children are able to work out solutions to problems and develop complex play schemes. We often hear, “This is the most fun EVER!” TimberNook camps offer the ultimate sensory experience for children, challenging the mind, body and the senses through meaningful outdoor play opportunities. Providers often speak of the “magic” they witness at TimberNook, even over the course of just one week. Children of all abilities are able to challenge their social, emotional, sensory, and cognitive skills at TimberNook, the therapeutic benefits of which are vast and often surprising to all involved. This summer's schedule is as follows:
-Sensory Adventures – Fear Factor 9-12yrs July 22-26 9am-1pm $295
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Timbernook Certified Provider
Your Certified Provider:
Erin Crews

Email: [email protected]

Phone: 305-304-8344


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The Team
Ms. Melissa

TimberNook Provider

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Available Programs

Tiny Ones – October Wednesdays

Ages: 1 - 5

Dates: Oct 9 - Oct 23

Times: 9:30 am - 11:00 am

Tiny Ones – October Mondays

Ages: 1 - 5

Dates: Oct 14 - Oct 28

Times: 9:30 am - 11:00 am

Tiny Ones – September Wednesdays

Ages: 1 - 5

Dates: Sep 4 - Sep 25

Times: 9:30 am - 11:00 am

Tiny Ones – August Tuesdays

Ages: 1 - 5

Dates: Aug 6 - Aug 27

Times: 9:30 am - 11:00 am

Tiny Ones – August Mondays

Ages: 1 - 5

Dates: Aug 5 - Aug 26

Times: 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm

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