Preschool Programs

We have a great and growing selection of outdoor engagement options for you and your pre-schooler.

Whether it's a day camp, weekly story-based program, monthly Saturday program, or even a special event, we have something we are sure you and your little one will love.

For more details, check out the Preschool Peep, our preschool teacher newsletter.

nature nook

Our weekly get-together that always includes reading a nature themed book, making a craft and taking a short hike. Meet here at 10:00 am and be sure both of you are prepared for the weather. Runs 90 minutes every Monday and Tuesday. See the Nature Nook schedule for upcoming programs.

Cost: $3 for members, $6 for non-members

nature sprites

Meet with us the second Saturday of each month November through May for a true outdoor adventure! Kids and parents start off in the same room, then split up for their own fun. Adults head off with a naturalist to learn ways to share nature with their kids, and the kids stay back for a shorter hike along with games and crafts.

Cost: $4 for members, $7 for non-members

day camps

Join the fun as Hartley now offers camps for the tiny set too. Our pre-school camps are three days, and offer a more in-depth look into the mysteries of the natural world. Offerred winter and summer, they provide age-approporiate activityies and fun. Our next camp begins on January 6th and runs from 10 to 11:30 am. You must pre-register.

Cost: $15 for members, $20 for non-members

Special events

Howl-O-Ween returns for its second year of (not very) spooky critter hikes, goodies, games, and of course lots of treats. More than 100 people joined us for the 2008 version. We have added a second session this year to accomodate even more little goblins. Now you can choose to join us from either 10:00 am to noon or 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm on Saturday, October 31st. The cost is just $15 per family. You MUST preregister for this event! Call us today to get signed up.

Cost: $15 per family