📍 Location: Paris Mountain State Park & Travelers Rest, SC
📆 When Offered: Year-round forest programs and seasonal camps
💡 About: Valley Forest School offers hands-on, nature-immersive programs where kids learn by playing, exploring, and creating outdoors.

⭐ Highlights:• Whittling, shelter-building, and nature journaling• Promotes creativity, resilience, and appreciation for the environment• Time spent unplugged and engaged with nature
💬 Helpful Hints: Pack layers and waterproof shoes — kids will get muddy and have a blast!

📍 Location: Greenville, SC
💸 Cost: Free admission; educational program fees vary (~$100–$250 per program)
📆 When Offered: Year-round field trips and programs
💡 About: Conestee offers outdoor classes tied to state science standards — perfect for public, private, charter, and homeschool groups looking for real-world ecology lessons.
⭐ Highlights:
• Birding trails and wetland exploration
• Environmental education focused on local wildlife
• Active, hands-on outdoor learning
💬 Helpful Hints: Bring binoculars and rain gear for a full sensory experience.

📍 Location: Greenville, SC
💸 Cost: ~$250–$400 per program
📆 When Offered: Year-round outdoor play-based classes
💡 About: Designed for ages 3–8, Roots and Wings nurtures children’s connection to nature through exploration, stories, and creative play.
⭐ Highlights:
• Play-based learning that sparks curiosity
• Introduces stewardship for the environment
• Flexible classes for homeschoolers and mixed-age groups
💬 Helpful Hints: Great for energetic kids who thrive with hands-on exploration — dress for the weather!

📍 Location: Parks in Greenville, SC
💸 Cost: ~$200–$300 per session
📆 When Offered: Seasonal classes (spring, summer, fall)
💡 About: Tinkergarten classes inspire kids (1–8 years) to explore outdoors through guided play, developing creativity, empathy, and resilience.
⭐ Highlights:
• Parent-and-child classes with hands-on activities
• Focuses on nature-based social and emotional skills
• Encourages curiosity and cooperative play
💬 Helpful Hints: Join with a friend for even more fun — classes are all about connection!

📍 Location: Greenville, SC
💸 Cost: ~$180–$350 per session
📆 When Offered: After school & holiday sessions
💡 About: Kids explore different countries and cultures through hands-on activities and outdoor games that inspire a sense of global citizenship and adventure.
⭐ Highlights:
• Creative art, outdoor exploration & cultural games
• Learning respect for diverse traditions
• Promotes social skills and curiosity about the world
💬 Helpful Hints: Encourage your child to share their “passport stamps” at home — a fun way to stay engaged!

📍 Location: Community Centers across Greenville
💸 Cost: ~$50–$200 per session
📆 When Offered: Year-round afterschool sessions
💡 About: Combining outdoor games, team sports, and arts & crafts, this program supports kids in a safe, engaging environment that nurtures their bodies and minds.
⭐ Highlights:
• Active outdoor play and recreational sports
• Focuses on character, teamwork, and fitness
• Flexible hours that fit most schedules
💬 Helpful Hints: Perfect for working parents looking for affordable and energetic care after school.

📍 Location: YMCA of Greenville
💸 Cost: ~$60–$150/week
📆 When Offered: Year-round afterschool sessions
💡 About: A nurturing afterschool program for K5–8th graders featuring homework help, enrichment, sports, swimming, and outdoor play.
⭐ Highlights:
• Supervised homework and skill-building
• Safe outdoor and gym spaces for games and team sports
• Emphasis on teamwork and making new friends
💬 Helpful Hints: Ask about financial assistance and sibling discounts — the YMCA often has programs to help.

📍 Location: Greenville, SC
💸 Cost: ~$100–$200/week
📆 When Offered: Year-round afterschool sessions
💡 About: ACAC keeps kids active after school with fitness-focused games like Gaga Ball and Ultimate Frisbee, along with creative projects like arts and crafts.
⭐ Highlights:
• Fun fitness challenges and sports
• Supervised by experienced, energetic staff
• Daily arts and hands-on creative play
💬 Helpful Hints: Perfect for kids who need a balance of movement and creative downtime. Pack sneakers and comfy clothes!