Afterschool Programming
Get Outside. Get Connected. Unwind and engage with nature after a full day in a classroom. We’ve been offering fun and engaging afterschool programs in the outdoors since 1998.
2026-27 Dates Available, Registration Coming soon!
Afterschool Adventures – 4-H
FRIDAYS 2:30 PM – 5:00 PM
Grades 2-5
This is an all-outdoor, all weather program located at 4-H Acres! Students are dropped off at 4-H Acres at 2:30pm and pick-up is at 5pm.
Need-based van service is available from Northeast, Fall Creek AND Cayuga Heights Elementary.
Fall Session 2026 (10 weeks)
Dates:
September 25, October 2, October 9, October 16, October 23, October 30, November 6, November 13, December 4, December 11, December 18
*No Program Nov. 20, Nov. 27
Grades 2 – 5. Must be 8 years old to drive in van.
Sliding Scale: $325-425, Includes $100 Deposit
Optional Van-Fee: $50
*Scholarships and fee waivers available
Winter Session 2027 (6 weeks)
Dates:
January 22, January 29, February 5, February 12, February 26, March 5, March 12
*No Program Feb. 19, March 19.
Grades 2 – 5. Must be 8 years old to drive in van.
Sliding Scale: $250-350, Includes $100 Deposit
Optional Van-Fee: $50
*Scholarships and fee waivers available
Spring Session 2027 (11 weeks)
Dates:
April 2, April 16, April 23, April 30, May 7, May 14, May 21, May 28, June 4, June 11
*No Program April 9
Grades 2 – 5. Must be 8 years old to drive in van.
Sliding Scale: $350-$450 ($360.50-$463.50 with credit card), Includes $100 Deposit
Optional Van-Fee: $50
*Scholarships and fee waivers available
Afterschool AT Caroline Elementary TUESDAYS
2:00 – 4:30 PM
Open to students in grades 3–5 at Caroline Elementary, this program takes place in the woods right around the school. Through all three seasons, kids explore outdoor skills, play games, and discover the plants, animals, and landscapes that make our local environment unique.
Each week brings new adventures such as animal tracking, identifying local plants and wild edibles, imaginative play, and building forts and camps. Students may explore nearby areas like Six Mile Creek, practice digging and carving with tools, create foraged feasts, observe wildlife, and even build snow shelters in winter. The program encourages creativity, teamwork, and a sense of wonder while giving kids plenty of time to move, explore, and have fun outdoors.
Fall Session 2026 (11 weeks)
Dates:
October 6, October 13, October 20, October 27, November 3, November 10, November 17, November 24, December 1, December 8, December 15
Grades 1 – 5
Income-Based Pricing: $350- $450, Includes $100 Deposit
*Scholarships and fee waivers available
Winter Session 2027 (6 weeks)
Dates:
January 26, February 2, February 9, February 23, March 2, March 9
*No Program Feb 16
Grades 3 – 5
Income-Based Pricing: $201.43-$287.14 ($207.47-$295.75 with credit card), Includes $100 Deposit
*Scholarships and fee waivers available
Spring Session 2027 (11 weeks)
Dates:
March 23, March 30, April 13, April 20, April 27, May 4, May 11, May 18, May 25, June 1, June 8
*No Program April 6
Grades 1 – 5
Income-Based Pricing: $350- $450 ($360.50-$463.50 with credit card), Includes $100 Deposit
*Scholarships and fee waivers available
Afterschool AT Belle Sherman Elementary Wednesdays
2:00 – 4:30 PM
This is a FREE program for grades 1–5 at Belle Sherman Elementary
Spend Wednesday afternoons outside exploring the landscape next to Belle Sherman Elementary School! Play games, make fires, and learn about the plants and animals living in your neighborhood forest. Develop comfort in the outdoors while learning new skills with friends. Each age group will have activities and skills tailored to children’s interests and abilities. This program is a great way to unwind after a day in school, and encourages teamwork and comfort in the outdoors!
