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Saturday, May 16th 1pm to 5pm $125/pp
Become a Handpicked Nature Group Guide
Learn how to start and lead a meaningful nature group in your own community.
What to ExpectStarting a nature group doesn’t require you to be a naturalist or a professional teacher—but it does help to have a clear structure and support along the way. This program is designed to walk you through the process step by step while giving you the tools, confidence, and rhythm needed to lead a meaningful group in your own community.
Participants will receive a full scope and sequence for the year, inspired by well-loved nature-based curricula, along with localized activity ideas and lesson plans that correspond with seasonal changes and outdoor locations in Orange County and Southern California.
You’ll also receive access to the practical planning tools we’ve used for over seven years, including spreadsheets, schedules, printable resources, and lesson outlines designed to make organizing your group simple, manageable, and sustainable.
Throughout the program you can expect:
❋ A Proven FrameworkA complete framework for running a successful nature group
❋ A Year-Long Scope & SequenceSeasonal themes and lesson ideas inspired by well-loved nature-based curricula to guide your gatherings throughout the year.
❋ Location Based Activity PlanningSuggested outdoor locations and activities that correspond with each lesson to help you plan meaningful and memorable nature days.
❋ Curated Materials & PrintablesA preview of carefully selected printable resources and materials that support each lesson and activity.
❋ 1-on-1 Support & Check InsPersonal guidance, troubleshooting, and encouragement as you launch and grow your group.
❋ Organizational Tools & TemplatesA preview of spreadsheets, scheduling templates, and planning documents to help you keep everything organized and running smoothly.
Value of over $150
❋ Monthly Planning NightsOptional in-person gatherings where facilitators prepare activities together, exchange ideas, and build community with other nature group leaders.
❋ Ongoing Guidance & CommunitySupport along the way so you’re never navigating challenges alone.
Build Your Own Nature Group 2026
A Sneak PeekTogether, we’ll discuss your aspirations in how you hope to start and grow your very own Nature Group. We will discuss what a typical day might look like, how to find and onboard the kinds of families you hope to attract, how to create built in connections, forms and planning activities for your group and with your group, the different types of groups there are and where to find the right resources for you want to create.
Welcome + Check In
Meet and Greet, materials, overview of the day.
12pm to 12:15pmNature Group Foundations
Different models of nature groups
The role of the facilitator and group leadership
Setting expectations with families
Creating a culture that keeps families coming back
Common mistakes new groups make
12:15 to 1:15pmDesigning Your Group
How to create a rhythm, structure and curriculum that works for both families and facilitators.
1:15 to 2:15pm2:15 to 2:35pm20 Min Break
The Practical Side: Admin & Organization
What you need to know about organization, communication, forms, and protecting yourself and your families.
2:35 to 3:20pmBuild Your Own Nature Group
Guided Planning Session to get you started on your journey!
3:20pm to 4:20pmQ + A, Discussion and Closing
4:15pm to 5pm