Hatchlings
September 9 from 10:00 am – 11:00 am
For children 0 – 18 months and their caregivers
Babies in nature? Babies ARE nature! Babies who spend time outside are stronger, healthier, more confident, and better sleepers. Learn how to support your Hatchlings as they develop motor skills, test physical limits, cultivate their sense of wonder, and get messy in a safe place to try new things.
Hatchlings will engage in outdoor nature play in this unique opportunity to interact, explore, and bond with their caregivers in the natural world. This program will be held outdoors and will include loose parts and messy play with natural sensory elements such as sand, mud, grass, sticks, leaves, and water.
Space is limited and pre-registration is required for all Hatchlings classes.
Select Wednesdays from 10:00 am – 11:00 am.
Arboretum Member registration for Fall 2026 classes opens Tuesday, December 1 and Nonmember registration opens Tuesday, December 8. Become a Family Tree Member or above to access early registration and receive the Member rate.
Pricing
$12 member / $15 nonmember
Per child/caregiver pair, per class
More than one caregiver may accompany a registered child. Minors must be accompanied by an adult.
Upcoming Classes
September
November
Additional Information
Hatchlings classes are best for infants and toddlers who are creepers, crawlers, or new walkers up to 18 months old (not for older siblings), but even newborns benefit from sensory outdoor experiences
Hatchlings will be held outdoors in rain or shine. Please dress yourself and your Hatchling for the weather and bring a spare change of clothes for your Hatchling.
Hatchlings classes are for children 0-18 months and their caregivers only. Please do not bring older siblings to class.
Accessibility
This program is open to all abilities. Some areas where classes might be held are not stroller-friendly or wheelchair accessible. Please plan to carry your Hatchling to various locations and let us know if you need assistance with caregiver accessibility.
