E-mail: kidsinnature.office@gmail.com​

Santa Cruz Kids in Nature

​NATURE IS OUR CLASSROOM

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Where curiosity leads

and childhood thrives.

From creek explorations to art with natural materials, from team games to quiet sit spots-KIN is a place where children are free to be themselves and part of something bigger.

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Play. Learn. Belong.

WHO WE ARE​

Santa Cruz Kids in Nature—KIN—is a place where childhood has room to unfold.

We are a grassroots outdoor learning community where children spend their afternoons exploring creeks and forests, making art from the world around them, building forts, following curiosity wherever it leads, and learning to care for the places they call home.

At KIN, learning happens through experience. A fallen log becomes a balance beam. A tidepool becomes a classroom. A question becomes an adventure. Through play, creativity, and time spent together outdoors, children grow confidence, resilience, curiosity, and a deep sense of connection—to themselves, to one another, and to the living world.

Our programs weave together social-emotional learning, natural and cultural history, art, and environmental stewardship, but at the heart of it all is something simple: children learning through wonder, in community, with the freedom to be fully themselves.

We offer outdoor after-school programs throughout the academic year, along with themed nature camps each summer.
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​We believe every child deserves the chance to experience the joy and belonging that come from time spent outdoors. We offer scholarships to help make our programs accessible to families across our community. Please reach out to learn more.

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After School

Programs

After-school adventures that help children become more confident, resilient, and compassionate humans.

Licensed outdoor educators. Daily exploration. Small groups.

Over 13 years serving Santa Cruz families.

Summer 

​Camps

CONTACT US

Have any Questions or want to get enrolled? Send us a message by email or through our form. 

Business hours are Monday - Friday   10 am - 6pm.

But - we're out in the forest for a lot of that!