We are thrilled to announce that Raritan Headwaters’ Nature Days Forest School program at the Hunterdon Community Farmers Market is now more accessible than ever! A generous grant from the Astle-Alpaugh Family Foundation has made it possible for us to offer a sliding scale for registration, ensuring that more children can experience the joys of outdoor learning.
Nature Days at the Farmers’ Market takes place every Sunday at the historic Dvoor Farm in Flemington from early May through the end of October. It is a perfect site for outdoor exploration as the 40-acre farm offers trails through a native grass meadow, a grove of old-growth trees, and Walnut Brook, a beautiful setting for nature study.
What is Nature Days?
Nature Days is an immersive, child-led exploration program where young learners engage with the natural world in a way that fosters curiosity, creativity, and confidence. Rooted in the principles of forest schooling, this program allows children to take the lead—whether they’re building fairy houses, tracking wildlife, learning about critters in small streams, or making artwork with natural materials.
The Benefits of Outdoor Learning
Spending time in nature has profound benefits for children, including:
- Boosted Creativity & Problem-Solving: Open-ended exploration encourages kids to think critically and experiment.
- Improved Physical & Mental Well-Being: Fresh air, movement, and unstructured play reduce stress and promote healthy development.
- Deepened Connection to Nature: Hands-on experiences nurture environmental stewardship and a lifelong love for the outdoors.
With Nature Days now more accessible, we invite families to join us at the Hunterdon Community Farmers Market to experience the magic of outdoor learning. Let’s empower the next generation of environmental leaders—one forest adventure at a time!
Nature Days
Historic Dvoor Farm, 111 Mine Street, Flemington, NJ
Sundays from 10 am to 11:30 am
May 4 through October 26, 2025
This program coincides with the Hunterdon Community Farmers Market; shop at the farmers market while your child enjoys a morning of learning and adventure in nature!
Register for Free or Pay What You Can!
Use the coupon code DVOOR to register your child for this program at no cost to you. If you do have the capacity to pay the reduced fee of $5 per session or $100 for the semester, your contribution will help this grant go even further—allowing more children to experience the magic of outdoor learning!
Sign Up Today!
Visit www.raritanheadwaters.org/naturedays to register and learn more about our programs for families.
