OUR STORY
Once upon a time in a bright and lively forest, lived a little one named WILD. This child learned through movement and interacting with the natural world. Wild needed an out-of-the-box approach to learning, he came alive in the outdoors, his spirit lifted and he embraced the details around while nurturing his freedom. Another child came frolicking into the woods. WONDER was curious and in tune with his surroundings. Wonder graced the forest with a gentleness and his eyes would light up at the remarkable gifts of creation. His curiosity awakened further with the ability to explore un-inhibited, taking time on his inquiries and problem solving. Both Wild and Wonder confirmed that every child benefits from being true to themselves with the freedom of fresh air and exploration.
Heidi and Kylee were raising two very unique sons that connected with the outdoor world in evidently different ways. They would visit local parks and forests and ponder pre-school alternatives that would affirm their children's gifts and encourage growth of character and curiosity. Together, they came up with a vision of outdoor learning and all it encompasses. The dream inside of them was to create a venue in nature to foster each child's innate desire to learn through natural curiosity and exploration, growing a hunger to learn, be inquisitive and to nurture an overall love for this earth we dwell on.
Once upon a time in a bright and lively forest, lived a little one named WILD. This child learned through movement and interacting with the natural world. Wild needed an out-of-the-box approach to learning, he came alive in the outdoors, his spirit lifted and he embraced the details around while nurturing his freedom. Another child came frolicking into the woods. WONDER was curious and in tune with his surroundings. Wonder graced the forest with a gentleness and his eyes would light up at the remarkable gifts of creation. His curiosity awakened further with the ability to explore un-inhibited, taking time on his inquiries and problem solving. Both Wild and Wonder confirmed that every child benefits from being true to themselves with the freedom of fresh air and exploration.
Heidi and Kylee were raising two very unique sons that connected with the outdoor world in evidently different ways. They would visit local parks and forests and ponder pre-school alternatives that would affirm their children's gifts and encourage growth of character and curiosity. Together, they came up with a vision of outdoor learning and all it encompasses. The dream inside of them was to create a venue in nature to foster each child's innate desire to learn through natural curiosity and exploration, growing a hunger to learn, be inquisitive and to nurture an overall love for this earth we dwell on.
Our Team
Kylee Cox Co-founder and forest leader Kylee has an education background in Early Childhood, First Nation studies and Ecology. She cares deeply about environmental initiatives and is always keen to learn new skills. Kylee loves working with children and cultivating their natural curiosity. She can be seen in the forest smiling big, encouraging and building up the students and identifying plant life during explorations. Nature that connects with her Spirit: Coyotes and Trees
Angela Peters FOREST LEADER/ Administration Angela has an educational background in Outdoor Leadership, Indigenous Studies and a Bachelors degree in Counselling. She has a deep belief in the healing power of nature and a strong passion for helping people be true to who they are while showing every living thing around them the profound respect we all deserve. She believes in helping young children find this connection to themselves and nature at a young age. In the forest you will find her looking for bugs, playing creative games, crafting or telling animated stories. Nature that connects with her Spirit: Deers and where the Forest and Ocean meet |
Wendelyn Sardella Forest Leader Wendelyn has a certificate in Early Childhood Education. She grew up with the forest as her playground surrounded by mango, banana, palm and coconut trees in the Philippines. For this reason Wendelyn loves climbing! In her spare time she enjoys hiking mountains and finding new forests to explore, observe and find wonder in. Wendelyn believes experiences as a child inspires her to give children similar experiences of playing and exploring in nature and that these opportunities will help them to reach their full potential Nature that connects with her spirit: Forested Mountains 
Kristen Gunther Forest LEader If you enter the forest and all is quiet you can bet it’s because the kids are captivated by Kristen’s story telling. Kristen has a background in early childhood education. She can often be seen with a puppet, crafted flowers or nature items teaching our adventurers about feelings, our forest, or just making them laugh! She has an amazing ability to break things down for young minds and makes teaching feel casual and a natural part of our forest adventures. She teaches in both our preschool and home learner programs. She looks forward to guiding your child in their wild wonder adventures. Nature that connects with her Spirit: Beavers and Mountains |
Emily Olson Forest Leader Emily loves everything outdoors!! In her spare time you can find her outdoor rock climbing, snowboarding, backpacking, swimming, or taking walks to collect “cool” nature objects to decorate her house with. Emily has a diploma in Outdoor Leadership and has worked as an outdoor guide for a variety of companies. Presently she works at a Middle School and runs all their outdoor education for the Middle School. Emily gets great joy by watching her students challenge themselves and build self confidence through the outdoor adventures they go on. Nature that connects with her spirit: Ferns, Moss, and Ocean Waves |
