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Forest Preschool Teacher job opening in Vermont

Forest School Teacher at NBNCJob Description :This is a position for the lead teacher and coordinator for the Forest Preschool and Forest School programs at NBNC. The position is contracted from…Continue

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Started Nov 17

Forest School Trainings in the U.S.,.......who's doing it?
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Hello Everyone!I am looking to create a network of people who are teaching and mentoring children outdoors with a forest school approach. I am located in Vermont, and I am hoping to connect with…Continue

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Forest School Trainings in the United States,.....Who's doing it?
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The Nature Adventure Program at Union Elementary School, Montpelier Vermont

Where the Wild Things Ought to Beby Catherine Buni | May 16th 2011 | ShareThis…Continue

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First Week of Forest Preschool at The North Branch Nature Center

I noticed two major signs of fall this week: the temps were crisp and cool in the morning, and eager 3, 4, and 5 year olds started their first week of Forest Preschool! Being outside the whole time, the children used their imaginations and took advantage of the forest to have a grand old time.Our days always start with "Loose Parts Play." As Forest Preschool teachers, we embrace the adage, "One man's trash is another man's treasure," and gather old kitchen utensils, sticks, rocks, old…See More

Nov 16

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Amy Butler replied to Amy Butler's discussion Forest School Trainings in the U.S.,.......who's doing it?

"Hi Stacey, I did offer an accredited course through a state college here in Vermont. The course was based on a program I teach in public schools called ECO- Educating Children Outdoors. You can learn more about on our…"

Nov 7

Amy Stilling replied to Amy Butler's discussion Forest School Trainings in the U.S.,.......who's doing it?

"Hello all, We have started a parent led once a week type forrest school in Orlando FL. Its focus is on homeschoolers mainly because they are the ones available to do this. Just an idea for a transition part-time group until you can get a full…"

Nov 7

Stacey replied to Amy Butler's discussion Forest School Trainings in the U.S.,.......who's doing it?

"Hi Amy, I replied to a similar thread in a different area. I'll try here since this one seems more recently active. I am a preschool teacher and graduate student very interested in outdoor education. I was doing some research for a project,…"

Nov 5

Stacey replied to Amy Butler's discussion Forest School Trainings in the United States,.....Who's doing it?

"Hi Amy, I am a preschool teacher and graduate student very interested in outdoor education. I was doing some research for a project and came across this site. I am just browsing it a bit at the moment. You mentioned a possible training in 2013 in…"

Nov 4

james hutton-ashkenny replied to Amy Butler's discussion Forest School Trainings in the U.S.,.......who's doing it?

"Amy, Thanks again for the chat, I dropped you an email in the week, hopefully it will get to you. Cheers James"

Oct 26

Amy Butler replied to Amy Butler's discussion Forest School Trainings in the U.S.,.......who's doing it?

" James, Really wonderful speaking with you today. Please be in touch! We should continue our conversation in person soon. Best, Amy "

Oct 23

Amy Butler replied to Amy Butler's discussion Forest School Trainings in the U.S.,.......who's doing it?

"Great James. Try me through Google chat? If not,...if you have a number I can call you at, you can email it to my work email. Do you use Facetime? -Amy "

Oct 23

james hutton-ashkenny replied to Amy Butler's discussion Forest School Trainings in the U.S.,.......who's doing it?

"Hi Amy, Thanks for the reply, and I'm glad forest schools are successful for you, I had so much fun at 'work' with them. I will try my best to call you tomorrow then, however I have no phone and am using the internet from a coffee…"

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Amy Butler replied to Amy Butler's discussion Forest School Trainings in the U.S.,.......who's doing it?

"Hello James! If you are still in New England I would love for you to come and visit us here in Vermont. It would be best to have a conversation, but I work in public schools using the forest school model and have great success here in Vermont.…"

Oct 21

james hutton-ashkenny replied to Amy Butler's discussion Forest School Trainings in the U.S.,.......who's doing it?

"Hi all, I stumbled across this thread researching Forest schools. I recently got let go from my job in local government over in England due to various cut backs etc. In play development back home. As a major part of my job I was going into schools…"

Oct 21

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Journaling at my Sit Spot

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Nov 13, 2012

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"Insect Hotels! http://northbranchnaturecenter.blogspot.com/2012/11/insect-hotels-potato-peelers-and-spy.html"

Nov 9, 2012

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Look What We Found!

Look What We Found!by, Amy ButlerNorth Branch Nature CenterMontpelier, Vermont The following conversation was recorded this spring in Harrison Field during an ECO day with children from Union Elementary School. "Look! Another one! You can pick it up.""Woah, I found one! On the leaves,..I don't know.""Guys, we keep finding them! We better have a big pack to put them…See More

Sep 3, 2012

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Jul 29, 2012

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Title or Role: Director of Education

Organization: North Branch Nature Center, Montpelier, Vermont

Bio: I am a teacher and a naturalist who has been leading children and young adults outside for over 15 years. I currently direct ECO - Educating Children Outdoors- in public schools and offer trainings for teachers. I also lead a Forest Preschool one day a week at. I love to go tracking in the snow, make medicine from plants, watch birds, and play games in forest, fields, and mudpuddles. I am also skilled in permaculture, primitive skills, and storytelling.
I am looking to connect with other teachers and naturalists who are connecting children and adults to the natural world.

Web site: http://www.northbranchnaturecenter.org

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First Week of Forest Preschool at The North Branch Nature Center

Our days always start with "Loose Parts Play." As Forest Preschool teachers, we embrace the adage, "One man's trash is…

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Posted on October 21, 2013 at 2:59pm

Building Our Play Spaces

The Forest Preschoolers are active, imaginative, and LOVE to build. They love to create their worlds, and will craft pretty much anything they can get their hands on into elaborate scenes. Much of our mornings focus around building in some form, and pretty much everyone…

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Posted on October 21, 2013 at 2:57pm

Quiet in the Forest

It's the beginning of all our ECO (Educating Children Outdoors) programs in surrounding schools and the students have fallen back into our outdoor learning routines beautifully. The crisp fall air, the stunning colors of autumn and…

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Posted on October 21, 2013 at 2:54pm

Look What We Found!

by, Amy Butler

North Branch Nature Center

Montpelier, Vermont

The following conversation was recorded this spring in Harrison Field during an ECO day with children from Union Elementary School. …

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Posted on July 25, 2012 at 6:23pm

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At 4:42pm on February 24, 2010, Suz Lipman said…: Hi Amy! Hearty welcome to C&NN. I love all the things you do in nature with kids. They sound very exciting and enriching. (I want to go along!) Have you checked out our Natural Teachers Network? I think you'll enjoy the sharing and resources. There are plenty of other places around the network where you can also make yourself at home. I so look forward to your contributions and to learning more about you and what you do.