Where Children Learn Through Nature!
At River Bottom Ranch, we believe the best classroom is outdoors. Our hands-on enrichment classes inspire children to explore God's creation, build confidence, develop practical skills, and discover the joy of learning through nature.
We will be offering two classes this fall
River Bottom Nature Studio
Fridays • 1:00–3:00 PM
$400
Ages: 5–12
August 28 - Nature Journals
September 4 - Leaf Art
September 11 - Rock Creations
September 18 - Nature Weaving
September 25 - Nature Silhouettes
October 2 - Fall Break
October 9 - Seed Pods
October 16 - Nature Mandalas
October 23 - Clay & Nature Impressions
October 30 - Bark & Tree Art
November 6 - Bird Feeders & Nature Crafts
November 13 - Pressed Flower Art
November 20 - Nature Art Gallery
River Bottom Rangers
Fridays • 3:15–5:15 PM
$400
Ages: 5–12
August 28 - Safety First
September 4 - Knowing Your Way
September 11 - Animal Tracks & Wildlife
September 18 - Shelter Building
September 25 - Fire Safety
October 2 - Fall Break
October 9 - Water
October 16 - Knots & Rope Skills
October 23 - Basic First Aid
October 30 - Plants Around Us
November 6 - Ranch Skills
November 13 - Outdoor Cooking
November 20 - River Bottom Ranger Challenge
Information
All 12-week classes are $400 total. There is a $100 non-refundable down payment upon registration that goes towards your final balance. The cost for the class is $400 regardless of attendance. Payment must be made in full or in monthly payments of $100 on the first Fridays of the month - September 4th, October 2nd, and November 6th. We ask that you pay the full $400, no matter your attendance. We are currently in the process of becoming an ESA Vendor, once complete homeschool students will be able to pay via the payment portal, until then we will provide a detailed receipt for you to submit for reimbursement through the ESA portal.
Leadership + Location
Classes are led by Becca & Jon Simons and are held on our private ranch near Mammoth, AZ.
Class Size
Classes are approximately 15-20 students.
Can Parents Attend With Their Child?
Parents are welcome to stay and learn alongside their child or observe from a distance; however, parent attendance is not required. You are welcome to drop your child off at the beginning of class and return for pickup at the scheduled end time.
Class Cancelations
Classes are held rain or shine in most cases. We will have a pop-up tent for rain, but will postpone classes if hazardous storms are in the forecast. If a class is canceled, a makeup class will be offered.
