Valparaiso
TimberNook Northwest Indiana is tucked into the beautiful Gabis Arboretum in Valparaiso, Indiana. Children will explore the sensory aspects of nature, challenge their bodies and their minds, and develop confidence and lasting friendships through our innovative, inclusive, nature immersive camps. Each program is designed to inspire, enchant, and bring their imaginations to life. Based on the principles from the book "Balanced and Barefoot", children are given time, space, and inspiration to immerse themselves in deep and meaningful play. Rather than directing creativity and play schemes as most programs do; TimberNook provides large scale experiences, staging the environment to inspire. There is ample time and opportunity to practice true creativity free of adult direction, control, or frequent transitions under the watchful eyes of handpicked, caring camp counselors. As a result of this transformative method children try new things, practice conflict resolution, improve gross and fine motor skills, all while engaging in exciting adventures of their own design!
Overview
TimberNook Northwest Indiana is located in a beautiful nook off-trail at the Gabis Arboretum in Valparaiso, Indiana. As a property of Purdue Northwest, they value the focus on nature, child development, and learning through play that TimberNook offers! This site offers children a rich variety from wetlands, streams, and heavily wooded areas with trails, to specially designed features such as the adventure garden. Wildflowers abound and children will keep their eyes peeled to spot nesting birds and woodland critters such as chipmunks and deer. Of course climbing fallen trees and jumping in mud puddles are sure to be favorite parts of a day at the arboretum.
TimberNook Northwest Indiana
2022 Summer Camp Registration Opens on February 1st!! Registration for 2022 Spring Tiny Ones programs is now open. Lets Play the TimberNook Way!
Spring Tiny Ones
April 29 9:30-11:30 parents and toddlers walking-6y/o $15.00
May 6 9:30-11:30 parents and toddlers walking-6y/o $15.00
May 13 9:30-11:30 parents and toddlers walking-6y/o $15.00
May 20 9:30-11:30 parents and toddlers walking-6y/o $15.00
Summer Camps
May 30- June 3 7-12y/o 9am-3pm $325
June 13-17 4-7y/o 9am-1pm $220
June 27-July 1 7-12y/o 9am-3pm $325
July 11-15 5-9y/o 9am-1pm $220
July 25-29 4-7y/o 9am-1pm $220
Homeschool Field Trips
April 22 9-12 5-10y/o $20/child
Summer camps and year round programs are excellent alternative learning and field trip opportunities for homeschool families!
Available Programs
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Tiny Ones – TimberNook Northwest Indiana
Ages: 1 - 5
Dates: May 20
Times: 9:30 am - 11:30 am
Price: $15.00 per child
Overview:
Tiny Ones is designed for the smallest of our TimberNook adventurers. You and your child will venture outdoors for creative play opportunities that foster healthy child development. You’ll also receive weekly ideas on how to inspire independent play at home. Programs may vary based on location.Explore
Tiny Ones – TimberNook Northwest Indiana
Ages: 1 - 5
Dates: May 13
Times: 9:30 am - 11:30 am
Price: $15.00 per child
Overview:
Tiny Ones is designed for the smallest of our TimberNook adventurers. You and your child will venture outdoors for creative play opportunities that foster healthy child development. You’ll also receive weekly ideas on how to inspire independent play at home. Programs may vary based on location.Explore
Tiny Ones – TimberNook Northwest Indiana
Ages: 1 - 5
Dates: May 6
Times: 9:30 am - 11:30 am
Price: $15.00 per child
Overview:
Tiny Ones is designed for the smallest of our TimberNook adventurers. You and your child will venture outdoors for creative play opportunities that foster healthy child development. You’ll also receive weekly ideas on how to inspire independent play at home. Programs may vary based on location.Explore
Tiny Ones – TimberNook Northwest Indiana
Ages: 1 - 5
Dates: Apr 29
Times: 9:30 am - 11:30 am
Price: $15.00 per child
Overview:
Tiny Ones is designed for the smallest of our TimberNook adventurers. You and your child will venture outdoors for creative play opportunities that foster healthy child development. You’ll also receive weekly ideas on how to inspire independent play at home. Programs may vary based on location.Explore
Field Trips – TimberNook Northwest Indiana
Ages: 5 - 10
Dates: Apr 22
Times: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Price: $20.00 per child
Overview:
School Field Trips provide a unique opportunity for classes to experience outdoor learning and skill development through play. Our field trips can be customized according to your needs and are offered on flexible schedules. *Programs may vary based on location.Explore
Reviews
Village Folks - TimberNook Tri-County
reviewed by SymonsFam6108
What an absolutely amazing experience for my kids (ages 7 and 11)! They were able to really dive into the depths of their imagination and were encouraged to be as creative as they’d like. I thoroughly enjoyed the daily emails including pictures and quotes from the day, it was so fun going through them with the kids and hearing all about it- it truly made me feel like I was able to experience it alongside them! Overall wonderful program that allows kids to be KIDS! I will recommend to everyone!
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Village Folks - TimberNook Tri-County
reviewed by Tracicutler
As an elementary education teacher of 20 years and mother of 3 school age children that have attended Timbernook, I highly recommend this program! My children asked after day 1 why they can’t do the camp all summer. I thought they’d change their minds after a few days but, at the last day, it was the same response. My kids love Timbernook and each day can’t stop talking about what they did, friends they made, and future ideas they came up with during camp as well that they want to put into motion. Great program!
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Storybook - TimberNook Tri-County
reviewed by ErinBowden
My kids love TimberNook! Each day the kids had opportunities to make a different storybook come to life in their cute, imaginative ways. Strega Nona’s pasta, Walter the Baker’s bakery, making mailboxes and deliveries, banking with walnuts, pinecones, and gems found in the forest. They loved to play in the creek, climb, get messy, and make friends.
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Storybook - TimberNook Tri-County
reviewed by erdickey
Absolutely love everything about this camp! Where kids just get to be kids, explore nature, and have fun. The Storybook week was cute and gave the kids a different theme in the woods each day. Will definitely be back.
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