Gorham, Maine
We are excited to offer TimberNook right in the heart of Gorham, ME - far enough from Portland to find some fresh air and beautiful woods, yet close enough to be convenient! Located on 5 acres of forested land that backs into many more hundreds of acres of woods, children have the chance to step into another world - one where they are given the time and space to run, climb, build, imagine and create. Let them play the TimberNook way!
Overview
Hello and welcome! You will find here information regarding our upcoming programs. Due to COVID 19, our weekly programs for children (Little Wild Ones and Tiny Ones) were canceled this spring. We have been sad not to see our woods full of playful children and their families, but know that they will return when it is safe to do so. The families who find their way to TimberNook are those who believe in the importance of deep, authentic, child-led play for children's minds, bodies and spirits. Children learn invaluable life lessons when playing with each other, in environments where they are free to make choices, come up with ideas and solve their problems. We will persevere through this latest restriction on children's play due to quarantines.We will learn how to protect ourselves and our kids so that we can continue to gather and be with one another. Why TimberNook is ahead of the game: #1. TimberNook is 100% outdoors - lots of space, fresh air, and sunshine will lower the chance of spreading diseases #2. Small group size - we will cap our programs at 15-18 kids, ensuring that everyone has plenty of space to spread out #3. TimberNook providers all over the world are working together to figure out best practices during this pandemic Please sign up for our e-newsletter in order to stay up-to-date on whether our programs will open for the summer and what strategies will be put in place in order to lower the risk of spreading the virus. https://mailchi.mp/380facff5a5f/tngpm-mailing-list
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Your Certified Provider:
Elizabeth Wilkins
Email: elizabeth.wilkins@timbernook.com
Phone: 561-315-6641
Available Programs
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Wild Ones – Fall 2020 – TimberNook of Greater Portland, Maine
Ages: 7 - 12
Dates: Sep 9 - May 20
Times: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Price: $50.00 per child
Overview:
These program series offer learning through meaningful play experiences. Children will do everything from create giant ball runs in the woods to designing adventure courses through the mud. Each program offers unique and memorable play opportunities that challenge creativity, social emotional development, problem solving, social skills, and the senses at the same time! Programs may vary based on location.Explore
Little Wild Ones – Fall 2020 – TimberNook of Greater Portland, Maine
Ages: 4 - 7
Dates: Sep 8 - May 19
Times: 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Price: $50.00 per child
Overview:
Our popular year-round forest program gets children playing outdoors and learning in the fall, spring, and winter months. Children enjoy “living and breathing” stories, diving deep into their imaginations, engineering in grand-scale play experiences, and so much more! They’ll also get plenty of time to cook over an open fire and play for hours on end. Programs may vary based on location.Explore
Little Wild Ones – First Time Drop In $20 – TimberNook of Greater Portland, Maine
Ages: 4 - 7
Dates: Jan 6 - May 18
Times: 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Price: $20.00 per child
Overview:
Our popular year-round forest program gets children playing outdoors and learning in the fall, spring, and winter months. Children enjoy “living and breathing” stories, diving deep into their imaginations, engineering in grand-scale play experiences, and so much more! They’ll also get plenty of time to cook over an open fire and play for hours on end. Programs may vary based on location.Explore
Tiny Ones – Fall 2020 – TimberNook of Greater Portland, Maine
Ages: 1.5 - 4
Dates: Sep 10 - Oct 15
Times: 9:00 am - 11:00 am
Price: $120.00 per child
Overview:
This program was designed for the smallest of our TimberNook adventurers. You and your child will venture into the woods for creative play opportunities that engage the mind and challenge the senses, such as hosting a tea party in the garden to doing “construction work” in mud puddles to experimenting with color in giant foam experiences. You’ll also walk away each week with an idea on how to inspire creative play at home. Programs may vary based on location.Explore
Tiny Ones – First time drop-in rate $10 – TimberNook of Greater Portland, Maine
Ages: 1.5 - 4
Dates: Sep 6 - Dec 12
Times: 9:00 am - 11:00 am
Price: $10.00 per child
Overview:
This program was designed for the smallest of our TimberNook adventurers. You and your child will venture into the woods for creative play opportunities that engage the mind and challenge the senses, such as hosting a tea party in the garden to doing “construction work” in mud puddles to experimenting with color in giant foam experiences. You’ll also walk away each week with an idea on how to inspire creative play at home. Programs may vary based on location.Explore
Storybook Summer Camp – TimberNook of Greater Portland, Maine
Ages: 4 - 7
Dates: Jun 29 - Jul 2
Times: 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Capacity: 15
Price: $199.00 per child
Overview:
One of our most popular programs, where young children “live and breathe” stories out in the wild. Inspired by Dr. Seuss classics, children will be doing everything from creating a life-sized circus to enjoying a “green eggs and ham” experience in nature. With the turn of every day, comes a new story for the children to experience and lots of FUN! Programs may vary based on location.Explore
Enchanted Summer Camp – TimberNook of Greater Portland, Maine
Ages: 5 - 10
Dates: Jul 6 - Jul 9
Times: 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Capacity: 14
Price: $199.00 per child
Overview:
Children will dive deep into their imaginations, as they enter the world of Heroes & Villains. Children will choose to become either a super hero or super villain for the week. They will create their own lairs, test their skills over and through the mud, and enjoy battles, feasts and more! This week is sure to inspire and create lasting memories for years to come. Programs may vary based on location.Explore
Castaways Summer Camp – TimberNook of Greater Portland, Maine
Ages: 7 - 12
Dates: Jul 13 - Jul 16
Times: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Capacity: 17
Price: $299.00 per child
Overview:
A brand new week-long adventure for 2020 where children’s survival instincts & imagination are challenged. “Stranded” on a deserted island, children are given only the bare essentials to make their own little world in the woods. Each day is filled with adventure and excitement as the theme unfolds and children build huts, tools, rafts, and more! Programs may vary based on locationExplore
Barefoot and Buckets Summer Camp – TimberNook of Greater Portland, Maine
Ages: 4 - 7
Dates: Jul 27 - Jul 30
Times: 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Capacity: 15
Price: $199.00 per child
Overview:
This program emanates childhood days past. A traditional TimberNook program where young children have unique play experiences that challenge their mind and body in beautiful natural settings, followed by hours of play. They’ll be doing everything from building dams to alter the flow of water to creating clever castles in the woods. And so much more! Programs may vary based on location.Explore
Sensory Adventures Summer Camp – TimberNook of Greater Portland, Maine
Ages: 5 - 10
Dates: Aug 3 - Aug 6
Times: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Price: $299.00 per child
Overview:
This week is sensory extraordinaire. Children will design unique musical instruments using junk & host their own concert. They will also have fantastic sensational adventures such as creating their own “dunk challenge” and hosting a waffle café. This program is sure to challenge the mind, while fully engaging the senses at the same time. Programs may vary based on location.Explore
Extreme Art – TimberNook of Greater Portland, Maine
Ages: 7 - 12
Dates: Aug 10 - Aug 13
Times: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Price: $299.00 per child
Overview:
Children will work together to create a grand-scale art fair from scratch! They will be designing their own art pieces, creating art exhibits, and then selling their merchandise at the end of the week to paying customers. If you think your child will enjoy art experiences orchestrated through play, than this is the program for them! Programs may vary based on location.Explore
Reviews
Barefoot and Buckets Summer Camp - TimberNook of Greater Portland, Maine
reviewed by Nicole Lesavoy
What a wonderful experience Beth has created! Another Mom suggested Timbernook to me and I am so thankful she did! My son had the most amazing time running wild with peers. This is exactly what we all need given the difficult year 2020 has been. We cannot wait to be part of Timbernook again!
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Storybook Summer Camp - TimberNook of Greater Portland, Maine
reviewed by beliveauc
My daughter loved the "Storybook" camp. Even with two full days of rain she had nothing but excitement for camp, being with peers, and using her imagination in nature. Timbernook has a great sense of how to use their amazing space and connecting activities to their theme.
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Storybook Summer Camp - TimberNook of Greater Portland, Maine
reviewed by Kjsglocke
My son has never been so excited about a program. He enjoyed the “Storybook” camp so much we signed him up for the next camp! This truly is a program like no other where children are free to be themselves and explore a wide range of things.
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Little Wild Ones - TimberNook London
reviewed by Amybell
Thank you Ausra for another fantastic week of Timbernook this half term. My daughter absolutely loved it and has come away with more amazing stories of her experiences with you and your team. She also seemed completely unfazed by the fact it rained most of the week! Timbernook Wimbledon offers a brilliant opportunity for children to explore the outdoor world, really immerse themselves in it and gain new skills and confidence in what they can achieve if they just give things a go. I couldn't recommend it more highly!
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