BUDDING MINDS
NATURE-BASED DISCOVERY PROGRAM
Our mission is to provide a safe, fun learning environment rich with child-led discoveries, community connections, and inclusive values, while completely immersed in nature.
APPLICATIONS ARE NOW OPEN FOR OUR 2025/2026 PROGRAMS (SEPTEMBER -JUNE)
Early Years Discovery Program
The early years discovery program is two days a week for 3-5 year olds who love to adventure….
Summertime Discovery Program
Summer fun with this half day discovery program for 3-5 year olds in July and August….
After School Discovery Program
Two hour after school program for ages 5-9 on school days Mon-Thurs throughout the year….
Adventurers
Meet the Adventure Leads that will be guiding your children through their self-discoveries….
Our Philosophy
Budding Minds is a place-based program where nature is the classroom. We believe in the reciprocal relationship children have with the environment…
Resources
Check out the Budding Minds Family Handbook and other resources for answers to all your questions….
This nature-based program is positioned in beautiful Golden, BC, where two rivers intersect, and the children are protected by the majestic Rockies, Selkirk, and Purcell mountain ranges. The Columbia Wetlands provide the children the opportunity to develop a sense of wonder and appreciation for the natural world. All of their senses are used to explore nature by being in relationship with, connecting to, and respecting the natural world.
