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 FOR OUR 2026/2027 PROGRAMS (SEPTEMBER -JUNE) WILL OPEN AT 9AM ON JANUARY 22, 2026.
EARLY YEARS DISCOVERY PROGRAM
Two nature exploring, fun-filled days a week for 3-5 year olds who love to adventure….
NEW!! SEEDLINGS DISCOVERY PROGRAM
Friday morning adventures for young tots, 2 year olds, who love to play and explore outside….
AFTER SCHOOL DISCOVERY PROGRAM
Two hours of after school fun for ages 5-9 on school days Mon-Thurs throughout the year…
THE TEAM
Meet the Adventure Leads that will be guiding your children through their self-discoveries and the ‘behind the scene” folks…
SUMMERTIME DISCOVERY PROGRAM
Join us for some summer fun with these half-day adventures for 3-5 year olds….
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.
